The workshop aims to help participants:
- gain an understanding of the problem of suicide
- identify suicide risks
- provide a framework for risk assessment and intervention
- develop appropriate intervention skills
- understand the limits to confidentiality and importance of consultation
- gain an understanding of self-harming behaviour
- gain an understanding of the link between mental disorders and suicidal behaviours
- understand the importance of postvention
We acknowledge that attending a workshop that discusses suicide may bring up difficult and distressing emotions for people, especially for those who have been personally or professionally impacted by suicide. Therefore, we ask that you consider whether this is an appropriate time for you to attend a session before registering.
If you are uncertain or wish to discuss further you are encouraged to contact the Department of Education gatekeeper coordinator at gatekeepersuicideprevention@education.wa.edu.au or Suicide Prevention Coordinator on suicideprevention.southwest@sjog.org.au
ATTENTION Department of Education – please note that you will also need to register your attendance at this workshop via PLIS for it to be recorded as professional development. To do this please provide your name and the details of the workshop you have attended to gatekeepersuicideprevention@education.wa.edu.au to receive the PLIS link to log your attendance.
Workshop Information
Monday 6th and Tuesday 7th July 2026
9:00 AM to 4:30 PM AWST (Full attendance on both days is essential to complete this course) Please arrive by 8:45 AM each day to ensure a prompt 9:00 AM start
Harvey WA College of Agriculture – 1 Mornington Rd Wokalup WA 6221
FREE
Morning tea, lunch and refreshments provided
Registrations are essential – minimum workshop numbers are required
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