QPR Training-
Suicide Prevention
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) training is an evidence-based suicide prevention program that teaches participants to recognize warning signs and intervene effectively. Frame it as a critical life-saving skill—similar to CPR—that empowers community members to act as "gatekeepers" to support those in crisis.
1. Introduction & Overview
Define QPR simply and clearly.
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What it stands for: Question, Persuade, and Refer.
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The Goal: To reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by providing innovative, practical, and proven suicide prevention training.
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The Concept: Just as people learn CPR to save a life from a heart attack, QPR teaches people how to save a life from suicide.
2. What Participants Learn
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Recognize: Identifying the warning signs and verbal/behavioral cues of a suicide crisis.
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Question: How to ask someone directly about suicidal thoughts.
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Persuade: How to persuade the person to get help.
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Refer: How to connect the person with appropriate professional resources.
3. Who Should Take It
This training is for everyone, not just medical or mental health professionals.
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Educators and school staff
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Workplace leaders and HR professionals
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Community members, parents
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Students and youth workers
4. Logistics and Registration
Format: Specify whether sessions are virtual (Zoom/Teams) or in-person.
Duration: QPR is typically a brief 1- to 2-hour training.
How your training is delivered (in-person, virtual, or both)?
Bring Mental Wellness Into Your Community
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