Full course description
Course Overview
The Utah State Board of Education is dedicated to empowering school communities with the tools and training necessary for effective suicide prevention. This course is designed for educators and school staff seeking to fulfill the youth suicide prevention training requirement outlined in Utah Code 53G-9-704. Participants will learn how to advocate for students who may be at risk, gaining practical knowledge and skills to support individuals and connect them with professional help. Completion of this course enables educators to download a certificate, verifying their fulfillment of state training standards.
Main Goals
• Build capacity within school communities for suicide prevention.
• Develop effective advocacy skills to support individuals thinking about suicide.
• Facilitate access to professional help for those at risk.
Learning Objectives
• Understand foundational facts about youth suicide.
• Identify common warning signs and risk factors associated with suicide.
• Acquire skills to serve as an advocate for suicide prevention and intervention.
• Recognize when and how to connect individuals to appropriate professional resources.
Materials Needed
• Access to the online course platform.
• Supplementary resources provided within the course modules.
• Optional: Note-taking materials for personal reference.
Assessments
• Quizzes to reinforce course content and key concepts.
• Scenario-based activities to practice advocacy and intervention skills.
• Completion criteria: Successful completion of all modules and passing required assessments.
Certificate Information
Upon successful completion of the course and its assessments, participants will receive a downloadable certificate. This certificate serves as official documentation of meeting the Utah youth suicide prevention training requirement and can be retained for professional records.