Trainings

The Suicide Prevention Task Force is dedicated to training the community, school officials, medical providers, law enforcement and beyond in Suicide Prevention. The Suicide Prevention Task Force has partnered with NAMI of McHenry County to implement Suicide Prevention trainings.

  • QPR

    Question, Persuade, and Refer is a one-hour presentation that will teach you simple suicide prevention techniques. Much like CPR of the Heimlich maneuver, the use of QPR may save a life.

    Learn About QPR

  • Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)

    MHFA is an eight-hour skills-based training that teaches participants how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental Illness & substance use disorders. We have a separete youth-focused training (YMHFA) designed for adults who regularly interact with youth to assist those who may be experiencing a mental health or addiction challenge or are in crisis.

    Learn About MHFA