Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Nuriootpa October 2026

Would you know what to do if someone told you they were thinking about suicide?

ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) is a globally recognised, evidence-based suicide intervention workshop that equips participants with the practical skills and confidence to safely intervene when someone may be at risk of suicide.

Over two highly interactive days, participants learn to:

·         Recognise when someone may be at risk of suicide.

·         Start a safe and supportive conversation about suicide.

·         Assess immediate suicide risk.

·         Work collaboratively with the person to develop a plan that supports their immediate safety.

·         Connect the person with appropriate supports and resources.

Participants learn through presentations, group discussion, realistic simulations and practical skills practice, building the confidence to intervene safely and effectively when it matters most.

The workshop is suitable for anyone aged 16 years and over, with no previous training or experience required.

Course information

·         Duration: Two full days (8:45 am – 4:30 pm). Attendance on both days is required.

·         Eligibility: Anyone aged 16 years and over.

·         Prerequisites: None.

Morning tea and lunch are provided. Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements..

Cost

Free – Thanks to funding from Country SA PHN, this workshop is provided at no cost to participants.

For more information, contact Jan Hoffman at Seeds of Hope 08 7531 2973 or training.seedsofhopespn@gmail.com or call the team at MATES on 08 8373 0122.

Please note

·         Places are limited and registrations are essential.

·         Attendance on both days is required to successfully complete the workshop.

·         If you are unable to attend after registering, please contact MATES in Construction SA on (08) 8373 0122 as soon as possible so your place can be offered to another participant.