ASIST - Sydney

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

World-leading Suicide First Aid Training

ASIST is a 2-day, interactive face-to-face workshop designed to build practical skills in suicide first aid. Delivered by MATES in Construction, this globally recognised training is ideal for anyone aged 16 or over — no prior experience required.

Whether you're a professional, tradesperson, volunteer, or community member, ASIST empowers you to respond confidently and safely when someone may be at risk of suicide.

What You'll Learn

During the ASIST workshop, you will:

• Recognise when someone may be at risk of suicide

• Learn and apply a suicide first aid model

• Engage in open, direct conversations about suicide and safety

• Explore how your own values and experiences impact your ability to help

• Discover ways to support yourself in a helper role

Workshop Details

• Dates: 2 full days (attendance on both days is required for certification)

• Time: 8:30am – 4:30pm
  (Please arrive by 8:00am on Day 1 for registration)

• Cost: $330 + GST

• Dress Code: Smart casual

• Catering: Morning tea and lunch provided (vegetarian option available)
  If you have allergies or specific dietary needs, you may wish to bring your own

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Contact for More Information

• Heather Drew – 0411 955 005 | hdrew@mates.org.au

• Andrew Bate – 0499 228 751 | abate@mates.org.au

• Marc Finnigan – 0488 163 475 | mfinnigan@mates.org.au

Why Attend?

Suicide can impact any one of us — ASIST prepares you to recognise risk, take action, and potentially save a life. The skills learned are applicable across all settings: at home, in the workplace, and in the broader community.

ASIST – Because every life matters.