Course Code: REL-BHC-0-RSRATAY
Hours: 1.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Identify warning signs as well as risk and protective factors that affect vulnerability to suicide in youth.
State three assessment strategies to identify suicide risk in adolescents and transition age youth.
Describe interventions that reduce the risk of suicide in adolescents and transition age youth.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Overview of Youth Suicide
Scope of the Problem
Joiner’s Interpersonal-Psychological Theory of Suicide
Review
Summary
Section 3: Suicide Risk and Protective Factors
Risk Factors and Warning Signs
Negative Experiences
Sociocultural Factors
Review
Summary
Section 4: Assessing Suicide Risk
Screening and Risk Assessment
Assessment Tools and Risk Formulation
Review
Summary
Section 5: Working with Suicidal Youth
Effective Ways to Help Suicidal Youth
Suicide-Specific Interventions
Review
Summary
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Bridgett Ross, PsyD
Bridgett Ross, Psy.D. received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Philosophy from Boston College and then her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University. She is a licensed psychologist in California and was in private practice for 13 years treating various issues including trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, grief/loss, and issues around self-concept, identity, and attachment. Having supervised pre-licensed and licensed clinicians, she maintains an interest in professional issues in the field of psychology. Dr. Ross’ training and work history include Children’s Hospital Chadwick Center for Children and Families, Kaiser Permanente, Alvarado Parkway Institute, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, which informed her focus on providing evidence-based trauma treatment to diverse populations.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Beginner level Social Workers; Behavioral Health Counselors; Care and Case Managers; Marriage and Family Therapists; Nursing Personnel; Psychologists; Substance Use and Behavioral Disorder Counselors; in the following settings: Behavioral Health: Community Services.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.