Suicide Risk Assessment and Crisis Intervention

What you'll learn

• Analyze contemporary theories of suicidal behavior and explain how theoretical understanding informs clinical assessment and intervention approaches.
• Identify and differentiate among acute, chronic, and imminent suicide risk, applying appropriate assessment strategies for each risk level.
• Demonstrate competence in conducting comprehensive suicide risk assessments using validated tools and clinical interview techniques.
• Develop collaborative safety plans incorporating evidence-based elements and tailored to individual client needs and circumstances.
• Evaluate and apply crisis intervention models, including the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS), SAFE-T framework, and Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS).
• Describe ethical and legal obligations related to suicide risk, including documentation requirements, duty to protect, and scope of practice considerations.
• Identify population-specific risk factors and culturally responsive assessment strategies for diverse client populations.
• Implement evidence-based post-intervention strategies and postvention protocols following suicidal crises or completed suicide.
• Develop personal self-care and professional support strategies for managing the emotional impact of clinical work with suicidal clients.
• Create a comprehensive clinical protocol for suicide risk assessment, intervention, and documentation within their practice setting.

Who it's for

Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, National Certified Counselors

Approval & credit

CounselorReady is an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP #7760). This course awards 3 NBCC-approved CE hours; a certificate is issued on completion. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CounselorReady is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.