This class is for residents of Missouri ONLY.

This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use challenge and help connect them to the appropriate care.

The course will teach you how to apply the ALGEE action plan:

Assess for risk of suicide or harm

Listen nonjudgmentally

Give reassurance and information

Encourage appropriate professional help

Encourage self-help and other support strategies

This course is only open to participants who live or work in Missouri. The course is valued at $170 per person, but is being offered to you at no cost by Missouri's Department of Mental Health

Course requires advanced registration. Participants must register 2 weeks in advance (1 month is recommended).

Course Format:

Participants must complete 2-hours of self-paced training at least 3 days prior to the course date.

The 5.5-hour portion of the course is a small group-interactive training. Participants will join via Zoom and should be prepared to be present and actively engaged for the whole course. Participants will have 50 minutes for lunch plus two 15 minute breaks.

Technology Requirements:

Computer with microphone and speakers

HD webcam

Internet speed of at least 5mbps. Test your internet speed at https://www.speedtest.net/

For questions, please contact Laura Powell at Lpowell@compasshn.org or 573-301-0772.