Join us for a free training on Conversations on Access to Lethal Means (CALM Conversations)—a nationally recognized, evidence-based training that equips you to support someone in crisis with knowledge, confidence, and compassion. Through interactive instruction and hands-on safety planning exercises, you’ll learn to navigate difficult conversations, reduce risk, and offer meaningful support.
CALM Conversations offers practical tools for discussing safe storage of lethal means, like firearms or medications, during a suicidal crisis. This course empowers everyday people to have respectful, life-saving conversations that can reduce the risk of suicide by putting time and space between a person in crisis and lethal means.
What You'll Gain
- Tools for tough conversations around suicide risk and lethal means
- Strategies that save lives by reducing access to lethal means during times of crisis
- Practical steps to co-create upstream safety plans
Certifications & CEUs
Upon completion, this session qualifies for continuing education units (CEUs) and professional certifications:
- Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM): 1-year certification | 1.5 CEUs
To request your certificate and a CEU submission form for state certification, please email us after attending the training.
This Event is Open To
This event is open to individuals nationwide. This training is designed for adults who want to support youth ages 12-18, not for the youth themselves. If you're looking for training designed for teens to help their peers, Teen MHFA is available for ages 9-18. Eligibility varies by session. View our event calendar for details on other offerings.
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