The Maryland Action Plan to Prevent Suicide in Schools (MAPS) is a comprehensive, evidence-based guidance and training initiative designed for educators, school-based mental health staff, administrators, and community partners working with youth. It includes over 70 printable tools, checklists, and over 200 pages of suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention resources. Learn how to apply suicide prevention strategies in K-12 settings and strengthen school policies with practical, evidence-based approaches.
On June 3, expert Dr. Scott Poland will share insights about preventing youth suicide. On June 4, interactive roleplays will demonstrate how to approach students and caregivers about suicide-related concerns. Participants must attend both days of training to obtain CEUs.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify risk and protective factors that influence suicide risk.
- Learn how to screen students using culturally responsive tools.
- Understand how to create safety plans and notify caregivers appropriately.
- Apply lessons from legal and ethical case studies.
- Participate in interactive roleplays on engaging students and caregivers about suicide-related concerns.
Earn: 4.0 CEUs (2.0 CEUs per session), attendance at both sessions is mandatory to receive CEUs. No partial CEUs will be awarded.
***Registration is a 2-Step Process & Closes at 12pm on 6/2***