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Be prepared to recognize and respond to suicide risk.

These on-demand courses are designed for psychiatric-mental health nurses and healthcare professionals seeking practical, evidence-based skills in suicide prevention. You'll gain:

  • Clinical Confidence: Learn the nuts and bolts of how to assess and intervene
  • Actionable Tools: Apply concrete strategies to your practice immediately
  • Contact Hours: Earn ANCC NCPD contact hours

If you have questions about which course is appropriate for you, please contact us at inform@apna.org and we will be happy to help!

APNA Certificate Program

What to ask, who to tell, how to document, and what to do next.
This foundational course provides psychiatric-mental health nurses with essential strategies to assess, manage, and support individuals at risk, thereby building confidence and competence in clinical practice. Designed to strengthen clinical judgment and elevate your impact in care, the program focuses on practical, real-world strategies that enhance your ability to support individuals at risk for suicide.

Tailored Suicide Prevention Courses

Tailor your suicide prevention skills in order to effectively reach and support diverse groups. These courses supplement the APNA Suicide Prevention Certificate Program with targeted strategies. Foundational content is not included; learners are strongly encouraged to complete the core certificate program first.

Practical Nursing Strategies in Suicide Prevention

This course equips non-psychiatric nurses with evidence-based tools to screen, assess, and intervene with individuals at risk for suicide using the AIDE algorithm. It builds nurses' confidence and competence in suicide prevention strategies that can be applied across healthcare settings.