Recognize, Respond, Refer
Recognize, Respond, Refer (RRR) is a is a multi-part, online training that teaches non-mental health professionals the knowledge and skills needed to recognize signs of distress and make referrals to appropriate resources. Whether you are looking for a quick refresher or are considering suicide prevention for the first time, completing this training is one concrete action you can take to better support student mental health on campus. The training takes around one hour to complete, and you can start, stop, and return to it on your own time.
If you are Faculty/Staff: This new version of RRR includes updated and additional data, guidance, and resources for you to better support student mental health on campus. We encourage you to enroll in the course, and share this information with your unit or department.
Enroll here: https://uws-td.instructure.com/enroll/T79ENK
If you are a Graduate Student: This training is designed for anyone who advises, teaches, supervises, or supports students. We encourage you to enroll in the course, and share this information with your colleagues and peers.
Enroll here: https://uws-td.instructure.com/enroll/833E7D
If you are an Undergraduate Student: When a friend or classmate reaches out, be ready to respond. Enroll in RRR Prevention Training to build practical strategies in recognizing distress and connecting your fellow Blue Devils to additional support and resources.
Enroll here: https://uws-td.instructure.com/enroll/ANJBME
QPR - Question, Persuade, Refer
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) is a proven, evidence-based suicide prevention training program designed to empower individuals to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis. Just like CPR, QPR is a life-saving intervention anyone can learn. In just 90 minutes, participants gain the tools to ask the right questions, offer hope, and connect people to the help they need. QPR equips people to make a difference—because suicide prevention starts with a conversation.
Faculty, staff, and students can watch for these trainings to be offered throughout the year. If you would like training provided for a particular group of people, please contact the Student Counseling Center.
Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an evidence-based, early intervention training program that teaches people how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Like traditional first aid, this course gives participants the skills to provide initial support and guide someone to professional help when needed. Through practical strategies and real-life scenarios, MHFA builds confidence, reduces stigma, and empowers communities to respond to mental health crises with compassion and knowledge. It is required that you attend the entire 8-hour course and complete pre-course work that will take approximately 10-15 minutes. You will receive a certificate upon completion of course requirements.
Faculty and staff can watch for trainings to occur during August and January Professional Development weeks. Students can watch for one weekend offering during fall and spring semesters. If you would like to request a training for a group, please contact the Student Counseling Center. A minimum of 5 participants is required for each training.