GEARY PD WELLNESS EVENT

Understanding Suicide and Suicide Prevention 2 hr CLEET / 2 Hr MH

10:00am – 12:00 Noon

This course provides First Responders insight into Suicide as well as potential Suicide Intervention
techniques. The multitude of small stress reactions incurred by First Responders during their
career can pile up and lead to a negative attitude in the workplace, in their personal life at home,
or both. This course is intended to educate First Responders how the impact of daily work-related
and/or personal life experiences can cause traumatic reactions which have led to Suicide.

LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED AT THE TRAINING LOCATION.

PRIOR REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!

Surviving and Thriving a Career as a 1st Responder 2 hr CLEET / 2 Hr MH

1:00pm – 3:00pm

This course uses common reactions to workplace stress and trauma to illustrate the pitfalls of
the 1st Responder work environment. The course asks students to recall their support foundation
upon entering their career and how it has changed both positive and negative. We will review the
effects of job-related trauma and stress and how to take control of your “off-duty” time. The
course is applicable for ALL First Responder groups who may have different assignments and
duties but share “Common Reactions to Stress and Trauma”.