Many farmers feel neglected by peers and professionals. They don’t think there’s genuine support for their way of life or well-being. Prove them wrong and make a difference by learning how to be there for them. Training options are available where you can learn more about how to support farmers.

Training for Everyone

• Question Persuade Refer (QPR) Training: QPR is a 90-minute training that teaches laypeople identify the signs of suicide and how to intervene.
  • To inquire an about in-person QPR session (farmer/rural) based in Kentucky, contact us
  • Question Persuade Refer (QPR) online training for farmers
    
  • Question Persuade Refer (QPR) Training for the community – search for your local NAMI or find QPR with many other organizations online and in-person
• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) offers several training options for professionals, educators, faith leaders, veterans, first responders, and others.
• Mental Health First Aid Training is a full day of mental health training and is available through several organizations.
• The Suicide Prevention Resource Center offers a variety of online training courses.
• STOP THE BLEED^® encourages bystanders to become trained, equipped, and empowered to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives.

For Healthcare Providers

There are several mental health CEs and certifications available for providers.

• Cultural Humility Training in Agriculture for Healthcare Providers (CRUSH)
• Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS)
• Assessing and Managing Suicide Risk (AMSR)
• FarmResponse