Virtual Learning Labs

The modules in this Virtual Learning Lab are designed to address common questions and challenges you may face when planning and carrying out suicide prevention initiatives. While they were developed for specific settings (e.g., college campuses and state agencies), the guidance and suggestions are applicable in most contexts.

Each self-paced module includes step-by-step guidance, online activities, examples, and handouts and worksheets that can help you advance suicide prevention activities.

Care Transitions Learn what’s involved in helping individuals at risk of suicide successfully transition from inpatient care to outpatient care.	Collaboration This module explains how a collaborative effort is essential to preventing suicide on campuses, and includes examples and suggestions for overcoming common challenges.
Crisis Protocols Learn about crisis protocols, which help ensure a college or university responds to students in distress or to a suicide in an organized,timely, and compassionate way.	Mental Health Resources In this module, colleges can explore how to ensure that mental health resources are available and accessible to students in need.
Prevention Planning This award-winning module helps colleges plan programs and trainings to help prevent suicide on campus.	Statewide Partnerships Strategic partnerships and relationship building are essential to effective state and community suicide prevention. This module offers examples and strategies to overcome common challenges.