WSU HEALTH PROMOTION
Learn to support Cougs in crisis.
We can all help support mental health in our campus community. Learn how to identify Cougs in crisis and connect them with support by signing up for a training with WSU Health Promotion. Sessions are available for all WSU locations.
Campus Connect
This 2-hour suicide prevention training program is offered free of charge for all WSU staff and students. Participants learn:
- Statistics and facts about college student suicide
- How to ask if someone is feeling suicidal
- Appropriate referrals
- Active listening, communication, and relationship building skills
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| Upcoming Trainings & Deadlines |
Tuesday, August 30, 10:00 a.m.–Noon | In-Person, Pullman | Register by August 29
Friday, September 16, 2:00–4:00 p.m. | Online | Register by September 15
Thursday, September 29, 1:00–3:00 p.m. | In-Person, Pullman | Register by September 28
Wednesday, October 12, 9:00–11:00 a.m. | Online | Register by October 11
Monday, October 24, 1:00–3:00 p.m. | In-Person, Pullman | Register by October 21
Tuesday, November 8, 3:00–4:00 p.m. | Online | Register by November 7
Wednesday, November 30, 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. | Online | Register by November 29
Wednesday, December 7, 10:00 a.m.–Noon | In-Person, Pullman | Register by December 6
View additional Fall 2022 trainings. |
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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
Participants in this training learn about symptoms, crisis response, and active listening skills to support someone who is experiencing a mental health disorder such as:
- Depression and anxiety
- Trauma
- Psychosis
- Eating disorders
- Substance abuse
Mental Health First Aid is free for WSU Pullman, Global, and Vancouver campus students.
View upcoming dates and registration costs for other students, faculty, and staff.
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| Upcoming Trainings & Deadlines |
Thursday, September 15, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | Online | Register by September 1
Wednesday, October 5, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | Online | Register by September 21
Tuesday, October 25, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | Online | Register by October 11
Monday, November 14, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | Online | Register by October 31
Tuesday, December 6, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | Online | Register by November 22 |
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Preregistration is required and capacity is limited. All registration for Mental Health First Aid and Campus Connect should be completed through our online form.
WSU Spokane also provides free Mental Health First Aid training for the Spokane and Yakima campuses. Contact at Jessica Mason (jrmason@wsu.edu) if interested in setting up a training.
Get stress management tips on your phone!
Feeling stressed, need help coping, or just want tips for managing your stress? We can help! To sign up, text “@STRESS” to 844-486-0046. You can join at any time and this program is available for all WSU locations.
Join our text messaging program and we will:
- Check in with you every week to see how you’re doing
- Send you weekly tips for lowering stress
- Share information about health-related events and resources around campus
- On average, you would receive no more than 2 or 3 text messages per week
- Messages and data rates may apply
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To cancel the messages, you can reply with “STOP.” To get more information, you can reply with “HELP.” Content within the text messaging program adheres to the WSU Privacy Policy.
Concerned about a Coug right now? The Student Care Network can help.
If you aren’t sure how to respond or who should know about your concerns, Counseling and Psychological Services is available at 509‑335‑4511 and after hours at 509‑335‑2159. |
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