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Black Dog Institute: Youth in Distress

This multidisciplinary, evidence-based program focuses on supporting adolescents experiencing distress, self-harm and suicidality. Designed for clinicians working with young people, it builds on existing skills and confidence in suicide risk assessment, safety planning and post-attempt care.

The program is delivered through a blended learning format combining self-paced eLearning with interactive online workshops. Participants complete four modules covering the suicidal crisis, assessing and managing risk, self-harm, after a suicide attempt, and clinician self-care. A strong emphasis is placed on collaborative, team-based approaches to care.

Who should attend
Psychologists, social workers and guidance officers working with young people.

What you’ll learn
Participants will be supported to:

  • Manage youth in distress and self-harm

  • Undertake effective suicide risk assessments

  • Develop collaborative safety plans

  • Implement a team approach to treatment planning

  • Provide appropriate care following a suicide attempt

  • Identify practical self-care strategies

Format and duration

  • 6.5 hours CPD

  • Module 1: eLearning, to be completed prior to the live training

  • Modules 2 and 4: live online workshops (9am–4pm AEDT)

  • Module 3: eLearning

  • Online delivery via Zoom

CPD certificates are provided upon completion of all four modules.

Date and time
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
9am–4pm AEDT

Location
Online via Zoom

Register here

This event is supported by Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network.

For more information, email education@blackdog.org.au.