15-1656. Suicide prevention training programs; requirements
Each teacher, school counselor or school social worker training program in this state shall develop or adopt evidenced-based instruction on suicide awareness and prevention and provide that instruction to all teacher, school counselor and school social worker candidates in the respective training program. The instruction shall include:
1. Training in suicide prevention.
2. Training to identify the warning signs of suicidal behavior in adolescents and teens.
3. Appropriate intervention and referral techniques.