Knowing what to do when someone is in distress can be difficult. UofSC provides mental health training programs to students, student groups, classes, faculty groups and staff. These programs teach individuals how to recognize the warning signs of suicide and who to contact in those situations.
Fifty to 75 percent of all suicide victims give some warning signs of their intentions in the week before. On a college campus, the warning signs of a suicidal person are often observed by peers, faculty, staff and family members who are often unaware of the signs or do not know how to respond. Learn how to help with our Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training.
Students can register for the Together We Can Certificate Program to grow in their mental health competency and be a mental health advocate at UofSC. Students that complete this certificate program will receive a certificate and pin.
You can use the online program Kognito to learn the signs of psychological distress in others and to practice getting someone else the help they need. Use the code "usccolumbia" when you register.
Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders.
UofSC has trained staff and peer leaders that are available to give presentations on a variety of health topics to help encourage a healthier campus community.