B-HERO

Comprehensive School Threat Assessment Guidelines (CSTAG)
2025-11-18 08:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual – Zoom
This interactive training introduces participants to the Comprehensive School Threat Assessment Guidelines (CSTAG), a research-based approach developed by Dr. Dewey Cornell. This session equips school-based teams with the knowledge and skills to implement an evidence-based threat assessment process that emphasizes early intervention, problem-solving, and violence prevention.

Level 1 | Rationale & Conducting a Threat Assessment, Pathways to Violence, Legal & Practical Issues, and Research
Level 2 | Team Exercises, Case Management, and Implementation

CSTAG training is for School Leadership Teams, including school psychologists, administrators, counselors, SROs, and other members of multidisciplinary threat assessment teams.
CSTAG Training is designed to be done with a team! To ask questions and register your team, email bhero.crea@k12.nd.us.

BeHEARD for Educators
2025-11-11 08:30 - 12:30 | Virtual
Behavioral Health Education Awareness and Response Development (BeHEARD) is an interactive virtual course designed to help increase your knowledge, skills, and confidence in supporting youth aged 10-17 with behavioral health concerns.
To register go to https://www.sanfordhealth.org/classes-and-events/beheard and create an account. Register for BeHEARD for Educators (pi-4521).
Questions? Contact BeHEARD@sanfordhealth.org

ND PMHCA: ECHO Series
2025-10-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
This ECHO series is designed to support school professionals in addressing pediatric mental health needs by connecting them with expert guidance, resources and peer collaboration. Hosted by Center for Rural Health – UND School of Medicine & Health Services.

2025 Behavioral Health and Children & Family Services Conference
2025-10-21 08:30 - 2025-10-23 17:00 | Bismarck Event Center
This year’s event will bring together professionals both in-person (at the Bismarck Event Center) and virtually to learn, network, and engage in best practices. Tentative Schedule:

PRE-CONFERENCE: Monday, Oct. 20, from 1- 5 p.m.
CONFERENCE: Tuesday, Oct. 21 through Thursday Oct. 23 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily
POST-CONFERENCE: Thursday, Oct. 23 from 1 – 5 p.m.

More detailed information regarding the agenda, speakers and CEUs will be released over the summer at https://www.hhs.nd.gov/behavioral-health.

QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training
2025-10-14 08:00 - 09:30, 2025-09-09 15:30 - 17:00 | Virtual
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) gatekeeper training is an evidence-based suicide prevention strategy that occurs when a trusted adult intervenes with a child on the brink of crisis. This training will aid school staff in learning the warning signs of those in crisis, how to offer hope to those in crisis, and how to get help & save a life.
Objectives: Upon completion of QPR Training, participants will:

Understand suicide as a national and local public health problem, and
Identify warning signs, risk factors, and protective factors contributing to suicidal ideation.

Audience: Any educator looking to learn more about how to prevent suicide.
A minimum of 10 Participants are needed for this training to occur. If training must be cancelled due to low registration numbers, registered Participants will be notified a week prior.

PREPaRE Workshop 1
2025-10-03 08:30 - 12:00 | Virtual – Zoom
During this workshop, participants gain knowledge and resources essential to establishing and sustaining comprehensive, ongoing school safety and crisis prevention, mitigation, and preparedness, while making use of existing resources and programs. PREPaRE can be adapted to a school’s needs and size.
Audience: School Leadership Teams (administrators, school counselors, psychologists, social workers, resource officers, classroom educators, and special educators)
Sessions: October 3rd & 10th from 8:30am-12:00pm CT.
This work and learning MUST be done with School Team (at least 4 people). To register your school team and ask questions, please email bhero.crea@k12.nd.us.

National Suicide Prevention Month - Lunch & Learn
2025-09-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Talk Save Lives: Latinx (in English) – For adults in Hispanic or Latinx communities or those who want to learn how to support these communities.
Date: Friday, September 26, 2025 12:00-1:00pm CT
To Register, visit tsl-latinx-dakotas.attendease.com

Suicide Prevention Conference
2025-09-24 08:30 - 16:00 | Bismarck Career Center
The North Dakota Suicide Prevention Coalition is hosting a Suicide Prevention Conference on September 24th at the Bismarck Career Center and Virtually. Join for a day of hope, learning, and resources.
Questions? Contact ndsuicidepreventioncoalition@gmail.com or visit ndspc.org.

Relationship Mapping Facilitator Training
2025-09-23 15:30 - 16:30 | Virtual – Zoom
Relationship mapping is a data collection protocol intended to inventory the number of students within a school building that have positive connections with staff members and/or may be considered at-risk. Adapted from the Harvard Graduate School of Education’s protocol, this training will support future facilitators of the Relationship Mapping Protocol through learning the four step process of mapping, data compilation & analysis, response planning, and progress monitoring.
Audience: School leaders, those with the capacity to facilitate training and then support progress monitoring and follow-up.
Cost: This is a FREE Learning Opportunity through B-HERO.

National Suicide Prevention Month - Lunch & Learn
2025-09-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Finding Hope – For adults who would like to learn more about supporting someone who struggles.
Date: Friday, September 19, 2025 12:00-1:00pm CT
To Register, visit finding-hope-dakotas.attendease.com

Sources of Strength Discovery Session - Secondary
2025-09-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Secondary Program Overview – September 17 – 2:00-3:00PM Eastern Time
General Sources of Strength information session for teams interested in exploring the history, philosophy, model, and evidence based protective factors in Sources of Strength Secondary and Community Programs
Questions? Connect with us at hello@sourcesofstrength.org

ND Thrives - Thriving Together Learning Series
2025-09-17 12:00 - 14:00 | Virtual – Zoom
Thriving Together is a FREE, LIVE VIRTUAL program offering ongoing education, hands-on skill development, and collaborative relationship-building. Designed for medical and behavioral health professions in rural and Tribal North Dakota, this initiative empowers participants to take an active role in statewide suicide prevention efforts within clinical settings.
Each session is held the third Wednesday of every other month at 12:00pm CT. Date and Session Topics:

9/17/25 Intro to ND THRIVES and Lethal Means Safety Counseling
11/19/25 Safety Planning Intervention
1/21/26 988 and FirstLink’s Care and Support Program
3/18/26 Provider Resilience
5/20/26 Suicide Postvention
7/15/26 QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer)

More information and Registration at NDTHRIVES.com.

Question. Persuade. Refer. - NDSU Extension
2025-09-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
What is QPR? QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer – the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help prevent suicide. QPR is an innovative, practical, and proven suicide prevention strategy. A gatekeeper is trained to recognize warning signs of a mental health crisis and connects a person in need to help and support.
For more information, please contact Adriana Drusini at adriana.drusini@ndsu.edu.

SWIS Implementation Training
2025-09-17 09:00 - 12:00 | Virtual – Zoom
The School-Wide Information System (SWIS) is a web-based decision system used to improve behavior support in schools and other educational facilities by providing school personnel and stakeholders with accurate, timely, and practical information for making decisions about school environments. The purpose of this training is to introduce SWIS as a decisions system for social climate and discipline data along with the benefits, features, and impact on staff procedures.

Audience: School Leadership Teams (administrators, school counselors, psychologists, classroom educators, and special educators) including those analyzing schoolwide behavior data.

National Suicide Prevention Month - Lunch & Learn Series
2025-09-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Talk Save Lives: Construction – For adults in the construction industry or who want to learn how to support others in this industry.
Date: Friday, September 12, 2025 12:00-1:00pm CT
To Register: visit tsl-construction-dakotas.attendease.com

Sources of Strength Discovery Session - Elementary
2025-09-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Elementary Curriculum Overview – Wednesday, September 10 – 2:00-3:00PM Eastern Time
General Sources of Strength information session for teams interested in learning more about the history, philosophy, evidence-based, impact, and implementation of K-6 Elementary Curriculum for adults who are planning to explore purchasing and implementing within their school, district or community.
Questions? Connect with us at hello@sourcesofstrength.org

Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) Training
2025-09-10 08:30 - 11:30 | Virtual
Free suicide prevention training for providers who serve Service Members, Veterans, and their families.
Reducing access to potentially dangerous methods can determine whether a person at risk for suicide lives or dies. Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) equips providers with the skills to begin life-saving conversations about suicide risk, limiting access, and safe storage.
ONE Virtual Session remaining for 2025 on September 10th from 8:30-11:30am.
Questions? Contact mgauvinpanos@nd.gov.

National Suicide Prevention Month - Lunch & Learn Series
2025-09-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Talk Saves Lives – For adults who want to learn how to recognize the warning signs of suicide and take steps to save lives.
Date: Friday, September 5, 2025 12:00-1:00pm CT
To Register: visit tsl-dakotas.attendease.com

CHAMPS & Discipline in the Secondary Classroom (Bismarck/Minot)
2025-08-07 09:00 - 16:00 | Bismarck, ND
Every educator works to provide a safe and enjoyable learning environment for their students. This course focuses on how educators can reduce barriers to learning and increase motivation to achieve by: creating clear expectations, managing disruptive students, and creating positive relationships. At its heart, the CHAMPS approach is designed to help teachers create and implement a classroom management plan that is proactive, positive, and instructional.
This training will be offered in TWO locations – Bismarck with a presenter and Minot via Zoom! See flyer and registration link for more info.
Questions? Reach out to bhero.crea@k12.nd.us.

CHAMPS & Discipline in the Secondary Classroom(Fargo)
2025-08-06 09:00 - 16:00 | TBD
Every educator works to provide a safe and enjoyable learning environment for their students. This course focuses on how educators can reduce barriers to learning and increase motivation to achieve by: creating clear expectations, managing disruptive students, and creating positive relationships. At its heart, the CHAMPS approach is designed to help teachers create and implement a classroom management plan that is proactive, positive, and instructional.
This training will be offered in TWO locations – Fargo with a presenter and Grand Forks via Zoom! See flyer and registration link for more info.
Questions? Reach out to bhero.crea@k12.nd.us.

Mental Health First Aid Training
2025-07-24 08:30 - 15:30 | Virtual
LEARN HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND NEIGHBORS
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a virtual training hosted via Zoom that teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build the skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.
Upcoming Training Dates offered from 8:30am-3:30pm:

July 24th
August 7th

There is approximately 2 hours of prework required that can be completed throughout the week prior to the class.

BeHEARD for Educators (July 2025)
2025-07-22 09:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Hybrid – Self-Paced & Synchronous
Register HERE!
Behavioral Health Education, Awareness, and Response Development (BeHEARD) for Educators explores behavioral health concerns in youth aged 10-17. This basic course will provide you with tools to support youth struggling with a wide range of behavioral health concerns.
This course includes 4-5 hours of self-learning modules and a 4-hour live virtual session. The live virtual session allows participants to practice using the tools and skills learned throughout the course. Upon course completion, 8.75 hours of continuing education are awarded.
Objectives
Participating in the BeHEARD for Adults Supporting Youth course will help you:

Recognize that behavioral health in youth aged 10-17 can vary based on many factors.
List signs of common behavioral health concerns in youth.
Use REACH tools to help youth with behavioral health concerns.
Build confidence in skills to support well-being and safety in youth.

Mental Health First Aid Training
2025-07-10 08:30 - 15:30 | Virtual
LEARN HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND NEIGHBORS
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a virtual training hosted via Zoom that teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build the skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.
Upcoming Training Dates offered from 8:30am-3:30pm:

July 10th
July 24th
August 7th

There is approximately 2 hours of prework required that can be completed throughout the week prior to the class.

Mental Health First Aid
2025-06-26 08:30 - 15:30 | Virtual
LEARN HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND NEIGHBORS
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a virtual training hosted via Zoom that teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build the skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.
Upcoming Training Dates offered from 8:30am-3:30pm:

June 26th
July 10th
July 24th
August 7th

There is approximately 2 hours of prework required that can be completed throughout the week prior to the class.

Building Relationships Across Experiences Training Series
2025-06-25 09:00 - 10:15 | Virtual
The Office of Refugee Services is excited to invite you to the Building Relationships Across Experiences of Trauma and Displacement training series, tailored for professionals and service providers working with refugees and newcomer populations. This series will focus on trauma-informed services, empathic communication, and community perspectives on maintaining resilience.
Session 1: Trauma-informed services in uncertain times
📆 June 25 | 9 – 10:15 a.m. CT
Session 2: Empathic communication with communities experiencing forced displacement
📆 July 9 | 9 – 10:15 a.m. CT
Session 3: Community perspectives on maintaining resilience
📆 July 23 | 9 – 10:15 a.m. CT
This training is approved for one continuing education unit (CEU) by the North Dakota Board of Addiction Counseling Examiners, the North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners, North Dakota Certified Peer Support Specialists, and the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification. A CEU from the North Dakota Board of Nursing is pending. Please send an email to the address below for updates.
Questions: refugeeservices@nd.gov

Trauma Sensitive Schools Professional Learning
2025-06-23 08:30 - 12:30 | Virtual
By understanding how trauma impacts students and families, along with adopting a trauma-informed approach, educators can play a crucial role in mitigating both the short and long-term effects of trauma. TWO ways to VIRTUALLY engage this critical content in Summer 2025!
Professional Learning Series: This interactive workshop will leave educators with a renewed commitment to reach some of the most vulnerable students and their families. The Trauma Sensitive Schools Learning Series curriculum is a composition of five modules related to trauma.
Trainer Cohort: Participation in the Trainer Cohort is an opportunity to earn a lifetime credential to deliver the Trauma Sensitive Schools professional learning curriculum with fidelity in local context, and to become part of a statewide network of trainers that includes ongoing technical assistance and support.
More information on the flyer!

BeHEARD for Educators
2025-06-18 09:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Hybrid – Self-Paced & Synchronous

Safety Planning for Suicide Prevention
2025-06-11 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
Free suicide prevention training for providers who serve Service Members, Veterans, and their families.
A safety plan is a personalized, predetermined, and prioritized written list of coping strategies and sources of support that people can use before and during suicidal crises. This one hour training discusses the rationale for safety planning, practical ideas for use with clients, and a downloadable, free app to utilize in client care.
Virtual via Microsoft Teams (CST) – Choose from remaining 2025 sessions

June 11th at 3:00pm
September 9th at 10:00am

Registration and Questions – sarah.kemptabbut@va.gov

Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) Training
2025-06-09 12:30 - 15:30 | Virtual
Free suicide prevention training for providers who serve Service Members, Veterans, and their families.
Reducing access to potentially dangerous methods can determine whether a person at risk for suicide lives or dies. Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) equips providers with the skills to begin life-saving conversations about suicide risk, limiting access, and safe storage.
Choose ONE Virtual Session:

June 9, 2025 from 12:30-3:30pm
September 10, 2025 from 8:30-11:30am

Questions? Contact mgauvinpanos@nd.gov.
