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COVID-19 Updates:

We are excited to announce that OSUSPP is accepting requests for in-person Group REACH Trainings for​ dates beginning April 1, 2021. Please note that this information is subject to change as the university’s plans for the spring continue to develop. ​Training spaces, participants, and REACH Trainers will be expected to follow all university safety protocols. For Group Trainings, it is the responsibility of the training requestor to ensure that their space reservation meets the appropriate social distancing and safety guidelines outlined by the university.

Due to the sensitivity and complexity of the REACH Training content, as well as our dedication to following national standards and best practices, REACH Trainings will only be offered as an in-person experience.  However, to help our university continue to learn about suicide prevention, OSUSPP is now offering a virtual information session, “Reach Out: An Education & Advocacy Session for Suicide Prevention.” For questions about Reach Out Sessions, visit go.osu.edu/ReachOutSessions

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @OSUREACH and check our website regularly for the most recent updates. If you have additional questions, please email reach@osu.edu.

Anyone can help prevent suicide by learning the risks, warning signs, and how to intervene. REACH© is the name of the OSU suicide prevention in-person gatekeeper training program designed to help the OSU community prevent suicide by teaching faculty, staff, and students how to:

Recognize warning signs
Engage with empathy
Ask directly about suicide
Communicate hope
Help suicidal individuals access care and treatment

OSUSPP only offers in-person REACH© Trainings to university and student affiliated organizations, departments, colleges, and programs.  Participants who finish the training receive certificates and pins verifying their completion of the program.

Before scheduling or pre-registering for a REACH© Training, please click HERE to read the complete list of REACH© Training FAQs

Meet Our Trainers

In-Person Group REACH© Training Request

    Name (required)

    OSU Email (required)

    Phone (required)

    Please select your campus (required)

    Group Affiliation | What is the name of your group? (required)

    Where will your training be held? Please provide a space, computer, and projector for the training. Location reservations should begin at least 15 minutes before the actual training start time to allow for set up and participant sign in.

    Preferred date and time for your 90 minute REACH training.
    A minimum of 3 weeks advance notice is required. We are currently able to accept requests only for dates after April 1st, 2021. Thank you very much for your understanding! Thank you very much for your understanding!

    *NOTE: While it doesn't happen often, sometimes we need to ask requesters to rearrange their chosen training date and/or time due to limited trainer availability.

    Preferred Date + Start/End Time (required)

    Estimated number of attendees. Enter numbers only.

    What type of group training are you requesting?
    Faculty / Staff / Graduate / Professional StudentsUndergraduate Students

    Is there any pertinent information that the Suicide Prevention Program should be made aware of about your group in preparing for your session? If nothing, please leave this section blank.

    How did you hear about Group REACH Trainings?


    We strive to host inclusive, accessible trainings that enable all individuals to engage fully. If you anticipate needing accessibility services for your training, please check the box below, and instruct impacted participants to immediately notify their accessibility specialist so that we can partner to provide accommodations. A minimum of one week's advance notice is appreciated..

    I have read the REACH© Training FAQs AND I understand that REACH© Training content and experience is aligned with standard best practices and recommendations for suicide prevention gatekeeper trainings, which includes sharing statistics, stories surrounding suicide, and interactive role plays. I also recognize the importance of supporting the emotional and mental well-being of everyone in attendance and that it is not a best practice to mandate that any student, staff, or faculty be REACH© Trained.

    I understand and agree to the terms and conditions.

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    In-Person Open REACH© Training Registration

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    *NOTE: All participants must be pre-registered in order to attend an Open REACH Training. Trainings are scheduled separately for undergraduate students and staff, faculty, graduate students, and professional students. Please choose the correct training based on your status. Approximately one week prior to your date you will receive a reminder email and information about the exact location of your training.
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    College of Education and Human Ecology
    Office of Student Life

    The Ohio State University Suicide Prevention Program
    305 Annie & John Glenn Avenue
    PAES Building, A424
    Columbus, Ohio 43201
    suicideprevention@osu.edu