Training Events
MATES Training offers three levels of suicide awareness: General Awareness Talks (GAT), Connector Training, and ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training). These sessions can be arranged for your site through your local MATES team or Field Officer (minimum requirements apply).
Enhance your MATES training with Respond, Supervisor, or Apprentice courses by using the links below.
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MATES ASIST - Melbourne, VIC, 6th & 7th May, 2026
Docklands
5 May 2026
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first-aid that teaches you how to recognise when someone may ...
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MATES ASIST - Brisbane, QLD, 20th & 21st May, 2026
Wilston
19 May 2026
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first-aid that teaches you how to recognise when someone may ...
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RE-ASIST June 2026
1 June 2026
RE-ASIST Online ASIST Support and Refresher is designed for individuals who have previously completed ASIST via MATES. This interactive 2-hour online workshop ...
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Re-Connector June 2026
1 June 2026
Re-Connector is an opportunity for Connectors to debrief, connect with other volunteers, and refresh their skills in a safe, confidential environment. The sess...
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MATES ASIST - Rockhampton, QLD, 15th & 16th July, 2026
Allenstown
14 July 2026
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first-aid that teaches you how to recognise when someone may ...
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MATES ASIST - Canberra, ACT, 22nd & 23rd July, 2026
Canberra
21 July 2026
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first-aid that teaches you how to recognise when someone may ...
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MATES ASIST - Sunshine Coast, QLD, 4th & 5th August, 2026
Parrearra
3 August 2026
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first-aid that teaches you how to recognise when someone may ...
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Re-Connector August 2026
6 August 2026
Re-Connector is an opportunity for Connectors to debrief, connect with other volunteers, and refresh their skills in a safe, confidential environment. The sess...
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RE-ASIST August 2026
13 August 2026
RE-ASIST Online ASIST Support and Refresher is designed for individuals who have previously completed ASIST via MATES. This interactive 2-hour online workshop ...