Become a Certified Caring Coog!

There are two options for UH communtiy members to complete the Caring Coog Certification. 

• Complete all three 1-hour trainings (QPR, YCHAC, adn Step Up)
• Complete Mental Health First Aid 8 hour training

1. Suicide Prevention Training: QPR , "Question, Persuade, Refer," is a nationally recognized suicide prevention program designed to educate participants to recognize and respond to the signs of suicidal thinking or behavior.

2. You Can Help a Coog: YCHAC training: Together, we can help to identify someone in need and serve as a protective safety net.

3. Step UP Coogs Intervene Evidence-based program educates students to effectively and safely intervene in instances of potential harm. 

Mental Health First Aid is a free, 8-hour course that introduces participants to risk factors and warning signs of mental illnesses, builds an understanding of their impact, and overviews common supports. Groups can request training.

Creating a culture of care is a concerted effort. We offer several trainings to help students, faculty and staff recognize the signs of mental health and support those in need.