Small Private Online Course (SPOC) Suicide Prevention Theory and Practice USMx: EDUC 590 Frostburg State University is offering a one credit online course through edX edge that is designed for counselors to obtain recertification credit and satisfy MSDE requirement for training on Lauryn’s Law The course does not require admission to Frostburg State University However, you can transfer the SPOC credit into an existing program of study at Frostburg State University The course has been approved by MSDE for one Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit Dates: May 27– July (5 week course) Course Information: This course is interactive and totally online It was developed by experts in the field with an USMx instructional designer The one credit course will guide you through modules The modules include: Introduction to Suicide Prevention, Risk/Protective Factors, Special Population and Trauma Triggers, Self-Violence and Interventions, Student Engagement and Community Resources There will be a module each week that will contribute to your professional knowledge and skills in the field Costs: credit = $175 Credit: Upon completion of the registration process, you will receive the log-in information A certificate will be awarded at the end of the course, which will be sent to MSDE for Continuing Education Credit Contact Information and Registration: Registration Link https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=0V75uBgqRkKBBAOmdHjTo_JzQo2jJNAqO4PJOHaArBURVJCSkNFOUg3MjJWNjk3RTRCUDAxWE5MVi4u Contact: Kim Rotruck, Ed.D Acting Associate Dean College of Education krotruck@frostburg.edu 301-687-4216