What Is QPR Training

Every 11 minutes, someone in the United States dies by suicide. It’s a heartbreaking statistic, but also a call to action, because many of these deaths are preventable. One of the most effective tools for prevention is QPR training, and Tava Health is proud to offer it, led by a licensed QPR trainer on staff.

What Is QPR?

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, Refer: three simple steps that anyone can learn to help prevent suicide. It’s often referred to as the mental health version of CPR. Just like CPR empowers everyday people to save lives in a medical crisis, QPR teaches people how to recognize warning signs of suicide, confidently intervene, and connect someone to the help they need.

• Question: Learn how to ask someone directly and compassionately if they’re thinking about suicide.
• Persuade: Understand how to offer hope and encourage the person to get help.
• Refer: Know how to connect someone with support, whether it’s a crisis line, therapist, or emergency services.

QPR is evidence-based, practical, and accessible to everyone; no mental health background needed.

Why QPR Matters

Suicide is complex, but research shows that a timely human connection can save lives. Unfortunately, fear, stigma, and uncertainty often prevent people from reaching out when they’re worried about someone. QPR gives you the tools to act with courage and compassion.

• It empowers early intervention before a crisis escalates.
• It builds community safety nets in families, schools, and workplaces.
• It increases confidence in talking about difficult topics like mental health and suicide.

Whether you're a manager, teacher, parent, or friend, QPR helps you become a lifeline.

Get QPR Certified Through Tava Health

Tava Health offers QPR training to clients and their employees, led by a licensed QPR trainer. It’s a one-to-two-hour skill-building session that could make the difference between life and death. Participants leave with:

• Recognizable warning signs of suicide
• Practical scripts and strategies
• A renewed sense of purpose in supporting others

If your organization partners with Tava Health, you can schedule a QPR training session today and equip your team with the skills to save lives.

Because suicide prevention isn’t just for professionals; it’s for all of us.