UNA Counselor Education

04/17/2026

https://vitalalabama.com/training-events/in-person/adolescent-crisis-response-and-behavioral-health-summit/?fbclid=IwdGRjcARPcoJjbGNrBE9ydWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHlw1MXuJ-rKdrb3WCDcqB4P6nTrSc9wbi_O_Pt-hdPe_CBkSCuWzyQN0Lq0E_aem_O_BqBUDBGhfJytim7VV5kg

Join us for the Adolescent Crisis Response & Behavioral Health Summit, taking place May 4–6, 2026 in Huntsville, Birmingham, and Mobile. This statewide training brings together professionals to strengthen adolescent crisis intervention, behavioral health response, and coordination across Alabama.....

04/07/2026

04/01/2026

Alabama Higher Education Su***de Prevention Conference
Call for Presentation Proposals
📍 Location: Troy University – Montgomery, AL Campus
📅 Date: August 28, 2026
💻 Format: In-person (with virtual options)
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Conference Theme
Partnering for Prevention: Campus + Community Impact
Su***de is the second leading cause of death among college students. Increasing awareness and access to mental health and su***de prevention services both on and off campus are essential to student wellness and su***de reduction.
We invite research and practice-based presentations that strengthen awareness, prevention, and support systems.
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Suggested Presentation Topics
• Supporting populations at increased risk for suicidal behaviors
• Strengthening protective factors and reducing access to lethal means
• Increasing awareness of help-seeking behaviors by development and implementation of techniques to reduce stigma associated with mental health concerns
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• Connecting students with community-based mental health resources
• Implementing gatekeeper trainings (QPR, Campus Connect, Mental Health First Aid)
• Identifying effective treatment aimed at addressing co-occurring disorders such as with the intersection of su***de and mental illness with substance use

• Developing institutional protocols for students in crisis with community partnerships
• Su***de risk assessment and screening practices
• Creating a campus-wide culture of wellness
• Building interdisciplinary prevention teams on and off campus
• Postvention strategies
• Clinical approaches to su***de prevention
• Securing funding for prevention programs
Note: This list is not exhaustive—additional topics are welcome.
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📌 Proposal Guidelines
• Presenters may be listed on up to 2 proposals
• Proposals cannot be edited after submission
• Presenters are expected to present in person
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📅 Important Dates
Proposal Deadline May 31, 2026
Acceptance Notification June 15, 2026
Presenter Confirmation July 1, 2026
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🔗 Submit Your Proposal
👉 Click Here
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📬 Contact Information
Dr. Shelley Reed
📧 [email protected]
🌐 http://mhrsp.org/
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🎓 Additional Information
✔ NBCC Continuing Education Hours will be available
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🌱 Together, we can strengthen prevention efforts and support student wellness.

04/01/2026

*Job Opportunities*
The Mental Health Center of North Central Alabama is currently hiring for several positions across Morgan, Limestone, and Lawrence counties—great opportunities for students and recent graduates seeking hands-on experience in the mental health field.
Open positions include:
• Case Manager (Bachelor’s required)
• Therapist (Master’s required)
• Community Support Specialist (HS diploma/GED)
• Youth Peer Specialist (lived experience required)
• Mental Health Technician (inpatient unit opening soon)
These roles offer valuable experience and benefits, including PTO, holidays, state retirement, and insurance.
If you’re interested, please send your resume to [email protected]

03/12/2026

https://afspwalks.donordrive.com/team/387707

I'm supporting American Foundation for Su***de Prevention to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by su***de. Please support me with a donation or join me!

02/18/2026

Counselor Education student Zoey Kelley spoke at the Scholarship luncheon on campus today. Zoey was the recipient of the Mauldin Scholarship!! Congratulations we are so proud of you💜💛🥳

02/04/2026

A Proclamation from Governor Ivy! https://share.google/AH7Jt8JfFK4p6c0go

01/30/2026

Register by March 4, 2026 11:59 CST https://tinyurl.com/CSIUNA2026