An Act relative to suicide prevention in schools

This bill requires the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to mandate suicide prevention training for school health care providers and educators. Specifically, it mandates that these staff members complete at least two hours of evidence-based training every other year as part of their professional development. Additionally, the bill requires the state to create a list of approved training materials in consultation with health and mental health experts. It also establishes a staffing requirement ensuring that every 400 students have access to at least one mental health professional on campus during school hours.