Certificate in Self Harm and Suicide Prevention (online) Level 2

This Level 2 certificate in Self-harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention is aimed at anyone seeking to improve their understanding and awareness of suicide and self-harm.

The knowledge you will gain is not sector-specific but can be applied to a broad range of personal and professional situations.

You may find this course useful to your professional life if you are a teacher, mental health worker, crisis helpline volunteer, support worker, in a safeguarding role, parents or guardians, or working with individuals who may be at increased risk of self-harm or suicide.

Please be aware that the course will deal with some sensitive topics which you may find triggering. Whilst we take safeguarding very seriously, it is important to recognise and protect your own mental health and speak to a professional where needed.

Unit 1 - Introduction to suicide and self-harm awareness

• Section 1: Understand what is meant by self-harm and suicide

• Section 2: Understand the triggers which might cause someone to self-harm or attempt suicide

• Section 3: Understand media and societal attitudes to self-harm and suicide

Unit 2 - Recognising the signs of suicide and self-harm in individuals

• Section 1: Signs, thoughts, feelings and behaviour

• Section 2: Understand how to initially approach someone who may be self-harming or considering suicide.

Unit 3 - The principles of suicide and self-harm prevention

• Section 1: Understand the role of conversation in the prevention of self-harm and suicide

• Section 2: Understand the importance of family and friend support in the prevention of self-harm and suicide

• Section 3: Know support and treatment options available to individuals and families in relation to self-harm and suicide

Unit 4 - Support for individuals when dealing with grief after suicide

• Section 1: Understand the role of suicide prevention campaigns

• Section 2: Understand the importance of encouraging healthy coping strategies

• Section 3: Understanding grief following suicide and the impact it can have on individuals

• Section 4: Understand the reach of grief following suicide

• Section 5: Understand the importance of support for those affected by grief following suicide

Our courses are accredited by leading awarding bodies. We ensure you receive the most up-to-date knowledge that can be applied in the real world and help you secure your dream job or promotion.

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