Suicide First Aid through Understanding Suicide intervention - Classroom and Online

Programme Overview: 

This 1 day programme provides the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively intervene in situations where someone may be contemplating suicide.

Designed for individuals across various professions and community roles, this programme equips you with the tools to recognise the signs of suicide, initiate life-saving conversations, and connect at-risk individuals with appropriate resources. Whether you're a healthcare professional, educator, HR personnel, or concerned community member, this programme empowers you to make a real difference. 

Key Learning Outcomes: 

Understanding Suicide and Its Causes: Gain insights into the complex factors that can lead to thoughts of suicide and suicide behaviours, including mental health issues, emotional distress, and societal pressures.

• Recognising Signs: Learn how to identify the verbal, behavioural, and situational indicators that someone may be thinking of suicide.
• Effective Communication Techniques: Develop skills to engage in sensitive and supportive conversations, helping to de-escalate crises and offer hope to those in need.
• Immediate Intervention Strategies: Acquire practical tools and approaches for providing immediate support, including how to refer individuals to mental health professionals and other resources.
• Ethical Considerations: Understand the ethical responsibilities involved in suicide prevention, including confidentiality, consent, and the importance of self-care.

Programme Format and Duration: 

This is a concise, focused programme delivered over 1 day.. The programme includes a mix of interactive presentations, real-life case studies, and practice exercises to ensure learners leave with practical, actionable skills. 

Who Should Attend: 

Anyone in a position to support individuals with thoughts of suicide, including healthcare providers, educators, HR managers, community leaders, and social workers. No prior experience in mental health or suicide prevention is required. 

Certification: 

Upon completion, Learners can gain the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) Level 4 Award in Suicide First Aid®. This is a written assignment and upon completion Learners will receive an official qualification certificate from RSPH.

Why This Programme Matters: 

By equipping yourself with the skills taught in this programme, you become a crucial part of the effort to reduce suicide rates and save lives. Every intervention can make a difference. 

Value: 

NCSPET value this course at £95 per person. Surrey Council’s Public Health Team are fully funding all training places.

Important information 

• Your emotional safety is our top priority so please consider the following:
• This is a highly interactive course and you will be invited to participate in discussions and activities.
• You will be asked to empathise with someone who is having thoughts of suicide.
• You need to be at least 18 years of age to attend and living, volunteering or working in the London Borough of Surrey.
•  This is not a therapeutic space and you will not be asked to share personal experiences. However, if you have experienced suicide thoughts or attempts yourself, or lost someone to suicide, particularly if this is recent, you should consider if this is the right time to participate in this course. 
• If you have any special requirements in order to attend, please let us know on the order form.

 Your instructors

 Your instructor for this course will be a partner or associate of The Jen Group.  All our partners and associates are highly experienced MHFA and Suicide First Aid instructors with many years of experience working to support people's mental wellbeing.