Suicide Prevention

Understand the signs, risk factors and prevention methods of suicide with this essential, awareness-focused online learning course.

Overview:

Suicide Prevention is a deeply important area of knowledge that extends beyond mental health professionals. This course is designed to raise awareness, build understanding, and deliver foundational insight into recognising risk signs, navigating conversations, and guiding someone to appropriate help—without overstepping boundaries.

You'll learn how suicide affects different age groups and social contexts, how to respond with care, and how small actions may contribute to bigger changes. While this course does not offer therapy or diagnostic training, it offers valuable knowledge and a framework for approaching sensitive conversations with care and respect—be it in your workplace, community, or daily life.

Learning Outcomes:

• Identify warning signs and behavioural changes linked to suicide risks
• Understand common myths and misconceptions around suicide and self-harm
• Learn how to respond appropriately in high-risk communication scenarios
• Recognise when and how to guide someone toward professional support
• Gain awareness of suicide risk across age, gender, and social factors
• Improve communication confidence in emotionally difficult situations

Who is this Course For

• Teachers looking to support students’ emotional wellbeing effectively
• HR staff responsible for employee wellbeing and risk response
• Youth workers supporting vulnerable or at-risk individuals
• Managers seeking awareness for sensitive workplace conversations
• Charity workers engaging with affected families or communities
• Call centre staff handling emotional or distressing conversations
• Parents who want to be more informed and observant at home
• Anyone interested in suicide awareness and mental health education

Career Path – Roles and Average UK Salaries

• Mental Health Support Worker – £24,000 per year
• Helpline Advisor – £22,000 per year
• Pastoral Support Officer – £26,000 per year
• Youth Worker (Mental Health Focus) – £25,000 per year
• Safeguarding Coordinator – £30,000 per year
• Public Health Campaign Officer – £32,000 per year