Free Level 2 Self-harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention Course. Study online, at your own pace, over up to 12 months. You'll learn to recognise the signs of self-harm and suicidal thoughts, how to approach someone you're concerned about, and how to manage and minimise risk. The course also covers supporting people through grief after suicide. The knowledge applies across personal and professional settings, not just one sector. You must be aged 19 or over and live in England to qualify for funding.
Who this course is for
Learn to recognise the signs of self-harm and suicidal thoughts, as well as how to approach a person you believe is experiencing this. Look at managing and minimising self-harm risk and how to support people dealing with grief after suicide.This nationally recognised qualification 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. Individuals who may find this course useful to their professional life include teachers, mental health workers, crisis helpline volunteers, support workers, individuals in a safeguarding role, parents or guardians, and others working with individuals who may be at increased risk of self-harm or suicide.This course is delivered online. Studying via distance learning means you can choose when and where you study. All of our award-winning, online learning resources are of the highest quality and are designed to be engaging and interactive to keep you focused on your learning at all times.
Entry requirements
Learners must be aged 19+ and live in England to qualify for funding.
What you will learn
You'll recognise the signs of self-harm and suicidal thoughts in others.
You'll learn how to approach and talk to someone you believe may be at risk.
You'll understand how to manage and minimise self-harm risk.
You'll explore strategies for supporting people experiencing suicidal ideation.
You'll learn how to support individuals dealing with grief following a suicide.
You'll gain knowledge applicable across health, social care, education, and community settings.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is knowledge-based, completed online. You do not need to attend a classroom or sit a timed exam at a centre. All study and assessment takes place through an online learning platform.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Herefordshire College Hereford will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: helping vulnerable adults in care or community settings.
Healthcare assistant: supporting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: working alongside people in crisis or recovery.
School or college welfare officer: supporting student wellbeing and safeguarding.
Youth worker: working with young people in community or residential settings.
Housing support officer: assisting tenants with complex needs.
Bereavement support volunteer or worker: supporting those affected by suicide loss.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health Awareness: deepens your understanding of mental health conditions and support approaches.
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health: a broader qualification suited to roles in health, social care, and education.
Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: if you want to move into a hands-on care role, this covers the wider skills and knowledge employers look for.
