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Free Level 2 Self-harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention Course Online – Cambridge Regional College Science Park Campus

CostFREE
Duration15 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Self-harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. The course covers the causes, signs, and impacts of self-harm and suicide, and how to respond appropriately in personal and professional settings. It takes 15 weeks to complete. The knowledge applies across a wide range of roles, from support work and teaching to safeguarding and crisis volunteering.

Who this course is for

This qualification is aimed at anyone seeking to improve their understanding and awareness of suicide and self-harm. The knowledge individuals will gain is not sector-specific but can be applied to a broad range of personal and professional situations.

Individuals who may find this self harm training 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.

When you click ‘Apply Now’ you will be taken to an external site, you may be required to search for this course using the navigation tools, once found you can click ‘Apply now’ and start your application.

Entry requirements

To enrol on one of our fantastic courses you will need to be able to access a laptop or PC with internet access. Courses are fully funded subject to learner eligibility although you must complete an English initial assessment to ensure this type of delivery is the right one for you. Please note that you will be liable for a GBP100 administration fee should you choose to not complete your qualification upon allocation of your tutor.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the key risk factors and warning signs associated with self-harm and suicidal behaviour.
  • You'll learn how to respond safely and supportively to someone who may be at risk.
  • You'll explore the emotional and psychological factors that contribute to self-harm and suicide.
  • You'll develop knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities in relation to self-harm and suicide.
  • You'll understand the impact of self-harm and suicide on families, carers, and communities.
  • You'll learn about the support services and referral pathways available to people in crisis.

How you will learn

The course is delivered entirely online. You'll complete an English initial assessment before you start, which helps confirm that online study is the right fit for you. Learning is self-paced, so you work through the material in your own time. You'll need access to a laptop or PC with an internet connection. Assessment is based on the coursework and tasks set within the online programme.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a laptop or PC with internet access. Cambridge Regional College Science Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker: helping people with mental health or personal challenges
  • Mental health support worker: working in community or residential mental health settings
  • Crisis helpline volunteer: providing telephone or online support to people in distress
  • Teaching assistant: supporting pupils with emotional and behavioural needs
  • Safeguarding officer: identifying and responding to welfare concerns in organisations
  • Youth worker: working with young people in community or educational settings
  • Care assistant: supporting vulnerable adults in care or supported living

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Mental Health in the Workplace (various awarding bodies) - builds on your awareness training with a focus on workplace mental health responsibilities.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health - a broader qualification covering mental health conditions, treatment, and recovery, suited to those moving into support or care roles.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent - useful if your role involves safeguarding responsibilities alongside mental health awareness.
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