Free Level 2 Suicide Course in Liverpool. Classes run at 3D Training, daytime and flexibly scheduled. This one-day course covers the context of suicide, common myths and stigma, and the main risk factors. You'll learn how to approach someone who may be thinking about or attempting suicide, and where to find reliable support for yourself or others. The course is open to all applicants in the Liverpool City Region. It typically takes around two months to complete.
Who this course is for
This one-day course will provide learners with the knowledge and understanding of the context of suicide. It will enable learners to be aware of the associated myths and stigma and the main risk factors associated with suicide. It will give an understanding on how to approach an individual who is thinking or attempting to commit suicide and give learners reliable resources and information to seek support for themselves or an individual.
Entry requirements
Open to all applicants in the Liverpool City Region
What you will learn
You'll understand the context of suicide and why it happens.
You'll identify common myths and stigma surrounding suicide.
You'll recognise the main risk factors associated with suicide.
You'll learn how to approach someone who is thinking about or attempting suicide.
You'll discover reliable resources and information to support yourself or others in crisis.
How you will learn
This is a classroom-based, one-day course. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions, group discussion, and guided activities. Assessment is based on your knowledge and understanding of the course content, completed during the session at 3D Training.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. 3D Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Mental health support worker - help people in crisis day to day.
Healthcare assistant - support patients in clinical or community settings.
Social care worker - assist vulnerable adults or young people.
Youth worker - support young people's wellbeing and safety.
School or college support staff - respond to student mental health concerns.
Volunteer crisis line worker - provide telephone support to people in distress.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid - a deeper qualification for those supporting mental health in workplaces or communities.
Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness - broadens your understanding of mental health conditions beyond suicide.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills - a step toward a counselling career if you want to support people more formally.
