Conversations About Suicide
Get prepared for conversations about suicide. Learn the skills needed to approach, discuss and support those experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviours.
Learn the skills needed to approach, discuss and support those experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviours.
Available for:
Education
Non-Profits
Business
Step into a space of understanding and readiness with our Conversations About Suicide course, a critical component of Mental Health First Aid training.
This focused session empowers you with the skills to approach, support, and communicate effectively with individuals who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviours. Our empathetic and evidence-based guidance will equip you with the confidence to have compassionate conversations, provide immediate assistance, and connect those at risk with the professional help they need.
Enhance your capacity to be a beacon of hope and an agent of change in the face of one of society’s most pressing challenges.
Course Options
| Hours | Mode |
|---|---|
| 4 | in-person |
Requirements
Participants must be over 18 years of age.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:
- Recognise the signs that indicate someone may be experiencing suicidal thoughts.
- Understand the warning signs and risk factors of suicide.
- Know how to support someone who is experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviours.
- Use an evidence-based action plan to initiate a Mental Health First Aid conversation.
- Understand the professional resources and supports available for people experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviours.
- Know the barriers to help-seeking and how to overcome these.
- Apply self-care practices as a Mental Health First Aider.