Certificate in Self-harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention Level 2 (SKI24S027)

Health and Wellbeing

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Mode of attendance: Flexible

Number of weeks: 7

Venue: Online Delivery

Free Course

About the course:

Unit 1 summary:

This unit will introduce learners to the concepts of self-harm and suicide. They will consider societal attitudes towards these, triggers, and how these may be influenced by the media.

Unit 2 summary:

This unit will enable learners to recognise signs and symptoms of self-harm in others, so they may develop an empathetic understanding of how to approach this.

Unit 3 summary:

This unit will teach learners the value of having conversations with struggling individuals, and the importance of getting family and friends involved.

Unit 4 summary:

This unit will deal with the after-effects of suicide, including helping relatives and friends process their grief and campaigns that are available for accessing support, etc.

How will the course be delivered?

Online distance learning through the EQUAL platform, online learning resources with feedback from an assessor

What do I need to bring?

Laptop/PC

What are the entry requirements?

19+, no formal entry requirements

What can I do next?

Successful learners can progress to other qualifications such as:
• Level 2 Award in Mental Health and Wellbeing
• Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
• Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness
• Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working in Mental Health
• Level 3 Diploma in Mental Health Care
• Level 3 Diploma Counselling.

How well am I doing?

Feedback after every learner submission from an assessor, focusing on strengths, areas for development and next steps. Grading is pass or refer with no fails.

Enquiries

Centre: The Skills Network
Email address: sales@theskillsnetwork.com