Spot the Signs - 3 Hour FREE Training

This is a fully funded 3-hour session. Sessions are held either online or may be held face to face in bespoke group sessions, subject to a minimum number of attendees.  This course is CPD accredited. 

Information about this training

The purpose of this session is to increase participants’ knowledge and awareness about suicide. You will explore:

• Information about which groups of people are most at risk and why
• Protective factors
• Briefly review practical strategies for identifying and responding to signs of risk in adults
• You will be provided some of the latest information and statistics in regard to suicide nationally and locally in Hertfordshire.

Learning outcomes

• Increase awareness and knowledge about suicide
• Explore information about which groups of people are most at risk and why
• Make you feel more confident in spotting the signs of someone feeling suicidal
• Provide information on how to access available additional support (signposting)
• Include post attendance documentation

Who is the course aimed at?

This course is for professionals, volunteers and organisations working with adults aged 18+ in Hertfordshire.

Entry requirements to do this course

None - However the ZSA (Zero Suicide Alliance) 30-minute online course is recommended to be completed prior to this course, which is also available via this website.

How you will be assessed

No assessment

How to access this training

To book onto this course, click the Visit External site button towards the top right of this page; you will be redirected to a secure external booking page.

For further information or to book a private session within your organisation, please contact Debbie Worrall at hpft.spotthesigns@nhs.net.

Further information

This course is CPD accredited. 

You might also like to explore this Public Health Training website for more courses.