Renfrewshire Council

Introduction to Suicide Prevention

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde SAMH training course for suicide prevention

Dates

To be confirmed

Course Outline

An introduction to the statistics around suicide, spotting the signs, how to ask about suicide and the support available.

Course Objectives

This session explores:

  • Statistics around suicide.
  • Spotting the signs and asking about suicide.
  • Listening and support available.
  • Looking after yourself.

Suitable for

All employees with an interest in this topic.

Format

Virtual training delivered on MS Teams.

Workshop Duration

2 hours.

Prerequisites

This is an introductory course so no prior experience or learning is required.

How to Book

Email: workplace@samh.org.uk

Include your name, job role, organisation and HSCP area, your manager's name and email address.

Please discuss the training with your manager before nominating yourself for this course.

Cost

Free

Notes

Arrangements will be made on request for delegates with additional requirements.

This session is an introduction to suicide prevention, and does not go into detail around carrying out a suicide intervention.

The use of virtual platforms cannot guarantee a confidential safe-space.