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    Self-Harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention

    Self-Harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention | Level 2 | P13960

    Study options

    How to study

    Distance Learning

    duration

    Duration

    12 Weeks

    location

    Location

    Online

    • Course overview

      This qualification is designed to increase knowledge and encourage conversation in all aspects of society that could prevent individuals hurting themselves or deaths by suicide. The knowledge individuals will gain is not sector-specific but can be applied to a broad range of personal and professional situations. Individuals who may find this course useful to their professional life include: teachers, mental health workers, crisis helpline volunteers, support workers, individuals in a safeguarding role, parents or guardians, and others working with individuals who may be at increased risk of self-harm or suicide.

    • How does online learning work?

      Learn anytime, anywhere!

      Whether you’re looking to boost your professional development and career prospects or simply want to learn a skill in your spare time, an online course is a great way to gain a nationally recognised qualification.

      Distance Learning courses give you the flexibility to study in a way that suits your personal and professional commitments. You can work at your own pace within the course timeframe and study in the comfort of your own home!

      How it works:

      You can sign up to our courses throughout the year. 

      Step 1: Register or login to fill out our online enrolment form by clicking the Apply Now button.

      Step 2: You will receive email confirmation and asked to send a copy of your ID, where relevant, within 48 hours.

      Step 3: You will be sent your login details to start your online learning. 

      Step 4: Depending on your course, you’ll either be automatically marked or have on-hand support and marking from a dedicated tutor. 

      Step 5: Depending on your course, you will either have access to a certificate download to print off, receive an e-certificate of achievement from the awarding body or receive a certificate through the post.

    • Limited FREE spaces!

      There are limited free spaces available for this course subject to the following requirements:

      Aged 19 years or over 

      Live in England

      Must have lived in the UK or EU for the 3 years prior to starting the course

      If aged 19-24 - must hold a full Level 2 qualification or above in any subject (i.e., QCF Diploma Level 2, five GCSEs/O Levels grade A-C, two or three AS Levels, CSE grade 1 5 or more, one A-Level, QCF Certificate, GNVQ Intermediate, First Diploma, NVQ Level 2, First Certificate or Principle of Learning Level 2).  

      If aged 24+ no qualifications are required.  

      Please note, although this is a funded programme, withdrawal or non-completion will result in a charge of £100 to cover administration, registration and learning resources.

    • What modules will I study?

      Unit 1: Introduction to suicide and self-harm awareness

      Section 1: Understand what is meant by self-harm and suicide

      Section 2: Understand the triggers which might cause someone to self-harm or attempt suicide

      Section 3: Understand media and societal attitudes to self-harm and suicide

      Unit 2: Recognising the signs of suicide and self-harm in individuals

      Section 1: Signs, thoughts, feelings and behaviour

      Section 2: Understand how to initially approach someone who may be self-harming or considering suicide

      Unit 3: The principles of suicide and self-harm prevention

      Section 1: Understand the role of conversation in the prevention of self-harm and suicide

      Section 2: Understand the importance of family and friend support in the prevention of self-harm and suicide

      Section 3: Know support and treatment options available to individuals and families in relation to self-harm and suicide

      Unit 4: Support for individuals when dealing with grief after suicide

      Section 1: Understand the role of suicide prevention campaigns

      Section 2: Understand the importance of encouraging healthy coping strategies

      Section 3: Understanding grief following suicide and the impact it can have on individuals

      Section 4: Understand the reach of grief following suicide

      Section 5: Understand the importance of support for those affected by grief following suicide

    • How will I be assessed?

      • Interactive and easy to navigate resources
      • Engaging videos and content, highlighting key knowledge and information
      • Case studies to demonstrate how skills can be applied in practical situations
      • An easy to use, integrated note-taking feature allowing you to jot down information as you work through the learning materials
      • A series of activities to support and prepare you for your assessment.

      Assessments are completed online throughout your course to evaluate your knowledge and understanding of the subject matter. They will be broken down into manageable tasks and once enrolled, you will receive an assessment schedule detailing deadlines so you can plan your studies.

      Assessments can take many forms but typically they are short written answers to a series of questions or statements. Your personal tutor will support you with any questions you may have relating to the assessment content and process. Your personal tutor will aim to provide feedback on your submission within 7 days and be able to confirm if the submission has achieved the assessment criteria or provide support and guidance if additional work is required.

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    Contact Details

    Contact Details

    Burton and South Derbyshire College
    Tel: 01283 494400

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