Suicide Prevention – The Real Solution
Empower your team with life-saving skills and create a safer, healthier workplace.
Did you know that 1 in 20 adults experience suicidal thoughts during their lifetime? In Sussex alone, that means over 44,000 people in West Sussex and 27,000 in East Sussex may face this struggle. These numbers highlight an urgent need for proactive, innovative approaches to suicide prevention—and that’s exactly what this course delivers.
Why This Training Matters
Most suicides are preventable with the right knowledge and support. However, prevention shouldn’t start at the crisis point—it begins much earlier. This course equips you and your team with practical tools to recognize early signs, stop the downward spiral, and guide individuals back to a brighter, safer place.
Whatever your business sector, you have a responsibility to protect staff health, safety, and wellbeing. By attending, you’ll gain the confidence and skills to foster a workplace culture that prioritizes mental resilience and proactive care.
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for:
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Team Leaders and Supervisors
- Line Managers
- Anyone responsible for staff wellbeing or workplace mental health initiatives.
What You’ll Learn
- Early Intervention Skills: Understand how to prevent minds from spiraling into a dark place—and how to reverse that spiral if it happens.
- Warning Signs & Risk Factors: Learn what to look for and how to respond effectively.
- Practical Frameworks: Implement procedures that safeguard staff and colleagues.
- Power of a Proficient Mind: Discover how mental strength can prevent suicide and improve overall wellbeing.
- Effective Communication: Master the art of initiating sensitive conversations with empathy and confidence.
- Safety-First Approach: Learn how to manage crisis situations and connect individuals with emergency or support services.
Course Outcomes
- Apply proven strategies to prevent suicide in the workplace.
- Evaluate influences contributing to mental stress and suicidal thoughts.
- Create actionable plans to build resilience and mental wellbeing.
- Implement compassionate, practical interventions when needed.
Bespoke In-House Training
Looking for a tailored solution for your business?
We offer customised in-house training designed to meet your organisation’s specific needs. Choose from:
- Half-Day Workshops – Focused sessions for quick, impactful learning.
- Full-Day Training – Comprehensive coverage of prevention strategies and communication skills.
- Multi-Day Programs (up to 3 days) – Deep-dive training for organisations committed to embedding mental health resilience and suicide prevention into their culture.
Our bespoke courses ensure your team receives relevant, practical tools in a familiar environment, fostering open dialogue and stronger workplace support systems.
Join us for this groundbreaking training and become part of the solution. Together, we can reduce these numbers and save lives.
Please note: A minimum of 4 delegates is required for the course to run. If this number isn’t met, the session may be rescheduled.
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