Suicide Awareness

Course Overview
Trigger warning: please note before you start this module that we will be discussing subjects that some people may find distressing. If you are sensitive to conversations regarding suicide or self-harm, please proceed with caution. This module will help you to understand suicide and its impact in the workplace, as well as develop the skills necessary to recognise, respond to and support those at risk. It also focuses on creating a supportive environment through signposting, appropriate boundaries and trauma-informed conversations.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Understanding Suicide and Its Impact
- Recognising Risk Factors and Warning Signs
- Responding to a Crisis Situation
- Top Tips for Supporting a Colleague
Who will Benefit
This module will benefit everybody, whether you are experiencing suicidal thoughts yourself or are working with somebody who may be at risk. This will allow you to protect yourself and support others in vulnerable situations. By improving awareness and confidence, it helps create a workplace where people feel seen, heard and supported. If you are affected by the content covered in this module, you can access support here:
Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/
Mind: https://www.mind.org.uk/
CALM: https://www.thecalmzone.net/
National Suicide Prevention Helpline: https://spuk.org.uk/national-suicide-prevention-helpline/
Approach
Maguire Training have created over 100 video-based modules using their own professional training team to present on subjects they are experts in. These videos are jargon-free and delivered with the enthusiasm and engagement you would expect from some of the country’s leading business skills trainers. Each module has interactive questions to check learner knowledge and is accompanied by supporting notes for the learner to read in their own time. Each module is a powerful package of learning designed to maximise learner development.