City & Guilds Accredited Training
A One-Day Suicide Prevention Course That Makes a Difference
This accredited one-day course teaches the theory and practice of suicide intervention skills that can be used in any personal or professional setting. Delivered by experienced suicide prevention trainers, this session offers a unique and powerful learning experience.
The course, Suicide First Aid through Understanding Suicide Intervention (SFAUSI), gives you the knowledge and tools to support someone with thoughts of suicide — helping them stay safe and stay alive.
What You’ll Learn 📚💡
SFAUSI is delivered in four 90-minute sessions, combining real-world knowledge, practical skills, and compassionate approaches to suicide prevention.
Part 1 – 09:30 to 11:00
- Welcome and course introduction
- Talking about suicide prevention
- Exploring stigma and survivor impact
- Suicide thoughts vs suicide behaviour
- Understanding what can cause suicidal thoughts
Part 2 – 11:15 to 12:45
- The ripple effect of suicide
- How communities and systems can help
- The importance of working in partnership
- Exploring personal attitudes and values
- “I’m so glad you told me” – audio-visual learning
Part 3 – 13:30 to 14:45
- Meeting the needs of someone in crisis
- Using the Suicide-Safety Guide
- Step 1: Recognising and asking about suicide
- Step 2: Exploring options and support
Part 4 – 15:00 to 16:30
- Step 3: Safeguarding and safety planning
- Looking after yourself too
- Understanding risk and behaviours
- Planning next steps and continued learning
- Overview of delivery methods
How We Teach 🧑🏫🎥🗣️
This six-hour course uses:
- Tutor-led discussions and guided practice
- Socratic learning
- Mini-lectures and group work
- Audio and video presentations
It’s a highly interactive, emotionally engaging experience — no previous training or experience is needed. You’ll be encouraged to reflect and empathise, but there is no pressure to share personal experiences.
Who It’s For 🌍
This course is ideal for anyone working in or connected to:
- Health and social care
- Housing
- Education
- Criminal justice
- Call centres
- Community groups
- Voluntary, public, or private sectors
Optional Accreditation 🎓
Participants can choose to register for the City & Guilds accredited unit of learning for an additional £85. This includes a short written assignment after the course.
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