Level 2 Certificate in Self-harm and Suicide Awareness & Prevention

This course is comprised of four units:

Unit 1: Introduction to suicide and self-harm awareness

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

Unit 3: The principles of suicide and self-harm prevention and Unit 4: Support for individuals when dealing with grief after suicide.

Course Highlights

• Delivered via online distance learning allowing you to choose when and where you study
• Engaging and interactive activities that stretch learners’ thinking and help put their new, extended knowledge into practice
• Gain a nationally recognised qualification
• Personal tutors are assigned to you to ensure you have the support needed to succeed

*Funding is subject to learners meeting set eligibility criteria; this may be discussed prior to the start of any course. Learners must be aged 19+ and have lived in the EU for the past three years. Please note that a withdrawal fee of £90 is payable if learners decide to withdraw from the course.

By undertaking this course, you will gain formal recognition by obtaining a nationally recognised qualification. This will enable you to further your own continuous professional development, which could support you in improving your career prospects. You can also progress onto further qualifications.

Individuals who may find this course useful to their professional life include: teachers, mental health workers, crisis helpline volunteers, support workers, carers, individuals in a safeguarding role, parents or guardians, and others working with individuals who may be at increased risk of self-harm or suicide

This course is delivered online using our learning platform Equal. Students must have full use of either a PC, Laptop and will need full access to the Internet.

You must already hold a L1 or equivalent English qualification.

All applicants must be at least 19 years of age to enrol for the course and have a good level of English skills to a minimum of Level One standard.

Applicants aged 19-23 are only eligible if they have already achieved a full Level 2 qualification or equivalent. Please contact us for clarification if required.

Applicants aged 24+ do not require any prior academic qualifications, but do need to meet the required standard of English skills.

Applicants must have lived in the UK for the last three years, currently reside in England, with a postcode outside of London, Greater Manchester, Greater London, Liverpool, Tees Valley Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, West Midlands, South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, Wets of England, Newcastle Upon Tyne, North Tyneside and Northumberland. Please contact providers in your local area for alternative options.