The Suicide First Aid Lite - Awareness of Suicide Prevention course supports workplace suicide prevention by equipping delegates with the skills to recognise warning signs and hold safe, supportive conversations.
It also provides a foundation for those who may be interested in progressing to the full-day Suicide First Aid course, which includes more detailed practical training and the option to achieve a Level 4 qualification.
Assured by the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH), the Suicide First Aid Lite - Awareness of Suicide Prevention course equips delegates with the confidence and practical skills to recognise and respond to suicide risk.
Delivered by the National Centre for Suicide Prevention, Education & Training, the session includes group discussions, interactive exercises, breakout rooms, skills practice and video-based learning.
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Key areas covered:
Recognition & Prevention: Focusing on workplace wellbeing, delegates will learn how to identify signs of distress and guide individuals to appropriate support. The course also explores how to promote a culture where mental health and suicide prevention are embedded in workplace, health, safety and wellbeing policies.
Intervention: How to respond when someone shows signs of distress, knowing what to say, how to listen without judgement, creating a safe space and helping them access the right support.
Postvention: Working together on a postvention strategy to support individuals and their teams impacted by suicide in the workplace, focusing on compassionate communication, maintaining confidentiality and creating a space for grief and healing.
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What You’ll Learn
Session 1:
- The 3 core beliefs
- The definition of suicide
- The potential impact of language used
- The hidden toll
- The ripple effect
- The suicide continuum
- Understanding intention vs outcome
- Contributing factors to thoughts of suicide
- Video & discussion
Session 2:
- Survival instinct
- Suicide safety guide 3 step model
- Recognising the signs of suicide
- Piecing the jigsaw together
- How to ask about suicide
- How not to ask about suicide
- How to listen non judgementally
- Introduce & explore options
- Helping them cope
- Immediate safety - staying safe
- Partnership working
This course is open to delegates interested in suicide prevention and mental health advocacy across all sectors. The Suicide First Aid Lite - Awareness of Suicide Prevention course is designed to build your confidence and ability to recognise warning signs and help prevent suicide.
Whether you support others as part of your role, or simply want to make a difference in your workplace or community, this training equips you with practical skills and knowledge to confidently deliver compassionate support at critical moments.
It is particularly relevant for:
- Mental Health First Aiders - learn more about our Mental Health First Aid course.
- Managers, Depot Managers, Supervisors and Team Leaders
- Foremen and Site Managers
- Control Room Staff
- Charity Workers and Helpline Supporters
- Health & Safety, HR and Occupational Health professionals
- Staff involved in Diversity, Inclusion and Organisational Wellbeing
- Customer-facing employees (e.g., shopping centre staff)
Upon completion, delegates will receive a digital badge from NCSPET (National Centre for Suicide Prevention Education and Training, demonstrating their knowledge of suicide prevention as a Suicide First Aider®, along with a certificate of attendance.
Delegates may also be interested in progressing to the full-day Suicide First Aid course, which covers a wider range of topics and the option to achieve a Level 4 qualification.
Suicide First Aid Lite - Awareness of Suicide Prevention Course FAQs
Q1. Who should attend this course?
This training is designed for individuals seeking to recognise suicide warning signs and learn how to offer early, supportive conversations to help prevent crisis. It’s particularly beneficial for Mental Health First Aiders, managers, supervisors, frontline workers, charity workers and as well as those involved in workplace mental health and wellbeing initiatives.
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Q2. Is prior experience necessary to attend this course?
No, the course is welcome to delegates with no prior experience or qualifications. It’s designed to support delegates at all levels.
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Q3. How long is the course, and what can I expect?
The course runs for half a day across two sessions, exploring key topics such as beliefs about suicide, risk factors, warning signs, how to discuss suicide appropriately, plus more. The training includes group discussions, practical exercises, breakout rooms, video content and skills practice.
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Q4. Where does the course take place?
The course is delivered remotely in a virtual classroom via Microsoft Teams. Please ensure Microsoft Teams is downloaded and working correctly before your course start date.
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Q5. What time does the course start?
After your booking is confirmed, you’ll receive a ‘joining instructions’ email with your exact course start time. Please ensure you login to your virtual classroom at least 15 minutes before the course begins for registration and system checks.
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Q6. Do I need to bring anything with me?
This is a remote course, so you’ll need a laptop or desktop with a working webcam, microphone and a reliable internet connection. Full device requirements will be sent to you after your booking confirmation.
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Q7. Will I receive course materials such as a workbook?
Yes. All delegates are provided with a digital workbook and access to all course videos to support their learning experience.
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Q8. Will I need to complete a test or assessment?
No, there is no formal exam or assessment. The course emphasises active participation through discussions, group activities and skills practice aimed at increasing your confidence in suicide prevention.
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Q9. When can I expect to get my certificate?
You will receive a digital certificate within 28 working days after completing this course. If you do not receive yours in this timeframe, please reach out to trainingadmin@hss.com.
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Q10. Does this course have official accreditation and meet industry standards?
Yes, this course is assured by the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH). It’s designed to comply with the upcoming British Standard BS 30480, ensuring it meets current and emerging workplace suicide prevention guidelines.
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Q11. What support is available if I have additional needs or require reasonable adjustments?
At HSS Training, we’re committed to providing an inclusive learning environment that supports neurodiversity and individual needs. If you have a disability, specific learning need, are neurodivergent or if English is your second language, please refer to our reasonable adjustments guide.
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Q12. What are the benefits of this course for my organisation?
This course equips employees with the essential skills to recognise and respond with confidence to early signs of suicide risk, strengthening your organisation’s approach to mental health, wellbeing and duty of care. It also supports compliance with emerging mental health and safety standards.
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Still Have Questions?
If you need further support, please contact us on 0345 605 0006, use our live chat or email training@hss.com.
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The Suicide First Aid Lite - Awareness of Suicide Prevention course supports workplace suicide prevention by equipping delegates with the skills to recognise warning signs and hold safe, supportive conversations.
It also provides a foundation for those who may be interested in progressing to the full-day Suicide First Aid course, which includes more detailed practical training and the option to achieve a Level 4 qualification.
Assured by the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH), the Suicide First Aid Lite - Awareness of Suicide Prevention course equips delegates with the confidence and practical skills to recognise and respond to suicide risk.
Delivered by the National Centre for Suicide Prevention, Education & Training, the session includes group discussions, interactive exercises, breakout rooms, skills practice and video-based learning.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Key areas covered:
Recognition & Prevention: Focusing on workplace wellbeing, delegates will learn how to identify signs of distress and guide individuals to appropriate support. The course also explores how to promote a culture where mental health and suicide prevention are embedded in workplace, health, safety and wellbeing policies.
Intervention: How to respond when someone shows signs of distress, knowing what to say, how to listen without judgement, creating a safe space and helping them access the right support.
Postvention: Working together on a postvention strategy to support individuals and their teams impacted by suicide in the workplace, focusing on compassionate communication, maintaining confidentiality and creating a space for grief and healing.
_________________________________________________________________________________
What You’ll Learn
Session 1:
- The 3 core beliefs
- The definition of suicide
- The potential impact of language used
- The hidden toll
- The ripple effect
- The suicide continuum
- Understanding intention vs outcome
- Contributing factors to thoughts of suicide
- Video & discussion
Session 2:
- Survival instinct
- Suicide safety guide 3 step model
- Recognising the signs of suicide
- Piecing the jigsaw together
- How to ask about suicide
- How not to ask about suicide
- How to listen non judgementally
- Introduce & explore options
- Helping them cope
- Immediate safety - staying safe
- Partnership working
Suicide First Aid Lite - Awareness of Suicide Prevention Course FAQs
Q1. Who should attend this course?
This training is designed for individuals seeking to recognise suicide warning signs and learn how to offer early, supportive conversations to help prevent crisis. It’s particularly beneficial for Mental Health First Aiders, managers, supervisors, frontline workers, charity workers and as well as those involved in workplace mental health and wellbeing initiatives.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q2. Is prior experience necessary to attend this course?
No, the course is welcome to delegates with no prior experience or qualifications. It’s designed to support delegates at all levels.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q3. How long is the course, and what can I expect?
The course runs for half a day across two sessions, exploring key topics such as beliefs about suicide, risk factors, warning signs, how to discuss suicide appropriately, plus more. The training includes group discussions, practical exercises, breakout rooms, video content and skills practice.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q4. Where does the course take place?
The course is delivered remotely in a virtual classroom via Microsoft Teams. Please ensure Microsoft Teams is downloaded and working correctly before your course start date.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q5. What time does the course start?
After your booking is confirmed, you’ll receive a ‘joining instructions’ email with your exact course start time. Please ensure you login to your virtual classroom at least 15 minutes before the course begins for registration and system checks.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q6. Do I need to bring anything with me?
This is a remote course, so you’ll need a laptop or desktop with a working webcam, microphone and a reliable internet connection. Full device requirements will be sent to you after your booking confirmation.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q7. Will I receive course materials such as a workbook?
Yes. All delegates are provided with a digital workbook and access to all course videos to support their learning experience.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q8. Will I need to complete a test or assessment?
No, there is no formal exam or assessment. The course emphasises active participation through discussions, group activities and skills practice aimed at increasing your confidence in suicide prevention.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q9. When can I expect to get my certificate?
You will receive a digital certificate within 28 working days after completing this course. If you do not receive yours in this timeframe, please reach out to trainingadmin@hss.com.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q10. Does this course have official accreditation and meet industry standards?
Yes, this course is assured by the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH). It’s designed to comply with the upcoming British Standard BS 30480, ensuring it meets current and emerging workplace suicide prevention guidelines.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q11. What support is available if I have additional needs or require reasonable adjustments?
At HSS Training, we’re committed to providing an inclusive learning environment that supports neurodiversity and individual needs. If you have a disability, specific learning need, are neurodivergent or if English is your second language, please refer to our reasonable adjustments guide.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q12. What are the benefits of this course for my organisation?
This course equips employees with the essential skills to recognise and respond with confidence to early signs of suicide risk, strengthening your organisation’s approach to mental health, wellbeing and duty of care. It also supports compliance with emerging mental health and safety standards.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Still Have Questions?
If you need further support, please contact us on 0345 605 0006, use our live chat or email training@hss.com.
________________________________________________________________________________
This course is open to delegates interested in suicide prevention and mental health advocacy across all sectors. The Suicide First Aid Lite - Awareness of Suicide Prevention course is designed to build your confidence and ability to recognise warning signs and help prevent suicide.
Whether you support others as part of your role, or simply want to make a difference in your workplace or community, this training equips you with practical skills and knowledge to confidently deliver compassionate support at critical moments.
It is particularly relevant for:
- Mental Health First Aiders - learn more about our Mental Health First Aid course.
- Managers, Depot Managers, Supervisors and Team Leaders
- Foremen and Site Managers
- Control Room Staff
- Charity Workers and Helpline Supporters
- Health & Safety, HR and Occupational Health professionals
- Staff involved in Diversity, Inclusion and Organisational Wellbeing
- Customer-facing employees (e.g., shopping centre staff)
Upon completion, delegates will receive a digital badge from NCSPET (National Centre for Suicide Prevention Education and Training, demonstrating their knowledge of suicide prevention as a Suicide First Aider®, along with a certificate of attendance.
Delegates may also be interested in progressing to the full-day Suicide First Aid course, which covers a wider range of topics and the option to achieve a Level 4 qualification.
