Live online training via MS Teams

Harmless – the centre of excellence for self harm and suicide prevention – has been commissioned to deliver this free course by Nottingham City Council, Nottinghamshire County Council and NHS Nottingham & Nottinghamshire ICB. Please see below for full eligibility criteria.

Suicide bereavement brings a complex grief that calls for sensitivity and compassion. Our training gives you the knowledge, skills and confidence to offer respectful support, break down barriers and use helpful, appropriate language. Designed for workplaces or community settings, this course equips you to make a positive difference in the lives of those affected.

Learning outcomes:

The magnitude of suicide bereavement
Suicide loss as a unique form of complex bereavement
‘Complicated grief’, trauma and other individual responses to suicide
The wider impact of bereavement on those exposed to or affected by suicide
The stigma and shame associated with suicide and bereavement
Bereavement by suicide as a unique risk factor for suicide
Responding to those bereaved by suicide and how we can help to support them
Key UK strategic guidance and research on best practice in shaping services to incorporate suicide bereavement support
Postvention: what it means and why it matters
A local service perspective: The Tomorrow Project’s work supporting those affected

Our online training is delivered via MS Teams. Once registered, you will receive an email with login details for the session. During sessions, we provide all delegates with frequent breaks to ensure that screen fatigue is kept to a minimum.

Eligibility Criteria
Training is free to people working or volunteering in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire with people of all ages in the following sectors:

Community and voluntary sector organisations / community champions who work with those at risk of suicide and self harm
Children’s Social Services / Early Help Family Services
Organisations working with those who are financially vulnerable (e.g. advice services, debt agencies, food banks, libraries)
Adult Social Care
Primary Care
First Responders (e.g. police, fire service, paramedics)
Housing / Homelessness sector
Social Prescribers / Community Workers
Public Health Commissioned Services
We are now also welcoming individuals from justice services, private sector organisations and faith / community groups to join our evidence-based training – because every touchpoint can be a lifeline.

About Harmless
Harmless is the centre of excellence for self harm and suicide prevention. Each year, we support thousands of people who self harm, are in suicide crisis or have been bereaved by suicide. We’re also committed to sharing our expertise so everyone feels confident talking about mental health and supporting those in distress. That’s why we created The Academy at Harmless – to equip people to respond with confidence and compassion when it matters most. All our inclusive, interactive training is CPD-accredited, aligned with national guidelines and delivered by expert Training & Education Officers.

Self-Care
The topics covered in this training can be emotionally challenging. Delegates are encouraged to be mindful of the personal impact that this training may have and to seek reassurance, support or guidance from the Trainer if they feel distressed or affected. We also encourage delegates to practise self-care throughout the course – taking breaks as needed and managing personal disclosure. All Trainers have direct access to a clinical team for additional support if required.

Contact the host of Suicide Bereavement Training (Nottingham & Nottinghamshire)