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 Leicestershire County Council, Leicester City Council and Leicestershire Police for staff and volunteers from voluntary/third sector organisations working within Leicester, Leicesterhisre & Rutland. Please note that you must work with people in Leicester, Leicestershire or Rutland to meet eligibility criteria for this training.

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 will equip you to make a positive difference in the lives of those affected.

Learning outcomes:

The magnitude of suicide
Local and national prevalence
Suicide loss as a unique form of bereavement
Individual responses to trauma and ‘complicated grief’
Exposure to suicide
Stigma and taboo
Suicide bereavement as a unique risk factor

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.

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 (Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland)