Suicide Ideation
Suicide ideation training helps your team recognise the signs that a person may attempt to take their own life. Delivered on-site by our experienced trainers.
About the course
Recognise the signs that a person may try to take their own life
By the end of the course, delegates will:
- Understand that Mental Health problems are common
- Be aware of legislation in place to protect people with mental health conditions
- Recognise some causes of mental health conditions
- Understand why some people choose to self-harm
- Understand what is meant by suicide ideation
- Recognise different types of suicide ideation
- Be aware of some reason why people ideate around suicide
- Recognise some common warning signs of suicide ideation
- Be aware of some treatments for suicide ideation
- Recognise ways to help a person who is ideating
- Know what to do in urgent situations
What you’ll cover
Full course content
Everything the course covers, exactly as our trainers deliver it:
lessons
Mental Health
- History of mental health
- What is mental health?
- Talking about mental health
Legislation
- The Mental Health Act
- The Mental Capacity Act
Causes of Mental Health Conditions
- Genetic factors
- Physical factors
- Psychological factors
- Social factors
Self-Harm
- What is self-harm?
- Recognising self-harm
- Why people self-harm
- Actions to take
- Providing support and assistance
- Coping strategies
- What is suicide ideation?
- Types of suicide ideation
- Why do people ideate?
- Warning signs
- Treatment
- How to help
Suicide
- Why people take their own lives
- How to help
- Things that won’t help
- Urgent situations
- Scenarios
Keep exploring
Related mental health courses
These subjects sit naturally alongside this course — and we can combine courses into one visit.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Where is the training delivered?
All of our training is delivered on-site at your service, anywhere in the UK — we come to you, so there are no travel costs or venue hire for your team.
How long is the Suicide Ideation course?
It runs as a part day – 4.5 hours course, delivered in one visit unless stated otherwise.
How many delegates can attend?
Up to 15 delegates per session.
Do delegates receive a certificate?
Yes — every delegate receives a certificate on completion. Certificates are valid for 1 year, so plan refresher training before they expire.
How much does the course cost?
We price every course on application, based on your dates, location and delegate numbers. Use the contact buttons below — we reply quickly with a quote.
Can we combine courses into one visit?
Yes. Many clients build a full training day from shorter courses, and we can deliver several subjects in one visit — just tell us what your team needs.
Do you only train care providers?
No. This course suits care & nursing homes, home care & domiciliary, supported living, day services, hospices. If your sector isn’t listed, ask — we’ll tailor the course to your setting.
Book this course
We bring Suicide Ideation training to your service
Delivered on-site at your service, nationwide, with pricing on application. Tell us your dates and delegate numbers and we’ll reply quickly with a quote.
Part of our mental health training range. Also explore behaviour management training and neurological training.