Learn foundational knowledge and approaches to supporting someone who is having thoughts of suicide.
Learning Objectives:
- Greater confidence in having conversations about suicide.
- The ability to recognize signs that someone may be having thoughts of suicide.
- Knowledge and application of the CPR Support acronym to clearly ask about suicide, assess risk, and create an effective safety plan.
Outline:
- Statistics on suicide in Canada
- Myths and misconceptions around suicide
- Specific risk factors determining the likelihood of a suicide attempt
- Recognizing emotional and behavioural signs of suicidal thoughts
- CPR Support acronym as a guide for conversations about suicide
- Risk assessment staircase - tiered responses to different likelihoods of suicide attempts
- Conversations maps - practical examples of how to apply these skills
- Suicide intervention flowchart - decision making guide
- Practice scenarios
- Helpful resources
Ratings and Reviews
Angie Anderson.
Woneta BruceIt was a well put together course.it was informative and helpful. I just wish I would have been allowed to print my certificate
Mitchell CaplinThis course was very helpful in learning about how to help someone who may be experiencing thoughts or plans of suicide, in an interactive way of learning. I have taken other courses in the past on suicide prevention, including ASIST, but that this course really took the time to break down the language and stigma around suicide and provide a framework to approach the concerns of suicide.
Marwan NoueihedThe risk staircase was helpful. Listing each step by risk level and outlining actions to take at each stage was helpful. The presenter also came across as knowledgeable
Jade NemethThe only problem was I had difficulty hearing the videos with the volume turned up as high as it could go.
Yvette PottsVery very informative and great course to take
AdamVery informative and covers sensitive topics with respect and compassion. Gave practical, helpful suggestions for handling specific types of situations.
Amber W.This is one of the best online courses I have ever taken. Flowed super well and was engaging throughout. Learned a lot!
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