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Every hour, someone dies by suicide in the UK. That’s over 7,000 lives lost every year – and many of them never told anyone how close they were to the edge.
1 in 11 working adults in the UK are experiencing suicidal thoughts – yet most will never tell a professional. When people do open up, it’s usually to someone they already know and trust: a colleague, a manager, a friend. That first conversation matters. It can be the turning point – or a missed chance. This course changes that.
You do need the skills, the confidence, and a clear sense of what to do next.
SOS Silence of Suicide’s 1-day CPD-accredited course is built for non-clinical professionals – the colleagues, managers, and frontline staff who are often the first to notice when something’s not right, to:
This is a safe, practical learning space – with real-world knowledge you can use the very next day.
This course is for anyone who wants to feel more confident, capable, and prepared to support someone experiencing suicidal thoughts – whether in the workplace, community, or everyday life. It’s particularly relevant for:
No prior mental health training is needed – just a willingness to learn, reflect, and take that first step forward toward creating safer, more responsible places.
This course provides a structured yet compassionate approach to suicide prevention. Participants will leave feeling empowered to offer support, initiate life-saving conversations, and contribute to a culture of awareness and prevention.
By the end of this course, participants will:
This course is designed for managers, HR professionals, frontline workers, and mental health champions who want to develop confidence in suicide prevention. It is particularly beneficial for organisations looking to integrate suicide awareness and intervention strategies into their workplace culture.
The first part of the course is a self-paced eLearning module, covering the foundational knowledge needed for suicide prevention. This includes:
After completing the eLearning module, participants will attend two interactive seminars that focus on practical application and intervention skills. These sessions include:
View our full range of suicide prevention courses that are available for businesses and other organisations throughout the United Kingdom.
