- Suicide Awareness
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The Suicide Safe University Commitment aims to minimise the risk and wide-reaching impact of suicide within the University community through prevention and awareness, Intervention and Postvention. Take the first step today by developing your awareness around the topic of suicide and how we all have a part to play in prevention.
CW: These courses will discuss the topics of suicide, death, mental health. Please keep yourself safe and seek support should you need to.
Face to face opportunities
Introduction to Suicide Prevention (External delivery from SAMH): 2 hours
This session is provided by tutors from SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health) open to all staff of all levels. Please note this course is a brief introduction to suicide prevention, and not designed for crisis support. If you have any questions, please email wellbeing@abdn.ac.uk
- If you would like to note your interest in attending this course please complete this form.
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Online e-learning modules
Zero Suicide Alliance - free online courses
Suicide Awareness Course (ZSA) Online Course around the topic of suicide prevention. Through the training you’ll gain basic suicide awareness and insights to better understand suicidal behaviours. At the end of the course, you’ll get a training certificate to download. The training aims to equip you with the skills and confidence you need to have a potentially life-saving conversation. Duration: 30 - 40 mins
Autism & Suicide Awareness (ZSA) Online Course - Understand more about some of the challenges autistic people may face and how these can contribute to suicidal thoughts. Be coached through four bespoke scenarios to share how you can support someone. Know more about available support and resources. Receive a certificate on completion. Duration: 45 - 60 mins