A 3 hour training course, delivered by Chris Morgan.

An introduction to suicide, its prevalence, and some warning signs. How to help someone who is having suicidal thoughts, some do’s and don’ts, the importance of listening, opportunity for questions and discussion around this traditionally taboo subject.

Who should attend?

Anyone who works with vulnerable clients.  Anyone who is interested in learning more about this important but potentially difficult subject.

Contents:

• Introduction

• Some statistics about suicide

• Some myths and facts about suicide

• A 30 minute DVD with three personal stories

• Discussion of what helps, and what doesn’t help

• Listening skills

• Safety planning

• Practical Tips

• Questions and summary

About the trainer:

Chris Morgan worked for the South East Development Centre of the National Institute for Mental Health in England (NIMHE) from 2004 to 2009 as Programme Lead for Suicide Prevention.  The work involved networking across mental health services, primary care, local authorities and the voluntary sector, and encouraging best practice in mental health promotion and suicide prevention.

Chris is Training and Development Consultant with West Kent Mind.  He is a founder member of the National Training Team for Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) in England.  Chris teaches the two day ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) course.  He has personal experience of depression, and uses this in his training approach.