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Level 2 Certificate in Self Harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention TQUK – Online

This qualification is aimed at anyone seeking to improve their understanding and awareness of suicide and self-harm. The knowledge individuals will gain is not sector-specific but can be applied to a broad range of personal and professional situations.

Individuals who may find this self-harm training course useful to their professional life include: teachers, mental health workers, crisis helpline volunteers, support workers, individuals in a safeguarding role, parents or guardians, and others working with individuals who may be at increased risk of self-harm or suicide.

Please note: This qualification contains sensitive content that may be upsetting or potentially triggering, to some individuals, so please make sure you understand the implications of this before registering on this qualification.

All of our distance learning courses are completed online, so there is no need for any personal attendance in college, however you can always attend college if you feel you need this.

You will complete assessments by answering questions and submitting them to your tutor via the online learning platform.

You will be given full written feedback on your assessments within 5 working days.

Your tutor is available by email, or Mobile Phone during office hours if you need support with your studies.

To study the courses, you need to have a suitable device such as a laptop, a desktop computer, or a tablet such as an iPad. You also need access to the internet.

Please note: It is not possible to complete the courses on a mobile phone as they are not compatible with our learning platform.

On successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate from TQUK awarding body, confirming your achievement.

What You’ll Learn

Course Structure

To achieve this qualification, you need to achieve all 4 units.

  1. Introduction to suicide and self-harm awareness (H/618/1350)
  2. Recognising the signs of suicide and self-harm in individuals (M/618/1352)
  3. The principles of suicide and self-harm prevention (K/618/1351)
  4. Support for individuals when dealing with grief after suicide (T/618/1353)
How You're Assessed

Assessment Methods

Portfolio of Evidence

This qualification is internally assessed and internally quality assured by Centre staff and externally quality assured by NCFE External Quality Assurance Consultants (EQACs).

Career Destinations

Where This Course Takes You

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/year

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Midwifery Nurses

Up to £49,944
/year

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Health Care Practice Managers

Up to £71,271
/year

Healthcare practice managers plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the work and resources of medical, dental and other types of healthcare practice, including veterinary practices.

Health Associate Professionals

Up to £40,730
/year

Job holders in this unit group carry out a variety of technical health support functions.

Your progression pathway

Before this GCSEs or Level 1
This course Level 2 Level 2 Certificate in Self Harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention TQUK – Online
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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care

Student Voice

I felt there was a lot of support at College from tutors and other staff. The course is the reason why I got a place at university. It prepared me and helped with completing assignments and referencing which made it easier at university. My placements gave me a greater understanding of what a job in health and social care could be like. It was the best decision I made in terms of my career pathway.

Progression

Progression

Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:

  • Level 2 Award in Mental Health and Well-Being
  • Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
  • Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working in Mental Health
  • Level 3 Diploma in Mental Health Care
  • Level 3 Diploma in Counselling

Course Career Prospects

This course is ideal for someone looking to or is already working in a variety of sectors, like healthcare, or social care.

  • Social Worker (£23,500 to £45,000)
  • Mental Health Practitioner (£30,500 to £40,000)
  • Mental Health Technician (£37,500 to £44,000)
Costs

Course Fees

UK

Fully Funded.

For Careers Advisers

Quick Reference Guide

Level

Level 2

Duration

12 Weeks

Study Mode

Distance, Short

Ready to Start Your Journey?

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