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SFA Suicide First Aid

Suicide First Aid® (SFA) Tutors:

Suicide First Aid® (SFA) Tutors:
We use only the most experienced and qualified suicide prevention Tutors to
deliver this unique learning experience. Unlike other suicide prevention training, all SFA Tutors are qualified to deliver our education programmes through attending the Associate Tutor Training Development Programme assured by City and Guilds. This commences with a robust application process, tested learning and assessments, as we require all our programmes to be delivered with excellence.

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SFA Lite: Suicide First Aid - Understanding Suicide Intervention

Overview

Suicide First Aid Lite (SFA Lite) is our half-day suicide prevention training programme. This course can be delivered in person or online and has an upper limit of 20 Learners. 

Course Content:

Part 1

  • Introduction and programme outline
  • Working with attitudes & values
  • Stigma, survivors of bereavement by
    suicide and the Hidden Toll®
  • Suicide – The Ripple Effect®
  • Suicide thoughts and suicide behaviour
  • Intention of behaviour versus Outcome of behaviour®
  • Possible causes of suicide thoughts
  • ‘I’m really glad you told me’® – audio
    visual

Part 2

  • Suicide Safety Guide – 3 Step Model
  • Step 1 – Recognise and asking about suicide
  • Step 2 – Understanding and exploring options overview
  • Step 3 – Helping you cope overview
  • Focus on self-care

SFA: Suicide First Aid - Understanding Suicide Intervention

Overview:
Suicide First Aid:  Understanding Suicide Intervention (SFA:USI) is our full day suicide prevention training programme. This course is accredited by City & Guilds and can be delivered in person or online and has an upper limit of 16 Learners.

Course Content: Part 1 – 9:30 to 11:00

  • Introduction & programme outline
  • Working with attitudes & values
  • Stigma, survivors of bereavement by suicide and the Hidden Toll®
  • Suicide – The Ripple Effect®
  • Suicide thoughts and suicide behaviour
  • Intention of behaviour Versus Outcome of behaviour®
  • Possible causes of thoughts of suicide.

Part 2 – 11:15 to 12:45

  • Population-based approach to
    suicide prevention
  • Suicide Prevention – Intervention – Postvention
  • Partnership working – First Aid Approach
  • “I’m really glad you told me”® – Audio visual

Part 3 – 13:30 to 14:45

  • Meeting the needs of a person who is thinking about suicide
  • Suicide-Safety Guide – 3 Step Model
  • Step 1 – Recognise and asking about suicide
    Step 2 – Understanding and exploring options

Part 4 – 15:00 to 16:30

  • Step 3 – Helping you cope
  • Suicide-safety and self-care
  • Future learning

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Why choose SFA?

Evidence Base:

Two independent evaluations over 2016 and 2017 by Dr Paul Rogers, demonstrated a significant statistical change in 14 of 19 clinical measures. Within the evaluation Dr Rogers specifically described Suicide First Aid® as a ‘gold standard in suicide prevention training’.

Methods of delivery:

All SFA programmes can be delivered either face to face or virtually using a trauma informed approach. Tutor facilitated delivery uses interactive and Socratic learning, Tutor led practise sessions, story telling, mini lectures, group work with audio-visual presentations. Resulting in an emotionally engaging learning experience.

Pre-training Requirements:

No previous experience or training is necessary. Learners will be asked to self reflect and empathise with a person having thoughts of suicide. There is no expectation for Learners to share personal experiences. Learners may be asked to complete a pre-course survey to further inform the programme content and
delivery.

Who should attend SFA?

SFA is suitable for everyone. It is a multi adaptational programme using a population based approach to Suicide prevention. This means SFA is an ideal training solution for all. To date we have trained within criminal justice, health including nurses, doctors and paramedics, housing, social care, schools, colleges, universities, public, private and voluntary sectors and with community groups.

Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH):

After completing this course, Learners are provided with the option to register for a RSPH Level 4 Award in Suicide First Aid ® written assignment. This assignment expects learners to use both the knowledge they have gained from their SFA course, and independent study.
RSPH Assessment Price: £95 per Learner