Useful Information
Mode of Study: Online Learning
Level: 2
Duration: 12 weeks
Awarding/validation body: TQUK
Funding Information:
Please note that this course is only available for funding to individuals residing outside the Greater London area. Typically, eligible learners will have postcodes that fall outside this catchment area. For more information, please refer to the GLA postcode map. https://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/gla_postcode_map_a3_map1.pdf. If you are uncertain about your residency status, please contact our Admissions Department at 020 8760 5934 or via email at admissions@croydon.ac.uk.
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Course Overview
The suicide rate for men in England and Wales has reached its highest level in two decades, accompanied by an alarming rise in self-harm reported in England. This underscores the urgent need for increased awareness and support around these critical issues.
This qualification is designed to explore all aspects related to these sensitive topics. Learners will discover how to recognize the signs of self-harm and suicidal thoughts, as well as effective ways to approach individuals who may be experiencing these challenges. The course will cover strategies for managing and minimizing self-harm risk, and it will also provide guidance on how to support individuals dealing with grief after a suicide.
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Course Highlights
This Course is Divided into Four Manageable Units:
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Unit 1: Introduction to Suicide and Self-Harm Awareness
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- Unit 2: Recognizing the Signs of Suicide and Self-Harm in Individuals,
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Unit 3: Principles of Suicide and Self-Harm Prevention,
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Unit 4: Supporting Individuals Dealing with Grief After Suicide
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Career Opportunities & Further Study
This qualification is designed for anyone looking to enhance their understanding and awareness of suicide and self-harm. The knowledge gained is not limited to a specific sector and can be applied to a wide range of personal and professional situations.
Professionals who may find this course beneficial include teachers, mental health workers, crisis helpline volunteers, support workers, individuals in safeguarding roles, parents or guardians, and others working with individuals at increased risk of self-harm or suicide.
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Assessment
You will be assessed throughout the course through a series of built-in assessment questions. Your answers are automatically saved, allowing you to revise and edit them at any time before submission. After submitting your responses, your tutor will mark them and provide feedback on each question.
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Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this course; however, learners should possess at least a Level 1 qualification in literacy or an equivalent credential. Our Level 1 and 2 distance learning courses are available free of charge for those eligible for government funding, provided you meet the following criteria:
- Age Requirement: Must be 19 years or older.
- Age 19-23: You must hold a full Level 2 qualification or higher, such as five GCSEs or O Levels at grades A-C (or 9-4), two or three AS Levels, one A Level, NVQ Level 2, First Certificate, or Principles of Learning Level 2.
- Age 24 and Over: No qualifications are required. - Enrolment Status: You must not be enrolled in any other distance learning course with us,
- Residency Requirement: You must have been living in the UK for the last three years.
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