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“Most people thinking about suicide don’t want to die, they want the pain to stop, recognising the signs that someone is thinking about suicide is critical as is the ability to listen and to support that person away from wanting to take their own life” Programme Overview: This 1 day in-person programme provides Learners with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively intervene in situations where someone may be contemplating suicide. Designed for individuals across various professions and community roles, this programme equips you with the tools to recognise the signs of suicide, initiate life-saving conversations, and connect at-risk individuals with appropriate resources. Whether you're a healthcare professional, educator, HR personnel, or concerned community member, this programme empowers you to make a real difference. Key Learning Outcomes: Understanding Suicide and Its Causes: Gain insights into the complex factors that can lead to thoughts of suicide and suicide behaviours, including mental health issues, emotional distress, and societal pressures. Recognising Signs: Learn how to identify the verbal, behavioural, and situational indicators that someone may be thinking of suicide. Effective Communication Techniques: Develop skills to engage in sensitive and supportive conversations, helping to de-escalate crises and offer hope to those in need. Immediate Intervention Strategies: Acquire practical tools and approaches for providing immediate support, including how to refer individuals to mental health professionals and other resources. Ethical Considerations: Understand the ethical responsibilities involved in suicide prevention, including confidentiality, consent, and the importance of self-care. Programme Format and Duration: This is a concise, focused programme delivered in person and lasting 1 day. The programme includes a mix of interactive presentations, real-life case studies, and role-playing exercises to ensure Learners leave with practical, actionable skills. Who Should Attend: Anyone in a position to support individuals with thoughts of suicide, including healthcare providers, educators, HR managers, community leaders, and social workers. No prior experience in mental health or suicide prevention is required. Certification: Upon completion, Learners can gain the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) Level 4 Award in Suicide First Aid®. This is a written assignment and upon completion Learners will receive an official qualification certificate from RSPH. Why This Programme Matters: By equipping yourself with the skills taught in this programme, you become a crucial part of the effort to reduce suicide rates and save lives. Every intervention can make a difference. We are incredibly grateful for the sponsorship of Jane Cattermole, from Mainly Mental Health which has allowed us to offer this training at a heavily subsidised rate.
Certified Internet of Things Practitioner
By Mpi Learning - Professional Learning And Development Provider
In this course, students will learn general strategies for planning, designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining an IoT system through various case studies and by assembling and configuring an IoT device to work in a sensor network.
Description Our Ear Care training course is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills required to safely assess the need for and perform ear irrigation using specialised ear irrigation devices. PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT COVER MICROSUCTION ON THIS COURSE. This training covers how to perform this procedure in a variety of settings, including general practice, community care, emergency, residential care and pharmacy. It is healthcare professionals already working in a healthcare setting with appropriate supervision and support - including both those with no prior knowledge of aural care or those who need an update in their skills and knowledge base. Delegates will leave our Ear Care course with a competency-based assessment document, which will enable them to undertake a period of supervised mentoring and practice. A practical demonstration of how to use the propulse machine is included in this training however please note that we do not practice on “live subjects”. Includes All course materials and certificate of attendance Accreditation 6 CPD points awarded on completion. Accredited by Aim Qualifications (*Certificate £30) and CPD Standards (*Certificate free) Please note: this course is for health care professionals and nurses only. Annie Barr AB Health Group Organiser Description Annie Barr is a leading provider of high-quality, accredited healthcare training. With a selection of engaging healthcare training that has been developed by experts to equip you and your workforce with the skills, knowledge and competence needed to provide compassionate and high-quality care.
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to foodborne viruses, focusing on their properties, transmission, and impact on food safety. Designed for professionals at all levels, it covers detection methods, contamination risks, and prevention strategies to help businesses mitigate viral threats in food supply chains. Delivered by an industry expert, the course includes an interactive Q&A session for deeper insights. No prior knowledge is required.
Course Introduction Our Venepuncture and Phlebotomy training equips delegates with the skills and knowledge needed to take blood safely. Please note: this course is for health care professionals and nurses only. About this event Applicable to Nurses, Health Care Assistants and Phlebotomists in primary care, the community, hospitals or nursing homes, this course is interactive and involves a demonstration session on performing blood tests. Our venepuncture training will give delegates the theoretical and practical awareness to undertake a competence assessment framework in the workplace that will deem them competent to take blood safely and appropriately. Each delegate will receive a competence-based framework to allow them to do this. Course Aims Identify and describe equipment used for routine venepuncture Be able to assess and select suitable sites used for venepuncture as well as locations to avoid Describe and utilize the required steps to perform routine venepuncture Describe actions that ensure safety during performance of a venepuncture Identify suitable vein selection and identify factors influencing this Understand relevant professional and legal issues Be able to identify potential complications Understand anatomy and physiology and correct vein selection Be familiar with equipment and exercise choice in using most appropriate equipment Practice safely in terms of infection control and waste management Become skilled and competent at phlebotomy To recognise any complications arising and be able to take the appropriate action Course Content Background and importance of training and competence Supervision and practice Scope and responsibilities Accountability Professional and legal issues Consent and capacity What is phlebotomy? Tools of the trade-equipment Needles and patient safety Blood collection systems and devices Syringes and when to use them Blood collection tubes Labelling Anatomy and physiology Vein Selection: - Identification of Veins - Arm Veins - Hand Veins Vein assessment Unacceptable sites for venous collection Venepuncture procedure Attempts Order of Fill Specimen collection procedures Specimen handling post-phlebotomy Personal protective equipment Needle stick injuries Legislation-EU Directives Disposal Needle phobias Dealing with anxiety/fainting etc. Practical session Potential Complications (including infection control) Practical Application - techniques and troubleshooting Case scenarios Troubleshooting Audit Who should attend / would be applicable? Nurses HCAs Those interested in careers as Phlebotomists AB Health Group awards CPD points / certificate of attendance for each course. If you would prefer an accredited certificate by our accrediting body Aim Qualifications we can organise this. The charge for the certificate including postage is £30.00+VAT Annie Barr AB Health Group Organiser Description Annie Barr is a leading provider of high quality, accredited healthcare training. With a selection of engaging healthcare training that has been developed by experts to equip you and your workforce with the skills, knowledge and competence needed to provide compassionate and high quality care.
