Self-Harm

£6.00

Course Description

The Self-Harm Online Training module provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge, skills, and strategies to recognise, assess, and respond to self-harm safely and effectively. The course explores the psychological, emotional, and social factors influencing self-harm, the relationship between self-harm and suicide, and evidence-based approaches to intervention, prevention, and ongoing support.

Course Summary

This 1-hour online training equips learners with the confidence to engage with individuals who self-harm while maintaining a compassionate, professional, and ethical approach. You will explore risk assessment, communication strategies, treatment pathways, and the importance of self-care as a healthcare professional. On completion, you will receive a certificate of completion and earn 1 CPD point. Learners have 6 months from the date of purchase to complete the course.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is suitable for:

Nurses and midwives

Mental health practitioners

Support workers and healthcare assistants

Allied health professionals working with vulnerable individuals

Safeguarding professionals and first responders

Anyone involved in supporting individuals at risk of self-harm

Course Contents

Introduction to Self-Harm

Definition and types of behaviours

Prevalence and demographics

Myths and misconceptions

Understanding the Reasons Behind Self-Harm

Psychological, emotional, and social factors

Associated mental health disorders (e.g., depression, borderline personality disorder)

Risk factors and warning signs

Impact on Individuals and Society

Physical and psychological consequences

Link between self-harm and suicide

Stigma and societal attitudes

Recognition and Assessment

Identifying signs of self-harm

Communication strategies with patients

Risk assessment and safety planning

Treatment and Support

Multidisciplinary approaches

Evidence-based interventions and therapies

Referral pathways and available resources

Self-Care for Healthcare Professionals

Managing the emotional impact of working with self-harm

Accessing support and supervision

Legal and Ethical Considerations

Duty of care and safeguarding

Documentation and record-keeping

Promoting Prevention and Awareness

Education and early intervention strategies

Case Studies and Interactive Scenarios

Applying knowledge through real-life examples

Resources and Further Support

Guidelines, publications, and helplines

Course Outcomes

By the end of this module, learners will be able to:

Define self-harm and understand its types and prevalence.

Recognise psychological, emotional, and social factors that contribute to self-harm.

Identify mental health disorders commonly linked with self-harm.

Understand the physical and psychological consequences of self-harm.

Explain the relationship between self-harm and suicide.

Recognise risk factors and warning signs.

Use effective communication strategies with individuals at risk.

Carry out comprehensive risk assessments and safety planning.

Apply multidisciplinary and evidence-based approaches to care.

Access resources and referral pathways for individuals at risk.

Understand the importance of self-care and professional support.

Apply legal, ethical, and safeguarding responsibilities.

Promote prevention and awareness through education and early intervention.

Challenge stigma and create supportive care environments.

Demonstrate applied knowledge through case-based learning.

Access ongoing resources for professional development.

Frameworks & Standards

This training is mapped to the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) CPD requirements and supports revalidation.

Contributes 1 CPD point towards the 35 hours (35 CPD points) required every three years.

Supports reflective and self-directed CPD, with opportunities to apply knowledge in practice.

Aligns with NHS safeguarding guidance, NICE recommendations, and national best practice standards.

£6.00

Self-Harm

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