CPD Suicide Prevention in Adults: A Psychosocial Approach | Level 7 (Postgraduate)
Course overview
Course aim The aims of the programme are to develop an understanding of psychosocial suicide prevention approaches and to apply psychosocial suicide prevention approaches in practice. Course content After completing the module the student should be able to: Critically explore and evaluate psychosocial suicide prevention models and their influence on practice. Critically analyse the suicide risk factors related to psychosocial suicide prevention models as they may apply to the individual.
Critically examine the wider context of psychosocial suicide prevention Critically evaluate the application of psychosocial suicide prevention dissemination in the workplace Course contact will include: Evidence base for psychosocial suicide prevention Legal ethical professional aspects of psychosocial suicide prevention Philosophy of risk management Understanding of the influence of risk factors Risk formulation Safety planning Effective person centred care: collaboration/engagement, care, compassion and hope
Teaching and learning
The course is delivered over one semester, with a total of 200 hours of learning, 20 of these hours will be in the classroom. The course is offered once per year. You will attend one day per week, usually Thursday afternoons.
You will be required to undertake online activity in between sessions.
Entry requirements
Undergraduate degree Applicants should hold a BA/BSc (Hons) degree in a relevant subject at a 2:2 level or higher. We also welcome applications from those who can demonstrate appropriate professional registration and/or experience in a relevant clinical specialty. How to apply To apply for this programme, you are required to complete an LJMU CPD application form.
You will need to provide details of your qualifications and current employment.
Assessment
You will assessed via a 15 minute presentation and a 3000 word written assessment. CPD award This course is stand-alone and is not within a wider award framework.
Key highlights
- Critically evaluates psychosocial suicide prevention models and their influence on practice
- Covers risk formulation, safety planning and the philosophy of risk management
- Explores legal, ethical and professional aspects of suicide prevention
- Focuses on person-centred care built on collaboration, compassion and hope
- Weekly classroom sessions combined with online activity between sessions
- Assessed through a 15-minute presentation and 3000-word written assignment
Scholarships
2-year Masters Scholarships
This would equal £7,000 total discount across the 2 years.
Chevening Scholarships
Early Bird Tuition Fee Discount
We are excited to offer a £500 Early Payment Discount to all self-funded international students.
Up to £500Early Bird Tuition Fee Discount Business, Law and Public Health Students
Eligible students for these courses could now receive a £1,500 Early Bird Discount from their tuition fees – an increase of £1,000 from the standard amount.
Postgraduate International Achievement Scholarship
Applicants a £3,500 tuition fee discount towards the first year of their studies.
Up to £3,500Sport Scholarship Scheme
Our Sport Scholarship scheme is one of the leading initiatives the UK and helps talented students fulfil both their sporting and their academic potential. You’ll receive cash bursaries.
Undergraduate International Achievement Scholarship
£3,000 tuition fee discount towards each year of their studies.
Up to £3,000
Careers this course leads to
- Mental Health Nurse
- Registered Nurse
- Mental Health Practitioner
- Crisis Support Worker
- Social Worker
- Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Liverpool John Moores University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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