Online eLearning Course
You can be a lifeline.
Welcome to Suicide Preparedness.
Learn how to respond with care, confidence, and skill. Become a vital part of a safer, more supportive workplace.
Every day, someone in your workplace faces thoughts of suicide.
And every day, caring people like you have the power to help keep them safe.
About the course
Suicide Preparedness gives you the confidence to respond when it matters most.
You do not need to be a counsellor or mental health professional. You just need to be someone willing to care, listen, and take action.
This course equips you to confidently navigate conversations with individuals considering suicide. You will learn to recognise warning signs, ask the right questions, and provide effective support. Your role is crucial, and so is caring for yourself along the way.
When you complete Suicide Preparedness, you become a vital part of a network of safety. People everywhere are using these skills to help save lives and bring hope.
Why it matters
Suicide can touch anyone.
Many of us are not sure what to say or do when someone might be at risk. That is why WorkPlace Interventions created Suicide Preparedness. It empowers ordinary people to provide life-saving help in extraordinary moments.
This is not just training. It is workplace-wide readiness.
What you'll learn
Skills that could save a life
Approach with empathy
Show up with calm, compassion, and confidence in critical moments.
Ask the hard questions
Use safe, direct language proven to open supportive conversations.
Support effectively
Know what to do, and what not to do, when someone is at risk.
Protect your wellbeing
Practical self-care to sustain you during and after difficult moments.
Inside the course
A clear, guided path
Introduction
Suicide Preparedness Overview
Orientation, learning outcomes, and how to navigate the modules.
Section 1
Suicide Preparedness
Recognise warning signs, ask the right questions, and provide effective support.
Section 2
Wellbeing After Suicide Intervention
Self-care, debriefing, and sustaining wellbeing after difficult conversations.
Assessment
Quiz
Consolidate and check your understanding of the key skills.
Resources
Support Tools & Reading
A curated list of services and tools for you and those you support.
Who it's for
Built for people who show up for others
Whether you lead a team, work with the public, or want to support the people around you, this course gives you a practical foundation you can rely on.
- Managers, team leaders, and HR
- Frontline and customer-facing staff
- Educators, coaches, and health workers
- Friends, family, and community members
Why online
Training that fits your workplace
Keep staff on the floor
No need to pull teams away from their roles. Staff train when it suits their roster.
No travel required
Remove the cost and fatigue of travel. Teams learn from the office, home, or anywhere.
Self-paced and efficient
Complete the course in about an hour. Progress auto-saves so people can pause and resume.
Learner stories
Trusted by thousands of learners
"Practical, human, and hugely reassuring. I finally feel prepared to have the conversation."
Priya M.
Team Lead
"The self-care section alone is worth it. Excellent training for anyone in a people role."
James O.
HR Partner
"Clear language, real scenarios, no jargon. I'd recommend it to every manager."
Sarah K.
Operations Manager
Important content warning
This program covers challenging topics that may evoke sadness or distress, especially for those who have experienced abuse, violence, or trauma. If you need support at any point, please use the resources tab for a list of available assistance. You are not alone on this journey.
Questions
Good to know
How long does the course take?
About 1 hour. It is self-paced and progress is auto-saved, so you can dip in and out.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. You will receive a Certificate of Completion once you finish the quiz.
Is there team or bulk pricing?
Yes. Contact us for group licences and organisation-wide rollouts.
What if it is not right for me?
We offer a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. Email us for a full refund.
Enrol today and be ready when it matters
Join thousands of learners preparing to make a life-changing difference. Instant access, self-paced, certificate on completion.
Full course access
- All lessons + quiz + resources
- Certificate of Completion
- Lifetime access, self-paced
- Bulk & team pricing available
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