Overview
Content warning:
Information covered in LIVINGWORKS Start relates to the topic of suicide and may be sensitive for some users.
LIVINGWORKS Start is a 90-minute interactive self-paced eLearning activity that aims to prepare individuals to recognise when someone is having suicidal thoughts, have the confidence to ask directly about suicide, and connect those affected to further help and resources such as a LIVINGWORKS Asist trainee or a community/mental health provider.
The primary aim of the activity is to discuss suicide open and honestly, and improve participant skills, knowledge, and confidence to intervene.
The activity features simulations designed to help support learning and practice skills, where participants will explore key teachings, hear from others who have had experience with suicide, and practice new helping skills through text messaging and video
simulations. It will increase awareness of the many ways in which suicide can impact individuals.
A 4-step model is used to help you learn how to identify and respond to signs that someone may be thinking about suicide. You will learn to:
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read the signs of suicide,
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begin a direct and open conversation about suicide, and
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facilitate a connection to further help.
Once trained in LIVINGWORKS Start, you will play a vital role in ensuring that people who are thinking about suicide feel less alone and access the help they need to keep safe and find hope, and you will have ongoing access to refresher activities and practice.
Support
Safety for learners is our priority, even online. Crisis resources are always available, and a virtual “Hope Coach” provides encouragement and opportunities for deeper learning and reflection.
Level of Learning
Foundational. This activity is targeted to those new to the topic.
Target audience
Psychologists, Psychology students, General Practitioners, Allied Health Professionals, Human Resource Professionals, Educators, Researchers, Counsellors, and Academics.
LivingWorks Start strives to help begin conversations about suicide and make connections to safety in relationships with family, friends, and co-workers. After completing the training, participants form a vital part of a Network of Safety within their organisation or community.
Duration of access
Ongoing access to refreshers and practice after the training is provided.
APS CPD-Approved
This activity has been assessed against the APS Standards for CPD activities and approved for its education quality. Learn more about the APS CPD Approval process.
Free training opportunities
To explore funded training opportunities, visit LIVINGWORKS Start for more details .