Who We Work With
“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”
Fiona Aldred, Chief Executive of The National Centre for Suicide Prevention Education and Training (NCSPET)
- 1 in 20 people are having thoughts of suicide at any one time – this could be someone at work or in your social circle
- When someone takes their own life, the effect ripples out to 135 other people – causing anxiety, distress, guilt and even depression
- The impact of a worker taking their own life damages morale within an organisation and carries significant reputational risk
- For front line staff, coping with customers exhibiting suicide behaviour can severely undermine their ability to perform their duties
Why assurance is important:
- Quality Assurance: Rigorous evaluation by recognised bodies ensures the content is accurate, effective, and aligned with current best practices in suicide prevention
- Evidence-Based Content: Accredited education programmes are grounded in evidence-based research and validated methodologies
- Professional Credibility: An accredited course provides a certification that is recognised and respected across the public and private sector
- Increased Trust: Employers, clients, and colleagues are more likely to trust expertise when it comes from an accredited source
- Consistency and Reliability: Accreditation guarantees consistent, high-quality training.
Our Reviews
“I did my first suicide intervention last week. What I learned from the course was invaluable and gave me the knowledge and the confidence to successfully manage this difficult situation” – SFA Learner, 2024
Preventing suicide requires skill and an ability to remain objective. SFA education programmes equip Suicide First Aiders® with the tools to intervene when someone is having thoughts of suicide while also safeguarding their own mental health.
SFA educational material has been developed in partnership with leading educational and mental health centres.
All education programmes our conducted by qualified and experienced suicide prevention tutors. They are available to adults from all walks of life providing they are over the age of 18.
These education programmes are designed as a first intervention when someone is contemplating suicide. They are not a substitute for long term mental health support.
Over 20,000 Coursecheck reviews by SFA learners
See the range of open courses that can be booked at anytime, click below to find out more.
Upcoming Tutor Training courses:
12th – 15th May 2025
9th – 12th June 2025
7th – 10th July 2025
Contact info@ncspt.org.uk today for more info!
If you need support implementing suicide prevention policies within your organisation, then we can provide that. Organisations we have helped with suicide prevention policies include Nationwide, Unison, US Air Force and Lloyds Banking Group.
For more information, see our Consultancy page
Brand Ambassadors
JONNY BENJAMIN MBE
Jonny Benjamin MBE is a mental health campaigner, author, filmmaker, and founder of the charity, Beyond.
At the age of 20 he was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, a combination of schizophrenia and bipolar, and later began making films on YouTube about the condition that have been watched by over a million people.
Currently, he is undertaking mental health research, having completed various projects over the past few years with organisations including the Wellcome Trust, the McPin Foundation, and Exeter University.
NEIL LAYBOURNE
Neil is a renowned and highly sought after mental health and wellbeing spokesperson, having been invited to deliver talks and seminars to hundreds of well-known brands and organisations worldwide.
During his career, Neil has delivered over 250 keynote talks, spoken to over 200 global brands and companies and worked with over 25 different business sectors in a multitude of countries.
JOSH CONNOLLY
Josh connects with nearly half a million followers, delivering powerful insights and strategies. His workshops, ranging from local schools to some of the biggest brands in the world, empower individuals to connect deeply with their emotions and intuition. As an ambassador for Nacoa, Josh passionately supports those affected by parental alcohol issues, driving significant advancements in mental health awareness and support.
- Inner You: his flagship online 6 week programme – www.joshconnolly.co.uk/inner-you
- Breathing Space: his online community away from social media – www.joshconnolly.co.uk/breathing-space
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Royal Society for Public Health
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Blog / News
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