Bild Certified PMVA Training
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Self-Harm
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.
