Suicide Prevention Training – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the course objectives?
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Define suicide prevention and explain the importance of early identification and intervention.

• Identify common warning signs, risk factors, and protective factors associated with suicide.

• Recognize behavioral, emotional, and verbal indicators of suicidal thoughts or distress.

• Describe effective communication techniques for supporting individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts.

• Identify appropriate steps for assessing immediate safety concerns and responding to individuals at risk of suicide within their professional role.

• Explain the importance of compassionate, nonjudgmental, and culturally sensitive approaches to suicide prevention.

• Identify appropriate referral resources, crisis intervention services, and emergency response procedures.

• Describe the responsibilities of healthcare professionals in suicide prevention, including documentation, confidentiality, and reporting requirements. .

Who should take this course?
This course is designed for healthcare professionals, caregivers, behavioral health technicians, nursing assistants, medication technicians, mental health support staff, and anyone interested in recognizing suicide warning signs and supporting individuals who may be at risk.

How long do I have to complete the course?
Students have 90 days from the date of registration to complete this online, self-paced training.

Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. Upon successfully completing the online Suicide Prevention Training course and meeting all course requirements, students will receive a digital certificate of completion.

How many continuing education hours will I receive?
This course provides 6 continuing education (CE) hours for eligible healthcare professionals, subject to applicable licensing board requirements.

Students should retain their certificates and continuing education documentation for at least four (4) years or as required by their licensing boards.

Is this course approved for continuing education?
Beacon Hill Career Training offers continuing education training for healthcare professionals.

Provider Information:
CE Broker Provider #5017090
Florida Certification Board Provider #5317-A
NHA, PTCB, NCCB, and AMCA

Acceptance of continuing education credits varies by profession, certification organization, and state licensing board. Students should verify that the Suicide Prevention Training course meets their specific licensing or renewal requirements before enrolling.

How can I contact Beacon Hill Career Training?
Beacon Hill Career Training
Phone: 954-719-6767
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM (Eastern Time)

Our team is available to assist with registration, course access, training requirements, and certificate inquiries.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 for free, confidential support available 24/7. For immediate danger or a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.