Description

Welcome to the eLearning module COPSETI Module 2: Initial assessment and clinical care of people who may be suicidal.

The Clinical care of People who may be Suicidal: Education and Training Initiative (COPSETI) supports the Clinical care of people who may be suicidal PD 2016_007 policy implementation across NSW Health. This is the second online module in a series of three.

This module contains information that may be emotionally confronting for some people. If you find it raises any concerns please speak to your manager, the Employee Assistance Program or: Lifeline - 131114, Suicide Call Back Service - 1300659467 or Beyond Blue - 1300224636.

A certificate is issued on completion.

Objectives

By the end of this module, you should be able to:

• recognise the impact of the Clinical Care of People Who May Be Suicidal Policy Directive (PD2016_007) on operational processes and clinical practice in your local setting
• draw upon relevant policies to inform and direct clinical practice, relating to the initial care of people who may be suicidal
• reflect on the key principles of initial assessment and management, including support available to ensure continuity of care when a person is transferred or discharged.

Audience

This module is is designed for Health professionals employed as mental health clinicians by NSW Public Mental Health Services and may qualify for up to 0.4 hrs of Continuous Professional Development.