As part of our commitment to reducing suicide across Shropshire, we're proud to introduce the Suicide Prevention Training Matrix — a practical tool designed to support professionals, partners, and volunteers across the county to be suicide risk aware, and equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence appropriate to their role.
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Why suicide prevention training matters
The matrix brings together available training opportunities related to suicide prevention, suicide bereavement, and self-harm. By making training easier to find, understand, and promote, we aim to increase the number of individuals who are trained across our communities—helping to build a more informed, compassionate, and responsive Shropshire.
Whether you're a frontline worker, community volunteer, or strategic partner, this matrix is here to help you access the right training at the right time — because every role matters, and every life matters.
How to use this guide
- Identify Your tier - start by identifying which training tier best fits your role. The matrix is structured to reflect different levels of engagement — from community members to specialist professionals — so you can find training that’s relevant to your responsibilities.
- Find the right training - Browse the matrix to locate training opportunities that match your tier and what type of audience you fit into. Each listing includes hyperlink to the training provider’s webpage.
- Enrol in training - Once you’ve found the right training, follow the provided links or contact details to enrol. Some sessions may be free, while others may require booking through your organisation or training provider.
- Become an Orange Button holder - after completing your training, consider applying to become an Orange Button holder — a visible sign that you’re someone who is trained and open to talking about suicide. It’s a powerful way to show support and help others feel safe to reach out.
