Healthcare clinicians are exposed to risks that can have severe consequences for themselves, the consumer and for others. This online micro-credential introduces the concept of assessing and managing risk in a mental health context.

This is a non-creditable micro-credential which is awarded a digital badge and Certificate of Completion which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.

Career Opportunities

Undertaking this micro-credential enables students to meet their Continuing Professional Development obligations and industry update requirements in their profession. Upon successful completion of the micro-credential, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a non-creditable micro-credential (Digital Badge) and a Certificate of Completion.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Define risk and risk behaviour
2. Recognise higher risk groups in terms of potential for self-harm
3. Identify myths associated with suicide and self-harm
4. Outline a risk prevention approach to care.

Assessment

Online Quiz

Award

Digital Badge via Credly

Students can also download a Certificate of Completion, share to social media or add to a professional portfolio.