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The public health team in Gloucestershire County Council organises additional and bespoke training courses in mental health awareness, suicide awareness/prevention, postvention and other areas.  

These free courses are available to those working/volunteering in public and VCS sector and community groups, who come across members of the public.

Funded training opportunities

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Please find details below of the training courses currently available.

Only attendees who have reserved a place will be able to attend (click on the arrows against each course for information on how to book a place). Anyone who turns up without a confirmed place may be turned away.

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You will be asked to provide your name, email address, and the organisation you work for. Your information will be shared with Gloucestershire County Council and our training provider to deliver the course to you. Your personal data will be retained for 6 years to support course evaluation. By registering for this course, you agree to consent for your personal information to be processed by Gloucestershire County Council. For further information, including your rights under the Data Protection Act 2018, please visit our Privacy notice page: https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/data-protection/service-specific-privacy-notices/

 

If you need more information, please contact us at publicmentalhealthtraining@gloucestershire.gov.uk 

PABBS (Postvention Assisting Those Bereaved by Suicide) is a one-day, face-to-face training course designed to help professionals respond confidently and compassionately to people affected by suicide bereavement. Delivered by two specialist trainers with lived experience and expertise in suicide prevention, the course provides practical guidance, evidence-informed learning, and space for reflection and discussion.

Course Objectives

  • Understand why supporting people bereaved by suicide is an important part of suicide prevention.
  • Build knowledge, confidence, and practical skills to support people bereaved by suicide. 
  • Develop a framework and service response plan for immediate and ongoing support.
  • Recognise the importance of helping bereaved people stay connected with health professionals and services.
  • Reflect on your own emotional wellbeing and identify strategies for self-care and support.

Date:             Thursday 2nd July 2026

Time:             8:45am to 4:30pm

Venue:           Museum of Gloucester  (Wheatstone Hall) Brunswick Road, Gloucester, GL1 1HP

 

Delivery:       This is an in-person training course

 

Parking:        Parking is available at Hampden Way Car Park, and further information about parking charges can be found at Hampden Way | Gloucester City Council

For more information:

PABBS | Postvention Support Training | Suicide Bereavement

How to book

To book a place please click here PABBS - Registration Form 02/07/2026 – Prefilled form

Please note: Tea and coffee will be provided on arrival, but lunch is not included. There is a café on site and other nearby places to eat, or you may wish to bring a packed lunch.

PABBS (Postvention Assisting Those Bereaved by Suicide) is a one-day, face-to-face training course designed to help professionals respond confidently and compassionately to people affected by suicide bereavement. Delivered by two specialist trainers with lived experience and expertise in suicide prevention, the course provides practical guidance, evidence-informed learning, and space for reflection and discussion.

Course Objectives

  • Understand why supporting people bereaved by suicide is an important part of suicide prevention.
  • Build knowledge, confidence, and practical skills to support people bereaved by suicide. 
  • Develop a framework and service response plan for immediate and ongoing support.
  • Recognise the importance of helping bereaved people stay connected with health professionals and services.
  • Reflect on your own emotional wellbeing and identify strategies for self-care and support.

Date:             Thursday 2nd July 2026

Time:             8:45am to 4:30pm

Venue:           Museum of Gloucester  (Wheatstone Hall) Brunswick Road, Gloucester, GL1 1HP

 

Delivery:       This is an in-person training course

 

Parking:        Parking is available at Hampden Way Car Park, and further information about parking charges can be found at Hampden Way | Gloucester City Council

For more information:

PABBS | Postvention Support Training | Suicide Bereavement

How to book

To book a place please click here PABBS - Registration Form 02/07/2026 – Prefilled form

Please note: Tea and coffee will be provided on arrival, but lunch is not included. There is a café on site and other nearby places to eat, or you may wish to bring a packed lunch.