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This course gives you easy access to knowledge and tools that will allow you to prioritize and strengthen mental health in a work environment. Whether you work from home, or an office, you'll understand the importance of cognitive vitality for delivering high-quality work. We will explore the foundations of mental health, learn to recognize signs of distress and develop effective communication and support strategies. Together, we will cultivate a workplace culture where employees feel safe, valued, and supported in their mental health journey. By the end of this course, you will possess the knowledge and tools to create a positive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
In today's fast-paced, dynamic work environments, prioritizing mental health is more crucial than ever. This comprehensive course empowers you to champion mental well-being within your workplace. We will explore the foundations of mental health, learn to recognize signs of distress, and develop effective communication and support strategies. Together, we will cultivate a workplace culture where employees feel safe, valued, and supported in their mental health journey. By the end of this course, you will possess the knowledge and tools to create a positive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
What's included
1 reading
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1 reading•Total 10 minutes
Territorial Acknowledgement and Commitment to Conciliation•10 minutes
Cognitive Wellness and Resilience
Module 2•3 hours to complete
Module details
This module comprehensively explores mental health within the workplace, focusing on understanding and promoting cognitive wellness and resilience. You will learn the definition of these concepts and recognize their importance, particularly in fostering psychological safety, transparency, and stigma-free communication at work. Through interactive lessons, you will gain practical strategies for building trust, cultivating inclusivity, and developing a mental wellness framework tailored to employee needs. By the end of the module, you will emerge equipped with the knowledge and skills to create a supportive, mentally healthy work environment conducive to employee well-being and organizational success.
What's included
7 videos14 readings3 assignments
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7 videos•Total 30 minutes
Mental Wellness Foundation Introduction•2 minutes
8 Tips to Build Psychological Safety•7 minutes
Inclusive Horizons Introduction•1 minute
How to End Mental Health Stigma in Virtual Work Environments•6 minutes
How to Foster a More Diverse and Inclusive Virtual Workplace •7 minutes
Mental Wellness Map Introduction•1 minute
Strategies for Cognitive Wellness in the Workplace •5 minutes
14 readings•Total 140 minutes
Psychological Safety: What It Is and Why It Matters •10 minutes
The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety•10 minutes
The Power of Vulnerability•10 minutes
How to Create A Culture of Psychological Safety•10 minutes
How Leaders can Increase Psychological Safety•10 minutes
Reflection Activity•10 minutes
How to Create a Stigma-Free Work Environment in the Virtual World •10 minutes
The Unbreakable Link Between Inclusion, Diversity and Mental Health•10 minutes
Reflection Activity•10 minutes
Employee Mental Wellbeing: Six Key Pillars for a Healthy Workplace •10 minutes
How to Make Stress Your Friend•10 minutes
The Power of Flexible Work Arrangements•10 minutes
Managing Your Mental Health While Working Remotely•10 minutes
Reflection Activity•10 minutes
3 assignments•Total 30 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 1.3•10 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 1.1 •10 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 1.2•10 minutes
Mindful Awareness
Module 3•2 hours to complete
Module details
This module will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of mental distress indicators, empowering you to not only recognize such signs within yourselves but also effectively identify them in others. Emphasizing the significance of proactive help-seeking, we will delve into strategies for creating a supportive atmosphere conducive to discussing mental health concerns openly. Through interactive videos and readings, you will cultivate the skills to initiate conversations about mental well-being and provide meaningful support to those in need within your communities.
What's included
4 videos10 readings2 assignments
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4 videos•Total 14 minutes
Distress Detector Introduction•0 minutes
How to Spot the Signs of Mental Distress•8 minutes
How to Encourage Help-seeking Behaviour in Others•5 minutes
10 readings•Total 105 minutes
Mental Health: Overcoming the Stigma of Mental Illness•10 minutes
What Causes Mental Distress•10 minutes
The Science of Stress•10 minutes
5 Steps to Mental Wellbeing•10 minutes
How to Stay Calm When You Know You'll be Stressed•10 minutes
Reflection Activity•10 minutes
Seeking Help for Your Mental Health is Brave, and Beneficial•10 minutes
Breaking Down Barriers to Seeking Help for Mental Health Problems •15 minutes
How to Ask for Help - and Get a Yes•10 minutes
Reflection Activity•10 minutes
2 assignments•Total 20 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 2.2•10 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 2.1•10 minutes
Mindful Conversations: Art of Mental Dialogue
Module 4•3 hours to complete
Module details
This module focuses on developing your abilities to communicate effectively about mental health, assess support resources, and implement accommodation strategies. Throughout the module, you will engage in discussions and activities to enhance your communication skills, understanding of available resources, and approach to supporting individuals with mental health challenges in the workplace. By the end of the module, you will be equipped with the tools and knowledge necessary to engage in compassionate conversations, utilize support resources efficiently, and implement accommodations to create a supportive and inclusive environment for mental health.
What's included
6 videos13 readings3 assignments
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6 videos•Total 20 minutes
Compassion in Conversation Introduction•1 minute
How to Have Effective Conversations•8 minutes
Resource Efficiency: Providing Mental Health Support Introduction•1 minute
Peer Support for Mental Health at Work•4 minutes
Understanding Accommodation Introduction•1 minute
Accommodating Mental Health Conditions in the Workplace•5 minutes
13 readings•Total 125 minutes
Nurturing Mental Health Conversations in Remote Work Settings•10 minutes
The Power of Empathy•5 minutes
Active listening: The key to Effective Communication•10 minutes
How to Talk About Mental Health at Work•10 minutes
5 Ways to Listen Better•10 minutes
Lesson Reflection•10 minutes
The Role of Employee Assistance Plans•10 minutes
Mental First Aid in the Workplace•10 minutes
Reflection Activity•10 minutes
When Employees Disclose a Mental Health Condition•10 minutes
How to Create a Mental Health-Friendly Workplace•10 minutes
Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace•10 minutes
Lesson Reflection•10 minutes
3 assignments•Total 30 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 3.3•10 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 3.1•10 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 3.2•10 minutes
Crisis Management
Module 5•2 hours to complete
Module details
Crisis Management is designed to empower participants with the skills needed to manage mental health crises in the workplace effectively. Through a series of lessons, participants will learn to develop a proactive crisis management plan, apply empathy and effective communication techniques in acute situations, and discuss strategies for supporting recovery post-crisis. By the end of the module, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate mental health crises with empathy, preparedness, and a focus on supporting recovery and well-being.
What's included
3 videos8 readings2 assignments
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3 videos•Total 5 minutes
Managing a Crisis Introduction•1 minute
How to Help Someone Manage a Mental Health Crisis•3 minutes
Post-Crisis Harmony Introduction•1 minute
8 readings•Total 80 minutes
How to Manage a Mental Health Crisis in the Workplace•10 minutes
Supporting Someone in a Mental Health Crisis•10 minutes
Reflection Activity•10 minutes
6 Expert Tips to Support People After a Traumatic Workplace Experience•10 minutes
Returning from Mental Health Leave•10 minutes
How to Build Resilience •10 minutes
Expert-Approved Tips for Maintaining Mental Health •10 minutes
Reflection Activity•10 minutes
2 assignments•Total 20 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 4.2•10 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 4.1•10 minutes
Mental Maps: Policies Unveiled
Module 6•2 hours to complete
Module details
This module guides you through an in-depth examination of workplace mental health policies and their integration with HR practices. Throughout the module, you will analyze existing mental health policies, exploring opportunities for improvement and alignment with broader HR frameworks. By the module's conclusion, you will possess the skills and insights necessary to assess, enhance, and integrate mental health policies within your organizational context, contributing to a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
What's included
4 videos9 readings2 assignments
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4 videos•Total 11 minutes
Policy Primer: Reviewing Mental Health Policies Introduction•2 minutes
Mental Health Policy Essentials•4 minutes
Integration Insights: Aligning with HR Policies Introduction•1 minute
The Link Between Learning and Wellbeing•3 minutes
9 readings•Total 90 minutes
What is a Mental Health Policy and Why is it Important? •10 minutes
How to Create a Mental Health and Wellbeing Policy•10 minutes
Assessing Workplace Mental Health and Well-being•10 minutes
Reflection Activity•10 minutes
Integrating Wellbeing Into Performance Management•10 minutes
Cultivating a Culture of Learning for Remote Employee Wellbeing•10 minutes
Diversity and Inclusion for Mental Health•10 minutes
What Leaders can do to Promote Inclusion in a Remote Work Environment•10 minutes
Lesson Reflection•10 minutes
2 assignments•Total 20 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 5.2•10 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 5.1•10 minutes
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