Physical Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace

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Physical Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace

This course is part of Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace Specialization

Instructor: Tyler Jameson, MBA, CPHR

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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No prior experience required

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

No prior experience required

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Understand the concept and benefits of work-life balance, especially in a remote working environment
Learn how to use technology to improve your experience in virtual teams, based on the latest research and best practices
Explore the legal and ethical aspects of occupational health and safety, and how to identify and prevent potential hazards in your environment.

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Assessments

11 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 5 modules in this course

This course gives you easy access to knowledge and tools that will allow you to develop a safe and healthy work environment for physical vitality. Whether you work from home, or an office, you'll understand the importance of physical vitality for delivering high-quality work. Explore and grasp concepts related to work-life balance, remote working, ergonomic effectiveness, and occupational health and safety.

Are you ready to unlock your potential in the remote work revolution? This course equips you with essential skills to thrive while working from home. Master work-life balance, excel in virtual teams, create an ergonomic workspace, and prioritize your health and safety. Join us and become a remote work superstar!

What's included

1 reading

This module will help you understand the concept and benefits of work-life balance, especially in a remote working environment. It will also teach you how to recognize and cope with the challenges and stressors that may arise from working from home, and how to achieve a healthy balance between your personal and professional lives.

What's included

8 videos12 readings3 assignments

8 videos Total 40 minutes

Work-Life Balance Introduction 3 minutes
Work-life Balance: What's in it for me 6 minutes
Barriers to Work Life Balance 8 minutes
Enablers to Work-Life Balance 5 minutes
Time Management: Mastering Productivity Introduction 2 minutes
Time Management Tools 7 minutes
Tech Wellness: Harnessing Tools for Balance Introduction 3 minutes
Using Technology - The Good and The Bad 6 minutes

12 readings Total 150 minutes

Balancing Act: Navigating Work-Life Dynamics 10 minutes
What Does Work-Life Balance Mean in a Changed Work World 10 minutes
Understanding SMART GOALS 10 minutes
Reflection - Creating a SMART Goal 10 minutes
Time Management - Baseline Test 10 minutes
Understanding Time Management 10 minutes
Prioritization Tools 20 minutes
Reflection - Time Management Tools in Practice 20 minutes
How to Use Technology to Improve Work-Life Balance 10 minutes
Reflection - Current Technology Use 15 minutes
Technology Overload and Addiction 15 minutes
Reflection - Opportunities in Technology 10 minutes

3 assignments Total 30 minutes

Lesson 1.1 Knowledge Check 10 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 1.2 10 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 1.3 10 minutes

This module will help you master the skills and tools needed to work effectively in a virtual team. You will learn how to use technology to improve your experience in virtual teams, based on the latest research and best practices. You will also discover how to communicate and collaborate with your virtual colleagues across time zones and cultures, using various platforms and methods.

What's included

8 videos11 readings3 assignments

8 videos Total 45 minutes

Virtual Team Mastery Introduction 2 minutes
Remote Resonance: Thriving in a Virtual Environment Introduction 3 minutes
Best Practices in Remote Work 7 minutes
Tools for Remote Work 6 minutes
Virtual Reality: Challenges of Remote Work Introduction 2 minutes
Top 10 Challenges in Remote Work 14 minutes
Digital Synergy: Fostering Remote Collaboration Introduction 2 minutes
Collaboration Superstars 8 minutes

11 readings Total 140 minutes

Rise of Remote Work 15 minutes
Communicating Successfully in a Virtual Environment 15 minutes
Success Stories in Remote Work 10 minutes
Reflection - Personal Success in Virtual Environments 15 minutes
Health Problems Associated with Remote Work 10 minutes
Hybrid Work Success Stories 20 minutes
Reflection - Personal Challenges 15 minutes
Tools For Collaboration 10 minutes
26 Collaboration Strategies for Leaders 15 minutes
How to Collaborate Effectively in a Remote Environment 5 minutes
Reflection - Increasing Collaboration 10 minutes

3 assignments Total 30 minutes

Knowledge Check - Lesson 2.1 10 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 2.2 10 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 2.3 10 minutes

This module will help you improve your ergonomic effectiveness as a remote worker. You will learn how to set up your home office in a way that minimizes physical and mental stress and maximizes productivity and comfort. You will also complete an activity to assess your remote work readiness and access a guide with tips and best practices for working from home.

What's included

7 videos11 readings3 assignments

7 videos Total 29 minutes

Ergonomic Effectiveness: Transforming Your Workplace 2 minutes
Ergonomic Elevation: Crafting a Comfortable Space Introduction 1 minute
Understanding Ergonomics 8 minutes
Precise Posture: A Blueprint for Physical Well-Being Introduction 1 minute
Why Posture Matters 5 minutes
Muscle Matters: Ergonomic Strain Prevention Introduction 2 minutes
Identifying Potential Strains, Risk and Hazards 10 minutes

11 readings Total 119 minutes

Ergonomic Design Tips 10 minutes
Ergonomic Evaluation for Remote Environments 20 minutes
Expert Advise For Desk Set Up 5 minutes
Reflection - Ergonomic Set-up 10 minutes
How to Sit Properly 7 minutes
Consequences of Poor Posture 12 minutes
Improving Ergonomics and Posture 10 minutes
Reflection: Posture 10 minutes
work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) 15 minutes
Best Practices in Strain Prevention 10 minutes
Reflection: Examine Your Habits 10 minutes

3 assignments Total 30 minutes

Knowledge Check - Lesson 3.1 10 minutes
Knowledge Check: Lesson 3.2 10 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 3.3 10 minutes

This module will help you learn how to ensure your health and safety while working remotely. You will explore the legal and ethical aspects of occupational health and safety for remote work, and how to identify and prevent potential risks and hazards in your work environment.

What's included

8 videos12 readings2 assignments

8 videos Total 28 minutes

Safe Haven: Occupational Health and Safety Introduction 1 minute
Policy Pinnacle: Crafting OHS Guidelines Introduction 2 minutes
Importance of OHS 7 minutes
Regulatory Matters: Navigating Safety Compliance and Ethics Introduction 1 minute
Factors Affecting OHS Regulations 3 minutes
Training Triumphs: Empowering Employees for Safety Introduction 1 minute
Best Practices for OHS Training in Dynamic Environments 9 minutes
Evaluate OHS Training 4 minutes

12 readings Total 120 minutes

Basics of OHS Policies for Remote Work 10 minutes
Creating OHS Policies 10 minutes
OHS Policy Review Checklist 10 minutes
Reflection - Creating an OHS Policy 10 minutes
Misconceptions Around Remote Work OHS Policies 10 minutes
Ethics Defined 10 minutes
The Ethical Dilemma in OHS 10 minutes
Reflection: Ethical Dilemma 10 minutes
5 Components of an Effective OHS Management System 10 minutes
What is a Training Needs Analysis 10 minutes
10 Tips to Improve Your OHS Training 10 minutes
Reflection - Current OHS Training in Your Organization 10 minutes

2 assignments Total 20 minutes

Knowledge Check - Lesson 4.1 10 minutes
Knowledge Check - Lesson 4.3 10 minutes

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Tyler Jameson, MBA, CPHR

University of Alberta

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