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The Working Mind: Facilitator Certification Training

Course Details

Course Type

Virtual

Language

English

Openings

12 Slots

Price

$3500 CAD

Session Date Session Time Session Notes
April 7, 2025 11:30 am – 7:30 pm EST
April 8, 2025 11:30 am – 7:30 pm EST
April 9, 2025 11:30 am – 7:30 pm EST
April 10, 2025 11:30 am – 7:30 pm EST
April 11, 2025 11:30 am – 7:30 pm EST

Course Details

Course Information

Are you passionate about mental health and want to make a meaningful difference in your workplace or community? The Working Mind Facilitator (TWM) Certification Training is your opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge needed to teach others how to build mental health awareness and promote well-being in the workplace. As a certified facilitator, you’ll be equipped to deliver The Working Mind, helping individuals and teams create healthier, more supportive environments. If you’re ready to lead impactful training and make a lasting difference in mental health, this program is for you!

Course Overview:

  • Training Duration: The training spans 5 consecutive days, Monday to Friday. Attendance is mandatory for the full duration of each session. Participants who miss more than 30 minutes of any training day will not be eligible to receive certification.
  • Format: Available in both virtual and face-to-face options.
    • Includes a 2-hour recorded webinar after the live sessions to review course delivery logistics and ensure you’re ready to facilitate.

Registration & Enrollment:

  • Application Process: Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee your spot in the course. Once your application has been approved, you will receive an email to finalize your registration. Your place will only be confirmed once payment has been received.
  • Approval Validity: Approval for participation is valid for 12 months. After this period, applicants must submit a new application to be considered for the training.

Eligibility Criteria:

To apply for the Facilitator Certification Training, you must demonstrate that you meet the following criteria.

Criteria for Independent Facilitators:

  • Minimum 2 years supporting mental health and wellbeing at your workplace or in your community.
  • Demonstrated success (paid or volunteer) with facilitating group discussions, training, and/or giving presentations to groups of 8 or more.
  • Knowledge of the range of mental health services
  • Positive attitudes towards people with mental health problems
  • Driven to reduce stigma/discrimination associated with mental health in the workplace.
  • Ability to facilitate a minimum number of courses on a yearly basis.
  • Proficiency in computer programs such as PowerPoint and Excel, and must have an email address, strong internet connection (for virtual delivery) and access to a computer. The course slides are provided in PowerPoint format only. You will need appropriate software to access and deliver the content.
  • Knowledge of delivery platforms such as Zoom or MS Teams (for virtual delivery only)

Criteria for in-house facilitators:

  • Experience supporting mental health and well-being at work or in the community.
  • Ability to lead group discussions for groups of 8 or more.
  • Ability to facilitate a minimum number of courses on a yearly basis (as outlined in the “Facilitator agreement”) and a commitment to meeting this requirement.
  • Positive attitudes towards people living with mental health problems.
  • Driven to reduce stigma/discrimination associated with mental health in the workplace.
  • Ability to facilitate a minimum number of courses on a yearly basis.
  • Proficiency in computer programs such as PowerPoint and Excel, and must have an email address, strong internet connection (for virtual delivery) and access to a computer. The course slides are provided in PowerPoint format only. You will need appropriate software to access and deliver the content.
  • Knowledge of delivery platforms such as Zoom or MS Teams (for virtual delivery only)

 

In your application, please provide detailed answers in paragraph form to the questions provided. Your responses should showcase who you are, your background, and what you bring to the role of a TWM facilitator.

We look forward to reviewing your application and supporting you on this important journey toward creating healthier, safer environments for all!

Terms and Conditions

FCT Registration and Information

Please note that applying does not save a space in the desired course; a space is only confirmed when payment has been received. The Facilitator Certification Training is conducted over five consecutive days, Monday to Friday. You must be present for the entire duration of the training. You will be required to watch a 2-hour recorded webinar following the training to go over the logistics of course delivery before receiving your facilitator certification.

The course fee is $3,500 (payable upon acceptance into the course). Should you be unsuccessful in becoming a Facilitator, you will not be able to keep the materials.

Acknowledgments

  • You understand that you must deliver a minimum of two courses per year to maintain your certification.
  • You understand that a course cannot be delivered to a group of less than 8 participants and a maximum of 15 (virtual) or 25 (face-to-face).
  • You understand that you will be required to pay a participant fee for each participant who attends a course.
  • You have reviewed the Facilitator Agreement and understand the requirements for being a facilitator.

 

Pre-course work

Two weeks before the first day of the course, you will receive an email with a link to complete an self-led module; the module must be completed 72 hours before the course.

Homework

There is required reading and homework after attending the virtual session.

You can expect to spend 2-4 hours each evening on coursework:

  • Session 2 Knowledge Check – Tuesday
  • Session 3 Knowledge Check – Wednesday
  • Session 4 Knowledge Check – Thursday

AV Requirements and Participation 

Each participant must have access to their own computer with a microphone and webcam.  For learner safety, cameras must remain on for most of the session. To qualify as a participant, you must be logged into Zoom from a computer and participate from said device at all times.

For the safety of our learners, we do not allow participation while driving or riding motorized vehicles and/or operating heavy machinery.

Please dedicate the time/space for this course and make the necessary work-life arrangements to do so. This may include:

  • Blocking off calendars to avoid double bookings.
  • Making alternate arrangements for after-school pickups.
  • Ensuring your workplace duties are assigned to another party.
  • Dedicating a space and/or a desk for learning.

Course Conduct and Terms & Conditions 

If a participant is disruptive, disrespectful, rude, and otherwise negatively contributes to the unfolding of the course (i.e. inappropriate language) in any way, the facilitator and the moderator have the right to remove the participant from the course.

You will be formally assessed on your mental health knowledge and facilitation skills when you present a portion of the TWM course on the Friday of your training week.

Opening-Minds-Virtual-Courses-Terms-and-Conditions-Nov-2023.pdf (123 KB)

Cancellation Policy

Any amounts paid are non-refundable if cancellation occurs less than 30 days prior to the registered course. Otherwise, a full refund, less a 25% administration fee, will be provided for cancellations received in writing. Registration is non-transferable.

Interested in training for yourself? Need training for your Organization?