Please note that this is an upskill course posting for certified MHFA facilitators who are crossing over to deliver The Working Mind. Do not register unless you have been invited to do so.
This course covers the following topics:
- A focus on dispelling the myths of mental health problems and mental illnesses, aiming to reduce associated stigma;
- An overview of the Mental Health Continuum Model;
- Self-assessment of one’s own mental health along the continuum;
- Strategies one can apply at each point along the continuum;
- Workplace accommodations and return to work;
- How to observe changes in employees along the continuum;
- Appropriate actions to take;
- How to communicate with employees about mental health illness in a workplace context;
- Ad hoc incident reviews; and
- Practical application.
By taking the course, you will learn to
- understand mental health and mental illness
- recognize signs and indicators of mental health and mental illness in yourself and others
- reduce stigma and recognize negative attitudes toward people with mental health problems
- support colleagues with mental health problems
- maintain your mental health and improve your resilience.
- support your employees’ mental health and well-being
- enable all employees to be more fully productive
- ensure the workplace climate respects and involves all employees, including those with mental health problems
- encourage employees to seek support for mental health challenges.
Course modules:
- Mental Health and Stigma
- Mental Health in the Workplace
- Stress and Resilience
- Supporting Your Team