Course description
Mental Health Awareness For Managers
According to the HSE, in 2019/20 there were an estimated 828,000 workers affected by work-related stress, depression or anxiety. This represents 2,440 per 100,000 workers and results in an estimated 17.9 million working days lost.
It is a fact that 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health problem at any one time, including in the workplace. From a Management perspective, knowing how to recognise the signs and understanding how to respond to an employee who is experiencing difficulties with their mental health is an essential step towards that individual getting the help and support they need.
Organisations are required by law to promote and protect the mental well-being of their workforce. This training course is suitable for managers who need an understanding of what mental health is and need help in recognising and identifying the numerous ways in which it can present itself in the workplace. The course provides an overview of the common mental health problems people may experience, the symptoms and effects of them and what you should do to support any employees who are struggling. The course will provide helpful insights into the many ways you can create a positive mental health culture in your workplace and make some simple changes to ensure you are able to give your employees the support they require.
This course is CPD accredited
Upcoming start dates
Suitability - Who should attend?
This course is suitable for anyone who is responsible for the safety and wellbeing of employees within an organisation of any size, ie Managers, Supervisors, Team Leaders, HR Professionals
Outcome / Qualification etc.
CPD Accredited
Certificate of Acheivement
By the end of this Mental Health For Managers course, you will be able to:
- Understand what is meant by the term ‘mental health’ and understand some of the most common mental health problems
- Be aware of the legal responsibilities for managers and employers
- Understand ways in which people can manage their individual mental health to make everyday living easier.
- Be aware of how to support a colleague with a mental health problem in the workplace.
- Understand how to promote a healthy, non-discriminatory working environment.
- Have knowledge of the workplace adjustments that can be made to help employees
Training Course Content
Overview
What is mental health? Statistics, common causes and symptoms, stigma, what you can do to help, mental health law at work and risk assessment.
Types of Mental Health Problem
An overview of depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, stress, PTSD, phobias, schizophrenia, eating disorders, self-harm, loneliness and panic attacks.
Managing a Mental Health Problem
Tips to improve wellbeing, setting goals, peer support, sleep, diet, exercise, drugs and alcohol, mindfulness, taking a break, medication and recovery.
Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace
Why mental health is not discussed at work, recognising a problem, talking about mental health, supporting a colleague, promoting a healthy workplace and tips for managers.
Workplace Adjustments
Why are adjustments needed and what is meant by an adjustment? Fit notes, adjustments to the workplace, helping an employee to return to work and tips for managers.
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