Mental Health and Workplace Safety
The Astutis Mental Health and Workplace Safety online learning course acknowledges this imperative, pioneering a holistic approach to safety that incorporates the profound interplay between mental health and workplace well-being.
Developed in partnership with Professor Tim Marsh, this half-day course is suitable for all industry professionals, supervisors, managers, HR Professionals and organisational decision-makers who influence a wider staff well-being remit.
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Benefits to your Organisation
The Astutis Mental Health and Workplace Safety course is a comprehensive journey that empowers individuals and organisations to recognise, understand and manage mental health struggles in the workplace. It comprises 5 Online learning modules.
By equipping participants with essential skills and knowledge, this course goes beyond traditional safety training, making mental health a cornerstone of a safer and more productive work environment.
Benefits for Employers
- Reduced presenteeism, fewer sick days and higher levels of production as a result.
- Enhanced workforce morale, which leads to a more connected and vibrant staff base.
- Lower chances of workplace incidents and accidents.
Benefits for Learners
- Expert guidance on understanding your own mental health.
- An understanding of how to successfully help those in need of support.
- Become a positive influence by embedding positive attitudes towards mental health.
- Gain skills to pro-actively deliver the benefits of a good workplace is good for your mental health.
Inside the Course Video
If you're ready to discover how to prioritise your mental health while excelling in your career, then you're in the right place. Don't miss out on the opportunity to transform your work life. Click that play button and take a look at the modules inside the Online course
If you're ready to discover how to prioritise your mental health while excelling in your career, then you're in the right place. Don't miss out on the opportunity to transform your work life. Click that play button and take a look at the modules inside the Online course
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Module 1
The Impact of Mental Health on Safety
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Module 2
What is Mental Health?
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Module 3
Supporting Struggling Workers
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Module 4
Creating a Positive Culture
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Module 5
Looking After Yourself
Assessments
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Complete the learning checks after each module.
Once all the learning checks are completed, download your course completed certificate, endorsed by Professor Tim Marsh and certified by Astutis.
Course Length
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Tailored to fit around the schedule of learners, the course should take approximately 2-4 hours to complete.
Once enrolled, each learner has 6-months access to the course hosted on an award winning Learning Management System with personalised login credentials.
No prior learning or knowledge requirements are needed for the Mental Health and Workplace Safety Online course.
The course is ideal for anyone who supervises or manages people at work, especially HR professionals or anyone who has a remit for employee wellbeing or health and safety in the workplace.
The course is ideal for anyone who supervises or manages people at work, especially HR professionals or anyone who has a remit for employee wellbeing or health and safety in the workplace.
Module 1
The Impact of Mental Health on Safety
This module looks at human factors and how they impact safety. It looks at how big the problem of mental health is and what are the likely consequences.
Module 2
What is Mental Health?
Understand the meaning of mental health and how organisational culture can affect it.
Module 3
Supporting Struggling Workers
Explore how to spot people struggling with their mental health and how to best support them.
Module 4
Creating a Positive Culture
Explore the formal management systems and approaches to shape an organisational culture that improves the mental health of the workforce.
Module 5
Looking After Yourself
Explore how you could effectively look after your own mental health, improve your mental wellbeing and reduce stress.
Each module is followed by a learning check to assess your learning. Once all learning checks and modules are complete you can download your course completion certificate.
Employers are increasingly recognizing the importance of promoting mental well-being through workplace initiatives, such as Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), flexible work arrangements and mental health awareness training.
Mental health can have a significant impact on your work life in many ways, such as:
Mental health can have a significant impact on your work life in many ways, such as:
- Productivity and Performance: Mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, or excessive stress can reduce your ability to focus, make decisions, and complete tasks efficiently. This can lead to decreased productivity and lower job performance.
- Absenteeism: Individuals with mental health challenges may take more sick days or time off work to deal with their condition, leading to increased absenteeism. Frequent absenteeism can disrupt workflow and strain workplace relationships.
- Presenteeism: Some individuals may come to work despite their mental health challenges but may not be fully engaged or productive. This is known as presenteeism and can negatively impact overall workplace productivity.
Several factors can significantly impact mental health in the workplace. These factors can vary from one person to another and from one work environment to another.
Here are some common factors that influence mental health in the workplace:
Workload: An excessive workload, tight deadlines, or consistently high job demands can lead to stress and anxiety, affecting mental well-being.
Job Control: A lack of control over one's work, decision-making, or schedule can contribute to feelings of powerlessness and stress.
Work-Life Balance: An imbalance between work and personal life can lead to burnout and negatively impact mental health. Long hours and inflexible schedules can exacerbate this issue.
Job Insecurity: Fear of job loss, unstable employment, or frequent layoffs can create chronic stress and anxiety among employees.
Here are some common factors that influence mental health in the workplace:
Workload: An excessive workload, tight deadlines, or consistently high job demands can lead to stress and anxiety, affecting mental well-being.
Job Control: A lack of control over one's work, decision-making, or schedule can contribute to feelings of powerlessness and stress.
Work-Life Balance: An imbalance between work and personal life can lead to burnout and negatively impact mental health. Long hours and inflexible schedules can exacerbate this issue.
Job Insecurity: Fear of job loss, unstable employment, or frequent layoffs can create chronic stress and anxiety among employees.
The Astutis Mental Health and Workplace Safety course is a comprehensive journey that empowers individuals and organisations to recognise, understand, and manage mental health struggles in the workplace. It comprises 5 online learning modules.
By equipping participants with essential skills and knowledge, this course goes beyond traditional safety training, making mental health a cornerstone of a safer and more productive work environment.
The 5 online modules are:
- The Impact of Mental Health on Safety
- Overview on the Definition and Reality of Mental Health.
- How to Support Struggling Workers.
- The Creation of a Positive Culture.
- How to Look After Yourself in the Workplace.
By equipping participants with essential skills and knowledge, this course goes beyond traditional safety training, making mental health a cornerstone of a safer and more productive work environment.
The 5 online modules are:
- The Impact of Mental Health on Safety
- Overview on the Definition and Reality of Mental Health.
- How to Support Struggling Workers.
- The Creation of a Positive Culture.
- How to Look After Yourself in the Workplace.
At Astutis, we are thrilled to introduce our distinguished collaborator, Professor Tim Marsh, who will lead our Astutis Mental Health and Safety course.
With a career marked by groundbreaking contributions to behavioural safety and mental health leadership, Professor Marsh brings a wealth of knowledge and pioneering spirit to our campaign.
His remarkable journey, recognized with accolades such as the 'President's Commendation' from the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management, serves as a testament to his exceptional calibre.
As a visiting Professor at Plymouth University and a distinguished keynote speaker worldwide, Professor Marsh's influence resonates across continents. His work with prestigious organisations, including the European Space Agency, the BBC and the National Theatre, exemplifies his dedication to fostering wellbeing and safety.
Join us on this brand new, transformative course, led by Professor Tim Marsh, to create a workplace environment where safety and mental health flourish.
With a career marked by groundbreaking contributions to behavioural safety and mental health leadership, Professor Marsh brings a wealth of knowledge and pioneering spirit to our campaign.
His remarkable journey, recognized with accolades such as the 'President's Commendation' from the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management, serves as a testament to his exceptional calibre.
As a visiting Professor at Plymouth University and a distinguished keynote speaker worldwide, Professor Marsh's influence resonates across continents. His work with prestigious organisations, including the European Space Agency, the BBC and the National Theatre, exemplifies his dedication to fostering wellbeing and safety.
Join us on this brand new, transformative course, led by Professor Tim Marsh, to create a workplace environment where safety and mental health flourish.
The Mental Health and Workplace Safety online course is designed for anyone who supervises or manages teams, including HR professionals and organisational decision makers.
Good mental health plays a pivotal role in enhancing workplace safety. A mentally healthy workforce contributes to a safer, more productive and harmonious work environment.
In a world where employees face unprecedented stressors and demands, ensuring their mental well-being has become a collective responsibility.
To find out why this course is essential for organisations, read our latest news story here.
In a world where employees face unprecedented stressors and demands, ensuring their mental well-being has become a collective responsibility.
To find out why this course is essential for organisations, read our latest news story here.
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Develop your people for a better organisation.
Mental Health and Workplace Safety for Your Workforce
By applying the knowledge and skills gained from the Mental Health and Workplace Safety qualification, you will be able to positively influence mental health in the workplace.
Our training has been tried and tested by 100,000 health and safety professionals. We offer a range of learning options, including virtual classroom, online and on-site classroom courses delivered at premises of your choice on a day of your choice.
Benefits Of Staff Training At Your Organisation
Cost and time saving benefits for larger number of staff.
Your own dedicated account manager to organise all aspects of your training.
Relevant training for your staff can be tailored to company requests.
Choice and convenience of training delivery options to suit your staff.
Whats The Best Way For My Staff To Learn?
Dependent on staff availability, location, budget and your company needs, choose from the options:Online - Our interactive and multimedia rich courses for staff to fit in around their commitments
Classroom - Expert tutor-led delivery, hosted in a professional training environment across 6-sites within the UK. Alternatively Classroom training can be delivered On-Site at your premises for multiple learners.
Virtual - The Virtual Learning Academy is the most modern approach to delivering live-online training without the need to travel
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