Learning Objectives

1. To gain awareness of your own Mental Health and how to improve it, and how to make a difference to mental health at work
2. To provide awareness of mental health aspects and terminology
3. To reduce stigma due to increased awareness thus encouraging more conversation in the workplace
4. To provide practical guidance, strategies, and resources to improve mental health within workplaces
5. To summarise the plethora of information available via government and reputable sources.

What is covered?

• Why mental health awareness is an important issue
• What mentally healthy workplaces look like
• Strategies to improve mental health for workers and organisations, including developing a self-care plan
• How to recognise and assist colleagues who may be suffering mentally and emotionally
• Requirements and value of Workplace Mental Health Action Plans
• Available mental health support resources.

Who should complete this course?

Mandatory for all NPS supervisors and optional for all other NPS employees.

Duration

The course should take between one to two hours to complete.