Supervising Mental Health at Work

Course overview

Develop informed, respectful awareness of Supervising Mental Health at Work, with practical guidance on recognising needs, communicating appropriately and knowing when to seek further support.

CPD Approved |⏱ Duration: 25 minutes

Course Overview In today’s fast-paced work environments, mental health is just as important as physical health. This course is designed to equip supervisors and managers with the knowledge and skills to support and promote mental health in the workplace. You'll learn to recognize signs of stress, identify the workplace factors that contribute to mental health issues, and discover how to create a culture of positive mental health. Through this course, you'll understand the key areas that lead to work-related stress and the importance of mental health interventions. You’ll also explore how to assess mental health risks and implement effective support systems, including recruiting and training Mental Health First Aiders.

What You’ll Learn By the end of this course, you will be able to: Define Mental Health and understand the impact of poor mental health in the workplace. Recognize workplace factors that contribute to mental health issues. Create and implement Risk Assessments to address mental health at work. Introduce the role of Mental Health First Aiders and how they can support your workplace's mental health culture. Develop a Mental Health Policy and Action Plan for a supportive work environment.

Target Audience

• Supervisors and line managers looking to improve their knowledge of mental health at work and promote a positive mental health culture in their teams.
• Business owners who want to create a supportive work environment for their employees.

Course Modules

Why Take This Course?

• Promote Mental Health: Understand how mental health affects your team and how to support them.
• Create a Supportive Environment: Learn how to foster a workplace where mental well-being is prioritized.
• ️ Practical Tools: Gain practical knowledge on risk assessments and implementing mental health initiatives.
• Compliance: Stay on the right side of the law with workplace mental health policies.

Recommended System Requirements

• Browser: Up-to-date web browser
• Video: Updated video drivers
• Memory: 1GB+ RAM
• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

Further Learning If you're interested in expanding your mental health knowledge, you can follow this course up with:

• Depression Awareness
• Mental Health First Aid for more advanced skills in supporting colleagues with mental health needs.

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UK guidance and good-practice context

HSE Management Standards focus on organisational causes of work-related stress, including demands, control, support, relationships, role and change.

Important: This course supports knowledge and awareness. It does not replace site-specific risk assessments, employer procedures, competent supervision or role-specific practical training where these are required.