The staff wellbeing team, part of the Health, Safety, and Risk Directorate, is pleased to announce a new mental health awareness training course for all university staff.
In the UK, poor mental health accounts for more than half of all work-related illnesses, and it’s estimated that one in four adults experiences mental illness, so it’s important that we understand how to support our colleagues and those we manage.
The new Mental Health in the Workplace e-learning module only takes 30 minutes to complete and is designed to help staff support each other by increasing awareness and understanding of mental health.
This awareness training offers two pathways: one for all staff and one for line managers. Upon launching, you will be asked to select the role that best applies to you.
Training session outcomes
- Introduction to mental health and wellbeing concepts
- How to support colleagues
- How to provide managerial support (section specific to line managers)
Most people find learning about mental health a positive experience, but it’s possible some people may find the topics covered within the training upsetting or triggering in some way, so please discuss with your line manager if you’re unsure whether the training is right for you.
If you’re affected by anything within the training or are currently experiencing mental health problems at work, we would encourage you to speak to your manager or reach out to a trained member of the First Aid for Mental Health network for immediate support.
You can also contact the staff wellbeing team at [email protected].