In your wellbeing toolkit you'll find a wide range of high-quality courses focused on personal wellbeing and leadership development for school staff. Check out the details of our Mental Health Awareness course below.
The total length of this self-paced interactive course is approximately 110 minutes but can be taken at your own pace in as many sessions as you like.
Are you an educational leader seeking to foster an environment of mental health awareness within your institution? Do you want to equip yourself with the knowledge to support your colleagues, and yourself, through the mental health challenges that can arise in an educational setting? Then why not take our 'Mental Health Awareness for Educational Leaders' course, your comprehensive guide to promoting mental wellness in schools and colleges.
This course is designed to shine a spotlight on mental health in the education sector, breaking down misconceptions and fostering open dialogues. We delve into various common mental health issues that education staff might encounter, including stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout, discussing their signs and symptoms, and enabling early intervention.
Key areas of focus:
Understanding Mental Health: Learn about the fundamental aspects of mental health, its importance to overall wellbeing, and its role in life participation.
Recognising Common Mental Health Issues: Discuss common mental health issues among education staff, their signs and symptoms, and strategies for self-care. We'll also address the stigma often associated with mental health, fostering a culture of understanding and empathy.
Supporting Mental Health: Explore ways to support your mental health and that of your colleagues. As a leader, you'll learn how to create an environment that values mental wellness and encourages open conversation.
In addition to this course for leaders, we also offer a version tailored for non-leaders, ensuring that mental health awareness permeates every level of your institution.
Enrol in our 'Mental Health Awareness for Educational Leaders' course for free today. Let's work together to make mental health an integral part of our daily conversations, promoting a culture of understanding and support within our educational institutions.
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