Who is this qualification for?
The manager’s role is to lead, mentor and support an employee to proactively engage in their employment, contributing to the growth of an organisation and working in a way that supports the individual’s own growth as well as the organisation’s objectives and values. The management role involves supporting employees who may present with mental ill health in the workplace and this qualification provides an understanding of the basic principles relating to supporting mental health in the workplace and promoting a positive, ‘wellness at work’ culture. This qualification can be taken by learners preparing to enter employment or by those who are already in employment.
How long will it take?
This course will take 2 days to complete.
Requirements
There are no prerequisites for this qualification. However, it is advised that learners have a minimum of Level 2 in literacy or numeracy or equivalent. This qualification is approved for delivery to learners aged 16 and above.
Topics covered
This is a knowledge-only qualification that provides underpinning knowledge and understanding in relation to the principles of mental health, recognising mental ill health in self and others, supporting mental wellbeing in the workplace, understanding how to engage in mental health conversations in the workplace, how to support employees in relation to their mental health and ways to manage own wellbeing.
Assessment method
This qualification is assessed by 2 multiple-choice examinations, which will be marked by Highfield.
Why Choose this course?
Once you have completed this Award in Understanding Mental Health in the Workplace for Managers you will hold an internationally recognised Level 3 from Highfield which certifies 350,000 learners every year. After completing this qualification you can either lead on to a Mental Health first aid instructor, MHFA Instructor member, for further learning or a career progression as an Mental Health first aid, Health & Safety Worker, Engineer, Safety Advisor and many more.