About this course
A grounding in mental health for every member of staff. This course explains what mental health is, what affects it, and how to look after your own wellbeing at work.
It also covers how to spot when a colleague may be struggling, how to start a conversation, and where to find support.
What learners cover
- What mental health is and the factors that affect it
- Common conditions including anxiety and depression
- Recognising signs of stress in yourself and others
- Practical self-care and wellbeing strategies
- Starting a supportive conversation with a colleague
- Sources of help, internal and external
Course content
The course is delivered in short, bite-size sections that learners can stop and restart at any point.
- Section 1
Mental health at work
Definitions, prevalence, stigma and why workplace wellbeing matters.
- Section 2
Common conditions
Anxiety, depression, stress and burnout, and how they can affect work.
- Section 3
Looking after yourself
Practical wellbeing strategies, boundaries and building resilience.
- Section 4
Supporting others
Spotting the signs, starting a conversation and signposting to support.
Who it is for
All employees in any sector.
Entry requirements: None. Suitable for all staff.
How it is delivered
Fully online and self-paced
Learners work through the course at their own pace and can pause and resume where they left off.
Any device
Works on desktop, laptop, tablet and mobile, with audio, video and written transcripts throughout.
Interactive throughout
Scenarios, exercises and images keep learners engaged rather than clicking through slides.
Knowledge checks
Short checks at the end of each section so learners can see what has landed before moving on.
Average completion time is around 1 hours, though learners can take as long as they need and return as often as they like.
How it is assessed
Knowledge checks run throughout the course so learners can test understanding as they go. The course finishes with a multiple-choice assessment taken online at the end. Learners who do not pass first time can retake the assessment.
Certification
Learners receive a Highfield Online Training digital certificate as soon as they pass the end-of-course assessment. Certificates are downloadable straight away and can be saved to a CPD log or staff training record.
Refresher guidance: Most employers refresh this training every 12 months, or sooner if legislation, roles or workplace risks change.
How it works for teams
- 1. Choose how many licences you need and pay by card, or request an invoice.
- 2. Add your learners' names and email addresses.
- 3. We set them up on the course platform and they receive their login by email.
- 4. Track who has been set up from your account.