Purpose & Scope
To provide candidates with the knowledge to recognise early signs of mental health issues and initiate supportive conversations in the workplace.
Content Overview
- Positive, confident, and respectful communication about mental health
- Understanding mental health and related issues: depression, anxiety, psychosis, eating disorders, suicide, and self-harm
- Factors affecting mental health, including stress
- Recognising and responding to early warning signs
- Reducing stigma and discrimination
- Maintaining personal mental wellbeing
- Using tools like Take 10 Together to start conversations
- Awareness of support resources and information
Duration
Minimum: 3 hours (half-day)
Target Audience
Operatives and supervisors in the construction sector
Entry Requirements
- None
Delivery Format
- Online or classroom-based
Renewal & Refresher
- No mandatory renewal or refresher required
Assessment
Trainer must confirm all learning outcomes are met
Learning Outcomes
Candidates will be able to:
- Communicate effectively about mental health
- Understand and define mental health issues
- Recognise early signs and respond appropriately
- Reduce stigma and support others
- Maintain their own mental wellbeing
- Use conversation tools and identify support sources
Review Cycle
- Every 3 years or upon request