By the end of the course, participants will:

  • Understand mental health and the most common mental health challenges
  • Recognize and address workplace stress
  • Reduce stigma and start positive, helpful conversations about mental health
  • Increase personal and workplace wellness

The course is delivered through ten interactive online modules. Each lesson features opportunities for personal reflection, downloadable resources for in-person learning, and an open forum for discussion.  'Mental Health 101' is one of two parts to Level 1 of the Workplace CARE Certificate for the Community Social Services sector.

Course curriculum

  1. 1

    • Course objectives

    • How to get the most out of this course

    • Check in with yourself

    • Pre-course Reflection Activity
  2. 2

    • Lesson 1: This is about all of us

    • Lesson 2: Stigma

    • Module 2 Reflection
  3. 3

    • Module 3 Discussion

    • Lesson 1: Stress

    • Lesson 2: Burnout

    • Module 3 Video

    • Module 3 Quiz
  4. 4

    • Module 4 Discussion

    • Lesson 1: Anxiety vs. Anxiety Disorders

    • Lesson 2: Workplace anxiety
  5. 5

    • Depression
  6. 6

    • Eating Disorders
  7. 7

    • Resources and workshops
  8. 8

    • Module 8 Discussion

    • Lesson 1: Workplace risks

    • Lesson 2: Promoting positive mental health
  9. 9

    • Taking care of me
  10. 10

    • Course outcomes

    • Post-course reflection activity

    • Next steps

    • Course evaluation form