Mental Health in the Workplace Level 2 (VTQ)

Develop a stronger understanding of workplace mental health and the confidence to recognise concerns, begin a supportive conversation and respond appropriately.

This practical, instructor-led course is suitable for employees, workplace mental health supporters, team leaders and others who may be approached by a colleague experiencing mental health difficulties. It goes beyond basic awareness by helping learners recognise changes in behaviour, listen without judgement, offer appropriate initial support and signpost someone towards professional help.

Who should attend?

This course is suitable for:

• Employees across all workplace sectors
• Workplace mental health supporters
• Team leaders and supervisors
• HR and wellbeing representatives
• Staff with responsibility for supporting colleagues
• Organisations seeking to improve mental health awareness and support

What will you learn?

The course covers:

• Understanding mental health and mental ill health
• Recognising early signs and changes in a colleague
• Workplace stress, anxiety and depression
• Common mental health conditions
• Stigma, stereotyping and discrimination
• Starting a supportive conversation
• Listening and responding appropriately
• Providing suitable initial support
• Signposting someone towards professional help
• Promoting positive mental wellbeing in the workplace
• Maintaining appropriate personal and professional boundaries

Course details

• Certification: Mental Health in the Workplace Level 2 (VTQ)
• Delivery: Instructor-led classroom or on-site workplace training
• Duration: One day
• Certificate: ProTrainings Level 2 VTQ certificate
• Certificate validity: Three years
• Group training: Available for organisations across Scotland

Important course scope

This course helps learners recognise mental health concerns, provide appropriate initial support and direct someone towards suitable professional services. It does not qualify learners to diagnose mental health conditions or provide clinical treatment or counselling.

On-site group training

Vital Signs Scotland can deliver this course at your workplace anywhere in Scotland. On-site delivery provides a convenient and cost-effective way to improve awareness, confidence and support across your team.

Please contact us if you require a group quotation or would like help choosing between our Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 workplace mental health courses.