Course Summary:

This interactive and practical course by Magna Skills empowers professionals and organizations to foster a healthy and productive workplace. The Health and Wellness at Work program provides participants with essential knowledge and tools to design, implement, and sustain workplace wellness initiatives that improve employee well-being, reduce absenteeism, and boost organizational performance. Through a blend of theory, case studies, and participatory activities, attendees will learn how to promote physical, mental, and emotional health in their work environments.

Designed for HR professionals, team leaders, occupational health officers, and managers, this course is ideal for organizations committed to enhancing employee engagement and building a culture of health and care.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the relationship between employee wellness and organizational productivity.

2. Identify workplace risk factors that impact health and design interventions to address them.

3. Develop effective wellness policies and programs tailored to their specific work environment.

4. Promote mental health awareness and resilience among employees.

5. Foster a culture of care that supports work-life balance and long-term employee engagement.

Course Outline

1. Introduction to Workplace Wellness

   • Understanding wellness in the workplace context

   • The business case for investing in employee health

2. Identifying Workplace Stressors and Health Risks

   • Common physical and psychosocial risks

   • Tools for conducting workplace wellness assessments

3. Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing

   • Recognizing signs of stress, anxiety, and burnout

   • Strategies for supporting mental health at work

4. Nutrition and Physical Activity in the Workplace

   • Encouraging healthy eating and active living among employees

   • Creating supportive environments for lifestyle changes

5. Workplace Ergonomics and Safety

   • Best practices for physical workspace design

   • Injury prevention and workplace safety strategies

6. Work-Life Balance and Flexible Work Policies

   • Promoting balance through policies and practices

   • Remote and hybrid work wellness considerations

7. Designing a Wellness Program

   • Components of a successful workplace wellness strategy

   • Setting goals, KPIs, and monitoring progress

8. Health Promotion and Awareness Campaigns

   • Planning effective campaigns and communication strategies

   • Engaging employees through health challenges and initiatives

9. Occupational Health Laws and Employee Rights

   • Legal frameworks and compliance

   • Role of HR and management in enforcing health standards

10. Sustaining Wellness Culture in the Organization

• Leadership roles in maintaining wellness momentum

• Creating peer support networks and feedback loops