Mental Health for Line Managers

Mental Health for Line Managers

Overview

Mental Health for Line Managers is a targeted course designed for managers who want to build their Mental Health Awareness, support their teams effectively, and implement Mental Health First Aid principles in the workplace. Line managers are often the first point of contact for employee wellbeing concerns, and this course provides practical strategies to identify, respond to, and support colleagues facing mental health challenges.

This is a low-commitment course with practical application. With our limited offer, this exact course won’t be available again, making it a unique chance to enhance your managerial and wellbeing skills.

Description

Managers play a critical role in maintaining workplace mental health. Mental Health for Line Managers provides guidance on:

• Recognising early warning signs of mental health issues among staff
• Applying Mental Health First Aid to provide immediate and appropriate support
• Conducting empathetic conversations using basic counselling techniques
• Reducing stigma around mental health in workplace culture
• Promoting resilience, positive emotional health, and employee wellbeing

The course includes case studies, practical exercises, and role-playing scenarios designed to equip managers with the tools they need to respond to mental health challenges effectively. It emphasises proactive support strategies and provides frameworks for integrating Mental Health Awareness into everyday management practices.

By completing this course, line managers will gain confidence in implementing Support measures that enhance employee engagement, reduce stress, and foster a positive workplace environment.

Who Is This Course For

• Line managers, team leads, and supervisors responsible for staff wellbeing
• Professionals seeking to improve workplace Mental Health Awareness
• Managers looking to learn basic counselling skills for team support
• Anyone interested in reducing workplace stress and promoting employee resilience

No prior mental health experience is required—this is a low-commitment, high-impact course that empowers managers to make a meaningful difference.

Requirements

• Current managerial or supervisory role
• Access to online learning resources
• Willingness to participate in practical exercises
• Interest in promoting Mental Health and providing Support in professional settings

This course is flexible and designed to fit into the schedules of busy line managers, providing immediate benefits to teams and individuals.

Career Path

After completing Mental Health for Line Managers, learners can:

• Lead mental health initiatives in the workplace
• Become key points of contact for staff requiring Support or Mental Health First Aid
• Advance towards HR, wellbeing, or employee assistance roles
• Build a foundation for further Mental Health Awareness and counselling certifications

This is a rare limited-offer course that equips managers with practical, career-enhancing skills to support teams and promote organisational wellbeing.