Course Overview
This 5-module course is designed to support the mental and emotional wellbeing of frontline workers in the public sector. Tailored for essential service providers, the course addresses stress management for public servants, explores strategies for building resilience in government employees, and strengthens access to mental health support for essential workers. Participants will learn effective tools for coping with pressure in public service and explore sustainable wellbeing programs for government staff that promote healthier, more productive workplaces.
DURATION
5 Days
Target Audience
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Public Sector Employees
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Emergency and Essential Service Workers
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Healthcare and Social Service Professionals
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Law Enforcement and Municipal Staff
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HR and Wellbeing Coordinators in Government
Course Level: Foundational to Intermediate
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:
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Implement techniques for stress management for public servants
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Apply frameworks for building resilience in government employees
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Facilitate mental health support for essential workers in their departments
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Develop personal strategies for coping with pressure in public service
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Design and advocate for wellbeing programs for government staff
COURSE OUTLINE
Module 1: Understanding Stress in Public Service
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Unique stressors facing frontline government employees
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Impact of chronic stress and burnout
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Introduction to “stress management for public servants”
Module 2: Building Personal and Organizational Resilience
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Foundations of “building resilience in government employees”
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Resilience training models and protective behaviors
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Organizational culture and leadership support
Module 3: Mental Health Support Strategies
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Accessing “mental health support for essential workers”
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Referral pathways, peer support, and EAPs
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Reducing stigma around mental health in public institutions
Module 4: Coping Skills and Emotional Regulation
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Evidence-based tools for “coping with pressure in public service”
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Emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and self-care techniques
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Managing high-stakes interactions with the public
Module 5: Designing Sustainable Wellbeing Programs
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Policy-based approaches to “wellbeing programs for government staff”
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Monitoring and evaluating impact of wellness initiatives
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Final Project: Proposing a resilience and wellbeing plan for your department
Customized Training
This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.
Requirements
Participants need to be proficient in English.
Training Fee
The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.
Certification
A certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions is awarded upon successful completion.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.
Payment
Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org.
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