"One in four people will experience some form of mental health problems during the course of the year, with depression costing British business an estimated £9 billion a year." Mental Health at Work, 2005

Creating a healthy work environment is a fundamental necessity. The average individual spends approximately forty hours in his/her place of work. Thus, it is crucial that they feel comfortable and motivated to fulfil their role. Striking the balance between work and home should be encouraged by the employing organization. Companies who fail to regard individual well being as a priority have suffered immensely. In view of the fact that Absenteeism and self-diagnosed sickness are the most widely observed. More serious ones include depression, stress, anxiety, and failure to function adequately.

Our short course and consultancy option will raise your awareness of the following:

• Understanding the individual at work
• The legal position-The Disability Discrimination Act 1995
• Dealing with mental health in the workplace
• Developing a mental health policy
• Recruitment and selection
• Creating a healthy workplace
• Implementing and auditing the mental health policy