Wellbeing Learning Opportunities

There are lots of learning opportunities that are available to the VCSE workforce across to increase knowledge and skills around supporting wellbeing but we know these are sometimes hard to come by and to find the capacity to research them is difficult.

We wanted to make it easier for the sector to be able to see what’s available and be able to easily take up opportunities that you may find useful. Therefore, we have done some research and here, we have listed all the free learning opportunities we know about that will support you to look after your own wellbeing and the wellbeing of others. Click the links to find out more about the opportunity and to see if you can book a place.

Personal Wellbeing and Resilience as a Leader

This workshop took place online on 22 January 2024 and explored the importance of personal wellbeing and resilience for Greater Manchester VCSE leaders.

This workshop was part of the GM VCSE Workforce Development Project’s Leadership Open Workshop Series.

Date: No date
Location: Online
Cost: Free

Healthy Minds Greater Manchester Online Course

The Royal Society for Public Health and Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership have developed a new mental health and wellbeing online course for anyone working or living in Greater Manchester.

This one-hour course encourages us all to take a proactive approach to caring for our mental health and wellbeing through simple steps that are proven to work.

If you are interested in having this course available on your organisation’s learning platform please email: [email protected]

Date: Access anytime
Location: Online
Cost: Free

Wellbeing Workshops: Looking After Yourself and Your Teams

The NHS GM Wellbeing team are relaunching their Looking After Yourself and Your Teams workshops to continue the critical support for all our colleagues during their working day. Learn about how to pay attention to your own wellbeing; and how to support those around you, whether you are a line manager or a team champion.

These workshops are open to people working in the VCSE sector. The tools and approaches shared can be used in any organisational context. Some of the examples shared in the session may relate to NHS contexts specifically.

Date: 27 November 2024, 30 January 2025, 11 March 2025
Location: Online
Cost: Free

GM Menopause Cafe

Facilitated by GM Menopause Network, the Café is an opportunity to share your menopause experiences and listen to other experiences with curiosity and
support in the virtual room.

This peer session is for anyone experiencing the impacts of menopause, including all ages and genders.

Date: 18 October 2024, 13:00-14:00
Location: Online
Cost: Free

Trauma Informed Training

Gain insights into trauma and its impact through dedicated courses and resources that aim to enhance understanding and provide tools for support.

NHS England’s e-learning for healthcare and Mental Health team have worked together to develop a new e-learning programme about trauma-informed care.

Date: Various
Location: Online
Cost: Various

Recovery Academy

The Recovery Academy provides free courses and resources to increase knowledge and understanding of mental health and related issues. The resources are tailored for different needs – individuals dealing with mental health challenges, a family member, a caregiver, or a healthcare professional.

Date: Various
Location: Online
Cost: Free

Personal Wellbeing and Resilience as a Leader

This workshop took place online on 22 January 2024 and explored the importance of personal wellbeing and resilience for Greater Manchester VCSE leaders.

This workshop was run as part of the Leadership Open Workshop Series part of the GM VCSE Workshop Development Programme, managed by 10GM.

If you’d like a transcript of this video, please contact 10GM.

Trauma Informed Training

Gain insights into trauma and its impact through dedicated courses and resources that aim to enhance understanding and provide tools for support.

NHS England’s e-learning for healthcare and Mental Health team have worked together to develop a new e-learning programme about trauma-informed care. For more information and to access the resource, please visit the Trauma Informed Care programme page.

The Royal Society for Public Health and Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership have developed a new mental health and wellbeing online course for anyone working / living in Greater Manchester.

This one-hour course encourages us all to take a proactive approach to caring for our mental health and wellbeing through simple steps that are proven to work.

Recovery Academy

The Recovery Academy provides free courses and resources to increase knowledge and understanding of mental health and related issues. The resources are tailored for different needs – individuals dealing with mental health challenges, a family member, a caregiver, or a healthcare professional.

The Every Woman Promise advocates for women’s health in the workplace, addressing the prevalent taboos around issues such as menstrual health, cervical screening, contraception, pregnancy, and menopause. Despite women and individuals with gynaecological organs forming over half of the UK workforce, 65% feel uncomfortable discussing health matters at work. The initiative urges employers to commit to supporting women’s health, offering the Every Woman Promise programme fully subsidized for small and medium-sized organisation until early 2025.

By embracing the Every Woman Promise, employers can enable proactive health management, encourage attendance at crucial health appointments, educate staff on gynaecological health and cancers, and foster an open environment. Benefits for partners include an informative talk, access to a nurse-led information service, a resource library, recognition, and ongoing support. 

Content last reviewed on 26 September 2024