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Mental Health Awareness and Support

This is a live virtual event using Zoom, an online meeting platform. Please check your system requirements prior to registering.
February 13, 2024
(09:00 AM - 04:00 PM CT )
$299.00 (regular rate)
$269.00 (*early rate)
Trainer Shelly Qualtieri
Location: Online Virtual
*early rate expires 01/23/2024
6
Continuing Education
Credit Hours (CEC)

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Mental Health Awareness and Support - Live Virtual - February 13, 2024; 9am-4pm Central Time

Early rate expires 01/23/2024

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Mental health concerns will directly impact one in every five people. The remaining four will know a friend, family member, coworker, or acquaintance that struggles with their mental health. Given this prevalence, it is essential that people build capacity to support those with mental health concerns because early identification and support typically lead to continued well-being. This workshop explores factors affecting mental health and provides a general overview of common adult mental illnesses. Most importantly, participants will learn how to be a support and discover strategies for creating more inclusive environments that reduce stigma surrounding mental health.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion, participants should be able to:

  • Explain the difference between mental illness and mental health
  • List common adult mental illnesses
  • Describe symptoms related to poor mental illnesses
  • Learn practical ways of supporting those with mental illness

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view webinar materials

Method of Delivery

Presentation, video, personal reflection, delivered electronically

Some of the Topics Included

  • What Contributes to Poor Mental Health
  • Stigma and Myths About Mental Illness
  • Illness as Influence, Not Identity
  • A Review of Mental Illnesses
  • Mental Health Concerns and Addictions
  • Mental Health Concerns and Suicide
  • Signs That Someone May Be Struggling
  • Creating a Supportive Environment
  • Finding a Qualified Counsellor
  • Tips for Supporting Those That May Be Struggling

Target Audience

This is an introductory-intermediate level workshop applicable to anyone wanting to learn more about mental health, including employees and managers.

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Trainer: Shelly Qualtieri

As a former Multidisciplinary Team Manager for a non-profit organization and Team Leader within the Provincial Government sector, Shelly's experience in coaching, mentoring, and leadership has provided her with a unique and diverse skill set that combines academic understanding with practical knowledge. She holds a Master's degree in Investigations Management and has significant work experience both in Canada and Australia, where she been an energetic practitioner, educator, and leader in the field of youth justice, child welfare, mental health, homelessness, and suicide intervention for over 20 years. In addition to training with ACHIEVE, Shelly has a private counselling and coaching practice where she focuses on wellness, leadership, difficult conversations, and healthy relationships. She is a seasoned and engaging presenter who is passionate about her work, which allows her to naturally facilitate ongoing learning for workshop participants. Read blogs written by Shelly here.

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