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LIGHTHOUSE CHARITY LIGHTS UP WELLBEING LEARNING
It ’ s one year on since the launch of the Lighthouse Charity ’ s Wellbeing Academy and this is being celebrated by the unveiling of more new and exciting courses to support everyone in the industry .
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The academy offers training including eLearning , Lighthouse Wellbeing Exclusives , MHFA accredited training and bespoke support for wellbeing champions and mental health first aiders .
In 2023 the academy introduced self-paced eLearning to respond to the needs of a diverse and transient workforce , offering complete flexibility around hectic work and home lives . These have been so successful that as well as new courses being added throughout the year , the training has now been augmented dependant on individual needs , offering three distinct levels of ‘ bronze , silver and gold ’ learning ,
Bronze introduces each subject , the key topic areas and an understanding of the language used at the next level . Silver presents scenarios where learners need to demonstrate their understanding through application of the skills learned so far and gold uses case studies to illustrate real life situations and challenges .
As well as an extensive array of emotional and physical wellbeing topics , new modules to support the financial challenges experienced by many of the industry ’ s workforce have also been added and include the topics of borrowing , controlling credit and tackling debt .
The academy also offers free ‘ Lighthouse Wellbeing Exclusives ’ aimed at empowering individuals , teams and leaders with new knowledge and skills across several topics of emotional and physical wellbeing .
The Suicide Awareness training is just one of these and the course is designed to give people the confidence to start a conversation and help them identify the signs that somebody is experiencing suicidal thoughts .
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The tutor led online course is in high demand with 341 people taking part in 2023 , reflecting the industry ’ s desire to raise awareness and understanding of this difficult and highly sensitive subject .
New wellbeing exclusive courses for 2024 include Menopause Awareness and Menopause for Management which identify how to support someone experiencing menopause from a workplace perspective either as an employee or as an employer .
The academy is constantly evolving to reflect the needs of the industry and new for 2024 is
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a six-week course to enhance the professional support already offered by the charity to the industry ’ s 12,000 wellbeing champions and mental health first aiders .
The training supports those that bear the emotional weight of the workforce and ensures that they can manage their own wellbeing whilst providing continued support to others .
Reflecting on the success of the Wellbeing Academy and the positive feedback so far , Sarah Bolton , Chief Operating Officer for the charity said , “ The training on offer supports every person in our industry , so whether you ’ re a self-employed tradesperson , site operative , project manager or office-based professional there is something for everyone . To support a positive wellbeing culture in our industry , it ’ s critical that we proactively develop our workforce and equip them with the tools and soft skills to negotiate the challenges of everyday life and working in what can be a very stressful environment .
Improving our workforce wellbeing is a collective responsibility and we hope that our learners will in turn , inspire others to deliver cultural change within the industry .”
Wellbeing Academy Courses
eLearning : Banter vs bullying , building resilience , improving relationships , managing stress , mindfulness , neurodiversity , resolving conflict , self-care , taking control : drugs and alcohol , understanding anxiety , work-life balance , borrowing , controlling credit , and tackling debt .
If you or anyone you know is struggling , reach out for free and confidential support now . 24 / 7 Construction Industry Helplines ; 0345 605 1956 ( UK ) 1800 939 122 ( ROI )
Lighthouse Wellbeing Exclusives ; Menopause ( General Awareness ), Menopause ( Management and Leadership ), Managing Mental Health in the Workplace , Suicide Awareness , Taking Control : Drugs & Alcohol , Start Meditating , Wellbeing Wednesday
MHFA Accredited Mental Health Awareness ; Mental Health First Aider ; Mental Health First Aider Refresher
MHFA Wellbeing Support Wellbeing for Mental Health First Aiders
For more information about the courses available visit the Wellbeing Academy
Live chat lighthouseclub . org constructionindustryhelpline . com makeitvisible . info Text HARDHAT to 85258 ( UK ) 50808 ( ROI )