Commissioned by Plymouth City Council to deliver services to businesses and communities in Plymouth or to those businesses with over 50% of their employees having a Plymouth postcode.

Training

Wellbeing Training delivers professional, accredited training packages to businesses and communities across Plymouth, supporting the development of healthier, more resilient workplaces and communities.

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Our training offer includes a mix of virtual and face-to-face sessions, with the majority provided free of charge. For courses that require payment, we ensure they are competitively priced to remain accessible. With a variety of core public courses and bespoke training sessions available, our aim is to raise awareness around physical and mental health.

These sessions equip attendees with the knowledge and confidence to support individuals within their workplaces and communities. We also offer a range of e-learning modules focused on key health issues, designed to raise awareness and encourage healthier lifestyles.

If you’re interested in bespoke training from the Wellbeing Training team for your workplace or community group, please complete our request form. A member of our team will then get in touch to discuss your needs and the next steps.

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  • Alcohol Awareness

    • Free
    Virtual, Face to Face
    Introductory

    Alcohol plays a significant role in our culture and has many consequences for our health and wellbeing. This session aims to discuss the key health improvement messages concerning alcohol, and to consider the opportunities and tools for sharing brief advice with people. We will discuss the pros and cons of alcohol and some of the relevant key facts, emphasising sharing our views and experiences.

    If you’d like a bespoke offer for your business or community group please follow the link and complete our request form.

  • Eat Better

    • Free
    Virtual, Face to Face
    Introductory

    Discover a healthier you! Join us as we explore some key messages regarding healthier eating. In this session, we will inspire you to learn more about nutrition and help you unlock your full potential. Learn about key resources such as the Eat Well Guide and discover the benefits of eating a balanced diet. You’ll gain valuable insights into the main food groups, health benefits, food labelling, nutrient contents, and appropriate portion sizes. We’ll also explore the potential dangers of ultra-processed foods and share tips to help improve your eating habits.

    If you’d like a bespoke offer for your business or community group please follow the link and complete our request form.

  • Virtual Wellbeing Champions

    • Free
    Virtual
    Introductory

    Join our new two-day Wellbeing Champion Training package that has been improved with your valuable feedback. Our training is delivered by experts in the field and focuses on promoting physical health and mental wellbeing messages within your business or community.

    The package includes essential training modules such as Making Every Contact Count, Connect 5 Session 1, and 4 Mental Health Emotional Resilience. Upon completion, you will be fully equipped to assume the role of a Wellbeing Champion, empowered to create a positive impact in the lives of those around you.

  • In-Person Wellbeing Champions

    • Free
    Face to Face
    Introductory

    Join our new two-day Wellbeing Champion Training package that has been improved with your valuable feedback. Our training is delivered by experts in the field and focuses on promoting physical health and mental wellbeing messages within your business or community.

    The package includes essential training modules such as Making Every Contact Count, Connect 5 Session 1, and 4 Mental Health Emotional Resilience. Upon completion, you will be fully equipped to assume the role of a Wellbeing Champion, empowered to create a positive impact in the lives of those around you.

  • Making Every Contact Count (eMECC)

    • Free
    Virtual, Face to Face
    Introductory

    Gain the confidence and skills to support healthy lifestyle conversations in your everyday encounters. MECC is based on having brief empathetic conversations, which can support a person’s motivation to change.

  • Connect 5: Session 1

    • Free
    Virtual, Face to Face
    Introductory

    Connect 5 is a three-session programme that helps individuals improve communication about health and wellbeing. It’s based on ‘Making Every Contact Count’ and equips people with skills to manage mental health, and increase resilience, and wellbeing through positive change.

    Complete Session 1 before booking Sessions 2 and 3

  • Resilience and Self-care

    • Free
    Virtual, Face to Face
    Intermediate

    Self-care is essential for building our resilience. This course is designed to enhance your ability to cope with the various levels of stress we encounter daily. You will be encouraged to explore methods that promote your wellbeing and help you process your emotions. Additionally, you will gain a general understanding of resilience and the principles of self-care.

  • Connect 5: Combined Session 2 and Session 3

    • Free
    Virtual, Face to Face
    Intermediate

    Complete Connect 5 Session 2 and 3 to make health and wellbeing conversations routine. Learn to create positive changes and support mental health and wellbeing.

    Complete Session 1 before booking Session 2 and 3

  • Community Suicide Awareness

    • Free
    Face to Face
    Intermediate

    Information to be announced soon!

  • Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)

    • Paid
    Face to Face
    Advanced

    Fees apply: Available upon a bespoke booking request.

    8-16 delegates are required for the course. Individuals must be 18 years old or older.

    To support and develop practical skills in recognising mental health trigger signs, confidence in guiding someone who needs support and understanding the factors that affect people’s wellbeing and mental health.

  • Mental Health First Aid Refresher Course

    • Paid
    Face to Face
    Advanced

    Fees apply: Available upon a bespoke booking request.

    8-16 delegates are required for the course. Individuals must be 18 years old or older – only available to those who have attended the MHFA 2-day course within the last three years.

    To empower Mental Health First Aiders® who have previously completed MHFA within the
    last 3 years. This course is a great way to demonstrate your commitment to treating mental health and physical health equally both in your workplace and out in the community.

  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST)

    • Paid
    Face to Face
    Advanced

    Fees apply: Available upon a bespoke booking request.

    10-30 delegates are required for the course. Individuals must be 16 years old or older.

    Join us for 2-days to become more confident and skilful in identifying risks to intervene and prevent the immediate risk of suicide.