The Working Mind

The Working Mind (TWM) is an accredited, certification program developed by the Mental Health Commission of Canada. Its primary goal is to promote mental health literacy and reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness in the workplace.

It teaches early recognition of mental health changes, practical coping strategies ("Big Four"), and how to support colleagues and find resources. TWM also builds communication skills for open mental health discussions.

This course strongly emphasizes self-care and resilience to recognize and prevent burnout. The specialized managers' component equips current and aspiring leaders to better support their teams through regular workplace stressors and corporate crises.

The Working Mind (TWM) and Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) are distinct programs. TWM emphasizes building self-resilience and proactive workplace mental health measures. In contrast, MHFA is a reactive approach focused on supporting individuals experiencing mental health challenges and crises in diverse settings. Combining TWM's proactive focus with MHFA's reactive support creates a more comprehensive mental health strategy.

The Working Mind (TWM) is a versatile program beneficial for all employees to enhance their mental health literacy, recognize changes in themselves and others, learn coping strategies, and reduce stigma. It is particularly beneficial for managers, supervisors, and team leaders to equip them with skills to support their teams, have mental health conversations, and understand workplace accommodations.

TWM has been adapted for various specific sectors like trades, healthcare, and first responders to address unique stressors, making it relevant for a wide range of professionals and anyone interested in fostering a more mentally healthy and supportive environment.

Yes, upon successful completion of a TWM course, participants receive a certificate of completion. The validity of this certification comes from the Mental Health Commission of Canada.

No prior experience or specific qualifications are required to take The Working Mind.

The Working Mind offers a participant-centered learning experience through interactive, facilitator-led training. Expect engaging group discussions, self-reflections and practical application of concepts via scenario-based activities and role-playing.

Our interactive online mental health training aims to create a comfortable and supportive space for building your skills.

While The Working Mind involve discussions and scenario-based learning, you will not be expected or pressured to share your personal experiences with mental health challenges. However, some participants may choose to share voluntarily if they feel comfortable doing so. The training environment aims to be respectful and supportive of everyone's comfort levels regarding personal disclosure about mental health.

If you feel uncomfortable during any part of our training, it's important to communicate this to the facilitator. Certified facilitators are trained to create a safe and supportive learning environment and can offer support or adjust activities as needed. You are always in control of the level of your participation, and it's okay to take breaks or step back if you feel overwhelmed. The goal of the mental health training is to empower you, not to cause distress.

Yes, The Working Mind can be tailored for specific industries and sectors. While publicly available iMindify courses are generally not industry-specific, customized programs are available for private group bookings upon request.

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Our accredited training portfolio features programs such as MHFA for Adults Supporting Youth, The Working Mind, and Workplace Psychological Health & Safety. Furthermore, we are expanding our offerings with self-directed options and additional accredited programs from the Mental Health Commission of Canada.