Course Overview:
The Production Guild of Great Britain recognises the need to embed a positive wellbeing framework within the industry and hopes that by increasing individual knowledge and awareness this will eventually lead to an improvement in workplace practices and greater support for those struggling with their mental health.
In response to the current mental health crisis in the production community, The Production Guild of Great Britain has partnered with mental health company, Solas Mind, and commissioned a certificate course for the industry: 'Supporting Mental Health'.
This workshop will increase awareness and understanding around mental health and will help individuals to recognise the signs and offer support to people suffering from mental distress in the workplace and in the community.
'This course is an ideal starting point if you are interested in mental health, both for your personal and professional life. Very informative with lots of helpful tips that I look forward to using soon.' Silvia Felce
‘Most valuable course, I would encourage everyone to attend if able.’ Jane Winkles
What does the course cover:
- What is mental health
- What is a mentally healthy workplace
- Tips for creating a supportive environment
- What influences mental health
- The stress and vulnerability model
- Recognising the signs someone is struggling
- Listening and supporting
- Safeguarding
- How individuals can support their own self-care and build resilience
- Q and A
This PGGB Certificate course aims to:
- Increase knowledge and empathy in relation to mental health and wellbeing
- Give individuals the ability to identify the key signs of distress and offer support
- Improve confidence in dealing with mental health issues
- Embed positive self-care practices
- Reduce stigma and discrimination
- Connect individuals and create supportive social circles
This course will be run remotely using Zoom
Cost for the course:
PGGB Members: £85 + VAT
Non-members: £105 + VAT
Tutor
This workshop has been designed by Sarah McCaffrey, who has combined her experience of working in film and media and as a qualified psychotherapist (MBACP) and Suicide First Aid trainer to create Solas Mind; offering mental health advice and support in the film and TV industry.