IOSH Managing Occupational Health & Wellbeing
The IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing course is designed to equip managers and supervisors across various sectors with the essential tools and techniques to enhance health and wellbeing within their organisations. This comprehensive programme focuses on the importance of managing the health of employees, considering health needs assessments, recognising 'well' employees and assisting colleagues in their return to work after an illness. By enrolling in this course participants will develop the knowledge and skills required to foster a healthier and more productive workplace.
Delivery Methods:
Online
Duration:
One day equivalent
What does the IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing course cover?
The IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing course covers a range of crucial topics to equip managers and supervisors with the knowledge and skills required to enhance health and wellbeing in the workplace. The course content includes:
A healthy company: Understanding why managing workplace health and wellbeing is a sound business decision. Participants will explore the benefits of creating a healthy workplace, which includes improved employee satisfaction and overall organisational performance
Health risk management: Delving into the principles of managing health risks in the workplace. This section guides participants in identifying and mitigating health-related risks to ensure a safer and healthier work environment
Fitness for work: Exploring the concept of 'fitness for work' and its significance in managing fluctuations in employees' health status. Participants will learn how to assess and address an employee's readiness to perform their job safely
Promotion of wellbeing programmes: Providing insights into how promoting wellbeing programmes can positively influence and add value to an organisation. This part of the course offers practical strategies for implementing and managing effective wellbeing initiatives.
Upon successfully finishing this course you will be able to:
Manage and promote wellbeing:
Implement evidence-based practices to create a culture of wellbeing that resonates with employees, fostering a happier and more engaged workforce.
Address workplace health risks:
Expertly recognise potential health hazards and proactively mitigate them, ensuring a safer and healthier working environment for all.
Assess employee fitness:
Skilfully evaluate employees' readiness to perform their duties safely and provide tailored support to facilitate their smooth reintegration into the workforce after illness.
Enhance wellbeing strategies:
Craft customised wellbeing initiatives and policies tailored to your organisation's unique needs, resulting in a more vibrant and prosperous workplace for everyone.
Benefits of the course:
For employers
- Improved organisational awareness: Promotion of organisation-wide awareness of health and wellbeing, fostering a supportive workplace culture that attracts and retains top talent
- Increased productivity: Creation of a more productive, innovative and competitive organisation , leading to enhanced customer satisfaction and business growth
- Reduction in lost work hours: Fewer hours lost due to employee ill-health, resulting in a streamlined workflow and reduced operational disruptions.
For delegates
- Adoption of healthier habits: Increased likelihood that employees will adopt and maintain healthier habits through wellbeing workshops, resulting in a happier and more engaged workforce, both at work and in their personal lives
- Greater productivity: Improved productivity and a more proactive approach to work, ensuring career advancement and personal growth for delegates who embrace wellbeing principles.
For employers
- Improved organisational awareness: Promotion of organisation-wide awareness of health and wellbeing, fostering a supportive workplace culture that attracts and retains top talent
- Increased productivity: Creation of a more productive, innovative and competitive organisation , leading to enhanced customer satisfaction and business growth
- Reduction in lost work hours: Fewer hours lost due to employee ill-health, resulting in a streamlined workflow and reduced operational disruptions.
For delegates
- Adoption of healthier habits: Increased likelihood that employees will adopt and maintain healthier habits through wellbeing workshops, resulting in a happier and more engaged workforce, both at work and in their personal lives
- Greater productivity: Improved productivity and a more proactive approach to work, ensuring career advancement and personal growth for delegates who embrace wellbeing principles.
This course is tailored to meet your needs if:
✓ Managers and supervisors: If you hold a position where you're accountable for the wellbeing of your team this course equips you with the knowledge and skills to fulfill that responsibility effectively. You'll learn to implement strategies that nurture a healthier and happier workforce - ultimately contributing to a more successful and harmonious work environment
✓ You seek practical advice and tools: This course is an ideal choice for individuals who are proactive about creating a healthier and safer workplace. By enrolling you gain access to practical advice and proven tools that can be implemented immediately
✓ You want to enhance your organisation's productivity: If you're looking to boost your organisation's performance this course provides the roadmap to do just that. By prioritising employee wellbeing you'll foster an environment where employees are more engaged, innovative and motivated.
Why choose the IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing course?
The IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing course stands out for several reasons:
Prioritise employee wellbeing:
Create a safer and more supportive work environment which prioritises the health and wellbeing of your employees
Practical advice and tools:
Gain access to practical advice, tools and techniques that you can apply directly to create a healthier workplace
Enhance productivity:
Healthier, more engaged employees tend to be more productive, contributing to the success of your organisation
Boost employee satisfaction:
A happier workforce with improved job satisfaction means employees are more likely to stay with your organisation
Improve organisational performance:
Fewer disruptions due to employee ill-health and a more efficient workflow
Gain a competitive edge:
Attract top talent, retain experienced staff and appeal to clients and customers who value socially responsible businesses
How does the enrolment process work?
Upon payment for the course, you will be sent a unique enrolment key which will be used to enrol on the course. This key will be sent during office hours, Monday to Friday between 08:00 and 17:00.
Can I activate my key whenever I like?
Enrolment keys have an expiry date, which will be communicated to you in your welcome email. This can vary from a few weeks to several months. Therefore, we suggest waiting until you are ready to start your course before purchasing your licence, or alternatively contacting us to let us know when you aim to start your course. We can then advise you further.
What happens once I have activated my key?
Once the key is activated, this will count as a successful registration onto the course. Once registered, access to the course is for six months.
How long do I have to complete my course and assesements?
All course materials and assessments must be completed within the six-month period. If the course and assessments are not completed within the required time frame, or the assessments are not passed, additional charges will apply to continue the course.
Take the first step towards a safer workplace today with the IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing Training Course
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