Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace

Program Overview

This part-time postgraduate program in Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace provides professionals with the knowledge and skills to lead and manage change in organizations, considering health and wellbeing issues. It combines theoretical knowledge with practical application through case studies and real-world examples, preparing graduates for careers in health and wellbeing consulting, change management, and organizational development. The program offers a pathway to the MSc Health and Wellbeing program.

Program Outline

Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace - Postgraduate - Courses - Leeds Trinity University

Degree Overview:

• Overview: This part-time PGCert program allows you to fit your learning around your other work and life commitments.
It provides knowledge and understanding of leading and managing change in organizations, considering health and wellbeing issues.
• Objectives:
• Develop knowledge and understanding of factors influencing health and wellbeing in the workplace.
• Critically evaluate leading and managing change in organizations with a focus on health and wellbeing.
• Explore various definitions of wellbeing and social explanations for health inequalities.
• Discuss issues related to disability, unemployment, sickness, and chronic health issues in the workplace.
• Analyze individual workplace wellbeing support and interventions.
• Contribute to the development of interventions, policy, strategy, and guidance addressing health and wellbeing in the workplace.
• Program Description:
• Designed for professionals with a workplace wellbeing focus who want to develop expertise in this area.
• Delivered online from September to May.
• Combines theoretical knowledge with practical application through case studies and real-world examples.
• Provides a pathway to the MSc Health and Wellbeing program.

Outline:

• Program Content:
• Sociology and psychology of health and wellbeing.
• Leading and managing change in organizations.
• Individual and population health and wellbeing.
• Social determinants of health and wellbeing.
• Health and wellbeing interventions and policies.
• Project management for planning and leading complex projects.
• Program Structure:
• Two modules completed over nine months.
• Each module combines online learning resources with interactive workshops and group discussions.
• Students will complete individual assignments and a group project.
• Course Schedule:
• Module 1: Leading and Managing Change in Health and Wellbeing - September to December.
• Module 2: Workplace Wellbeing - January to May.
• Individual Modules:
• Leading and Managing Change in Health and Wellbeing:
• Focuses on policy agenda and strategies used in wellbeing.
• Explores how individuals can lead and manage change in organizations.
• Discusses preparing, implementing, and evaluating change.
• Considers the role of individuals in leading change.
• Workplace Wellbeing:
• Examines the impact of wellbeing on national issues such as disability, unemployment, and chronic health conditions.
• Analyzes individual workplace wellbeing support and interventions.
• Explores trends and patterns in workplace wellbeing.
• Discusses the influence of public health on local government and private sector approaches to workplace wellbeing.
• Reviews and develops project management skills for planning and leading complex projects.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods:
• Individual assignments (e.g., essays, reports, case studies)
• Group project
• Class participation
• Reflective practice
• Assessment Criteria:
• Demonstrating knowledge and understanding of key concepts and theories.
• Applying knowledge to real-world situations.
• Critical analysis and evaluation of information.
• Effective communication of ideas and arguments.
• Collaboration and teamwork skills.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• Online learning resources including lectures, videos, and readings.
• Interactive workshops and group discussions facilitated by experienced tutors.
• Individual feedback and support from tutors.
• Collaborative learning activities such as group projects and case studies.
• Faculty:
• Experienced and qualified faculty members with expertise in health and wellbeing, change management, and organizational development.
• Unique Approaches:
• Emphasis on practical application of knowledge through case studies and real-world examples.
• Focus on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Integration of theory and practice to equip students with the skills to make a positive contribution to the field.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Health and wellbeing consultant
• Change management specialist
• Organizational development specialist
• Public health professional
• Human resources professional
• Occupational health and safety specialist
• Opportunities:
• Work in a variety of sectors including public, private, and non-profit organizations.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Advise organizations on how to create a healthy and supportive work environment.
• Conduct research on health and wellbeing in the workplace.
• Outcomes:
• Graduates will be well-prepared to make a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of individuals and organizations.
• They will have the knowledge and skills to work in a variety of roles related to health and wellbeing in the workplace.
• The program provides a pathway to further study at the postgraduate level.

Other:

• The program is only open to students who already have the right to live and study in the UK.
• Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
• The program offers a pathway to the MSc Health and Wellbeing program.

Please note:

This information is intended to be a comprehensive overview of the program. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the official Leeds Trinity University website.