Overview:

This project is a self-paced eLearning course designed to help employees recognize signs of mental health challenges in the workplace and respond appropriately with empathy and professionalism.

 

Project Title:
Recognizing & Responding to Mental Health Needs at Work

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The Problem:

Many employees want to support their coworkers but feel unsure about:

• What signs to look for

• How to approach someone

• What to say without overstepping

This lack of confidence can lead to missed opportunities for support or unintentional harm.

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The Goal:

To create an engaging training experience that helps learners:

• Identify common signs of mental health concerns

• Respond in a supportive and appropriate way

• Understand boundaries and available resources

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My Role:
Instructional Designer & eLearning Developer

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Tools Used:
Articulate Rise, Storyline

 

My Process:

1. Analysis

Identified learner challenges around recognizing and responding to mental health needs in professional settings.

2. Design

• Created a structured 5-lesson course

• Focused on real-world application

• Incorporated reflection and scenario-based learning

3. Development

• Built interactive lessons in Rise

• Integrated Storyline activities for deeper engagement

• Designed scenario-based interactions to simulate real conversations

4. Implementation

Developed a self-paced course allowing learners to engage with content at their own pace.

5. Evaluation

Included knowledge checks, reflection prompts, and practical scenarios to reinforce learning.

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The Solution:

A multi-module interactive course that combines:

• Real-life scenarios

• Reflection activities

• Practical response strategies

Learners are guided through recognizing warning signs and practicing appropriate responses in a safe, simulated environment.

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Results:
Improved awareness and confidence in responding to workplace mental health situations.