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Health and Wellness of Your Team
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Health and Wellness of Your Team
Enhance your construction health and wellness expertise with this course designed for construction professionals. Learn mental health management, hazard awareness, and more.
Instructor: Procore Construction Education Team
1 hour
2,081 students
Last reviewed 9/2024
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Course Description
This course offers practical guidance for construction professionals looking to create a supportive environment for their teams. Ideal for construction superintendent and construction leaders, this course equips you with the knowledge to make positive changes on the jobsite. Mental and physical health challenges are common on jobsites, with factors like high stress and demanding working conditions contributing to these issues. This course dives into methods that construction supervisors, managers, and team leaders can use to identify and address both mental and physical health concerns effectively. With insights from industry data and mental health experts, learners will gain pragmatic skills to better understand and support the well-being of their crews.
This course is broken into three sections. You’ll start with exploring the prevalence and impact of mental health issues in the construction industry. In this section you will learn to identify signs of mental health challenges and explore strategies for creating supportive environments. In the next section, you will dive into the physical demands of construction and how to encourage physical fitness on your sites and within your teams. In the last section, you will gain knowledge on identifying and managing hazardous materials commonly found on jobsites. Each section provides important context and actionable strategies, from recognizing early signs of distress to implementing wellness initiatives like crew sports teams. By the end of the course, participants will know how to connect employees with helpful resources and create an environment that fosters resilience and safety, benefiting both the crew and overall productivity.
By the end of the course, you will have a deeper understanding of how to enhance jobsite safety, create healthier work environments, and promote team unity. You’ll walk away with skills to develop actionable plans to enhance safety and promote well-being on construction sites.
Learning Objectives
Identify and address mental health issues within construction teams.
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Implement strategies to incentivize physical fitness among crew members.
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Recognize and manage hazardous substances on construction jobsites.
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Understand legal rights related to mental health and employment.
Prerequisites
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Learning Level: Intermediate
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Prerequisite Knowledge: Basic understanding of construction site operations and standard safety practices
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Recommended Knowledge: Familiarity with workplace wellness initiatives and general occupational health guidelines
Continuing Education Course Credits
Course Title: Health and Wellness of Your Team
Course Number: 211-2022
Session Number: 1
Curriculum Group Name: AIA Providers
Credit: 1 AIA LU
Course Expiration Date: 04/27/2025
Procore's Continuing Education courses may qualify for continuing education credits with other professional organizations or fulfill state licensing requirements. If you are a member of a different organization, you can download your course completion certificate from your learning profile and report your completion yourself to the organization for potential credit. Please refer to the organization's continuing education requirements for course eligibility information.
AIA CES Provider statement
Procore Technologies is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 40108059. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course designed for the construction industry?
Yes. The course addresses unique mental health issues specific to construction, where high-stress conditions, intense physical demands, and isolated work can take a toll on well-being. It provides tools to recognize and manage mental health factors unique to jobsites, such as long hours, dispersed teams, and access to potentially hazardous equipment and chemicals. Through real-world examples and industry data, the course equips construction leaders with insights and techniques they can apply directly to their teams, ensuring a safer, more supportive environment.
Will I learn how to handle mental health conversations with my team?
Yes. The course offers guidance on how to approach mental health conversations thoughtfully, helping you create a safe space for crew members to share concerns. You’ll get tips for initiating open dialogue, listening actively, and handling sensitive information with respect. The course also covers how to offer support or recommend professional resources when needed, building trust and fostering a positive work culture on the jobsite.
What's Next
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Instructors
Procore Construction Education Team
Procore’s Construction Education team is composed of former industry professionals who have held roles such as Estimator, Project Manager, and Owner’s Representative. They are dedicated to showing you "how construction works" through practical and engaging education. With a wealth of real-world experience and a deep passion for adult education, they are committed to being your trusted partner in construction learning. Our team is passionate about supporting you every step of the way on your construction learning journey.