Wellness in the Workplace (1st Edition), Instructor Edition

Wellness In The Workplace (1st Edition)

Course Specifications

Course Number: CCT–018_rev4.0

Course Length: Self-study or classroom training

Course Description

The 50-Minute Manager Series was designed to cover critical business and professional development topics in the shortest time possible. Our easy-to-read, easy-to-understand format can be used for self-study or classroom training, or even office training. With a wealth of hands-on exercises, the 50-Minute books keep you engaged and help you retain critical skills.

Geared toward management, this book explores the benefits of a well-planned organizational wellness program. Case studies and exercises outline the components of an effective health program and its often unappreciated contribution to business success.

Course Content

Section 1: The Whys of Workplace Wellness

Runaway Health Costs
Chronic Disease Rears Its Head
Lifestyle Choices
Worksite Wellness
Company Benefits
Hale and Hearty Programs

Section 2: Paving the Way Toward Wellness

Wellness Programs at Work
Management Issues
Employee Involvement
Diverse Program Models
Operating Methods
Health Risk Inventories and Appraisals

Section 3: Winning Program Designs

Strategies for Planning
Nine Core Wellness Programs
Core 1: Nutrition
Core 2: Hypertension
Core 3: Stress Management
Core 4: Fitness and Exercise
Core 5: Smoking and Cessation
Core 6: Alcohol and Drug Prevention
Core 7: Weight Control
Core 8: Safety and Accident Prevention
Core 9: Employee Assistance Programs
Dozens of Ideas

Section 4: No Cost, Low Cost Health Promotion Ideas

Screening Programs
Resource Library
Support Groups
Vending Machines
Cafeteria/Dining Room
Newsletter
Breaks
Activity Clubs
Classes
Lunchtime
Wellness Week
Theme Weeks
Payroll Inserts
Special Events & Competitions
Poster Campaigns
Presentations
Demonstrations
Testimonials
Wellness Bulletin Board
Health Magazines & Newsletters
Blood Pressure Kits
Wellness Logo
Wellness Calendar
Films
Health Fair

Section 5: Moving On

Program Evaluation
Expansion
Wellness Councils
16 Ways to Jazz Up a Tired Program
Let's Get Going

Section 6: Resources

Resources