Wellness Supports workshops

The Wellness Supports team offers free mental health and wellness workshops designed to transform the ability of students, staff and faculty to support themselves and others. In addition, the team is also available to provide consultations to increase awareness of on-/off-campus resources, enhance support strategies and strengthen supporters' confidence.

Service Offerings

Regular workshops:
• Community Helpers (3-day program)
• How to Have a Supportive Conversation (3 hours)
• Suicide Prevention (2-hour Question, Persuade, Refer certification)
Workshops available by request:
• Alcohol and Substance Use
• Indigenous Student Wellness
• Suicide Prevention: Indigenous Focus
• Supporting People in Distress
• Trauma-Informed Support

How to Access

  • Visit the webpage to view a list of available workshops, including links to upcoming sessions.
  • Request a workshop for a group of 10 or more by filling out the appropriate Google Form.
  • Request a tailored consultation by emailing wellsupport@ualberta.ca.

Location

289 Central Academic Building (CAB). Workshop locations may vary, including online.

Hours of Operation
September - April: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
May - August: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Varies by scheduled training sessions. Consultation available during regular business hours.

What to Expect

Participants can expect professional, trauma-informed facilitation; clear guidance on helping skills; timely consultation support; and accurate referrals to appropriate campus and community resources.
A team member will respond to a request for a workshop within two business days.

Cost

No charge for service

Special Conditions

  • Minimum of 10 participants required for group training
  • Presentation request must be submitted in advance
  • Consultation supports helpers, not therapy recipients
  • Not a replacement for counselling or crisis services

Contact

wellsupport@ualberta.ca

Relevant Links

Wellness Supports Workshops

Audience: Undergraduate students, Graduate students, Employees

Home Campus: All

Delivery format: In-Person: North Campus, Virtual/Phone Meeting

Access: Scheduled Events, By Appointment

Service Provider: Student Success & Experience (SSE)

Language: English