Join Us - Staff Training and Events
Health, Wellbeing, Equality and Diversity Training and Events Training.
From workshops and webinars - to walking and wellbeing sessions
This page lists all our free health, wellbeing, equality and diversity training available for staff - along with other health and wellbeing events you can take part in. You can have a look at what's available each month by scrolling down each section. Past training and event information is still available to view in the related content section at the bottom of the page.
To register to attend please just click the sign-up link provided.
We work in partnership with several providers to deliver our training - so it could be delivered online or in person. Please check the details when registering. All training courses delivered meet our Equality Outcomes, Healthy Working Lives programme and Health and Wellbeing initiatives.
This page will be regularly updated as training sessions become available.
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February
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Tuesday 4 February 10:00 am to 10.45am
| Having the Mental Health Conversation - Bitesize Webinar Around one in four of us will experience a mental health problem at some point in our lives, yet people are still afraid to talk about it. Talking openly and honestly can be the first step towards better mental health for everyone. It can reduce stigma and help people feel comfortable to seek help when they need it. That's why, in the run up to this years' Time to Talk Day on 6 February, we are joining forces with the Scottish Association for Mental Health (SAMH) who will be delivering this bite sized session to help equip us with the skills to have mental health conversations in the workplace. This session is for anyone with an interest on this subject. The session will:
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4 February 2025 10am - 12pm MS Teams | Making the Most of Your Money Learn how to make the most of your money through the use of simple budgeting techniques, finding out how the credit scoring system works, understanding debt, borrowing and 'buy now, pay later' schemes. Delivered by Glasgow Credit Union, in partnership with NHS GGC Employment & Health Team, this online session aims to support staff with their financial wellbeing. |
6 February 12noon - 1pm MS Teams: Register Here | Time to Talk: Getting Comfortable Talking About Mental Health Join the conversation on Getting Comfortable Talking About Mental Health. This webinar highlights how conversations can break down barriers to people seeking help. |
6 February 2025 11am - 12pm Online Sign Up *Requires an ENEI account, free for GCC staff and simple to set up. | Race Equality in Action: Empowering Change, One Step at a Time This Race Equality Week (3-9 Feb), ENEI invite all staff to attend this live online event where they will be:
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12 February 2025 10am - 12.30pm MS Teams | Disability Awareness Training for Employees Join us for this informative online session with Glasgow Disability Alliance (GDA) which will provide you with a broad understanding of disability equality issues in the workplace. Develop key knowledge and build confidence in implementing best practice in your workplace engagement with disabled people who are service users |
12 February 2025 10am to 4pm Click here to register on the Public Health Scotland portal. Please note that the MS Teams link to join will be sent to you separately following registration in advance of the session. | Mentally Healthy Workplaces Line Manager Training A supportive manager can be crucial in supporting wellbeing, spotting early signs of distress, and initiating early intervention. This course has been designed by Public Health Scotland to:
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13 February 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm The Online Sign Up requires an ENEI account, free for GCC staff and simple to set up. | LGBT+ History Month: Activism and Social Change ENEI invite all staff to attend this live online event where they will be exploring the history of LGBT+ activism and its ongoing impact on social change, inspiring progress in our workplaces and communities. |
19 February 11am - 12noon Zoom: Register Here | Inclusive Leadership: Creating a Culture of Belonging Join us for an interview with ENEI CEO Sandi Wassmer as she shares insights on building and leading an inclusive, thriving workplace culture. |
19 February 2025 1.30pm - 4.30pm MS Teams Sign Up | Menopause Awareness for Managers Delivered in partnership with City of Glasgow College, this training will cover the impact of menopause in personal, social, and work situations and look at solution focused questioning within the GROW Model to support team members going through the menopause. |
20 February 2025 10am - 10.45am MS Teams Sign Up | Cancer and the Workplace Webinar Join PAM Wellness in this short bite-size webinar which will explore the potential emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis on an individual as well as those around them. Find out how you can support an employee who has been given a cancer diagnosis, as well as family/carers of those affected by cancer and the wider team. |
25 February 2025 10am - 12.30pm MS Teams Sign Up | Disability Awareness Training for Managers This training, delivered in partnership with Glasgow Disability Alliance (GDA) will enable recruiting managers to be confident implementing best practices in the recruitment and support of disabled employees. The session will cover how best to promote opportunities to disabled people, how to discuss an individual's support needs, and reasonable adjustments. |
26 February 2025 Bookable 15 min slots available throughout the day from 10am to 2.30pm Limited spaces fill up fast on first come, first serve basis so email Grace now to Sign Up | Seated Acupressure Massage - Incorporate Massage Sessions Discover the wellbeing benefits that can be gained from taking time out of your busy day to relax with a 15 minute (fully clothed) seated acupressure massage. The massage uses Swedish Massage Techniques and includes head, neck, shoulders, back, hands and arms, to help reduce stress.
*2025 price - increased from £15 to £16 for 15 minutes |
March
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Monday 3 March 2 - 3pm Online Sign Up | Saving Energy at Home Many people are worried about the rising cost of energy or perhaps the urgent problem of climate change. Home Energy Scotland (HES) is funded by the Scottish Government, providing free, impartial advice and support. Join this one-hour webinar, hosted by GGC NHS, to find out how to save energy and reduce fuel bills, enabling you to save money whilst doing your bit for the planet. |
Wednesday 5 March 2pm - 4.30pm Online Sign Up | Disability Awareness Training for Managers This training will enable recruiting managers to be confident implementing best practices in the recruitment and support of disabled employees. The session will cover how best to promote opportunities to disabled people, how to discuss an individual's support needs, and reasonable adjustments. |
Wednesday 5 March 10am - 12pm MS Teams | Supporting employees with long term health conditions Raising awareness of long-term health conditions (LTC's) and the impact of these in the workplace. Improve your knowledge and understanding of both legislation and best practice in supporting employees with LTC's and the risks of not managing the process correctly. Delivered by the Health Improvement team, NHS GGC and suitable for line managers. |
Thursday 6 March and Thursday 13 March 9.30am-12.30pm MS Teams Sign Up | Women's Confidence Delivered over two half-day sessions, this course will give you the opportunity to put 'you' at the top of the agenda to think about how life and work is at the moment. Learn how to make the most of your mind, control your thoughts and find focus. Start to understand the power dynamics in your relationships at work. You are required to attend both sessions to complete the course. |
Wednesday 12 March 1.30 - 4.30 pm MS Teams Sign Up | Working and Managing in a Diverse Environment In partnership with City of Glasgow College we have developed this course which will cover what do equality, diversity and inclusion mean, summary of rationale and benefits of ED&I, discuss challenges and barriers, identify solutions and support .You will have the opportunity to explore this subject through a mix of training materials and guided discussions and exercises. |
Tuesday 18 March 10-11am MS Teams Sign Up | Financial Wellbeing Workshop - Credit and Debt In the run up to Debt Awareness Week this year, we are hosting this 1-hour webinar in partnership with Money Advice Scotland who will discuss the main factors to think about when borrowing money, and where people can get help if they are struggling with repayments. This session is suitable for anyone with an interest. |
Tuesday 18 March 10 - 11.30am Zoom Sign Up | Conversation Café toolkit for women's health - information and support session This session provides information on the ALLIANCE Conversation Café toolkit and advice on how to use it. The session is for anyone considering using the toolkit to host a Conversation Café, facilitators who have already used it but are looking for tips and support. And for those who are generally interested in promoting positive discussion spaces on women's health. |
Tuesday 18 March 2 - 3pm MS Teams Sign Up | Supporting Mental Health: Breathing Space Webinar/Q&A Find out about mental health services provided by NHS 24, including Breathing Space. Learn more about the 'You Matter, We Care campaign - for better mental health in Scotland and find out about other resources and support available. |
Thursday 20 March 10 - 10.30am Online Sign Up | Emotional Regulation for Managers - PAM Wellness The aim of this workshop is to educate managers about how personality types impact emotional regulation in the workplace. The workshop will show how different personalities respond to stressful/demanding situations and will explore approaches managers should use to match the personality type and to facilitate employees managing their emotions and working more productively. |
Thursday 20 March 11am - 12pm Online Sign Up *Requires an ENEI account, which is free and simple to set up. Click to Sign Up and follow instructions. | Open to All: thinking Differently - Neurodiversity and Work Understanding neurodiversity is key to creating an inclusive workplace. ENEI are running this panel event featuring guest speakers who will share their insights and practical strategies to support neurodivergent employees. |
25 March 2025 Bookable 15 min slots available throughout the day from 10am to 2.30pm Limited spaces fill up fast on first come, first serve basis so email Grace now to Sign Up | Seated Acupressure Massage - Incorporate Massage Sessions (cost involved)
Discover the wellbeing benefits that can be gained from taking time out of your busy day to relax with a 15 minute (fully clothed) seated acupressure massage. The massage uses Swedish Massage Techniques and includes head, neck, shoulders, back, hands and arms, to help reduce stress.
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April
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1 April 2025 12 - 1.15pm Zoom Sign Up | Taking care of your bowel and gut health Webinar April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. This session delivered by ALLIANCE will discuss women's bowel health, including what we can all be doing to look after our gut and what we can do if we have a concern |
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