| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-01-26 | - |
| 2027-01-26 | - |
Program Overview
Course Overview
PROS662: Wellness in the Workplace
This 12-week online course focuses on managing stress and promoting well-being. Covering mental health in the workplace, the course material is designed to help participants understand and manage everyday stressors that can impact both personal and professional well-being. Participants will explore practical strategies and tools from current research and experts in the field of mental health and well-being to help identify and manage stressors and achieve a work-life balance.
Target Audience
The course is ideal for:
- Working professionals and students interested in improving their mental health and well-being at work or at school
- Individuals seeking to learn practical skills and tools to manage stress, set boundaries, and achieve a manageable work-life balance
- Those interested in developing a customized wellness plan
Delivery Method
This course is delivered asynchronously online, allowing participants to engage with flexibility at their own convenience. This method provides a balance between self-paced learning and structured coursework while promoting a supportive community where participants can share experiences and ideas.
Professional Development
This course will count towards completion of the Post-Graduate Certificate in Workplace Training and Development. Students who complete the Post-Graduate Certificate will be eligible to receive advanced standing in the laddering option offered by the Faculty of Education. The laddering option is a customizable graduate experience that includes three different credentials within one course, allowing students to progress through successive credentials while carrying forward course credits.
Course Fees
- The course fee is CAD$650.00.
- Course fees include:
- Full access to comprehensive course content
- Timely feedback from a subject matter expert on assignments
- Shareable Badge of Completion (Queen's University)
- Credit toward the Post-Graduate Certificate in Workplace Training and Development
Learning Outcomes
In this course, participants will have the opportunity to:
- Explore the impact of stress on overall wellness
- Examine and practice strategies to curb stress and promote mental health and well-being
- Collate pertinent resources for ongoing support
- Create an actionable wellness plan
Course Outline
| Week | Modules | Minimum Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Module 1: Being Well | 6 |
| 2 | Module 2: Wellness in the Workplace | 6 |
| 3-4 | Module 3: Impacts of Stress | 10 |
| 5-6 | Module 4: Healthy Expectations | 10 |
| 7-8 | Module 5: Building Strategies | 10 |
| 9 | Module 6: Nurturing Mindfulness | 6 |
| 10 | Module 7: Movement and Meditation | 6 |
| 11-12 | Module 8: Personal Wellness Plan | 11 |
| Total hours | 65 |
Course Schedule
- Session: Winter 2026
- Course Dates: Jan 26, 2026 Apr 03, 2026
- Registration Deadline: Jan 16, 2026 at 4pm ET
- Payment Deadline: Jan 22, 2026 at 4pm ET
Application Requirements
While a post-secondary degree/diploma is not required, it is recommended for this course.
Required Technology
A smartphone or a computer with a web camera and microphone.
Course Materials
This course has no required resources.
Accommodations
Applicants who require special accommodations are asked to:
- Contact the administration at least 1 week prior to the start of the course to allow enough time for appropriate accommodations to be made.
- Provide necessary documentation upon request.