learning & development

mental Health & Wellbeing Training

Why Mental Health Matters at Work

Mental health is no longer a personal issue—it’s a workplace priority. At Back2Basics, we equip organisations to create mentally healthy workplaces through practical strategies, policies, and awareness.

Productivity, revenue, and morale are directly impacted

15% of working-age adults live with a mental disorder

Poor mental health leads to absenteeism, errors, presenteeism, and poor decision-making

RM14.46 billion was the estimated workplace mental health cost to Malaysia (2018)

What This Training Covers

Day 1: Foundations of Mental Health at Work

Understanding mental health and types of mental illness
Barriers to mental health access and overcoming stigma
Recognising symptoms, stress, and burnout
Building self-care, resilience, and psychological safety

Day 2: Organisational Strategy for Mental Wellbeing

Employer responsibilities under the Mental Health Act
Creating policies, support systems, and wellbeing champions
Co-designing sustainable mental health strategies

HR professionals, team leaders, and supervisors
Business owners looking to support staff wellbeing
Workplace wellness coordinators and mental health advocates

Identify early warning signs of mental health challenges
Implement wellbeing strategies that align with Malaysian law
Build a safe and supportive workplace culture

Trainers You’ll Learn From

Back2Basics programs are led by experienced HRDCorp-certified trainers with expertise in employee wellbeing, employment law, and organisational transformation.

Let’s Build a Healthier Workplace

Ready to invest in your team’s wellbeing? Contact us to register your organisation.

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Let’s Build Stronger Teams Together

Whether you need strategic guidance or practical HR support, we’re here to help.

+6012 516 2687

enquiry@back2basics.com.my

Ernest Balasingam