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Can I just enroll in a single course?

Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.

Is financial aid available?

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Can I take the course for free?

No, you cannot take this course for free. When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.

Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace Specialization

Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace Specialization

Promote Vitality in Changing & Dynamic Workplaces. Gain the tools and understanding to enhance your physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being in a dynamic work environment.

Instructor: Tyler Jameson, MBA, CPHR

Included with Coursera Plus

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3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Beginner level

No prior experience required

2 months at 5 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Earn a career credential

Share your expertise with employers

3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Beginner level

No prior experience required

2 months at 5 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Earn a career credential

Share your expertise with employers

What you'll learn

Master work-life balance, excel in virtual teams, create an ergonomic workspace, and prioritize your health and safety.
Learn skills and insights to harness your emotions, enhance your relationships, and cultivate a positive and productive work environment.
Explore the foundations of mental health and the signs of distress, while developing effective communication and support strategies.

Overview

This specialization is intended for working professionals, in both leadership and non-leadership roles, seeking to learn ways they can establish a better work-life balance for themselves and their employees. You'll learn strategies to manage work-life balance, master virtual teams, create ergonomic workspaces, and champion occupational health and safety. Through three courses, you will cover the physical, emotional, and cognitive elements of modern jobs, preparing you to create an inclusive, progressive, and enterprising work environment. Once you complete this specialization, you'll be empowered to lead and contribute to a workplace where individuals can achieve their full potential.

Are you ready to be a part of a more successful workforce that promotes a results-oriented culture?

What’s included

Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Taught in English

35 practice exercises

Advance your subject-matter expertise

Learn in-demand skills from university and industry experts
Master a subject or tool with hands-on projects
Develop a deep understanding of key concepts
Earn a career certificate from University of Alberta

Specialization - 3 course series

Physical Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace

Course 113 hoursView course

What you'll learn

Understand the concept and benefits of work-life balance, especially in a remote working environment
Learn how to use technology to improve your experience in virtual teams, based on the latest research and best practices
Explore the legal and ethical aspects of occupational health and safety, and how to identify and prevent potential hazards in your environment.

Skills you'll gain

Occupational Health, Communication, Safety Training, Goal Setting, Stress Management, Injury Prevention, Collaboration, Self-Starter, Productivity, Composure, Teamwork, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Time Management, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Mindfulness, Prioritization, and Virtual Teams

Cognitive Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace

Course 212 hoursView course

What you'll learn

Explore the foundations of mental health, learn to recognize signs of distress, and develop effective communication and support strategies.
Engage in activities to enhance your communication skills, and approach to supporting individuals with mental health challenges in the workplace
Learn to develop a proactive crisis management plan, and effective communication techniques in acute situations.

Skills you'll gain

Mindfulness, Workplace inclusivity, Empathy, Resilience, Crisis Management, Employee Engagement, Mental Health, Stress Management, Human Resource Policies, Self-Awareness, Occupational Safety And Health, Communication, and Diversity and Inclusion

Emotional Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace

Course 312 hoursView course

What you'll learn

Learn the skills and insights to harness your emotions, enhance your relationships, and cultivate a positive and productive work environment.
Learn how to identify and resolve workplace conflict using emotional intelligence skills.
Learn about the importance and benefits of workplace recognition, and effective recognition programs using emotional intelligence skills.

Skills you'll gain

Stress Management, Conflict Management, Empathy, Mindfulness, Recognizing Others, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Policy Development, Leadership, Resilience, and Relationship Building