Student workshops
Counselling and Psychological Services (CAPS) offers free workshops and webinars on a range of personal development, mental health and wellbeing issues each semester. Mental Health First Aid and other training programs are also available for both students and staff.
On this page:
Tuesday lunchtime workshops
Break free from anxiety workshops
International student workshops
Mid-week mindfulness
Webinars
Special interest workshops
Mental Health First Aid training
2019 student workshop program
Download a copy of the Student Workshop Program (PDF 207.1 KB)
Tuesday lunchtime workshops
No registration required. Arrive early to get a seat!
| Workshop | Date/time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Enhance your academic performance Life skills to improve your motivation and performance |
Tuesday 6 August 1-2PM |
Stop 1 Level 1 - Room 109 |
| Overcoming procrastination Explore ways to stay on track and get things done |
Tuesday 13 August 1-2PM |
Stop 1 Level 1 - Room 109 |
| Creating social connections Feel more confident and connected in social situations |
Tuesday 27 August 1-2PM |
Stop 1 Level 1 - Room 109 |
| Optimising focus and attention Train your attention, build concentration, remain calm and focused under pressure |
Tuesday 3 September 1-2PM |
Stop 1 Level 1 - Room 109 |
| Assertive communication Learn to express yourself more clearly and confidently |
Tuesday 17 September 1-2PM |
Stop 1 Level 1 - Room 109 |
| Resilience and wellbeing Build resilience, manage stress, and live a happier, more meaningful life | Tuesday 8 October 1-2PM | Stop 1 Level 1 - Room 110 |
Break free from anxiety workshops
Learn and practise psychological skills to better manage stress and anxiety.
| Workshop | Date/time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Break free from anxiety (2 x half-day workshops) |
Friday 16 August and Friday 23 August 1-4.30pm | To be advised | Registration closed |
| Break free from anxiety (2 x half-day workshops) |
Thursday 12 September and Thursday 19 September 9.30am-1pm | To be advised | Registration closed |
| Break free from anxiety (full-day workshop) |
Wednesday 2 October 9.30am - 4.30pm | To be advised | Registration open |
| Break free from anxiety (full-day workshop) |
Friday 1 November 9.30am-4.30pm | To be advised | Opens 14 October |
International student workshops
Share and reflect on your experience as an international student and extend your social network. Gain support from counsellors and other international students in learning ways to adjust to a new environment, build meaningful relationships, and maintain positive wellbeing.
| Workshop | Date/time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
Settling in as an international student |
Wednesday 31 July 3-5 PM | To be advised | Registration closed |
Settling in as an international student |
Wednesday 9 October 3-5 PM | To be advised | Opens 23 September |
Mid-week mindfulness
Learn about mindfulness through brief guided exercises. No registration required - just drop in!
| Workshop | Date/time | Location |
|---|---|---|
Mid-week mindfulness | Every Wednesday, 31 July - 23 October | Parkville campus Leigh Scott Room, Baillieu Library |
Webinars
| Webinar | Date/time | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Social anxiety program This three-week online program will help you understand social anxiety and offer strategies to overcome it. |
| Registration closed |
Special interest workshops
| Workshop | Date/time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
Studying on the spectrum How to survive and thrive at uni with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). |
Tuesday 10 September 1-2PM | To be advised | Registration closed |
Coming/living out of your cultural zone Struggling with sexuality or questioning gender identity from a different cultural perspective? Join a safe space for discussion, ideas, and support. | To be advised | To be advised |
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training
Learn to recognise and assist someone developing a mental health problem or in crisis.