Employee Health Programs

Integrating workplace health promotion programs into strategies and plans contributes to employee well-being which translates into positive learning experiences for students. While most of the research on health promotion programs has been focused on private industry, some key findings about process and outcomes highlight the benefits for all workplaces, including the education sector.

The Conference Board of Canada is a leading independent, not for profit research organization that discusses health promotion in depth, through an insightful article by Kimberley Bachmann entitled Health Promotion Programs at Work: A Frivolous Cost or a Sound Investment”

Traditional approaches to employee health promotion programs that do not align with the vision, mission and values of the organization do not produce the same impact for employees. Success comes through recognizing that workplace health and wellness encompasses health promotion and other initiatives in the social and physical work environment. The Organizational Health Unit at ASEBP offers this perspective to leaders in developing integrated approaches to individual and organizational health.

Other resources on the topic of Health Promotion are also available here.