Course Duration: Half-day or full-day program (with virtual delivery options) Target Audience: HR professionals, leaders, managers, and wellbeing champions who are responsible for creating and maintaining mental health support systems and promoting work-life balance within their organisations. Course Objectives By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the importance of mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. Learn strategies for creating a workplace culture that supports mental health and resilience. Develop practical tools to prevent burnout and promote work-life balance. Identify systems and resources to help employees maintain mental health and manage stress. Design and implement a workplace wellbeing plan that fosters employee engagement and productivity. Course Outline Module 1: The Importance of Workplace Wellbeing What is workplace wellbeing? Understanding mental health, emotional wellbeing, and work-life balance The link between employee wellbeing and organisational performance Statistics and trends: The rising importance of mental health in the workplace The business case for prioritising mental health: reducing absenteeism, turnover, and improving productivity Legal and ethical considerations in workplace mental health Module 2: Mental Health in the Workplace Recognising the signs of mental health challenges (e.g., anxiety, depression, stress) The impact of workplace culture on employee mental health Stress and burnout: Causes, symptoms, and prevention strategies The role of leadership in promoting mental health and supporting employees Confidentiality and stigma: Overcoming barriers to mental health support Module 3: Creating a Culture of Wellbeing Building a supportive and inclusive workplace culture that prioritises mental health Encouraging open dialogue: How to talk about mental health and reduce stigma The role of leadership in modelling and promoting wellbeing practices Policies and practices to promote work-life balance (e.g., flexible working, remote work options) The importance of employee engagement in fostering a culture of wellbeing Module 4: Systems and Resources for Mental Health Support Developing an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and other mental health resources Peer support networks and mental health champions within the workplace Mental health first aid training: How to support colleagues in need Creating accessible resources for employees to manage their mental health (e.g., online tools, workshops, apps) Integrating wellbeing initiatives into existing HR systems: policies, performance management, and professional development Module 5: Strategies for Managing Stress and Preventing Burnout Stress management techniques for individuals and teams Time management, task prioritisation, and setting boundaries to reduce stress Mindfulness and relaxation exercises to combat workplace stress Encouraging regular breaks, physical activity, and healthy work habits Building resilience: Developing coping strategies for challenging situations Preventing burnout: Identifying early warning signs and taking proactive measures Module 6: Promoting Work-Life Balance Defining work-life balance in today’s connected world Strategies for setting boundaries between work and personal life Managing expectations: How to avoid overworking and reduce the pressure to be "always on" The importance of taking breaks, vacations, and "disconnecting" from work Flexible working arrangements and how they contribute to balance Supporting parents, carers, and individuals with other life commitments Module 7: Implementing a Workplace Wellbeing Plan Conducting a wellbeing audit: Understanding current practices and identifying gaps Designing a comprehensive wellbeing program: Key components and best practices Measuring the success of wellbeing initiatives: Metrics, feedback, and employee engagement Aligning wellbeing efforts with organisational goals and values Action planning: Creating a roadmap for rolling out workplace wellbeing initiatives Communicating wellbeing resources and encouraging employee participation Module 8: Sustaining Wellbeing in the Workplace Embedding mental health and wellbeing into the organisation’s long-term strategy Continuous improvement: Monitoring and refining wellbeing programs Engaging employees in ongoing wellbeing activities (e.g., wellness challenges, workshops, wellness days) Training leaders and managers to foster ongoing mental health support Celebrating successes and recognising the importance of mental health in organisational culture Delivery Style Interactive, with a blend of group discussions, case studies, and role-playing activities Practical exercises for creating wellbeing strategies and action plans Relaxation techniques and mindfulness exercises incorporated into the sessions Tools and templates for creating mental health initiatives in the workplace Employee engagement surveys and feedback collection techniques to measure program effectiveness Course Materials Provided Workplace Wellbeing Framework and Best Practice Guidelines Wellbeing Plan Template and Action Plan for Implementation Stress Management and Resilience Toolkit Resources for Managers: Creating Mental Health-Supportive Teams Mental Health First Aid Checklist and Employee Assistance Program Resources Resource list: Apps, books, and online resources for mental health in the workplace Optional Add-ons Follow-up sessions for managers and leaders on maintaining a mental health-friendly work environment E-learning modules on specific aspects of wellbeing (e.g., stress management, mental health first aid) One-on-one wellbeing consultations or coaching for employees Employee wellbeing workshops (e.g., mindfulness, physical wellness, nutrition)
Course Duration: Half-day or full-day program (with virtual delivery options) Target Audience: HR professionals, leaders, managers, and wellbeing champions who are responsible for creating and maintaining mental health support systems and promoting work-life balance within their organisations. Course Objectives By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the importance of mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. Learn strategies for creating a workplace culture that supports mental health and resilience. Develop practical tools to prevent burnout and promote work-life balance. Identify systems and resources to help employees maintain mental health and manage stress. Design and implement a workplace wellbeing plan that fosters employee engagement and productivity. Course Outline Module 1: The Importance of Workplace Wellbeing What is workplace wellbeing? Understanding mental health, emotional wellbeing, and work-life balance The link between employee wellbeing and organisational performance Statistics and trends: The rising importance of mental health in the workplace The business case for prioritising mental health: reducing absenteeism, turnover, and improving productivity Legal and ethical considerations in workplace mental health Module 2: Mental Health in the Workplace Recognising the signs of mental health challenges (e.g., anxiety, depression, stress) The impact of workplace culture on employee mental health Stress and burnout: Causes, symptoms, and prevention strategies The role of leadership in promoting mental health and supporting employees Confidentiality and stigma: Overcoming barriers to mental health support Module 3: Creating a Culture of Wellbeing Building a supportive and inclusive workplace culture that prioritises mental health Encouraging open dialogue: How to talk about mental health and reduce stigma The role of leadership in modelling and promoting wellbeing practices Policies and practices to promote work-life balance (e.g., flexible working, remote work options) The importance of employee engagement in fostering a culture of wellbeing Module 4: Systems and Resources for Mental Health Support Developing an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and other mental health resources Peer support networks and mental health champions within the workplace Mental health first aid training: How to support colleagues in need Creating accessible resources for employees to manage their mental health (e.g., online tools, workshops, apps) Integrating wellbeing initiatives into existing HR systems: policies, performance management, and professional development Module 5: Strategies for Managing Stress and Preventing Burnout Stress management techniques for individuals and teams Time management, task prioritisation, and setting boundaries to reduce stress Mindfulness and relaxation exercises to combat workplace stress Encouraging regular breaks, physical activity, and healthy work habits Building resilience: Developing coping strategies for challenging situations Preventing burnout: Identifying early warning signs and taking proactive measures Module 6: Promoting Work-Life Balance Defining work-life balance in today’s connected world Strategies for setting boundaries between work and personal life Managing expectations: How to avoid overworking and reduce the pressure to be "always on" The importance of taking breaks, vacations, and "disconnecting" from work Flexible working arrangements and how they contribute to balance Supporting parents, carers, and individuals with other life commitments Module 7: Implementing a Workplace Wellbeing Plan Conducting a wellbeing audit: Understanding current practices and identifying gaps Designing a comprehensive wellbeing program: Key components and best practices Measuring the success of wellbeing initiatives: Metrics, feedback, and employee engagement Aligning wellbeing efforts with organisational goals and values Action planning: Creating a roadmap for rolling out workplace wellbeing initiatives Communicating wellbeing resources and encouraging employee participation Module 8: Sustaining Wellbeing in the Workplace Embedding mental health and wellbeing into the organisation’s long-term strategy Continuous improvement: Monitoring and refining wellbeing programs Engaging employees in ongoing wellbeing activities (e.g., wellness challenges, workshops, wellness days) Training leaders and managers to foster ongoing mental health support Celebrating successes and recognising the importance of mental health in organisational culture Delivery Style Interactive, with a blend of group discussions, case studies, and role-playing activities Practical exercises for creating wellbeing strategies and action plans Relaxation techniques and mindfulness exercises incorporated into the sessions Tools and templates for creating mental health initiatives in the workplace Employee engagement surveys and feedback collection techniques to measure program effectiveness Course Materials Provided Workplace Wellbeing Framework and Best Practice Guidelines Wellbeing Plan Template and Action Plan for Implementation Stress Management and Resilience Toolkit Resources for Managers: Creating Mental Health-Supportive Teams Mental Health First Aid Checklist and Employee Assistance Program Resources Resource list: Apps, books, and online resources for mental health in the workplace Optional Add-ons Follow-up sessions for managers and leaders on maintaining a mental health-friendly work environment E-learning modules on specific aspects of wellbeing (e.g., stress management, mental health first aid) One-on-one wellbeing consultations or coaching for employees Employee wellbeing workshops (e.g., mindfulness, physical wellness, nutrition)
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Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Storage and virtual infrastructure administrators who are responsible for production support and administration of VMware vSAN 7. Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Define the tasks involved in vSAN node management Updating and upgrading vSAN using VMware vSphere Lifecycle Manager⢠Explain vSAN resilience and data availability features Reconfigure vSAN storage policies and observe the cluster-wide impact Perform vSAN cluster scale-out and scale-up operations Describe common vSAN cluster maintenance operations Control vSAN resync operations Configure vSAN storage efficiency and reclamation features Use VMware Skyline⢠Health to monitor cluster health, performance, and storage capacity Describe vSAN security operations Configure vSAN Direct for cloud native applications Configure remote vSAN datastore and vSAN native file services Manage two-node cluster and stretched cluster advance operations In this three-day course, you learn about managing and operating VMware vSAN? 7. This course focuses on building the required skills for common Day-2 vSAN administrator tasks such as, vSAN node management, cluster maintenance, security operations and advanced vSAN cluster operations. You also gain practical experience through the completion of instructor-led activities and hands-on lab exercises. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives vSAN Node Management Recognize the importance of hardware compatibility Ensure the compatibility of driver and firmware versioning Use tools to automate driver validation and installation Apply host hardware settings for optimum performance Use vSphere Lifecycle Manager to perform upgrades vSAN Resilience and Data Availability Operations Describe vSAN storage policies Recognize the impact of a vSAN storage policy change Describe and configure the Object Repair Timer advanced option Plan disk replacement in a vSAN cluster Plan maintenance tasks to avoid vSAN object failures Recognize the importance of managing snapshot utilization in a vSAN cluster Configure the vSAN fault domains vSAN Cluster Maintenance Perform typical vSAN maintenance operations Describe vSAN maintenance modes and data evacuation options Assess the impact on cluster objects of entering maintenance mode Determine the specific data actions required after exiting maintenance mode Define the steps to shut down and reboot hosts and vSAN clusters Use best practices for boot devices Replace vSAN nodes vSAN Storage Space Efficiency Discuss deduplication and compression techniques Understand deduplication and compression overhead Discuss compression only mode Configure erasure coding Configure swap object thin provisioning Discuss reclaiming storage space with SCSI UNMAP Configure TRIM/UNMAP vSAN Cluster Performance Monitoring Describe how the Customer Experience Improvement Program (CEIP) enables VMware to improve products and services Use vSphere Skyline Health for monitoring vSAN cluster health Manage alerts, alarms, and notifications related to vSAN in VMware vSphere© Client? Create and configure custom alarms to trigger vSAN health issues Use IO Insight metrics for monitoring vSAN performance Analyse vsantop performance metrics Use a vSAN proactive test to detect and diagnose cluster issues vSAN Security Operations Identify differences between VM encryption and vSAN encryption Perform ongoing operations to maintain data security Describe the workflow of data-in transit encryption Identify the steps involved in replacing Key Management Server (KMS) vSAN Direct Discuss the use cases for vSAN Direct Understand the overall architecture of vSAN Direct Describe the workflow of vSAN Direct datastore creation Explore how vSAN Direct works with storage policy tagging Remote vSAN Discuss the use cases for remote vSAN Understand the high-level architecture Describe remote datastore operations Discuss the network requirement Interoperability between remote vSAN and VMware vSphere© High Availability vSAN Native File Service Discuss the use cases for vSAN file service Understand the high-level architecture of vSAN file service Discuss the authentication model Configure file shares Monitor file share health and capacity utilization Manage Advanced vSAN Cluster Operations Describe the architecture for stretched clusters and two-node clusters Understand the importance of witness node Describe how stretched cluster storage policies affect vSAN objects Create and apply a vSAN stretched cluster policy to meet specific needs Discuss stretched cluster failure scenarios and responses Additional course details:Notes Delivery by TDSynex, Exit Certified and New Horizons an VMware Authorised Training Centre (VATC) Nexus Humans VMware vSAN: Management and Operations [V7] training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the VMware vSAN: Management and Operations [V7] course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.
Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for Experienced system administrators or network administrators Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Describe NSX Advanced Load Balancer architecture Describe the NSX Advanced Load Balancer components and main functions Explain the NSX Advanced Load Balancer key features and benefits Explain and configure Local Load Balancing constructors such as Virtual Services, Pools, Health Monitors and related components During this one-day course, you gain an understanding of the architecture and features of VMware NSX Advanced Load Balancer (Avi Networks) solution. This course provides hands-on labs to provide a solid foundation to load balancing fundamentals and work with most common load balancing functionality offered by VMware NSX Advanced Load Balancer (Avi Networks) solution. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Introduction to NSX Advanced Load Balancer Introduce NSX Advanced Load Balancer Discuss NSX Advanced Load Balancer use cases and benefits Explain NSX Advanced Load Balancer architecture and components Explain the management, control, data, and consumption planes and their respective functions Virtual Services Configuration Concepts Explain Virtual Service components Explain Virtual Service types Explain and configure basic virtual services components such as Application Profiles, Network Profiles, Pools and Health Monitors Profiles and Policies Explain and deep dive on Advanced Virtual Service creation Explain and deep dive on Application Profiles and Types such as L4, DNS, Syslog and HTTP Explain and configure advanced application HTTP Profile options Deep dive on Network Profiles and Types Explain and configure SSL Profiles and Certificates Explain and Configure HTTP and DNS policies Pools Configuration Concepts Explain and deep dive on Pools configuration options Describe available Load Balancing algorithms Explain multiple Health Monitor types Explain multiple Persistence Profiles Explain and configure Pool Groups
Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Storage and virtual infrastructure administrators who want to be able to perform initial troubleshooting on their software-defined storage with vSAN Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Describe the software components of vSAN and their roles Diagram how the components relate to each other Use Skyline Health to investigate and help determine failure conditions Use the command-line tools to help determine failure conditions In this two-day course, you focus on learning the tools and skills necessary to troubleshoot VMware vSAN? 7 implementations. You gain practical experience with vSAN troubleshooting concepts through the completion of instructor-led activities and hands-on lab exercises. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives vSAN Architecture Describe the vSAN architecture and components Describe the policy-driven, object-based vSAN storage environment Describe the vSAN software components: CLOM, DOM, LSOM, CMMDS, and RDT Explain the relationships between the vSAN software components Explain the relationship between objects and components Determine how specific storage policies affect components Describe component placement Troubleshooting Methodology Use a structured approach to solve configuration and operational problems Apply troubleshooting methodology to logically diagnose faults and optimize troubleshooting efficiency Troubleshooting Tools Discuss the improvements and added capabilities in Skyline Health for vSAN Use Skyline Health for vSAN to identify and correct issues in vSAN Discuss the ways to run various command-line tools Discuss the ways to access VMware vSphere© ESXi? Shell Use commands to view, configure, and manage your vSphere environment Discuss the esxcli vsan namespace commands Discuss when to use Ruby vSphere Console (RVC) commands Explain which log files are useful for vSAN troubleshooting Use log files to help troubleshoot vSAN problems