At Seneca Polytechnic, we recognize the vital role faculty play in supporting student well-being and academic success. This resource page is designed to assist you in identifying, responding to, and referring students who may be facing personal, emotional, or mental health challenges.
Here, you’ll find practical tools, guidelines, and referral information to help you feel confident in supporting students while maintaining appropriate boundaries. Whether you're looking to consult about a student, connect them to the right support, or learn more about the services Counselling provides, this page is your starting point.
Together, we can foster a caring and responsive academic environment where all students can thrive.
Staff and Academic Faculty are often in the best position to notice when a student is experiencing distress. The student’s behaviour may not indicate a need for immediate, urgent action, but it may be worrisome and indicating that the student could benefit from some assistance.
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This FAQ section provides quick answers to common questions about how to recognize signs of distress, respond appropriately, and connect students with Counselling Services. Whether you're unsure how to approach a student, when to make a referral, you'll find guidance here to help you support student well-being with confidence.
Curious about the difference between short-term academic considerations and formal academic accommodations? Click here to learn how each approach supports student success, when they apply, and your role in the process as faculty.
This course prepares campus staff and students to support their peers on your campus who may be living with mental health concerns. It is offered as a free, self directed online course or can be taught in class after going through a Train-the-trainer workshop.
A digital toolkit for college and university faculty, instructors and educators across the province who are committed to supporting themselves and their students in building and strengthening their resilience as they adapt to unpredictable and challenging conditions in the classroom and beyond.
Employees are encouraged to take the first of two modules in the Consent@Seneca learning series. In this first module, employees will learn more about sexual violence, sexual violence prevention, and supports available to students on and off campus.
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