Here at Athabasca University Students’ Union (AUSU), your mental health and wellness matter. We understand the unique circumstances that online university students face and we are here to support you. Below is a list of mental health and wellness resources to help you take care of yourself so you can achieve your academic goals.
Carepath Digital Health
in partnership with Athabasca University
Athabasca University (AU) has partnered with Carepath Digital Health to offer AU students a support program that promotes prevention and early intervention for mental health issues.
If you are struggling and need support, call Carepath’s support line (1-855-491-5744) during the day or access online resources 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from carepathdigitalhealth.ca using your mobile device or computer.
Counselling services are provided by registered mental health professionals with master’s level training or higher and are available in over 300 languages. These services and resources are available for all active AU students as part of your wellness support program.
To register and receive support from a professional, have your AU student ID number and the name of the course(s)/program(s) that you are currently registered in and contact Carepath any of the following ways:
Ways to connect with Carepath
- Call 1-855-491-5744 during business hours (7 a.m. – 11 p.m. (ET), 7 days/week, 365 days/year)
- Download the Carepath Digital Health app from the App Store or Google Play
- Visit the Carepath Digital Health website
To set up an account through the Carepath website or mobile app, select:
- Create Account
- Create Request
- I Am A Student
- School Name: Athabasca University
- Mental Health Program
- Then, fill in the required information, including your name and Student ID, and submit the request.
- You will receive an approval email that will help you complete your account setup. Provide the remaining required information, sign the consent form, and click save.
- Finally, complete the initial screening questionnaire.
That’s it! A Carepath counsellor will reach out to you within 24 – 48 hours. Please watch for an initial email or phone call.
Please note: if you are outside Canada, you must use the Carepath Digital Health website to register.
Find a downloadable PDF with a full overview of Carepath services here.
Read Carepath one-page tip sheet.
Additional Mental Health & Wellness Resources
Please send your valuable opinions, feedback, and suggestions regarding our Student Health & Wellness resource page to ausu@ausu.org. We are committed to providing AU undergrads with useful mental health and wellness support and resources and we look forward to hearing from you!