NCFE Level 2 Managing Stress

The objectives of the course are to understand the nature of stress, explore people’s responses to
stress, develop an understanding of common stress symptoms, explore how people cope with
stress, demonstrate stress management techniques, understand the role of relaxation, describe the benefits of nutrition and diet, understand the impact of self esteem on stress, develop awareness of goal setting and time management techniques.

The course is designed for study by distance learning at work or at home. Students receive course manual, assignments and studyguide plus tutor support by mail and email. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of enrolment.

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a level 2 NCFE Award certificate of achievement. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 2 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Our aim is to provide you with the best deal available, therefore registration fee, certification fee and full tutor support is included in the course price for you.

Previous Knowledge Required?

No previous knowledge is required to complete this course.

Modules?

Unit 1: Understanding Stress
Defining stress
The causes of stress in terms of three personality types
The effects of stress in relation to physical, emotional and mental behaviour
Unit 2: The Stress Response
The concepts of stressor and stress response
The concept of an holistic approach to a stress response
The major components in the activation of the stress response
Unit 3: Symptoms of Stress
The physical, psychological and behavioural symptoms of stress
Stress indicator questionnaires
The physical and emotional warning signs of stress
Unit 4: Understanding the Coping Process
Recognise coping responses to stress
Non-responding behaviours
Unit 5: Managing Stress – Skills and Techniques
A ten point plan for dealing with stress
Unit 6: Relaxation and Stress
A range of relaxation and stress relief measures
Unit 7: Nutrition and Its Role in Managing Stress
A range of diet and nutritional behaviours which reduce stress
The links between nutrition and stress
The benefits of exercise in reducing stress
The role of sleep in reducing stress
Unit 8: Self-Concept and Self-Esteem
The concept of self-esteem
Self-esteem and personal analysis
Composing personal development plan for improving self-esteem
Unit 9: Goal Setting and Time Management
The importance of motivation in reducing stress
The process of goal-setting
Common effective time management techniques

Delivery:	Distance
Category:	Management Training