Stress Management
Level 3
 
Title of learning programme Stress Management Programme
Programme level 3
Duration of learning programme 11 weeks x 10 hours*
Total number of learning hours per programme 110**

* Unlike traditional schools, colleges or universities, there are no terms, semesters, or specified intake dates for our uniquely flexible distance education courses. Our system of continuous enrolment means that our students can enrol on any day and at any time of the year. This allows our students the freedom to plan their studies to fit in with their lifestyle or work commitments.

** Please note that this is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and also how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each module there is a question paper which needs to be completed and returned to your personal tutor.

Structure
 
Module Module Title
1

Understanding Stress
2

The Stress Response
3

Basic Anatomy and Physiology
4

Symptoms of Stress
5

Understanding the Coping Process
6

Managing Stress – Skills and Techniques
7

Relaxation and Stress
8   Nutrition and its Role in Managing Stress
9   Defining Self-Concept and Self-Esteem
10   Goal Setting and Time Management
 

Learning Outcomes
 

Module 1 – Understanding Stress.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Define stress and summarise the physical, emotional, mental and behavioural effects is has on people
LO2   Differentiate between Type A and Type B personality patterns
 

Module 2 - The Stress Response.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Explain what Homeostasis refers to and interpret the perception of stress that is assimilated in the brain
 

Module 3 - Basic Anatomy and Physiology.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Identify the bones in the skeletal system and list their functions
LO2   Examine the special senses and briefly explain the make up or characteristics of each
 

Module 4 - Symptoms of Stress.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Summarise the symptoms of stress under the following headings: physical, psychological, behavioural and emotional
 

Module 5 - Understanding the Coping Process.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Interpret the coping process and examine the three stages involved
LO2   Describe the Schafer Coping Model in detail
 

Module 6 - Managing Stress – Skills and Techniques.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

List the techniques used in stress management and identify the steps involved in a self-assessment
 

Module 7 - Relaxation and Stress.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Explain in detail the process of progressive muscle relaxation
LO2   Identify and summarise other relaxation techniques used in stress management
 
Module 8 - Nutrition and its Role in Managing Stress.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Classify the elements of nutrition and explain the role they play in maintaining a healthy body
LO2   Describe how exercise influences stress resistance and list the benefits thereof
 
Module 9 - Defining Self-Concept and Self-Esteem.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Define Self-Concept and Self-Esteem, highlighting the differences between negative and positive self-concepts
 
Module 10 - Goal Setting and Time Management.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Examine the various theories discussed in this module listing the motivators involved
LO2   Summarise the guidelines of time management and show the steps involved in achieving optimal time management

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