TAP>Identify causes of stress and techniques to manage it in the workplace
COURSE PURPOSE The qualifying learner is capable of explaining stress and its role in daily living, as well as elucidating the various ways in which people react to stress. They can identify stressors in the workplace and understand their relationship …
COURSE PURPOSE
The qualifying learner is capable of explaining stress and its role in daily living, as well as elucidating the various ways in which people react to stress. They can identify stressors in the workplace and understand their relationship to work performance. Additionally, they can identify stressors related to home and the broader environment. The learner is also skilled in investigating techniques to manage stress in the workplace, contributing to a healthier and more productive work environment.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
The qualifying learner is capable of providing a thorough explanation of stress and its impact on daily living, including how it affects individuals both physically and mentally. They can describe the different ways in which people respond to stress, recognising that reactions can vary widely based on individual circumstances and coping mechanisms. Additionally, the learner can identify various stressors present in the workplace and understand how these stressors influence work performance and overall job satisfaction. They are also adept at pinpointing stressors related to home life and the wider environment, acknowledging how these external factors contribute to overall stress levels. Furthermore, the learner is skilled in investigating and evaluating various techniques for managing stress in the workplace, aiming to implement strategies that foster a supportive and productive work environment.
Curriculum
- 5 Sections
- 19 Lessons
- 1 Day
- Unit 1: Explain stress and its role in daily living3
- 1.0The concept of stress is explained with examples from daily life and the workplace
- 1.1The difference between positive and negative stress is explained with examples
- 1.2Commonly recognised events that trigger intense stress are named and an indication is given of why each situation is generally stressful
- Unit 2: Explain different ways which people react to stress4
- 2.0The relationship between individual differences and reactions to stress is explained with examples
- 2.1Physiological responses to stress are identified and an indication is given of behaviour that may be associated with the response
- 2.2Emotional reactions to stress are identified and an indication is given of behaviour that may be associated with each reaction
- 2.3Behavioural reactions to stress are identified with examples
- Unit 3: Identify stressors in the workplace and their relationship to work performance5
- 3.0Physical stressors in a workplace are identified with reference to ergonomics and individual reactions to the physical situation in the workplace
- 3.1Management practices that can cause stress are identified in the workplace
- 3.2The role of interpersonal relationships in workplace stress is explained with examples
- 3.3The interrelationship between the individual and the demands of the job is explained with reference to training and self-concept
- 3.4The impact of stress on work performance is explained with reference to the relationship between home, work and the wider environment
- Unit 4: Identify stressors related to home and the greater environment2
- Unit 5: Investigate techniques to manage stress in the workplace5
- 5.0The relationship between stress and healthy lifestyle is explained with examples
- 5.1The role of attitudes, behaviour, and management style in creating an environment in which stress is managed is explained with examples
- 5.2Measures that can help to minimise stress in the workplace are investigated for a specific organisation or business unit
- 5.3Techniques that can help to reduce or manage prolonged individual stress are identified in terms of reasonable accommodation and referral
- 5.4Techniques to deal with a specific event are explored and an indication is given of when it is necessary to refer an individual for assistance