Stress Awareness Training for Employees
Our IOSH Approved, CPD Certified Stress Management Training for Employees supports employees to understand and manage workplace stress.
In 2022/23 a staggering 17.1 million working days were lost in the UK due to stress, depression or anxiety. With growing expectations for organisations to manage stress in line with the Health and Safety Executive’s guidance, this course helps employers to meet their legal duties in the interests of employees and the organisation.
The training covers what stress is, the legal and ethical responsibilities of both employers and employees, the signs of stress, and practical strategies for reducing and managing it.
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Stress Awareness Training for Employees
Managing stress is an essential, in-depth course that supports employees in recognising and managing stress effectively, promoting wellbeing, and ensuring compliance with UK regulations and standards.
£30
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Who should take this course?
Stress management in the workplace training is suitable for all employees across every sector.
We also offer a Stress Management Course for Managers which is suitable for team leaders to ensure they have the knowledge to be able to manage stress successfully in their area of responsibility.
Course duration
Stress management training for employees takes approximately 25 – 30 minutes to complete.
Course aims
By the end of Stress Management Training for Employees, participants will:
- Know the difference between stress and pressure.
- Understand their responsibilities and their employer’s responsibilities for managing workplace stress.
- Recognise common causes of stress in the workplace and outside of work.
- Recognise the signs of stress in themselves and others.
- Be able to implement practical strategies to manage stress.
Course accreditations
Our accreditations mean you can be confident that we deliver high-quality, effective eLearning that forms part of a professional development programme.
We pride ourselves on our extensive certification and accreditation. We’re CPD Certified and this course is SCORM compliant which means it can be integrated as part of your existing LMS or used as part of our SHINE learning management system.
Learn more about our health and safety accreditations.
Benefits of stress management training for Employees
- Empowers employees to recognise signs of stress and take proactive steps, helping to reduce stress-related risks and promoting a healthier, more supportive work environment.
- Covers the legal duties of employers and employees, helping organisations to comply with HSE guidance and the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
- Helps to reduce the number of working days lost due to stress, so productivity is maintained.
- IOSH Approved, CPD Certified and SCORM Compliant training.
- Stress management course can be completed at the participant’s own pace, at a time that suits them.
- Interactive training to keep participants engaged throughout.
- Multiple choice quizzes so participants can check their understanding as they go.
- Summaries at the end of each section to enhance understanding.
Course Overview
Introduction
What is stress and how widespread is the issue? Key statistics on stress in the workplace.
Regulations and duties
Legal, ethical and economic reasons for managing stress in the workplace. What an employer’s and employee’s responsibilities are and the purpose of an organisation’s stress policy.
Causes of stress
What can cause stress inside and outside of the workplace.
Signs of stress
The difference between stress and pressure. The physical changes the body goes through when under stress.
The signs that might be observed in the workplace that someone is suffering from stress.
Managing stress
Practical long-term and short-term strategies participants can implement to manage stress.
What employers can do to reduce the risk of stress in the workplace.
Start your learning adventure
Our offering provides three options for learning, catering to diverse preferences and needs. Whether you prefer the flexibility of eLearning, the immersive experience of virtual classes, or the in-person interaction of traditional learning, we have you covered. With our range of learning options, you can choose the method that suits your lifestyle and learning style best.
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eLearning
- Fully interactive – online learning
- Certified training – created by experts
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Virtual Learning
- Flexibility – complete at your own pace
- Bespoke – can be fully tailored to your needs
- Led by highly qualified experts
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Classroom Learning
- Collaboration – train alongside your colleagues
- Time-efficient – complete learning at your premises
- Team building opportunity
FAQs
Can this stress management course help our organisation meet legal requirements?
Yes, the course covers legal duties under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and provides guidance in line with the Health and Safety Executive’s expectations for managing workplace stress.
How is this course relevant to our company’s stress management policy?
The training supports the implementation of your organisation’s stress management policy by raising awareness among employees and helping them understand their responsibilities for managing workplace stress.
What kind of support can I expect if I encounter issues with the course?
We offer full technical support to ensure a smooth experience, whether you’re using our SHINE platform or integrating the course into your LMS. Additionally, our customer support team is available to answer any questions related to course content or compliance.
What happens if someone fails the course assessment?
Participants who don’t pass the assessment on their first attempt can review the course material and retake the assessment. The course is designed to support learning, with interactive elements and quizzes to reinforce understanding throughout.
How quickly can this training be rolled out to my team?
Once purchased, the course can be accessed immediately through our SHINE platform or integrated into your existing LMS, allowing employees to begin training right away.
Can I monitor employee progress throughout the training?
Yes, if using the SHINE platform, you can track employees’ progress, view completion rates, and download certificates for compliance records.
How is it delivered?
Stress management in the workplace training is delivered online or through a computer network to each trainee at their desktop, laptop or mobile device.
We can also provide the course to be integrated into a SCORM compliant LMS.
Training can be completed at the employee’s own pace by “bookmarking” and recording progress and returning to the training later.
SHINE – compliance record keeping
The Praxis42 Digital Platform SHINE is our advanced eLearning management system and helps organisations deliver effective online learning for their employees.
A cost-effective tool for compliance record-keeping, SHINE allows you to view and manage employee training records easily. Individual training certificates can be printed as proof of compliance for audits or visits from enforcing agencies.
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