Managing Stress and Pressure

This workshop is designed to examine the causes of stress and the impact it has on an individual and the organisation. Participants will have an opportunity to explore proven stress management techniques, which if employed in the workplace can increase performance and motivation, in addition to promoting better health and well being.

Course objectives/key benefits:

On completion, delegates will be able to:

• Understand why stress occurs
• Identify causes and effects of stress
• Manage their approach to pressure in a more productive way
• Develop strategies for the prevention and management of stress

Who the course is aimed at:

All employers, employees and private individuals wishing to manage their own stress more effectively and anyone who wants to know more about workplace stress and its management.

Course content:

• Identifying causes and effects of stress, both individual and corporate
• Understanding the difference between stress and pressure
• Linking pressure and performance
• Identifying stress in oneself and others
• The home/work balance
• Dealing with pressure from others
• Strategies and techniques to prevent and manage stress
• How to help others and know when to seek professional expertise

Course tutor:

Veronica Wilson

Training method:

Presented in a highly interactive format including group work, individual and partner exercise, demonstration and practice, discussion and evaluation.

Course outcome/qualification:

PTC Certificate of Attendance.

Pre-requisite knowledge/qualification:

None.