Stress Management (level 5)

Module delivery dates

This module will next run in Lancaster with the attendance dates as follows: 23 January and 20 February 2014.

You will need to attend one of the induction days prior to commencing your first module; these are running in Lancaster on 08 January 2014 and in Carlisle on 07 January 2014. If you have studied at the University of Cumbria in the past two years the requirement to attend the induction day may be waived.

Closing date for applications

The closing date for applications is 5 working days prior to the module start date or, if this is your first module, 5 working days prior to the induction date.

Why study with us?

This module aims to develop your detailed knowledge and critical understanding of the concept of occupational stress, highlighting the legal responsibilities that employers have to protect employees from the adverse effects of pressure at work and in using critically the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) management standards approach to risk assessment.

Finance

If you are employed within NHS North West and this module is to be funded by your employing Trust, please contact your Line Manager and CPD Lead for advice relating to funding and the funding application process.

Resources and facilities

We are amongst the UK’s leading health and social care faculties and are proud of the high level of support we are able to offer to our students. We provide a wide range of high-quality courses supported by expert academic and clinical practice staff. If you join us you will enjoy great facilities and learn alongside caring, committed and experienced professionals. Our employment record is excellent.

Entry requirements

Evidence of prior successful study at underpinning level.

More information about levels and credits.

Selection criteria

To be eligible to study this module, you must demonstrate the ability to study at this level and commit to attempting the assessment. When taken as part of a specific named award, the module content and assessment must be focussed towards the subject of that award. Participation in the formative components of the module is required in order to pass the module.

Modules

HPHO5016 Stress Management (20 credits at level 5)

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion, you will be able to:

• Show a knowledge and understanding of the different definitions used to describe stress, and the theoretical models used to underpin knowledge in this area
• Show a detailed knowledge and understanding of the HSE Management Standards approach to tackling stress in the workplace
• Demonstrate the application of the principles of the Health and Safety Executive Management Standards approach in an appropriate manner
• Evaluate the use of the HSE Management Standards approach, illustrating where gaps in current knowledge exist

Indicative core bibliography

Cooper, CL, Dewe, P. O’Driscoll, M. (2001) Organisational Stress. London. Sage Publications.

HSE (2007) Managing The Causes of Work Related Stress HS(G) 218 HSE Books. Sudbury.

Kloss, D. (2010) Occupational Health Law 5th edition.London: Wiley-Blackwell

National Institute of Clinical Excellence (2008) Promoting Mental well-being at work: synopsis of the evidence.

Thornbory, G. (2008) Occupational Health : Making the Business Case – special report. Workplace Law Publishing. Cambridge. E-resource.

Williams S & Cooper L (2002) Managing Workplace Stress: A Best Practice Blueprint. Chichester: John Wiley & Sons Ltd

Health and Safety Executive www.hse.gov.uk

Health Protection Agency www.hpa.org.uk

Department of Health www.dh.gov.uk

Module assessment

3,200 word written assignment

Course summary

You will be introduced to the different definitions of stress and theoretical models that underpin research in this area. The HSE Management Standards approach to risk assessment, and underpinning evidence, will be used to explore the risk assessment and management of workplace stress.