
About Course
The course aims to equip learners with essential knowledge and practical skills to better manage stress as a life skill. The training course will be presented in an interactive way using a variety of exercises, examples, and self-assessments. Learners are encouraged to ask questions and participate in group discussions to consolidate their learning and try out some of the skills in real time.
Learners will have the opportunity to explore practical techniques aimed at improving their comprehension and management of stress in fast-moving, contemporary settings during the course.
Status: MFHEA Accredited Qualification Type: Award
ECTS: 1 Duration: 4 days
Mode of delivery/attendance: Face-to-face/full-time
Hours of total learning: 25 hours (Contact: 20 hours/Self-study: 3 hours/Assessment: 2 hours)
Language of instruction: English, French or Arabic
Address: Training Institute on Migration Capacity Partnership for the Mediterranean (MCP Med TI), Development House, 4A, St Anne Street, Floriana, Malta.
Modes of teaching
- Lecture
- Visual aids, props, and equipment
- Plenary discussions
- Practical exercises
- Case studies
- Self-paced self-study
Assessment
Attendance:
A full mark implies uninterrupted attendance through the full course of studies.
Weight: 5 points
Formative Assessment:
Formative assessment techniques will encompass both individual and group-based approaches. Learners will be expected to participate throughout the duration of the course in group discussions, Q&A sessions, practical exercises, small group work and plenary wrap-ups.
Weight: 35 points
Final examination:
The final examination was developed specifically for the Stress Management Essentials course and includes two sections:
Section 1: Multiple choice answer questions (10 questions)
Section 2: Brief written responses – free narrative text (10 questions)
Candidates will be required to answer all sections. The examination aims to test learners’ theoretical knowledge only.
Sample question: Section 1: Multiple-choice questions
What is the fight-or-flight response?
A physiological reaction to stress
A relaxation technique
A type of meditation
A sleep disorder
Sample question: Section 2: Free Narrative Text: Brief written responses
How can time management help in stress reduction? Provide at least two strategies.
Important Remark: the sample questions above serve as examples to provide an initial idea of the type of questions that may be asked and may be revisited at a later stage.
Weight: 60 points
The passing grade for successful completion of programme: 60/100
Additional Information:
- Dates for next intake: N/A
- Educational programme fees: N/A
- Registration method: N/A
Course Content
Day 1
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Course Introduction (30 minutes)
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Introduction to Stress Management (Part 1) (90 minutes)
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Introduction to Stress Management (Part 2) (70 minutes)
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The Body and Stress (Part 1) (45 minutes)
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The Body and Stress (Part 2) (60 minutes)
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End of Day 1: Group work – plenary wrap-up (45 minutes)