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Stress Management Trainer Course

Accredited SafeCert Level 3 Award

1 Day
Accredited
£295 + VAT

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Stress Management Trainer Course Overview

Stress management trainer course participants learning workplace wellbeing and stress reduction techniques UK

This accredited Stress Management Trainer Award is designed for professionals who want to teach stress recognition, the causes and effects of workplace stress, the HSE Management Standards, coping strategies, resilience building, and the employer's legal duty to manage work-related stress in any sector.

Upon completion, you will receive a SafeCert Level 3 Stress Management Trainer Award and a complimentary PDLSG teaching qualification, enabling you to deliver accredited stress management training and issue certificates to your delegates.

The course is available at venues across the UK and via live Zoom. In-house delivery is available for organisations with 6 or more delegates.

What You'll Learn on the Stress Management Trainer Course

Health and Safety Legislation for Stress Management
HSE Management Standards (Six Areas)
Recognising Signs and Symptoms of Stress
Causes and Effects of Workplace Stress
Individual Coping Strategies and Resilience
Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques
Organisational Approaches to Stress Prevention
Training Delivery and Assessment

Who Should Attend the Stress Management Trainer Course

HR Managers and Wellbeing Champions
Occupational Health Professionals
Team Leaders and Line Managers
NHS and Healthcare Managers
Mental Health First Aiders
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Advisers
Trade Union Health and Safety Representatives
Any Professional Responsible for Staff Wellbeing

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Why teach Stress Management?

Work-related stress is the leading cause of workplace ill health in the UK. Qualified stress management trainers help organisations meet their legal duty of care and reduce the enormous human and financial cost.

875,000

Workers suffered from work-related stress, depression or anxiety in 2022/23

17.1 million

Working days lost due to work-related stress, depression or anxiety in 2022/23

51%

Of all work-related ill health cases are due to stress, depression or anxiety

£28 billion

Annual cost of mental health problems to UK employers

Source: HSE Statistics 2022/23

Why Choose Abertay Training for Your Workplace Stress Trainer Qualification UK

Recognised Qualification

Accredited course meeting UK regulations. Accepted by employers across the UK.

Complete Training Resources

Full trainer pack including PowerPoint presentations, delegate workbooks, and assessment forms.

Expert Instructors

Learn from experienced professionals with extensive backgrounds in their specialist field and adult education.

Flexible Locations

Available at 10+ UK venues and fully online via live Zoom. In-house training available for groups of 6 or more.

Stress Management Trainer Course FAQs

Workplace stress is the adverse reaction people have to excessive pressure or other types of demand placed on them at work. It occurs when people feel they cannot cope with the demands placed on them. Stress is not an illness, but it can lead to physical and mental health problems if not addressed. The HSE estimates that 17.1 million working days were lost to work-related stress, depression, or anxiety in 2022/23.
The HSE Management Standards identify six areas of work design that can lead to stress if not properly managed: (1) Demands — workload, work patterns, and the work environment. (2) Control — how much say the person has in the way they do their work. (3) Support — the encouragement, sponsorship, and resources provided by the organisation, line management, and colleagues. (4) Relationships — promoting positive working to avoid conflict and dealing with unacceptable behaviour. (5) Role — whether people understand their role within the organisation and whether the organisation ensures that they do not have conflicting roles. (6) Change — how organisational change is managed and communicated.
Yes — employers have a legal duty under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 to assess and manage the risk of work-related stress. The Equality Act 2010 may also apply where stress is related to a disability. Failure to manage workplace stress can result in civil claims for personal injury, regulatory enforcement by the HSE, and reputational damage.
Signs of stress in the workplace include: increased absence and sickness rates; reduced productivity and performance; poor decision-making and errors; irritability, mood changes, and conflict with colleagues; difficulty concentrating and forgetfulness; physical symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, and digestive problems; and withdrawal from social interaction. Early identification and intervention are key to preventing stress from escalating.
Your Stress Management Trainer certificate is valid for 3 years from the date of issue. Stress management research, guidance, and best practice evolve regularly, so renewal training ensures your knowledge remains current and evidence-based.
Stress is a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation. It is usually temporary and resolves when the stressor is removed. Burnout is a state of chronic stress that leads to physical and emotional exhaustion, cynicism and detachment, and feelings of ineffectiveness and lack of accomplishment. Burnout develops gradually over time and requires more intensive intervention than acute stress.
Effective coping strategies for workplace stress include: mindfulness and relaxation techniques (breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, meditation); time management and prioritisation skills; assertiveness training; physical exercise and healthy lifestyle habits; social support and peer networks; cognitive reframing (changing unhelpful thought patterns); and problem-solving skills. The course covers a range of evidence-based strategies that delegates can teach to their staff.
Yes — the Stress Management Trainer Award is applicable across all sectors. Work-related stress affects employees in every industry, from healthcare and education to construction, retail, and the public sector. The course covers both individual coping strategies and organisational approaches to stress management, making it relevant to any workplace context.

What Our Students Say

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"Excellent course, very well structured and the trainer was knowledgeable and engaging. I feel fully prepared to deliver training in my workplace."

Sarah Mitchell

HR Manager, NHS Trust

Edinburgh · November 2024

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"Outstanding training experience. The practical elements were particularly valuable and I now have the confidence to train my colleagues effectively."

James Robertson

Health & Safety Officer, Construction Ltd

Glasgow · October 2024

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"Very professional and thorough. The course exceeded my expectations and I would highly recommend Abertay Training to anyone looking to become a qualified trainer."

Emma Thompson

Team Leader, Care Home Group

Dundee · September 2024

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"Great course content and delivery. The materials provided are excellent and will be very useful when I deliver training to my team."

Michael Chen

Operations Manager, Manufacturing Co

Aberdeen · August 2024

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"Brilliant experience from start to finish. The online booking was easy, the venue was excellent, and the training itself was first class."

Lisa Anderson

Training Coordinator, Local Authority

Perth · July 2024

Venue Information

Choose your preferred training location. All venues offer the same high-quality course with full certification.

Online Zoom

Location

Learn from anywhere in the UK

Contact

0333 500 5000

Course Hours

10:00 AM - 4:30 PM (2 days)

✓ Online Course Benefits

  • • No travel costs - save time and money
  • • Same Level 3 SafeCert certification
  • • Live instructor via Zoom (not recorded)
  • • All trainer resources included
  • • Interactive practical demonstrations
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Course Information
Duration1 Day
LevelSafeCert Level 3
Price£295 + VAT
Certificate3 Years
DeliveryClassroom / Zoom
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Resources
HSE — Work-related StressMind — Mental Health at WorkACAS — Stress at Work

Accreditations

Abertay Training is accredited and certified by the UK's leading health, safety and quality bodies.

  • SafeCert Awards

    Abertay Training is an approved SafeCert Awarding Centre, delivering nationally recognised trainer qualifications accredited by SafeCert Awards — the UK's leading awarding body for health and safety training.

  • SafeCert CPD

    All Abertay Training courses are CPD (Continuing Professional Development) accredited by SafeCert, meaning delegates can count their training towards their annual CPD requirements.

  • IOSH Managing Safely

    Abertay Training is an approved provider of IOSH Managing Safely, the world's most popular health and safety qualification for managers and supervisors, awarded by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health.

  • IOSH Working Safely

    Abertay Training is an approved provider of IOSH Working Safely, the internationally recognised health and safety qualification for all levels of the workforce, awarded by IOSH.

  • IFE Affiliate

    Abertay Training is an affiliate organisation of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE), confirming that our fire safety trainer courses meet the professional standards set by the IFE.

  • ISO 9001 Quality

    Abertay Training holds ISO 9001 Quality Management System certification, independently audited by ISOQAR and accredited by UKAS, demonstrating our commitment to consistent, high-quality training delivery.

  • ISO 14001 Environmental

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  • ISO 45001 Safety

    Abertay Training holds ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System certification, the international standard for workplace health and safety, independently audited by ISOQAR and accredited by UKAS.

  • Backcare Member

    Abertay Training is a Professional Member of Backcare, the UK charity for back and neck pain. This membership confirms that our manual handling and patient handling trainer courses meet Backcare's professional standards.

  • RoSPA Member

    Abertay Training is a member of RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents), the UK's leading safety organisation, reinforcing our commitment to the highest standards of health and safety training.

Abertay Training holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications, is a SafeCert Approved Centre, an approved provider of IOSH Managing Safely and IOSH Working Safely, an IFE Affiliate, and a professional member of Backcare and RoSPA.

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