Full course description
Course summary:
When things are extremely busy at work and you have your hands full with many tasks, having skills you can draw on are essential for peace of mind and growth. This course will give you ways to manage the pressure and maintain balance in your life.
This course will teach you about the causes and costs of workplace pressure, the benefits of creating balance, and how to identify pressure points. You will also learn how to apply emotional intelligence, increase optimism and resilience, and develop strategies for getting ahead.
Course objectives:
After completing this course, learners should be able to:
- Apply a direct understanding of pressure points and their costs and payoffs.
- Speak in terms related to emotional intelligence, optimism, and resilience.
- Create a personalized toolkit for managing stressors and anger.
- Work on priorities and achieve defined goals.
Recommended background:
No additional background knowledge or skills are required for this course.
Course topics include:
- Under Pressure
- Getting to the Heart of the Matter
- Emotional Intelligence
- Coping Toolkit
- Getting Organized
Elements of the course:
- Informational text
- Interactive practice activities
- Supplemental reference materials
- Final assessment
This course is self-paced, allowing learners the flexibility to complete the course as quickly or slowly as they need.
After completing all course content and activities, you will complete a final quiz to demonstrate your understanding of key course concepts. Upon successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a certificate of completion.
Course creators:
This course was designed and developed by the Eppley Center for Parks and Public Lands at Indiana University, using content from Velsoft.
How to access:
Upon enrolling, you will receive instructions and the link to the Canvas course. Note: When you register, you will receive an email invitation. Be sure to accept that invitation, or Canvas will not allow you to open the course modules.
Enrollees can move through content modules at their own pace within the course timeframe.