Anger is often perceived as negative, but it has positive aspects too. The key to managing anger is not in eliminating it, but in channelling it to your advantage. It can elevate our emotions to help us solve problems, for example, but it can also be expressed in unacceptable and unproductive ways.
Anger Management for Professionals is an online course that will teach you how to help others to manage their anger. Whether you’re managing people in the workplace, coaching a sporting team, counselling clients, or taking stock of your own anger – this online course is ideal for you.
In this professional development course, you will develop an understanding of anger and acquire the skills to deal with anger in the workplace and professional settings. You will also discover a range of anger management techniques, ranging from relaxation exercises to changing thought patterns and learning how to communicate better reduce stress levels.
On completion of this course, you will feel empowered to manage your own anger and help others to manage their anger in healthy ways.
Course Structure
Unit: Anger Management
Unit 1 – Nature and scope of anger
- Introduction
- The autonomic nervous system
- Anger and arousal
- Galvanic skin resistance
- Voice stress analyser
- Polygraph
- Degrees of arousal
- Difficulties of arousal theories
- Theories of emotion
- James Lange theory
- Cannon Bard theory
- Schachter’s theory
- Lazarus’s appraisal theory
- Weiner’s attribution
- Averill’s social construction theory
- Facial feedback theory
Unit 2 – Managing anger with counselling
- Causes of anger
- Frustration
- Breaking personal rules
- Self defence
- Expression of anger
- Counselling strategies
- Empty chair technique
- Recognising psychological arousal
- Thought stopping
- Relaxation exercises
- Progressive muscle relaxation
- Time out
- Assertiveness training
- Three steps in assertiveness training
- Five stage assertiveness training interview
- Mental blocks to assertiveness
Unit 3 – Managing anger with cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive behavioural therapy
- Identifying antecedents
- Assessment of anger
- Beginning therapy
- Teaching CBT
- Inferences
- Evaluations
- Chaining
- Disputing inferences and evaluations
- Independence and blocks to change
- Use of imagery
- Emotional insight
- Exposure
- Termination
- Working with anger problems in CBT
- Problems with CBT for anger management
Unit 4 – Anger management techniques for violence
- Introduction
- Anger and violence
- Appearance
- Posture
- Affect
- Speech
- Causes of violence
- Cold violence
- Hot violence
- Reactive violence
- Tips for dealing with a violent client
- Strategies for violence prevention
- Action after violence
- Managing violence against others
- Mental disorders and violence
Unit 5 – Anger management for people with mental health issues
- DSM dimensions to diagnose mental illness
- Dementia
- Dementia and anger
- Supporting clients with dementia
- Grief
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stages of grief
- Tasks of mourning
Unit 6 – Managing anger in children and adolescents
- Introduction
- Toddlers
- Temper tantrums
- Older children and anger
- Adolescence
- Psychological changes in girls
- Psychological changes in boys
- Depression
- Eating problems
- Adults sharing anger
Unit 7 – Anger management for people with special difficulties
- People with personality disorders
- Psychopathology
- Borderline personality disorders and treatment
- Psychopath and treatment
- Roid rage, symptoms and abuse
Unit 8 – Anger management services
- Counselling
- Anger management clinics
- Courses and workshops
- Group and individual work
- Conflict management
- Conflict handling techniques
- Life coaching
- Setting up an anger management consultancy
Study Hours
Estimated duration 50 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no entry requirements or pre-requisites for entry into this program.
How long will it take to complete this course?
The approximate study hours for this course is 50 hours. Twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply).
Can I purchase optional printed materials?
While printed materials are not available for purchase, PDF copies are available for download and self-printing for this program.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of this course?
Yes! You will receive a Certificate of Attainment upon successful completion of your assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our e-learning system and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Payment Options
Visa, Mastercard, BPAY and Direct Deposit
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
- Business Managers
- Supervisors
- Team Leaders
- Counsellors
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