The importance of emotional intelligence has increasingly been recognised both in school and in life. Research has shown that good emotional intelligence enables children and young people to have more positive, friendly relationships, control their impulses, persist in the face of failure, regulate their moods, and work more effectively towards goals. This course provides a clear practical guide for teachers and support staff, showing them how to promote emotional intelligence and resilience in children. The course includes four informative modules and two tutor-marked assignments to check your understanding. All tutors are experienced counsellors who have training and experience in working with young people.
Study topics include: developing an awareness of feelings; learning how to calm and regulate feelings; learning how to read other people's feelings accurately; team working skills; promoting emotional independence; relationship skills;developing stress management skills in children and young people. Includes all study materials, course textbook, Developing Children's Emotional Intelligence, and full tutorial support.
Students have up to twelve months to complete this course, allowing them to work through the modules at their own pace. On successful completion of the course students are awarded a certificate of course completion.
why choose us?
Our courses are updated frequently to ensure they include the latest research, idea and techniques.
Our tutorial support is second-to-none. When you enrol on the course you are assigned an experienced personal tutor who will work with you all the way through. Tutors are available by e-mail at any time to offer support, advice or if you would just like a chat about how the course is going - including weekends, bank holidays and evenings! We see this level of support as central to the success of our courses. If you would prefer to chat to your tutor you can arrange a call back through the main office at a mutually convenient time.
