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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Describe how to manage anxiety and depression in the workplace |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
114938 | Describe how to manage anxiety and depression in the workplace | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Life Skills | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
- | ||||
FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 07 - Human and Social Studies | People/Human-Centred Development | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular-Fundamental | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 2 |
REGISTRATION STATUS | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | |
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2007-06-26 | 2007-08-16 | SAQA 0160/05 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2008-08-16 | 2011-08-16 |
In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise. |
This unit standard is replaced by: |
US ID | Unit Standard Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Credits | Replacement Status |
244571 | Describe how to manage anxiety and depression in the workplace | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 2 | Complete |
PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD |
This Unit Standard will lead learners to acquire knowledge and skill to effectively manage anxiety and depression in themselves or others. It could be useful for peer and community counselors and managers. It should make employers aware of the need for positive management of anxiety and depression to ensure productivity and the creation of a caring environment where anxious and depressed employees are supported and accommodated.
A manager in the context of this Unit Standard is the manager of a small business and first line managers of business units, team leaders and supervisors in medium and large organisations. The term business unit implies a small business, cost centre, section or department. The Unit Standard was developed as a means of contributing to change in leadership focus and empowering managers to look at people issues. The qualifying learner is capable of: |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
It is assumed that learners are competent in Communication at NQF level 1 |
UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
The typical scope of this Unit Standard is: Anxiety and depression excluding manic depressives and psychotic conditions. |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Describe anxiety and its impact on the workplace. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The concept of anxiety is explained and an indication is given of why people suffer from anxiety in their daily lives. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Indicators of anxiety are identified and an indication is given of the importance of early identification. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Possible reasons for workplace anxiety are identified with reference to work related, people related and environmental issues. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The impact of anxiety on the individual is explained with specific reference to personality and coping skills. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
The impact of anxiety on the workplace is explained with specific reference to productivity. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Describe depression and its impact on the workplace. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The concept of depression is explained and an indication is given of why some people suffer from depression. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Indicators of depression are identified and an indication is given of why early identification is important. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The impact of depression on the individual is explained with reference to extreme behaviour change. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The impact of depression on the workplace is explained with reference to interpersonal relationships and personal effectiveness. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
The relationship between self-esteem and depression is explained with examples. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Distinguish between anxiety, depression and stress. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The difference between anxiety and depression is explained with reference to time frames. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The type of support needed by anxious or depressed individuals is compared in terms of counseling, therapy and referral. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The difference between anxiety and depression is explained in terms of productivity. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The relationship between anxiety, depression and stress is explained with reference to the consequences if indicators are ignored in a work situation. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Investigate ways of supporting and accommodating anxiety and depression in the workplace. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Factors that contribute to anxiety and depression of employees are investigated for a specific workplace. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The extent of anxiety and depression in a particular organisation or business unit is estimated in order to determine the need for a strategic intervention. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Suggestions are made for the support and accommodation of employees who suffer from anxiety or depression. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The importance of trust and confidentiality in supporting employees in the workplace is explained with reference to the right to confidentiality. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING |
The learner is able to identify and solve problems in suggesting ways to support or accommodate employees who suffer from anxiety or depression in a workplace. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING |
The learner is able to collect, organise and evaluate information in estimating the extent of anxiety and depression in a workplace. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING |
The learner is able to demonstrate cultural sensitivity in identifying indicators of anxiety and depression. |
UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD NOTES |
This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 244571, which is "Describe how to manage anxiety and depression in the workplace", Level 3, 2 credits. |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Elective | 58761 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Early Childhood Development | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | ETDP SETA |
Elective | 49529 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Long-Term Risk Assessment | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | INSETA |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here. |
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41. | Grassroots Adult Education and Training Trust |
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48. | Institute of Professional Studies and Services |
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53. | Isibani Soluntu Development Trust |
54. | Itireleng Bokamoso Training and Development |
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57. | Keletsong Community Training & Resource Centre |
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61. | Kids Academy |
62. | Kitso Bokamoso Training Solution |
63. | KITSO TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT |
64. | Klein Karoo Resource Centre |
65. | KWAZULU NATAL EXPERIMENTAL COLLEGE |
66. | Leratham Supply Distribution and Enterprise |
67. | Leronsa Trading Enterprise |
68. | LESEDI EDUCARE ASSOCIATION |
69. | Letlhabile Institute Of Management and Training |
70. | Letlhokoa Management Services CC |
71. | Little Elephant Training Centre For Early Educationt/a LETCEE |
72. | Loago Business Consulting |
73. | Lynne Hobbs cc |
74. | Majahd Educational Services Multi-Purpose Primary Co-operative Limited |
75. | Mapheto Business Enterprises t/a MBE |
76. | MASAKANE TRUST |
77. | MASIKHULE EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE |
78. | MATHS CENTRE INCORPORATING SCIENCES |
79. | MENTORNET (PTY) LTD |
80. | MIDLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE |
81. | Mochochonono Training Solutions cc |
82. | Mopani Development Academy |
83. | Motheo Training Institute Trust |
84. | Motlou Training Development |
85. | NATAL EARLY LEARNING RESOURCE UNIT TRUST |
86. | Ndoma Mathodi Trading Enterprise |
87. | Netgrow Training Solutions |
88. | Networx for Career Development |
89. | New Beginnings Training and Development Organisation |
90. | Nkqubela Community Developers |
91. | Noni Community Development |
92. | Northern Cape Urban College: Kimberley Campus |
93. | NORTHLINK COLLEGE |
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95. | Ntataise Lowveld Trust |
96. | NTATAISE TRUST |
97. | Ntevho-Ketso Training and Recruitement Consultancy cc |
98. | Ntsangalala Business Enterprise |
99. | Orbit FET College - Rustenburg Campus |
100. | Peddie Development Centre |
101. | Peddie Development Culture |
102. | Petra institute of Development (PTY) Ltd |
103. | PHAKAMANI AGENCY CC |
104. | PMA Holding (Pty) Ltd |
105. | PND Academy of Learning cc |
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111. | Realeboga Development Services |
112. | Realeboga-Bakubung Training and Development Agency |
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115. | Right 4 u College |
116. | RJM Educational Consulting PTY LTD |
117. | Safe and Sound Learning Association |
118. | SANTS College |
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120. | SITHUTHUKILE TRUST |
121. | Siyahluma Education Institute |
122. | SIYATHELA EARLY LEARNING ASSOCIATION |
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126. | Spotru Training Centre |
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129. | Sustainability Institute Trust |
130. | T Mabuya & Associates (Pty) Ltd |
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132. | Teachers Learning Centre PTY LTD |
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All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source. |