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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Identify ways to manage anxiety and depression in own life situation 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
114944  Identify ways to manage anxiety and depression in own life situation 
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 2  NQF Level 02  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
244603  Identify ways to manage anxiety and depression in own life situation  Level 2  NQF Level 02  2   

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.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Indicating causes of anxiety and depression in daily life.
  • Identifying behaviour associated with anxiety and depression.
  • Indicating how to manage anxiety and depression in own life.
  • Indicating how an individual can support others who suffer from anxiety or depression. 
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    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 
    Indicate causes of anxiety and depression in daily life. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Different meanings of the words anxious and anxiety are explored and an indication is given of when an individual is anxious and when an individual is suffering from anxiety. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Different meanings of the words depression and depressed are explored and an indication is given of when an individual is depressed and when an individual is suffering from depression. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Possible reasons why an individual may become anxious or depressed or may suffer from anxiety or depression are identified with reference to environmental, socio-economic, interpersonal and intrapersonal factors. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Identify behaviour associated with anxiety and depression. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Types of behaviour that could indicate anxiety or depression are identified with reference to observable behaviour patterns that affect day-to-day life. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Evidence of behaviours that could indicate anxiety or depression is identified from sudden lifestyle changes. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Indicate how to manage anxiety and depression in own life. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The importance of knowing own reactions and behaviour patterns is explained with reference to identifying and acknowledging signs of own anxiety or depression. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Factors that cause anxiety and depression in own life are identified and suggestions are made as to how to deal with each factor. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The importance of seeking help when suffering from anxiety or depression is explained and an indication is given of the consequences of ignoring indicators of anxiety or depression. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The importance of a balanced lifestyle is explained in terms of managing anxiety or depression. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Own attitudes towards anxiety and depression are examined and discussed with reference to stigma and stereotyping. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Indicate how an individual can support others who are suffering from anxiety or depression. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Listening and communication are discussed as a means of support and an indication is given of the importance of trust and confidentiality in a relationship. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Behaviour that could indicate a need for support is identified and indications are given of when it is appropriate to take action or suggest assistance. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The need to provide ongoing support for people who suffer from anxiety or depression is explained and an indication is given of possible consequences if support is withdrawn. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    This Unit Standard will be internally assessed by the provider and moderated by a moderator registered by a relevant accredited ETQA or an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant accredited ETQA. 

    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 COMMUNICATING 
    The leaner is able to communicate effectively in identifying listening and communicating as a means of support. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    The learner is able to demonstrate cultural sensitivity in identifying evidence of behaviour that indicates anxiety and depression. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 244603, which is "Identify ways to manage anxiety and depression in own life situation", Level 2, 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  48783   National Certificate: Financial Services  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "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.
     
    NONE 


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