Build Physical and Mental Resilience (Lightning Skills Bundle) Certificate

Building Your Confidence & Self-Esteem Certificate

Lots of people suffer from poor confidence and low self-esteem. If you have a negative self-image, your quality of life and relationships will suffer. Low self-esteem is also implicated in depression and anxiety, both of which can have long-lasting and serious consequences. Fortunately, you can learn to appreciate yourself and feel more confident and accepting of both your strengths and weaknesses.

This course will give you practical strategies that emphasise self-acceptance and self-compassion.

You Will Learn:

• Why it is important to tackle low confidence and self-esteem
• Why you need to challenge underlying negative beliefs about yourself
• How to become more assertive and stand up for your own needs
• Why goals and challenges can help you overcome low self-esteem
• How to seek professional help if you need further assistance

Benefits Of Taking This Course:

• Overcoming low self-esteem and boosting your confidence will improve your general wellbeing at home and work
• If you are interested in psychopathology, this course will give you an insight into a common mental health issue
• If you support someone with low self-esteem, this course will help you understand their experiences
• If you work with service users with mental health diagnoses, this course will help you support them to build a healthier self-image

Please note: This course contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

EFT–Emotional Freedom Technique Certificate Course

The Emotional Freedom Technique, commonly abbreviated to EFT, is a safe, non-invasive treatment that can quickly alleviate psychological distress. In this course, you will learn about the fundamental principles of EFT and how to use it to resolve emotional difficulties.

You Will Learn:

• What EFT is, and the relationship between energy and emotional problems
• The applications of EFT, and why it is so appealing to many people
• A basic tapping sequence that can help you overcome unpleasant feelings
• Practical tips that will help you get the most from your tapping treatments

Benefits Of Taking This Course:

• By learning the basics of EFT, you will always have a healthy coping skill at your disposal, meaning you will be able to regulate your emotions in any situation
• If you supervise or work with people who struggle to handle their emotions, this course will give you practical strategies you can pass on to service users
• If you are a parent, you can use the knowledge you will gain in this course to help your children manage their feelings
• EFT can improve your performance and productivity at work, as it has an immediate grounding effect during stressful moments

Emotional Intelligence Certificate Course

Over the past few decades, psychologists have come to accept that the ability to recognise and manage emotions in both the self and other people are important in predicting personal happiness.

This ability is known as emotional intelligence. In this course, you will learn about the concepts and history underpinning the theory of emotional intelligence and how you can build on your own set of skills in this area.

You Will Learn:

• The difference between IQ, EQ and EI
• A brief history of the concept of emotional intelligence
• The five pillars that make up emotional intelligence
• How emotional intelligence is measured
• How you can improve your own emotional intelligence

Benefits Of Taking This Course

• This course will give you practical tips that will boost your overall happiness
• If you have an interest in psychology, this course will introduce you to one of the most influential theories of intelligence
• This course will help you feel calmer and more self-confident, so will be of benefit to anyone suffering low self-esteem or depression
• The knowledge you gain on this course will help you understand why some people seem more in tune with themselves and others, which can be helpful if you are looking to improve your relationships

Finding Motivation to Get Fit and Stay Fit Course

Getting fit and staying fit takes more than just a good diet and exercise plan. To stay fit throughout the year takes dedication and motivation. People who take the time to build themselves up mentally along their fitness journey often benefit from a positive self-image and maintain their fitness goals for longer.

This course goes into detail on what it means to be motivated, how to stay positive and how to avoid bad habits that can negatively impact your fitness goals. We begin by addressing what positive motivational habits are, common bad habits that affect people trying to get fit and how motivation can benefit you in the long-term. Next, we review the importance of staying positive and avoiding self-defeating thoughts and the steps to help get yourself motivated. Finally, we provide you with a few extra tips that can help you stay on track with getting fit and staying fit.

You Will Learn:

• Good motivational habits
• Bad habits and negative thoughts that can hinder your progress to getting fit and staying fit
• What positive and negative self-talk looks like
• Tips to help you stay in shape and achieve your fitness goals

The Benefits of Taking This Course:

• You will be able to learn how to get yourself motivated to exercise
• You will see the impact of positive thinking and self-talk
• You will be able to apply these motivational tactics in other areas of your life outside of fitness

How to Build Resilience Certificate Course

Resilience is a significant determinant of personal wellbeing. Some people appear naturally more robust than others, but real resilience consists of skills and behaviours that anyone can learn.

In this course, you will discover the factors that determine resilience, and how to harness findings from contemporary psychological research to improve your own approach to dealing with life’s setbacks.

You Will Learn:

• The benefits of resilience
• The main pillars of resilience
• Why social support is key in building resilience
• Why changing your attitude towards problems can make you more resilient
• How to maintain a positive self-image, and why doing so will improve your resilience

Benefits of Taking This Course:

• This course will help you address and overcome setbacks in your professional and personal life
• You will learn how to reduce and manage everyday stress, thereby improving your general wellbeing
• If you are interested in psychology, this course will provide you with an insight into the reasons why people vary in their level of resilience
• If you support or manage others at work or at home, this course will help you assist them in times of personal or professional trouble

How to Improve Your Mental Health Course

Mental health awareness has definitely improved over recent years; however, many are still uncertain what good mental health really is and how to cope with different conditions. Improving your mental health will take time and there will be moments where you feel worse rather than better. People who do take the time to learn about mental health often reap the benefits of their efforts with an improved sense of self-worth, better self-care habits and a firmer understanding of mental health.

This course goes into detail on good mental health habits, how they differ from bad mental health habits and how you can improve your mental health. We begin with addressing good habits from bad habits and providing you with the many benefits you can gain from improved mental health outside of feeling better. Next, we review changes you can make to help your mental health improve, advice for when to seek out professionals and steps you can take to get started on your journey to a better state of mind. Finally, we give you a few key tips and advice on what to expect as you improve your mental health.

You Will Learn:

• The factors that define good mental health
• Good mental health habits
• Which areas to focus on that will help you improve your mental health
• Bad mental health habits to avoid
• The benefits of an improved mental state
• Some steps to help get you started with improving your mental health

Benefits of Taking This Course:

• Your self-confidence will improve
• You will be able to adapt or overcome your depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions
• You will be able to learn new ways to better yourself mentally
• Learning how a positive mindset can improve your outlook on life and yourself
• Understanding your mind on a deeper level than before

Improve Your Physical Health Course

There are at least seven different aspects of health. One of the more crucial aspects is physical health. Improving your physical health will help you live a long and productive life while limiting the chances for chronic illnesses and injuries. People who take the time to maintain their physical health, live happier, successful lives, can deal with stress well and adapt well to their environment. While learning how to improve your physical health is a challenge, it is worth doing.

This course goes into detail about the different techniques and habits you can change to improve your physical health. We begin by addressing the differences between healthy habits and bad habits, providing you with information on why being physically healthy comes with many great benefits. Next, we review a few changes you can make to become physically healthy and improve your confidence at the same time.

Practising these new habits will take time and patience, which is why we give you a simple list of healthy habits to start, and steps to help you stop bad habits. Finally, we give you a few key tips to remember as you make progress towards a healthier, happier you.

You Will Learn:

• About the main components that make up physical health
• The difference between good habits and bad habits
• How bad health choices affect more than just your physical health
• Techniques and tips for adopting good health habits and how to avoid mistakes

Benefits of Taking This Course

• Experiencing a boost in confidence and improved physical wellness
• Learning how to set physical health goals and milestones to help achieve those goals
• Understanding which bad habits you need to substitute with healthy habits
• Learning how a positive mindset, repetition and self-discipline can help your physical health

How to Improve Your Sleep Certificate Course

Learning how to improve your sleep is vital for everyone looking to improve their energy levels, mental wellbeing and general health. Whether you are suffering from irregular sleep or feel that your sleeping patterns are normal, there is always room for improvement.

This course provides a comprehensive guide to getting the right amount of sleep through easy to apply and highly effective methods which you can implement immediately. From how to improve your diet and implementing various relaxation techniques to making sure that your environment is optimised for maximum rest, this course covers everything you need to know about every aspect of improving your life by improving your sleep!

You Will Learn

• How to eat the right foods at the right time to improve your sleep
• Good habits to ensure you are relaxed before going to sleep
• How to avoid the distractions that are getting in the way of good sleep
• How to ensure the optimal environmental factors such as lighting and bedding

Benefits of Taking This Course

• You will feel better and have more mental and physical energy
• You will improve your mood and avoid negative emotions
• You will improve your performance at work
• You will boost your immune system and improve your health

How to Stop Procrastinating Certificate Course

Most of us procrastinate sometimes, usually because we want to delay boring or difficult tasks. However, left unchecked, procrastination can become a destructive habit. Chronic procrastinators often fail to reach their goals, and they may also develop habits which are detrimental to their health.

In this course, you will learn why people procrastinate, and discover strategies to help you become more productive at work and at home. You will learn how to organise your work, complete tasks on time and regain a sense of control over your life.

You Will Learn:

• The three main reasons underlying procrastination
• How to make boring or complex tasks seem more manageable
• The importance of setting goals in overcoming procrastination
• Why daydreaming can help you complete your tasks
• Why rethinking the role of motivation will improve your productivity

Benefits of Taking This Course:

• You will become more productive at work, which will enhance your performance and advance your career
• By reaching your true potential, you will improve your self-esteem
• You will become more adept at organising every part of your life, which in turn will lower your stress levels
• If you are interested in the psychology of achievement and motivation, this course will benefit you by outlining a key topic in this field

How to Stop Smoking Certificate Course

Cigarette smoking kills millions worldwide. Smoking is harmful to human health and causes various critical diseases. With effects ranging from the risk of developing heart disease and lung cancer to stroke, smoking is detrimental to humans. Even so, people still continue to smoke and harm their health with nicotine found in tobacco. They become addicted to smoking and destroy their lives. It then becomes important to learn how to stop smoking, and this is what this course is all about.

We first discuss smoking and its harmful effects on human health. We provide statistics on how much smoking affects human health, often leading to death. Next, we give the various benefits of stopping smoking. The range of benefits can act as motivating factors to help smokers quit the harmful habit. The course covers various facets of quitting smoking. It explains the need to set a quit date and how to prepare for it. It explains what smokers must do or avoid during the first day on which they decide to stop smoking and how to go about it.

We also cover different techniques or methods to help stop smoking. No single technique can work for two smokers; hence, each must pick what works for their specific needs. Five important methods are discussed to help stop the habit. The course also explains what it takes to keep on track to successfully quit smoking.

You Will Learn

• How to stop smoking
• Why smoking is harmful
• The benefits of quitting smoking
• Techniques to stop smoking
• Alternatives to cigarettes
• How to prepare to quit the smoking habit

Benefits of Taking This Course

Taking this course will help you:
• Understand why it is important to stop smoking
• Learn how to stop smoking and get started on the journey
• Learn what is involved in quitting smoking
• Eventually stop smoking and improve your health
• Eventually save on the money used to buy cigarettes

Mindfulness Course

The Mindfulness course provides a comprehensive introduction to the art of mindfulness and the real life physical and emotional benefits that it offers to those who practise it. From learning about mindfulness history, through to the situations it can help with, and exercises to follow and practise, students will receive a thorough grounding in this simple but highly effective antidote for the stress of modern life.

This online mindfulness course provides students with the opportunity to cover the mindfulness diploma’s curriculum in their own time and at their own pace. Most students are able to complete the course in a reasonable amount of time while continuing to work full time. As this course is online, this diploma is accessible from any device with an internet connection, and you will have access to online support throughout your study. Before completing the mindfulness course, you must pass a comprehensive test, covering the curriculum in detail, which will lead to the award of your diploma. You can download and print the diploma yourself at home, or we can post it to you for a small additional cost.

Mindfulness Training - What You Will Learn

This Mindfulness Diploma has been designed to give students a comprehensive introduction into the art of mindfulness and will set you on the route to a calmer, happier, more fulfilling life. This course will cover:

• What mindfulness is, its history, and its relevance in modern life
• The role of meditation in mindfulness, its benefits, and dispelling the myths
• What Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) are, and their benefits
• The role of Hatha yoga stretches
• The clinical applications of MBSR and MBCT and the conditions they can help manage, their similarities and differences
• The impact of emotions on physical health
• How mindfulness can improve our daily lives, and how to reprogramme persistent negative thinking and automatic reactions
• Mindfulness and parenting
• How mindfulness can improve leadership and management skills
• How to become a mindfulness instructor in the UK
• Mindfulness exercises to put into practice

Benefits of the online Mindfulness Course

The Mindfulness Diploma offers students the following benefits:

• The ability to study anywhere at times that suit you
• Study at your own pace, with no deadlines. Complete it as quickly or as slowly as you like
• Use any internet enabled device to study from, including computers, tablets and mobile phones
• Follow the e-learning course easily thanks to short, informative modules, which make studying fun
• A convenient online support system, helping you to stay on track throughout the course
• A comprehensive curriculum, providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to practise mindfulness in your life
• Earning a certified, recognised diploma
• An affordable cost

The course is broken down into 0 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!

Once you have completed all 0 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 0 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.

The pass mark for the test is 70%.

If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.

Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download/print your certificate any time you need it. If you would prefer us to post you a certificate to a UK address, there will be an admin charge of £10 (certificates sent internationally may cost more).

You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.

You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.

We estimate that the course will take about 5 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.

Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.