This lesson focuses on how stress develops, how it affects performance and behaviour, and what can help people cope and recover over time. Rather than treating stress as an inevitable part of modern work, the session gives participants a clearer understanding of stress responses and practical ways to manage them in real working environments.
Designed for Crew Resource Management (CRM) and human factors training.
+ Main topic: Stress and stress management
+ Related topics: Workload management; information acquisition and processing; self-assessment and self-critique; resilience development and mental flexibility; distractions
+ Training length: 50 minutes
+ Included: Student handout, stress test, lesson plan with instructor notes, PowerPoint slides, background information for the instructor
+ Access: Instant download after payment
+ File formats: Pdf and PowerPoint
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This lesson plan includes extensive training material focused on the essential aspects of stress and stress management.
Facilitate discussions and group work to encourage sharing of experiences and solutions.
Present scientific studies on the effects of stress and methods to combat it.
Explore practical tips and techniques for managing stress in daily life.
While tailored for Crew Resource Management (CRM) training, this lesson plan is equally suitable for a wide range of safety-critical industries where non-technical skills are crucial.
Understanding stress: acute vs. long-term stress
Symptoms: physical, psychological, and behavioural stress
The impact of stress: on the brain and body
Stress management: effective stress management techniques
Stress reduction: self-care methods and lifestyle adjustments to reduce stress
Detailed guide with trainer’s notes to support a confident and effective delivery.
Guidance on locating relevant video clips on platforms like YouTube to enhance the learning experience.
This lesson plan provides everything you need to deliver a compelling and insightful training session on stress and stress management.
Please be aware that the lesson plan included in this purchase is also available within our Crew Resource Management Trainer Manual Edition 2.
In-House Use Only: This publication is licensed strictly for in-house training and is not to be used for commercial purposes.
Video Clip Guidance: While NaviMinds cannot provide the video clips referenced in the lesson plan, clear instructions on how to locate them are included. Our support team is always available to assist with any issues.
The stress and stress management lesson plan is designed for trainers working with stress, performance, and human factors in complex or high-pressure environments, including CRM and Human Factors trainers, flight instructors, healthcare educators, and safety trainers.
Participants gain increased awareness of their own stress signals, a clearer understanding of how stress affects performance and health, and practical strategies they can realistically apply in daily work and life.
No. The lesson is designed to be delivered confidently by trainers without specialist clinical training. Background information and explanations are provided in the trainer notes.
No specialist equipment is required beyond standard classroom facilities, including a projector or TV and a flip chart or whiteboard.
