Course Description
Road Safety Education (RSE) is essential in promoting responsible road use, reducing road traffic accidents, and fostering a culture of safety among all road users. Educators play a critical role in equipping learners with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to become responsible pedestrians, cyclists, passengers, and future drivers. This programme is designed to strengthen educators' technical and pedagogical competencies in Road Safety Education, enabling them to effectively integrate road safety concepts into teaching and learning while promoting lifelong safe road behaviours.
Course Objectives
The objectives of the course are to enable participants to:
- • explain the psychological and behavioural aspects of anger.
- • identify situations that trigger anger responses.
- • apply techniques to regulate emotions and manage reactions.
- • use effective communication strategies during difficult interactions.
- • handle workplace conflicts in a constructive manner.
- • develop personal action plans for improved emotional management.
- • design learner-centred road safety awareness activities.
- • promote responsible road user behaviour.
- • develop positive attitudes towards road safety.
- • serve as ambassadors for road safety education within schools and communities.
- • encourage lifelong road safety awareness among learners.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will be able to:
- • explain the importance of road safety education in reducing road traffic risks.
- • demonstrate a sound understanding of road safety concepts and legislation.
- • integrate road safety education into classroom teaching using effective pedagogical strategies.
- • promote safe behaviours among learners and the wider community.
- • identify challenges affecting road safety education implementation and propose practical solutions.
- • develop lesson plans and learning activities aligned with the national curriculum framework.
- • advocate for a culture of road safety within educational institutions.
Topics covered:
- • Introduction to Road Safety Education
- • National Curriculum Framework for Road Safety Education
- • Road Safety Rules and Regulations
- • Challenges and Innovative Solutions
- • Promoting a Culture of Road Safety