Online Self-Paced Course

Course Overview

RELAX: Alternatives to Anger Online is a self-paced course for adults to better manage anger and stress at home and in the workplace. Participants will gain a better understanding of anger, learn methods to manage anger and stress, develop communication skills and make positive behavioral changes. A certificate for three training hours is awarded once participants have completed the course.

The RELAX: Alternatives to Anger Online Self-Paced program includes the class materials during each of the four lessons, with the option to print them from the website.

Course Format

Self-paced online course

Price

Free

Registration Instructions

STEP #1: Create your Michigan State University Guest Account by selecting the Create Your MSU Guest Account button below. (For detailed instructions visit the following web page: Instructions: Creating Your Guest Account.) Once you have created your guest account, return back to this page.

Create Your MSU Guest Account

STEP #2: Click on the button below to login to the registration system with your Guest Account (your email) and Password. Upon registration you will receive an email with instructions on how to login to the course.

Register For The RELAX Course

STEP #3: Once you are registered you may login to the course.

Login To The Course

There is no time limit for completing the online course; logging in and continuing can be done as many times as needed. You will be asked to complete written assignments during the course, and you will receive feedback from an instructor. After the instructor comments on your final assignment, you will need to log on and review the comments, at which time you will be able to print your certificate. Please allow 5-7 days from the time you finish for the instructor to grade and open your certificate.

More Information

If you have any other questions or concerns please contact MSU Extension educator Holly Tiret

Technical Assistance

If you have any technical problems, please contact the Michigan State University IT Service Desk from 7am-12am Monday through Friday and 10am-12am on Saturday/Sunday, any day that the University is open.

  • Phone: (517) 432-6200
  • Phone (toll free): 1 (844) 678-6200

Frequently Asked Questions

What is my username/NETID?

Your username (or NET ID) is the email address you used to create your account during registration (you use the same email address/password for registering and for taking the course).

What URL do I go to for logging into the course?

Go to: https://d2l.msu.edu/. You will see the Michigan State University at the top of the page. Login with the email address and password you set during the registration process.

I received a “not authenticated” response when trying to login – what do I do?

A “not authenticated” message is typically an issue with a password not being entered correctly.

I forgot my password – where can I reset it?

If you need to reset your password at any time go to https://auth.msu.edu/ and select the option for "Need help Signing in."