A practical and experiential course which will equip individuals with the essential skills and knowledge of action learning.

Course outline:

• the origins of action learning
• six action learning conventions
• action learning techniques
• what makes action learning different to other problem solving forums
• what it’s like to be part of an action learning set
• how to solve problems quickly and effectively
• holding boundaries and maintaining the ground rules
• the success of action learning in the workplace
• how to start your own action learning group

Day 1   Action Learning in a Nutshell

• Find out exactly what action learning is, learn about it’s unique characteristics, and the benefits it can bring to individuals and groups.
• Whether you work for an organisation or are self employed, learn how action learning can enrich your portfolio.
• Experience what it is to be part of an action learning group and learn the basic conventions and core ground rules

             
Day 2    Role of the Facilitator

• Gain practical experience, and practice in an action learning group of no more than six people.
• Understand the key skills and learn the essential techniques of an action learning facilitator.
• Learn how to avoid the common mistakes and pitfalls when facilitating and become familiar with the multi tasking role of an action learning facilitator

Day 3    Action Learning in Practice

• Know what it is to be part of an action learning group and facilitate an action learning session.
• Feel confident and eager to transfer your skills as a facilitator

Day 4    Consolidation of Theory & Practice

Fees (per delegate):

Days 1- 3    £570 +VAT (£480 +VAT early-bird)
Day 4           £190 +VAT (£160 +VAT early-bird)
ILM Accreditation Registration Fee £66 +VAT

Duration:

9.30 – 4.00pm

Dates for 2012:

29 Feb, 1 & 2 Mar ((Day 4: 27 April)   PLACES AVAILABLE

10, 11, 12 Oct (Day 4: 14 Dec)  PLACES AVAILABLE

Pre-requisites:

To acheive accreditation participants must complete the full 3 days training prior to attending the consolidation of theory and practice day 4.

Accreditation:

Accreditation is available with the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) on completion of the full training course and payment of the accreditation registration fee.

Location:

Holiday Inn, Castle St, Cardiff, CF10 1XD

70% off:

This course is eligible for 70% funding from the European Social Fund through the Welsh Government. Eligibility criteria applies.