Applied Facilitation Skills
Facilitate learning using a variety of given methodologies (117871)
Program Description
This highly engaging module covers the basic of how to engage successfully with learners in a
classroom environment. It covers facilitation methodologies as well as strategies, techniques
and activities for skills transference in the classroom, as well as the opportunity to receive
feedback on their own facilitation styles.
Outcomes
Plan and prepare for facilitation.
Facilitate learning.
Evaluate learning and facilitation.
Total duration of course
2 days (1 day of theory, 1 day of practical )
Number of credits
10 credits
Benefits of Attending the Applied Facilitation Skills Course
Facilitation is interactive and practical, ensuring that the learning is engaging and
interesting.
The first day of theory ensures that learners understand the theoretical underpinnings of their delivery in the classroom, while the additional day of engaging in a simulation for the practical aspect ensures that learners practice their skills with their peers.
Learning is followed by learner support sessions before a portfolio of evidence is
submitted, to greatly increase learners’ chances of being declared competent.
Target Audience
This module will provide recognition for those who facilitate or intend to facilitate learning using a variety of given methodologies, or want to improve their delivery in the classroom.
Competencies required
Exposure to education, training and development environments and practices.
Competence in their own field of expertise.
Facilitation Methodology
All Facilitators are subject matter experts as well as registered Assessors against the
relevant qualifications.
Facilitators engage in train-the-trainer methodology to ensure that they are competent in outcomes-based training and activities in the classroom, and are subject to regular continuous improvement to ensure that they remain relevant.
Methodology is engaging and interactive, catering for all types of learning styles ensuring that the learners remain interested for as much of the course as possible.
Learning activities consist of formative activities which take place during the training and include group work, simulations, case studies as well as self-directed activities, and summative assignments which are completed at the workplace to demonstrate reflexive
competence.
Support is provided during the training by the Facilitator as well as the Quality Officer on the last day of training on how to complete the quality assurance aspects of the portfolio successfully.