Learning activities, training and
capacity building
We provide innovative, effective and professional training and learning activities, for different audiences, using a wide range of approaches. We always focus on the desired learning outcomes and the context in which participants will be applying their new skills and knowledge. Learning is delivered through in-house processes and our own training events, to one organisation or to a multi-agency group.
Our learning activities include:
Workshop training events, with a mixture of direct input and group exercises- ‘Sandwich’ courses combining training with tackling a real task, then a follow up training day
- One to one or small group coaching
- Action learning – that is, supporting staff in tackling a real task, whilst learning about relevant skills and knowledge in this applied setting.
We offer training on:
- Partnership working: ‘off the shelf’ training
on generic issues and tailored support.
For further information on our ‘off the shelf ’ training days, please read Making Partnerships Work. - Facilitation courses: We can deliver either 'classroom'
or applied learning, from an introductory level to advanced facilitation
skills.
For further information please read Facilitation training - Effective meetings and process design: build your skills
on both the theory and practice of how to improve the effectiveness and
efficiency of meetings of all kinds.
For further information please read Successful meetings - Supporting participative events & meetings: A half day course developed specifically for staff who support meetings and events, through advance preparation, administration and at the event itself. A highly practical session, stuffed with invaluable tips to ensure that your events go smoothly.
For further information please read Supporting Participative Events - Collaborative working -the theory and the practice: understanding
both the theory and practice of how to support effective collaboration
between organisations – from frontline staff working together in
new ways, through to full blown partnerships.
For further information please read Practical support for collaborative working - Community Planning : We have developed a number of learning modules specifically for those grappling with the huge challenge of making the Community Planning process, including the Local Strategic Partnership, work.
To register your interest in attending training on any of these topics, please email us, indicating which topic and your preferred geographical location for the training.
Examples of our work
creating excellenc : The South West Regeneration Forum |
Providing a range of training courses for mixed sector audiences, including ‘Meaningful meeting, effective events’, ‘Practical
Support for Collaborative Working’ Facilitating an Action Learning Set for people involved in an estate renewal process in Poole, Dorset. |
Caerphilly County Borough Council |
Facilitation training for public and voluntary sector staff working with local communities on regeneration activities. |
The Environment Agency |
A two year capacity building programme for selected staff, creating a body of people acting as capable internal consultants, on all aspects of public engagement. With InterAct Networks. |
| For Monmouthshire Council | Training on how to plan and deliver participative workshops on strategic issues. |
| Sustainable Development Commission. | An introduction to facilitation |