Facilitation Certificate in Training and Development

Day 1:

Foundations of Facilitation and Adult Learning

• Introduction to Facilitation in Training and Development

• The Role of a Facilitator vs. Trainer

• Understanding Adult Learning Principles

  • Andragogy vs. Pedagogy

  • Key Learning Styles (Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic)

• How to Prepare for a Facilitation Session

  • Setting Objectives and Outcomes

  • Understanding the Audience

• Practical Activity: Designing a Learning Outcome Framework

Day 2:

Designing and Delivering Engaging Training

• Structuring an Effective Training Session

  • Introduction, Content Delivery, and Conclusion

• Methods for Engaging Learners

  • Interactive Techniques (Discussions, Case Studies, Role-playing)

• Managing Time and Flow in a Training Session

• Utilizing Visual and Auditory Aids

  • Tools for Visual Facilitation (Slides, Flipcharts, etc.)

• Practical Activity: Delivering a Mini-Training Session

Day 3:

Facilitation Techniques and Group Dynamics

• Techniques for Effective Facilitation

  • Asking the Right Questions

  • Active Listening and Feedback

• Understanding Group Dynamics

  • Managing Group Interactions and Diverse Personalities

• Conflict Management in a Group Setting

• Handling Difficult Participants and Situations

• Practical Activity: Facilitating Group Discussions and Handling Resistance

Day 4:

Tools and  Technologies for Facilitation

• Incorporating Technology in Facilitation

  • Learning Management Systems (LMS), Online Platforms, and Tools

• Using Icebreakers and Energizers to Build Engagement

• Facilitating Virtual Training Sessions

  • Adapting Facilitation for Online Learning

• Practical Activity: Running a Virtual Facilitation Session

Day 5:

Evaluation and Continuous Improvement

• Assessing Learning Outcomes and Measuring Training Effectiveness

  • Participant Feedback and Learning Assessments

• Continuous Improvement in Facilitation Skills

  • Self-Reflection and Peer Feedback

• Creating a Personal Action Plan for Facilitation Development

• Final Assessment: Delivering a Full Training Session

  • Participants will facilitate a session incorporating all the learned techniques