Strategic Connection Professional Certification (SCP)
Summer 2024
Chattanooga TN
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Facilitator Program
Earn Your Strategic Connection Professional Certification (SCP)
Program Overview:
The Facilitator Program is a comprehensive training and certification initiative designed to target the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to excel as facilitators with the Connect for Teams program. This certification will provide the pathway for creating lasting impact across teams.
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Key Program Components:
1. Theory & Concepts: The program will provide a deep understanding of facilitation principles, theories, and best practices, allowing participants to apply them effectively in situations beyond facilitation.
2. Facilitation Skills & Techniques: Participants will develop or refresh the core foundation facilitation skills, including effective communication, active listening, group dynamics, and conflict resolution. The program will cover a range of facilitation techniques for a variety of different situations.
3. Practical Experience: Participants will have opportunities to practice their facilitation skills in a supportive and constructive environment, receiving feedback to improve their abilities to successfully facilitate the Connect for Teams program.
Program Duration & Cost:
The Facilitator Certification Program is three days. Contact for investment.
Program Benefits:
This program allows individuals to bring the Connect for Teams program directly to each team inside an organization creating high levels of impact. The Facilitator Certification Program equips individuals with skills that are transferable for professional and personal development.
Throughout this immersive day, you'll dive into the CONNECT For Teams curriculum as a participant. You'll directly experience the transformative impact it has on both your professional and personal life. It's essential to firsthand witness the benefits of this curriculum before stepping into roles as both a champion and facilitator.
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Day Two: Theory & Concepts |
Facilitator Training Day One |
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Adult Learning Theories |
Participants will be able to apply key principles of adult learning theories to facilitate effective educational experiences for adult learners. |
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Establishing a Learning Environment |
Participants will be able to create an optimal learning environment by implementing strategies that foster engagement, inclusivity, and a positive atmosphere conducive to effective learning. |
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Cooperative Learning |
Participants will gain the ability to differentiate between cooperative and collaborative learning, and effectively apply principles to implement group-based learning experiences that enhance engagement and knowledge acquisition. |
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Facilitation and Trainer Skills |
Participants will be proficient in facilitation and trainer skills, demonstrating the ability to create an interactive and dynamic learning environment while effectively delivering content and engaging diverse audiences. |
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Facilitation Best Practices |
Participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to implement facilitation best practices, enhancing their ability to guide productive discussions, manage group dynamics, and optimize the overall learning experience. |
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Practicum Overview & Assignments |
The practicum assignment aims to provide participants with hands-on experience applying theoretical knowledge in a real-world context, fostering the development of practical skills and competencies within the subject matter. |
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Day Three: Practicum |
Facilitator Training Day Two |
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Practicum Review & Ground Rules |
To ensure a conducive and respectful learning environment, promoting effective communication, constructive feedback, and a collaborative atmosphere that enhances the overall quality and professionalism of the presentations. |
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Practicum Facilitations |
The practicum assignment aims to provide participants with hands-on experience applying theoretical knowledge in a real-world context, fostering the development of practical skills and competencies within the subject matter. |
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Structured indivdiual Feedback |
Constructive and actionable insights that facilitate the continuous improvement of participants, fostering self-reflection, skill enhancement, and the application of theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios. |
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Logistics of Delivery |
To ensure a seamless and organized execution of training sessions, encompassing effective time management, resource utilization, and technical proficiency to enhance the overall facilitation experience. |
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Evaluations & Resources |
Participants will be able to evaluate facilitation training to assess the effectiveness of the program, measure participants' comprehension and application of skills, and identify areas for improvement to enhance future initiatives. |
Meet Your Instructors
Jonna van Thiel, Ph.D.
Bringing nearly two decades of experience in individual, organizational and group development, Jonna connects people with the right tools to grow and forge essential partnerships. She has a wealth of experience offering a big picture approach with laser precision insight. Jonna has demonstrated proven results in leadership development, coaching, and facilitation. Certified in administering assessment and developmental tools to target team building, leadership style, work style, emotional intelligence, and beyond, her passion is fueled through assisting others in their growth to becoming significant.
Robert Barber
As a Leadership Development Trainer and Executive Coach, I assist executives and HR experts in optimizing leadership development. With a rich 26-year background spanning executive HR, entrepreneurship, engineering, sales, and marketing, I utilize my multifaceted experience to craft and implement people-centric strategies that yield tangible outcomes.
I consult with clients across diverse industries, including energy, finance, logistics, real estate, and manufacturing, focusing on organizational strategy, talent management, employee relations, compensation design, and performance management.
