Certificate

Measuring ROI

Network: 
Outsourcing Skillnet
Location of Course On Request
Methods of Assessment This course will itself be evaluated using the Phillips methodology. Reaction, learning and application evaluation will be by way of questionnaire and their will be an online focus group session to track progress and application of skills. If the organisation permits an impact evaluation will also be conducted.
Learning Outcomes Participants will learn the ROI Methodology to Foundations Certificate equipping them to:

o Create and conduct evaluation studies through all 5 levels to Return on Investment. It also covers the use of Levels 1 Reaction and 2 Learning from Kirkpatrick/Phillips
o Evaluate any learning Program to a meaningful level
o Sell the Phillips Methodology within your organisation
o Engage business stakeholders in your process.
o Empower Learning & Development to claim the benefit of investments
o Increase the Benefit to Cost Ratio / ROI of Learning & Development
o Each participant is asked to present a learning program that they plan to evaluate
o They will have the opportunity to develop a data collection plan and ROI analysis plan for their training program and have it peer reviewed by the other participants and the facilitator.

Further Enquiries outsourcing@ccma.ie or 01-2911960
Entry Requirements Participants must hold a Leaving Certificate, Equivalent Qualification) and / or have relevant life and work experience.
Course Content Today there is an increasingly strong demand for accountability and value for money within all functions. This means whatever training solutions are provided- internally or externally sourced- they should, indeed must be rigorously reviewed and assessed for quality of outcome and value for money.
Subjects Taught Participants will acquire a thorough grounding in the principles and application of the Phillips ROI evaluation methodology when applied to Learning and Development (L&D). On completion, successful candidates will be equipped to advocate ROI and design and complete evaluations on training programs.
Duration 2 days Instructor Led + One 2 hour webinar
6 - 12 weeks post program delivery
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Science in Supervisory Management

Network: 
ULearning Skillnet
Location of Course IT Sligo
Trainer IT Sligo
Further Enquiries ULearning Skillnet:
Phone: 086 0214825
Email: info@ulearning.ie
Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate or equivalent, or mature applicants over 23 years of age. For applicants who wish to attain the award of Higher Certificate in Supervisory Management & Technology, a minimum of 5 years relevant experience in a supervisory or leadership role in industry would be necessary in order to gain the Credits for Module 1 (Work Experience Portfolio).

A prospective student who does not have the requisite experience may undertake the taught modules and gain one of a variety of minor awards that are on offer.

Course Content This programme has been designed to fill the demand for personal development plans for front-line managers, team leaders or supervisors, who have not attained the academic entry requirements for Level 7 courses that are on offer. It is designed to back up the experience that supervisors have gained over a number of years, and to add to their knowledge and skills of managing a group of staff.

A prospective student who does not have the requisite experience may undertake the taught modules and gain one of a variety of minor awards that are on offer.

Financial Support This course has been approved by ULearning Skillnet for a fees subsidy of up to 25% for students whose company is a member of the ULearning Skillnet network.

There are also a limited number of free places available for unemployed students who meet the required criteria by ULearning Skillnet.

Please note there are only a limited number of subsidies available for both employed and unemployed students.

Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrolment September
Subjects Taught 2010 – 2011
Mathematics (10)
On-Line Learning Skills (5)
Business Management and Entrepreneurship (10)
Supervisory Management (10)

2011 – 2012
Engineering Science (10)
Mathematics (10) (Elective for new participants in the programme)
Engineering Materials (5)
Quality and Production Techniques (10)
Supervisory Management

Duration 2 years
Course Fee €4,000 (€2,000 per year, OR €350 per 5 credit module, €700 per 10 credit module)
Course Web Page: 
http://odl.itsligo.ie/engineering/higher-certificate-in-science-in-supervisory-management-technology/
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

JSSP - Safety & Health in the Workplace

Network: 
Waterford Chamber Skillnet
Location of Course Waterford
Trainer Janet Tumelty, New Links Training
Eligibility Participants Must be a jobseeker and in receipt of payment through social protection. Also open to Jobsbridge participants. Not open to CE/CI scheme participants.
Further Enquiries Contact Kelly - 051 311135
Email kelly.luders@waterfordchamber.ie
Entry Requirements Level 4 Certificate, Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and / or relevant life and work experience.
Course Content The aim of this module is to equip learners with a broad range of Health & Safety skills that will enable them to incorporate H&S best practice in to their work. The programme is also aimed at up skilling individuals who are changing career path or for those who wish to embark on a career where health and safety knowledge and skills are mandatory. This programme aims to help professionals who wish to pursue a career in training in a specific area of health and safety to develop their individual learning plan aimed at achieving their goals.

Understand the concepts of safety and health
• Recognize the factors that influence health, safety and welfare
• Apply the principles and procedures of health and safety to the workplace
• Understand the importance of hazard identification and risk assessment
• Promote safe working practices and procedures
• Be familiar with core legislation in the area of safety, health and welfare

Financial Support 100% grant aided by Skillnets
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrolment Date: 6th May 2013
Start Date: 7th, 8th, 9th, 14th, 15th, 16th May 2013
FETAC Code D20165: Safety and Health at Work
Duration 6 days
Number of Places Available
Course Fee N/a
Course Web Page: 
http://www.waterfordskillnet.ie/courses/jssp_details/jssp_-_safety_health_in_work_-_fetac_level_5_certificate
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

Supervisory Management

Network: 
Waterford Chamber Skillnet
Location of Course Waterford Chamber, 2 Georges Street, Waterford
Trainer Charlie Mernagh, College of Progressive Education
Methods of Assessment Assessment Method
Skills Demonstration 70%
Complete a skills demonstration template based on supervisory / management activities undertaken, with a personal reflection on your own learning and progress. The template is based on operational planning skills, organisational skills and team leadership skills.

Assignment 30%
Complete a 1000 word assignment on how Supervisory Management could develop a productive and motivated team through good work practices and effective communication.

Learning Outcomes • Understand the key concepts, principles and practice in supervisory / line management.
• Build a pattern of effective communication and problem solving to give great flexibility
• Relate supervision theory to planning and evaluation practice
• Undertake a training needs analysis and appropriate initiation of training plans
• Understand relevant legislation (Employment Equality Acts 98/04 and Data Protection)
• Recognise the benefits of using interactive management.
Further Enquiries Sara Mullally
Tel: 051 311 139
Email skillnet@waterfordchamber.ie
Entry Requirements National Vocation Certificate Level 1, Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and / or relevant life and work experiences. Generic literacy and interpersonal skills are required to successfully complete the programme.
Course Content This Supervisory Management Skills programme is ideal for those who are working as supervisors and line managers who wish to enhance their knowledge, skills and attitudes to motivate, lead and support teams in the future.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment 13th, 20th, 27th, June 4th & 18th July 2013
FETAC Code L32199: Supervisory Management
Subjects Taught Unit 1 Supervisory Management
Unit 2 Operational Planning
Unit 3 Team Leadership
Unit 4 Organisational Skill
Duration 5 Days, 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Number of Places 14 Maximum
Course Fee €475 per Skillnet Member
Course Web Page: 
http://www.waterfordskillnet.ie/courses/details/certified_supervisory_management_-_fetac_level_61
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes
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