Education & Training

Courses

Train the Trainer (FETAC 6)

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Overview

The overall aim of this course is to enable learners to develop essential competencies and skills to undertake training activities as a specialist in their area. To ensure that the learners have a sound knowledge of the different methodologies and delivery systems implemented in training, MIDAS Group have revised and updated the Train the Trainer programme in line with industry standards.

Benefits:

Formal Qualification to undertake training activities
Ability to assess Training and Development Needs
Understand Adult Learning Theories, Concepts & Principles
Improved Communication skills
Understanding Training and Development issues within an organisational context,
Design and Develop Training Programmes and Content
Ability to deliver effective Training sessions, training demonstration and talks
Ability to support the learner through socialisation, evaluation and motivation
Insight into systematic training

Course Content:

Assessing Training and Development Needs
Communication skills
Understanding Training and Development
Designing a Training Programme
Delivering and Assessing Training
Supporting the Learner

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of all course work and assessments participants will receive a FETAC Level 6 Train the Trainer Certificate.

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For further information, fill in a course enquiry form, call us on +353 (046) 9249618 or e-mail info@midasgroup.ie – To register for this course, download the attached Booking Form and post / fax or book online by choosing the options below:

Pay Deposit €100

Balance due before course commencement €495

Full Price €595

Train the Trainer 3 in 1 Certificate (3 x FETAC 6)

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Overview

The overall aim of this certification programme is to enable learners to develop essential
competencies and skills to undertake training activities as a specialist in their area. The Train the
Trainer programme has been revised and updated and MIDAS Group have integrated it with
Group work and Facilitation Skills (FETAC 6) and Training and Development (FETAC 6) to ensure
that the learners have a sound knowledge of the different methodologies and delivery systems
implemented in training.

Benefits:

Formal Qualification to undertake training activities
Ability to assess Training and Development Needs
Understand Adult Learning Theories, Concepts & Principles
Improved Communication skills
Understanding Training and Development issues within an organisational context,
Design and Develop Training Programmes and Content
Ability to deliver effective Training sessions, training demonstration and talks
Ability to support the learner through socialisation, evaluation and motivation
Insight into systematic training

Course Content:

Assessing Training and Development Needs
Communication skills
Understanding Training and Development (pt 1 & 2)
Designing a Training Programme
Delivering and Assessing Training
Supporting the Learner
Group Facilitation Skills
Co-facilitation Skills
Assessment (Part 2)

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of all course work and assessments participants will receive:

Fetac Level 6 Certificate in Facilitation Skills and Group Work
FETAC Level 6 Certificate in Training and Development
FETAC Level 6 Train the Trainer Certificate

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Pay Deposit €100

Balance due before course commencement €795

Full Price €895

EDI/JEB Teacher Diploma in Information & Communications Tech. (Linked into NQF Level 6)

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Overview

The JEB Diploma will provide the learner with a Teaching Qualification in Information and Communications Technology. This is a professional course of study, designed for those who wish to become ICT tutors or trainers. Prior Information and Communications (ICT) teaching or training experience is desirable, but the desire to teach is necessary. This course is not aimed at teaching computer skills. Learners must have prior knowledge to at least ECDL level or higher.

Benefits:

The skills needed to devise and deliver ICT training courses in a variety of learning environments
The ability to assess and evaluate learners pre- and post- training
An internationally recognised, industry standard training and teaching qualification that certifies that JEB candidates can teach Information and Communication Technology skills to an elementary/intermediate level
Candidates will also be eligible to register on the NRT (National Register of Trainers) with Fas, to allow you to teach IT for statutory bodies such as FAS Training Services.
Prepare practical ICT Learning materials including, a completed teaching project, scheme of works and lesson plans, understand and manage the ICT learning environment

Course Content:

Teaching and learning context.
Teaching Strategies and methods.
Managing the teaching and learning environment.
Learning Theories and principles.
Designing a course, scheme of work and lesson plans
Assessment processes and practices
Developing your own practice.
Conducting a training session.
Effective teaching methods and teaching resources
Developing your own practice.
Conducting a training session.
Effective teaching methods and teaching resources

Accreditation:

On completion of the course (assessments/examination), the learner will have achieved a JEB Diploma in Information and Communication Technology which consists of:

Education Principles and Practice (EPP)1- The generic teaching module
Education Practice: ICT Skills (ICTS) – the specialist ICT teaching module

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1 Exemption from the EPP is given to you if you hold a teaching qualification recognised by JEB, either recently gained or kept current in a teaching position

Pay Deposit €200

Balance due before course commencement €1,250

Full Price €1,450

Tutor Preparation for FETAC Delivery and Assessment (CPD)

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Advanced Skills for the Practical Trainer (CPD)

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Overview

Behind every spectacular training session is a lot of preparation and meticulous attention to detail. The truly skilled trainer can make a program exciting. The learners will have fun while they are learning. The facilitator has been able to involve their emotions as well as their minds. You will see the involvement, and you will feel the energy.

To reach this stage as an adult educator isn’t always easy, but success isn’t just for the naturally gifted. It is possible for all of us who put effort into our personal growth and development, because we want the enormous satisfaction that comes from working with others to help them reach their potential as human beings. This three-day workshop is your start to that goal.

Benefits:

Enhance your understanding of learning styles & how to accommodate all learning styles in the classroom
Understand the key principles of effective communication in a workshop setting
Use a variety of training techniques to stimulate participation
Develop a plan and prepare for an effective training session
Understand the different levels of evaluation and when to use each
Understand how and when to add fun and humor to your training session
Identify advanced interventions for difficult situations
Practice the skills needed for a team presentation

Course Content:

Preparing to learn
Understanding learning
Competencies for adult educators
Accommodating learning preferences
Adult learning
The art of facilitation
Planning a workshop
Visual aids
Your role as an effective communicator
Questioning as a training technique
Kirkpatrick’s levels of evaluation
On-the-job support
Dealing with difficult situations
Adding some fun
Team teaching
Training preparation and presentations

Our Guarantee

Instruction by an expert facilitator
Small interactive classes
Specialized manual and course materials
Personalized certificate of completion

Duration

3 Day Work-Shop

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Survival Skills for the New Trainer (CPD)

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Overview

Few people choose training and development while they are still in school, and yet there are talented and knowledgeable trainers working in every industry. Some individuals become trainers because they are passionate about sharing their knowledge and about helping people. Others become trainers because their employer asks them to get involved in mentoring, training, or coaching new or existing employees. Trainers also get started when they want to make some changes to their daily activities, but wish to continue contributing to a particular organization or industry. If you are thinking about becoming a trainer, or have started doing some training already and what to know more about what will help you to become an excellent trainer, this workshop will help. This one-day workshop is designed as an exploration of the essential skills that trainers need to develop, and to get you started on the learning process in an interactive and fun environment.

Benefits: