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Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for beginner to intermediate business and requirements analysts who are looking to improve their elicitation and requirements writing and documentation skills. This course is also a great fit for technical writers, product and software testers, project managers, product owners who work closely with business analysts or who perform some for of business analysis themselves. Overview Understand the role of the business analyst and core competencies for performing successfully Discuss the criticality of business analysis and requirements for successful project outcomes Understand the main professional associations and standards supporting business analysts in the industry Discuss the common problems with requirements and explore approaches to address these issues Obtain a clear understanding of the various requirements types and the significance for eliciting each type Demonstrate your ability to identify stakeholders Explore various methods for understanding and analyzing stakeholders Discuss and apply good planning practices to requirements elicitation efforts Obtain knowledge and understanding of over 15 current and commonly applied elicitation techniques Understand how to progress from elicitation to analysis to documentation Write well-formed and validated requirements Gain understanding of the best practices for writing quality requirements Learn the technical writing techniques that apply directly to writing requirements documents Discuss writing pitfalls, risks that impact requirements, and how to address them Learn best practices for communicating and collaborating with stakeholders, sharing the results of elicitation and the resulting documentation Learn approaches for validating requirements Understand the difference between validating requirements and validating the solution With elicitation serving as a major component of the requirements process, it is imperative that business analysts maintain high competency levels in elicitation practices and technique use to help organizations overcome the requirements related challenges faced on projects. Regardless whether you are a practitioner just starting off your career in business analysis or whether you have been performing the role for some years, this course will provide insight into the latest thoughts on elicitation and writing effective requirements and present a number of current techniques that are being applied on projects across industries today. Review of Foundational Concepts Definition of a business analysis Definition of business analyst BA role vs. PM role Business analysis competencies Benefits of business analysis Purpose for having a BA standard IIBA?s BABOK© Guide and PMI?s Practice Guide in Business Analysis Business analysis core concepts Discussion: Project challenges Understanding Requirements Common problems with requirements Understand the problem first Define the business need Situation statements and moving to requirements Understanding requirement types Business requirements Stakeholder/User Requirements Solution Requirements Functional Requirements Non-Functional Requirements Assumptions and Constraints Discussions: Requirement problems, business needs, and identifying non-functional requirements Discovering Stakeholders Definition of a stakeholder Stakeholder types Identifying stakeholders Performing stakeholder analysis Stakeholders and requirements Tips for identifying stakeholders Grouping stakeholders Creating a RACI model Tips for analyzing stakeholders Documenting results of stakeholder analysis Workshop: Discovering stakeholders Preparing for Requirements Elicitation Planning for elicitation Benefits of elicitation planning What do you plan? The elicitation plan Setting objectives for elicitation Determining the scope for elicitation Establishing pre-work Determining the outputs for the session The iterative nature of elicitation Elicitation roles Elicitation planning techniques Discussions: Who to involve in elicitation, planning impacts, and unplanned elicitation Workshop: Planning for elicitation Conduct Requirements Elicitation Elicitation skillset Types of elicitation techniques Using active listening in elicitation Techniques for performing elicitation Benchmarking/Market Analysis Brainstorming Business Rules Analysis Collaborative Games Concept Modeling Data Mining Data Modeling Document Analysis Focus Groups Interface Analysis Interviews Observation Process Modeling Prototyping Survey or Questionnaire Workshops Write Effective Requirements Elicitation and Analysis Requirements related issues Implications of bad requirements Elicitation and documentation Writing skillset Documenting requirements Modeling requirements Defining the project life cycle Impact of project life cycle on documentation Requirements specifications Characteristics of good requirements Guidelines for writing textual requirements Structuring a requirement Writing pitfalls Traceability Requirements attributes Risks associated to requirements Discussions: Project Life Cycle and Correcting Poorly Written Requirements Workshops: Documenting Requirements and Identify Characteristics of Good Requirements Confirm and Communicate Elicitation Requirements Business analysis communication Requirements communication Communication skills The 7 Cs Timing of communication Planning communication Importance of Collaboration Planning collaboration Documenting communication/collaboration needs Confirming elicitation results Verify requirements Characteristics of good requirements (revisited) Requirements checklist Requirements validation Signing off on requirements Discussions: Responsibility for Communication, Eliciting Communication Needs, Validation Signoff Workshops: Communicating Requirements and Obtaining Signoff Evaluate the Solution Business analyst role in solution evaluation Why solutions under perform What we are looking for in solution evaluation When does solution evaluation occur Performing solution evaluation Planning solution evaluation Metrics that might exist Evaluating long term performance Qualitative vs. quantitative measures Tools & techniques used in solution evaluation Comparing expected to actuals When solution evaluation discovers a variance Tools/techniques for analyzing variances Proposing a recommendation Communicating results of solution evaluation Discussion: Addressing Variance Wrap up and Next Steps Useful books and links on writing effective requirements BABOK© Guide Business Analysis for Practitioners: A Practice Guide Additional course details: Nexus Humans BA04 - Eliciting and Writing Effective Requirements training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the BA04 - Eliciting and Writing Effective Requirements course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

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A Harry Potter Quiz based on the movies and books. This quiz is suitable for children aged 7+ A Zoom link will be sent to those who register and Louise, the host, will provide a link to the quizzing website, Kahoot!

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Quality Guarantee: Promising training excellence, satisfaction gurantee Accredited by CPD UK & Quality License Scheme Tutor Support Unlimited support via email, till you complete the course Recognised Certification: Accepted by thousands of professional bodies Start Anytime With 1 year access to the course materials Online Learning Learn from anywhere, whenever you want This course will take you to the next level of your aromatherapy expertise. You will explore the art and science of aromatic healing on a deeper level, as you dive into advanced essential oil branding techniques and specialised applications. This course at a glance Eligible to apply for the insurance Accredited by International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine (IPHM) Accredited by CPD UK Endorsed by Quality Licence Scheme Understand the fundamental of aromatherapy and carrier oils Know what to look for when buying essential oils and how to store them Understand how Lavander play a vital role to treat bites and stings Know how to diffuse essential oils with cats in the house Recognise various ways to extract essential oils Know how to work safely with essential oil Identify the various ways to apply and incorporate aromatherapy Know how to relieve stress and insomnia using aromatherapy Learn how aromatherapy is used to treat musculoskeletal and respiratory system disorder Understand how aromatherapy is used to treat swelling, edema and cellulite Recognise the use of aromatherapy in treating digestive system disorders Learn how to treat skin disorders such as dermatitis/eczema, psoriasis, and other skin conditions Know how to treat female reproductive disorders such as PMS, menopause, and painful periods Why Advanced Diploma in Aromatherapy Course right for you? This interactive online advanced diploma in aromatherapy courses is beneficial for spa therapists, aromatherapists or for those who want to have a broader understanding of aromatherapy, how to use these aromatic essential oils and implement them into their daily lives. This course will help you understand the functions of essential oils, and how to combine them to treat various skin conditions and disorders such as respiratory system disorder, musculoskeletal system disorder, lymphatic system disorder, digestive system disorder, and female reproductive disorder. This course covers different ways to apply aromatherapy, including how aroma therapy helps relieve stress, insomnia, headaches, arthritis, bruise, sinusitis, asthma, etc. You will learn how essential oil is absorbed into our bloodstream as well as the various ways to extract the essential oils. This advanced diploma in aromatherapy courses will also help you understand the safety precautions that are required to be taken while working with and using essential oil. Upon successful completion of this advanced diploma in aromatherapy courses, you will have deep knowledge of aromatherapy, the benefits of lavender oil, essential oil safety, how to treat various disorders using aromatherapy, and much more. This course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. This course and/or training programme is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example, progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website. Advanced Diploma in Aromatherapy Course Details Accredited by International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine (IPHM) is a leading accredited organisation that certifies and regulates alternative therapists, healers, and training providers around the world. After completing the IPHM accredited course you will be eligible to apply for the insurance.   CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.   The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. Course Curriculum Introduction To Aromatherapy Introduction Before We Start What is Aromatherapy Where Do Certain Plants Have Essential Oils Why Does the Cost of Essential Oils Vary So Much What to Look for When Buying Essential Oils How Essential Oils Can Be Adulterated I Just Bought Some Fake 'pure' Essential Oils! Storing Your Essential Oils Dilution Rates Carrier Oils and What I Think is the Best for Massage Best Carrier Oils for Skin Conditions and Small Areas What on Earth Do These Words Mean Lavender- The Most Versatile Oil Ever! If I Only Had Lavender Oil, What Can I Do With It A Quick Word About Whether to Use Lavender Neat (Undiluted) or Not. Treating Bites and Stings With Lavender Lots of Great Ways to Use Lavender in Your Daily Life. Diffusing Essential Oils With Cats Should You Diffuse Essential Oils With Cats in the House Essential Oils-How They Are Absorbed Into Our Bloodstream How Does Aromatherapy Affect Our Minds and Bodies What is the Quickest Base to Get the E.O.s Into Your Bloodstream How to Increase Your Absorption Rate Even More The Garlic Test The Various Ways To Extract Essential Oils What You Will Learn in This Section The Steam and Water Distillation Process Cold Expressio Solvent Extraction Carbon Dioxide(CO2) Extraction Enfleurage Summary Essential Oil Safety Using Essential Oils Safely is Paramount Some Good News for People With High Blood Pressure A Word About Using Citrus Oils and Photosensitivity Oils That Must Be Avoided in Pregnancy and Nursing Mothers. What You Should Not Do The Various Way To Apply Aromatherapy Introduction to the Ways to Apply Your Aromatherapy A Word About Aromatherapy Baths Warm and Cold Compresses Roller Balls Bath and Body Products Small Topical Creams, Oils and Lotions Foot Baths Steam Inhalation Diffusers/inhalation The Diffusers That I Prefer and Why. Full Body Massage Room Sprays To Summarize the Best Ways to Apply Aromatherapy for the Various Conditions Helping Stress And Insomnia What We Are Going to Go Through From Now on Let's Take a Look at Stress A Handy List of Essential Oils for Emotional States Using Aromatherapy for Stress and Insomnia Let's Use This Knowledge in a Practical Situation Musculoskeletal System Disorders What You Are Going to Learn in This Section How to Treat Acute Injuries How to Treat Chronic Pain Headaches How to Treat Arthritis If I Had Just 1 Essential Oil to Treat Pain With, It Would Be This One A 2018 Study on Knee Osteoarthritis Pain Using Lavender A Study that increased Athletic Performance With Aromatherapy Bruises Varicose Veins Lymphatic System Disorders Treating Swelling, Edema and Cellulite Respiratory System Disorders Treating Respiratory Disorders Treating Sinusitis Treating Asthma Treating Chronic Bronchitis Treating Hayfever Treating Allergies With the Big 4 Essential Oils Digestive System Disorders Digestive Disorders in General Treating Nausea Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Treating Constipation Treating Weight Loss Treating Female Reproductive Disorders Treating Dysmenorrhea (Painful Periods) Treating PMS Treating Menopause Treating Skin Disorders Looking at Treating Certain Skin Conditions A Handy List Of essential Oils For Skin Types Treating Dermatitis/Eczema Studies on Using Sandalwood for Eczema and Psoriasis Treating Psoriasis Studies Using tea Tree EO for Acne Treating Hair Loss and Scalp issues Treating Burns Treating Scars Treating Athletes Foot ( Tinea Pedis) Some Studies Have Shown Effective Treatments With Wrinkles Make Your Own Anti-aging Serum Stretch Marks Oil Hand Sanitizer Spray Congratulations! You Have Completed the Course. Who should take this course? This advanced diploma in aromatherapy courses is primarily aimed at: Aestheticians Herbalists Spa Therapists Aromatherapists Aspiring Aromatherapists Owners of an aromatherapy clinic Anyone interested to learn about aromatherapy However, this course is not restricted to any single profession or field of work. This course is ideal for everyone who wants to gain knowledge about aromatherapy and develop the practical skills necessary to apply it in their daily life. Entry Requirements There are no academic entry requirements for this advanced diploma in aromatherapy courses, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds. However, you are required to have a laptop/desktop/tablet or smartphone and a good internet connection. Assessment Method This advanced diploma in aromatherapy courses assesses learners through multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Upon successful completion of the modules, learners must answer MCQs to complete the assessment procedure. Through the MCQs, it is measured how much a learner could grasp from each section. In the assessment pass mark is 60%. It would help if you also got yourself registered with our Aromatherapy Courses Online Mega Bundle. This bundle includes various courses covering different aspects of aromatherapy, from basic principles to advanced techniques. It's a great way to expand your knowledge and skills in this field. Certification Endorsed Certificate from Quality Licence Scheme After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order the Endorsed Certificate by Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees. There is a Quality Licence Scheme endorsement fee to obtain an endorsed certificate which is £65. Certificate of Achievement from Lead Academy After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order your certificate of achievement as proof of your new skill. The certificate of achievement is an official credential that confirms that you successfully finished a course with Lead Academy. Certificate can be obtained in PDF version at a cost of £12, and there is an additional fee to obtain a printed copy certificate which is £35. FAQs What is the best aromatherapy course? The best is the one that is affiliated with a professional body, such as the Federation of Holistic Therapists and the International Federation of Aromatherapists (IFA). According to some studies, there are 2 excellent internationally recognised diploma courses affiliated with the International Federation of Aromatherapists: 1. The Aromatherapy Diploma (level 4 diploma) and 2. The Professional Essential Oils Therapy (PEOT) Diploma. which focuses on the in-depth study of essential oils and carrier oils and their applications. How do online courses work? Online courses typically work by providing educational content and resources related to the practice of therapy through an online platform. Interested students enrol in an online course on the website and they get access to the learning materials such as video lectures, e-books, quizzes etc. After completing the course learners receive a certificate as evidence of their completion. How long is an oil therapy course? The duration of the course depends on the level of the course. For example, a basic or introductory course is usually shorter in duration, ranging from a few hours to a few weeks. On the other hand, a professional or advanced course ranges from several months to a year longer. How do I become an aromatherapist? Here are some steps you can take to start your career as an aromatherapist: 1. Pursue a program: If you don't have healthcare experience, Pursue a program with an emphasis on human anatomy and physiology. 2. Complete a program: pursue a program approved by the Alliance of International Aromatherapists (AIA) or the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA). 3. Earn your certification: After completing your training, take the Aromatherapy Registration Council (ARC) certification exam and earn your certification. 4. Look for work as an aromatherapist: Once you receive your certification, start your job search. Many aromatherapists open their own private practices. How much do aromatherapists make? Aromatherapists, like many other healthcare practitioners, can earn a good living. The income in this profession may vary depending on the level of expertise and if the therapist runs his/her own business or works for someone else. The amount they earn may also vary depending on where they work and the services they normally serve patients.

A Harry Potter Quiz based on the books (not the movies). This quiz is suitable for children aged 10+ A Zoom link will be sent to those who register and Louise, the host, will provide a link to the quizzing website, Kahoot! on the day of the quiz.

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A Harry Potter Quiz based on the books which focuses on some of the finer details that only true Harry Potter fans may know. This quiz is suitable for those aged 12+ A Zoom link will be sent to those who register and Louise, the host, will provide a link to the quizzing website, Kahoot! on the day of the quiz.

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