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Course Information This course aims to empower you with the expertise to proficiently navigate process mapping and master the art of crafting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) within regulated environments. Whether you're engaged in activities that demand process improvement, continual enhancement, or SOP creation, this course offers invaluable insights tailored to your needs. It caters to individuals tasked with managing, documenting, and implementing processes and SOPs, irrespective of prior experience or skills. Our curriculum does not focus on specific software or approaches, focusing instead on fundamental principles and adaptable concepts applicable across diverse organisational landscapes. Benefits include: Hands-on experience in mapping processes An understanding of how process maps can be used to define, communicate and continually improve complex processes An understanding of best practice for SOPs using of process maps/process flow diagrams and process mind maps to complement text An insight into the preparation of concise and user friendly SOPs. This course is structured to encourage delegates to:  Discuss and develop ideas Develop a practical approach for creating process maps and writing SOPs Understand how to use process maps in SOPs effectively Discuss how process mapping for preparing SOPs can be applied to process improvement for SOPs. Is this course for you? The course is designed for all those with responsibility for managing, documenting and implementing processes and SOPs. It assumes no prior experience or skills. The course does not recommend any specific software or approach, but explores the principles and ideas that can be applied in any organisation. What will you learn? Hands-on experience in mapping processes An understanding of how process maps can be used to define, communicate and continually improve complex processes An understanding of best practice for SOPs using of process maps/process flow diagrams and process mind maps to complement text An insight into the preparation of concise and user friendly SOPs. By the end of the course you will be able to: Create process maps and write clearer more concise SOPs Understand how to use process maps in SOPs effectively Understand how process mapping can be applied to process improvement and better SOPs. Tutors Tutors will be comprised of (click the photos for biographies): Laura Brown Director, Laura Brown Training and Development David Butler VP of Quality, Resolian Programme Please note timings may be subject to alteration. Day 1 09:00 Welcome, Introductions and Course Objectives Why Companies manage by process. 10:00 Exercise 1 - First Steps Mechanisms for process mapping, levels at which it can be applied, and the roles and responsibilities of process owners. 10:30 Exercise 1 - Feedback 10:45 Break 11:00 Mapping Processes The stages involved in mapping processes including how to construct a SIPOC chart. 11:45 Exercise 2 - Mapping A Process A first opportunity to practice your new process mapping skills. 12:30 Exercise 2 - Feedback 13:00 Lunch 14:00 Exercise 3 - Discussion of Options for Format, Structure and Layout What Makes A Good SOP? Discussion of options for format, structure, level of detail of SOPs and the use of process maps for SOP writing. A case study example of a good SOP which uses a flow chart/process map. 14:45 Exercise 3 - Feedback 15:00 Break 15:15 A Case Study example of a good SOP that uses a flow chart / process map 15:30 Exercise 4 Discussion of the content of an SOP using a Process Map 15:35 Exercise 4 - Feedback 15:45 Key Writing Considerations 16:15 Exercise 5 16:45 Exercise 5 - Feedback 17:00 Close of Day Day 2 09:00 Review of Day 1 09:15 Using Metrics Selecting and using metrics to monitor and improve processes. 10:00 Exercise 6 - Practice in Process Mapping Creating Process Maps from multi-source information. 11:00 Break 11:15 Exercise 6 - Feedback 11:45 Common Pitfalls Common problems and tips for good Process Mapping. 12:15 Demonstration of Process Mapping on a PC 12:45 Lunch 13:30 Exercise 7 - Mind Mapping 14:30 Exercise 7 - Feedback 15:00 Break 15:15 Exercise 8 - Using Process Maps to Write an SOP Applying your process mapping skills as part of writing an SOP 15:30 Exercise 8 - Feedback 15:45 Course Review and Follow-up 16:00 Close of Course Extra Information Face-to-face course Course Material Course material will be available in PDF format for delegates attending this course. The advantages of this include: Ability for delegates to keep material on a mobile device Ability to review material at any time pre and post course Environmental benefits – less paper being used per course. The material will be emailed in advance of the course and RQA will not be providing any printed copies of the course notes during the training itself. Delegates wishing to have a hard copy of the notes should print these in advance to bring with them. Alternatively delegates are welcome to bring along their own portable devices to view the material during the training sessions. Remote course Course Material This course will be run completely online. You will receive an email with a link to our online system, which will house your licensed course materials and access to the remote event. Please note this course will run in UK timezone. The advantages of this include: Ability for delegates to keep material on a mobile device Ability to review material at any time pre and post course Environmental benefits – less paper being used per course Access to an online course group to enhance networking. You will need a stable internet connection, a microphone and a webcam. Development Level Learn

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Discover Free Strategic and Marketing Support for VCSE Organisations in Herefordshire Are you part of a Voluntary, Community, or Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisation in Herefordshire? Join us for two free introductory webinars to explore how you can access expert support to help your organisation thrive! What’s on offer? Funded by Herefordshire Council and Talk Community through the Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund, this exciting programme, delivered by Let’s Do Business Group, offers: Strategic planning guidance Funding advice and support Marketing Training and Support Upcoming Introductory Webinars Join us to: Discover what’s included in this tailored programme Hear about the full calendar of workshops and events happening in February and March 2025 Learn how to register your interest and access free support 📅 Webinar Dates: 11th February 2025 – Time: 10 am - 11.30 am 18th February 2025 – Time: 10 am - 11.30 am Don’t miss this opportunity to build connections, strengthen your organisation, and make a lasting impact in your community. Let’s take your organisation to the next level – together!  Let’s Do Business is undertaking this project in conjunction with Herefordshire Council and Talk Community to support organisations in the VCSE (Voluntary, Charity and Social Enterprise) sector in Herefordshire. This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the UK government's Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills. For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus Please click here to see our Privacy Policy. Please note that your details may be shared with Herefordshire Council who are funding this project.

Become a META-Health professional with our 6 months intensive training! Do you want to learn the scientific background of body-mind-interactions and how to integrate this knowledge in your practical work with your clients? This course contains both self-study and live training in online classes and covers the META-Health Level 1 and 2 material. It will take 6 months including 24 live sessions, 2 hours each, mainly in a weekly rhythm. You will get preparatory videos, reading material and tasks that help to understand and integrate the content, while the group sessions focus on demonstrations, discusion of the material, and practical exercises for you. All the time, our trainers and tutors will support you and we’ll be a learning family with an active chatgroup. Altogether you should reckon approximately 5 hours per week.

Agile PMs, it's time to Sprint & Connect! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Do you thrive on sticky notes, stand-ups, and sprint reviews? Is your backlog longer than your grocery list? 📝🍎 Then you’ll feel right at home at "Sprint & Connect: Agile PM Networking and Q&A Event"—where fellow Agile aficionados gather for some serious networking, knowledge-sharing, and maybe even a little retro venting (we know those sprints aren't always smooth sailing)! ⚡ Why you should come along: ✅ Exchange stories with PMs who pivot more than a soccer player on caffeine ✅ Get answers to your burning questions—faster than you can say "daily stand-up" ✅ Learn how to actually finish your sprint without feeling like you ran a marathon 🏅 Whether you're a Scrum Master Supreme or a Product Owner in Training, we’ve got a space for you to share, learn, and—most importantly—laugh. Because let’s face it, Agile is all about iterating through chaos together, right? 😅 Bring your Kanban boards and your Agile jokes—this is going to be one sprint you won't want to miss! 🏆

The Mechanics of Mediumship. A beginners guide to everything you need to know. How to become a professional psychic medium. Able to give short, accurate, evidential messages. This course runs over 5 weeks and during our time together we will explore five easy to follow parts. 1: What mediumship is and the different types, including your role as a professional medium and the differences between working in the psychic modality and when you are connected to spirit. 2: Activating and building your power within, and the difference between meditation, and attunement both to the spirit world and using your psychic modality. 3: The six different senses available to you, which are your strongest and whether you are perceiving them objectively or subjectively. 4: What is and what is not evidence in mediumship, understanding the different types of evidence available and defining practical and emotional evidence. 5: Surrendering to spirit, building confidence to receive specific unique information, and understanding the reasons why you receive a no response. Guidance on making positive, strong, statements filling your sitter with confidence, building a truly extraordinary professional reading.

A standalone 10 week/session course that will introduce you to the basic materials, tools, equipment and techniques used in paper crafting and mixed media work and to Craft4Smiles C.I.C and our tutors. You will be sent all the materials and equipment needed to complete the course. At the end of each lesson you will have a crafted item to take away to keep or show family and friends. You will be told about the other courses you offer so that you can make an informed choice about further learning.

Kids in Museums Youth Panel Information Session    Tuesday 11 February, 6-7pm    Kids in Museums is looking for new Youth Panel members. If you’re aged 16-25 and passionate about museums and heritage this is a great opportunity to learn new skills, advocate for young people in the heritage sector and help shape the work of Kids in Museums.   In this informal briefing session, you can:   Hear more about the Youth Panel, recent projects designed by members and how they contribute to the wider work of Kids in Museums. Find out about what Youth Panel meetings are like, how much time you need to commit and what members value about being part of the Panel. Hear more about Kids in Museums programmes, our impact and how we work with wider museum sector, Ask any questions about being part of the Youth Panel. The session will be led by Kids in Museums staff and a current Youth Panel member.   It will last about one hour and be delivered on Zoom. If you require any adjustments to attend a session on Zoom, please let us know and we will find a way to support you.    Who should attend?   This session is for anyone aged 16-25 who is based in the UK and interested in becoming a member of the Youth Panel.   The application form plus information pack about the role can be found on the Kids in Museums website.

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Our comprehensive online course offers a deep dive into Manual Handling and Safe Loading of Vehicles. Whether you're a seasoned driver or just starting out, this training will equip you with essential knowledge and skills to navigate various road conditions safely and efficiently. Manual Handling Training: Gain a strong foundation in safe lifting techniques to prevent injuries when loading, unloading, and manoeuvring goods. Safe Loading of Vehicles: Acquire essential knowledge and practical skills for securing loads effectively, preventing accidents, and complying with road safety regulations. Invest in your professional development and become a safer, more compliant driver. Please review our Terms and Conditions for more information.