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Darlington

<h1 dir="ltr" id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Course Overview:</h1>This training based on leading teams will help you to develop anyone that leads a team or is involved in a leadership role. It is also useful for those that are about to embark on a position of leadership or need to develop their leadership skills.Course Contents:Having an effective team around you is crucial. However, it is an area that is often left to chance, which can lead to de-motivated individuals that do not feel part of the business and consequently do not perform. This course looks at what it takes to lead an effective team and how you can get the best out of the people in it by understanding the role of the leader, both personally and from the point of view of the team.Course Topics:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Qualities of an Effective Leader&nbsp;&ndash; Identifying the key characteristics of effective leaders, rating themselves against them and establishing key actions to develop the skills.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Leader or Manager?&nbsp;&ndash; Establishing the difference between the two and comparing themselves to those qualities.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">That Vision Thing&nbsp;&ndash; Making the business vision &lsquo;live&rsquo; for the team by answering key questions.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Developing Your Team Goals&nbsp;&ndash; Reviewing an action plan that develops clear goals for their team based on the business vision.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Motivation&nbsp;&ndash; Determining the &lsquo;Why&rsquo; for their staff and developing an understanding of emotions in a business context.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">What Motivates?&nbsp;&ndash; Looking at specific motivators for individuals and understanding that everyone is motivated by different things.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Being Consistently Different&nbsp;&ndash; Going against popular leadership theory and identifying that each staff member needs to be treated differently.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Dealing With Difficult Team Members&nbsp;&ndash; Understanding why team members are difficult. Looking at different behavior types and strategies for responding to them. Also, realizing that &lsquo;difficult&rsquo; behavior sometimes has its benefits.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Coaching&nbsp;&ndash; Using a simple method of coaching, including action plans.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Three Key Skills of Coaching&nbsp;&ndash; Looking at the skills required to be an effective coach.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Instant Results Coaching&nbsp;&ndash; Coaching in a hurry!</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Can Do Coaching Practice&nbsp;&ndash; Putting the learning into practice</li></ul>Course Feature:By the end of this training you will be able to:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Explain the qualities of an effective leader</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Benchmark themselves against those qualities and develop actions to improve</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Explain the difference between leading and managing</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Explain the value of sharing the business vision with the team</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Develop team goals based on the business vision</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Motivate their staff by understanding their drivers and developing actions to support them</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Deal with difficult staff members</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Challenge staff in a meaningful and effective way</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Coach staff effectively using a simple process</li></ul>Certification:Once after the training you receive course completion certificate from MangatesWho can Attend?Anybody who is interested in learning Effective Skills to Lead a Team.

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate | Language: English

Duration: 2 Days | Credits: 16 PDUs

Course Delivery: Classroom | Virtual Live

Lunch and Beverages are included in a classroom session

Course Overview:

A successful sales manager's job is to provide clear direction and support to his/her team  enabling them to excel and develop to reach their full potential.  Sales managers often rise to this position from a successful career in sales. But the skills required of a successful sales manager are quite different from the skills of a sales person which is one of the key points that this program will be focusing on. 

This two day program will enable delegates to have a clear understanding of the successful sales manager's responsibilities and how to become more effective in their roles in this challenging competitive business environment of today. Over the period of the course delegates will explore key leadership skills as well as the essential sales managerial skills needed for them to effectively forecast and implement effective sales plans, motivate, monitor and evaluate the performance of their people and provide the required direction and support ensuring measurable sales results from their sales teams.

This course also includes several bonus forms that were designed to help you prepare your sales forecast and complete sales plan. (Forecast data form, Sales plan support form)

Learning Objectives:

After completing this course, delegates will be able to: 

Understand the roles and responsibilities of a sales manager
Learn skills to achieve better results through their teams using sales plans and targeting techniques
Clearly understand how to prepare a sales forecast and a sales plan for their sales operation
Properly observe, evaluate and give feedback to team members and set performance development objectives using assessment tools supplied and provided within the training program
Explore ways to motivate their sales teams and create a more motivating environment.
Run more effective sales meetings and morning huddles to inspire and motivate and provide clear direction to their sales team members.

Agenda:

Introduction - A sales management primer

What is your job?
Sales Manager Versus Salesman.
The perfect salesperson- Activity

Module 1 : A Strategic look at sales management:
Sales management - is it strategic or tactical?
What are my CSF's? - Critical success factors.
SWOT and PESTLE analysis.

Module 2 : Sales Forecasting:
What is forecasting and how it can help sales performance?
Identify different forecasting methods.
Follow a simple 4 step process to create a sales forecast.
Avoid common forecasting pitfalls.

Module 3 : Sales Planning:
Setting up your sales strategy.
Put together the main components of your sales plan.
Specify sales tactics to achieve strategy.
Sales planning best practice examples.
Practical skill practice activity - Create a sales plan for your sales operation.

Module 4 : Sales performance management:
Setting sales objectives.
The 3 step sales performance control plan.
Guidelines for proper sales performance evaluation.
Handling the underperforming sales team member.

Module 5 : Motivating your sales team:
What motivates us?
Knowing your team inside out.
Creating a motivating environment for your team.
Understand the factors that combine and drive personal motivation.

Module 6 : Running effective sales meetings:
Effective versus badly run sales meetings
Planning your sales meeting sequence.
Successful sales meeting checklist.
Team huddle versus team meeting.

Certification:

Once after the training you receive course completion certificate from Mangates.

Target Audience:

Sales Managers

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The sale ends 10 days before the event starts.

Early Bird Fee

The sale ends 5 days before the event starts.

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Certificate: Course Completion Certificate | Language: English

Duration: 2 Days | Credits: 16 PDUs

Course Delivery: Classroom | Virtual Live

Lunch and Beverages are included in a classroom session

Course Overview:

With this course you will gain a basic understanding of Project Management based on the Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge® – 5th Edition. The course covers information on project management theory, principles, techniques, and methods.

During the course, exercises are made based upon a case study. The case study may be one of three predefined case studies or a customized case study from the participant's organization (see below: customization).

Learning Objectives:

Individuals certified at this level will have demonstrated their understanding of:

The basics of Project Management and be able to contribute to projects based upon the knowledge related to the Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge® – 5th Edition.

Benefits of Taking This Course:

The course will enable them to operate efficiently in a project environment, participants will be able to contribute to successful projects and how to manage them.

Agenda:

Module 1: Getting Started

Module 2: The Big Picture
Basic principles about Project Management
The necessity of project preparation
Explanation of the course roadmap

Module 3: Definitions, Concept & Life Cycles	
Project management (PM) definitions
Focus and benefits of PM
Concepts of triple constraints and competing demands
Project life cycles

Module 4: People, Projects and Framework
People and projects overview
The project manager 
The project sponsor / director
The client, the project team and other stakeholders
People and projects in organizations
Framework

Module 5: Initiating and Defining Requirements 
Initiating the project and developing the project charter
Conducting stakeholder assessments
Defining requirements
Establishing the change control process

Module 6: Using the Work Breakdown Structure  	
Defining the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
Developing a usable WBS
Using the WBS

Module 7: Managing Project Risk
Making the case for risk management
Using risk management processes and tools

Module 8: Estimating
Defining an estimate
Distinguishing approaches to estimating
Using specific estimating practices & techniques for duration
Estimating cost
Validating an estimate – schedule or budget

Module 9: Scheduling
Defining the scheduling process & related terminology
Sequencing and defining dependencies
Determining the critical path
Considering schedule risks and optimizing the schedule

Module 10: Executing, Communicating, and Developing the Team
Defining Execution
Executing through Effective Communication & Stakeholder Relationships
Executing with High-Performing Teams

Module 11: Monitoring and Controlling
Defining monitoring and controlling
Viewing control through the lens of competing demands
Using earned value for schedule and cost control

Module 12: Closing the Project
Closing projects
Focusing on project transition
Focusing on post-project evaluations

Module 13: Summary and Next Steps

Target Audience:

Managers, project team members or non-project managers working in a project environment who want to improve their effectiveness. Entry level for PM practitioners.

Project Management Basics 2 Days Training in Aberdeen

Hinckley

Course Overview:According to a 1973 survey by the Sunday Times of London, 41% of people list public speaking as their biggest fear. Forget small spaces, darkness, and spiders, standing up in front of a crowd and talking is far more terrifying for most people. Through this workshop you will become more confident and relaxed in front of an audience which will translate into a successful speaking event.However, mastering this fear and getting comfortable speaking in public can be a great ego booster, not to mention a huge benefit to your career. The Public Speaking workshop will give participants some public speaking skills, including in-depth information on developing an engaging program and delivering their presentation with power.Learning Objectives:Inside This Training, You&#39;ll Learn<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Completely remove your stage fear and become a dynamic speaker</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Raise your confidence up to a level you never thought to be possible!</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Deeper insights into group dynamics</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Presentation design, skills &amp; styles</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Tools to get your audience to say yes to you</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Advanced new behavior patterns required for public speaking</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Control time for effective training</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Secrets of mind control techniques</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Develop your personal winning style</li></ul>Prerequisites:NoneCourse Materials:Attendees will receive a course manual with presentation slides and reference materials.Agenda:Module One: Identifying Your Audience<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Performing a Needs Analysis</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Creating an Audience Profile</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Identifying Key Questions and Concerns</li></ul>Module Two: Creating a Basic Outline<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Outlining the Situation</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Identifying the Task That Had to Be Performed</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Listing the Actions You Took</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Revealing the Results</li></ul>Module Three: Organizing the Program<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Making Organization Easy</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Organizational Methods</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Classifying and Categorizing</li></ul>Module Four: Fleshing It Out<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Identifying Appropriate Sources</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Establishing Credibility</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">The Importance of Citations</li></ul>Module Five: Putting It All Together<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;Writing Your Presentation</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Adding a Plan B</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Reviewing, Editing, and Rewriting</li></ul>Module Six: Being Prepared<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Checking Out the Venue</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Gathering Materials</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">A 24 Hour Checklist</li></ul>Module Seven: Overcoming Nervousness<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">A Visit from the Boss</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Preparing Mentally</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Physical Relaxation Techniques</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Appearing Confident in Front of the Crowd (Even If You Don&acirc;&euro;&trade;t Feel That Way)</li></ul>Module Eight: Delivering Your Speech (I)<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Starting Off on the Right Foot</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Using Visual Aids</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Checking the Volume of Your Voice</li></ul>Module Nine: Delivering Your Speech (II)<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Adjusting on the Fly</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Gauging Whether Breaks Are Required</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Wrapping Up and Winding Down</li></ul>Module Ten: Questions and Answers<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Ground Rules</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Answering Questions That Sound Like an Attack</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Dealing with Complex Questions</li></ul>Module Eleven: Wrapping Up<ul type="disc" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Words from the Wise</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Review of Parking Lot</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Lessons Learned</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations</li></ul>Target Audience:Anybody who is interested in Public Speaking Skills.Technical Requirements:For eBooks:Internet for downloading the eBookLaptop, tablet, Smartphone, eReader (No Kindle)Adobe DRM supported software (e.g. Digital Editions, Bluefire Reader)eBook download and activation instructions

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate | Language: English
Duration: 1 Day | Credits: 8 PDUs
Course Delivery: Classroom | Virtual Live
Lunch and Beverages are included in a classroom session
Course Overview:
This networking skills training will help you to build a professional reputation and develop a network of connections through the two key methods available to you; face-to-face and online.
You will discover how to effectively combine these two approaches and create a strategy for networking success that will generate your own community and actively grow your personal network. This will result in an improved performance in your approach to networking and consequently provide opportunities and prospects that will increase your business success.
The training provides you with the tools and techniques to both plan a successful, strategic approach to networking and develop your personal communication skills, which will ensure you build effective business relationships.
Course Contents:
Effective Networking Strategies and Techniques – Business Networking Training
Networking has become a crucial factor in the modern workplace. It is the most effective method of developing your business or career and is a key component of your personal brand. You need to be able to build strong business relationships, develop a level of personal credibility and increase your network of contacts in order to enhance your visibility and create opportunities for yourself and your organisation.
Perhaps you’re looking to improve the networking performance of a management or sales team. Or you want to include networking skills training as part of management and leadership training programmes. Whatever your need, We provide you with a comprehensive networking skills training course to make your life easy.
This business networking training is aimed at helping you develop your business or career. You will help ensure you have the skills, knowledge and techniques to develop a joined-up networking strategy that gets you the outcomes you want.
You will also be encouraged to develop the correct behaviours and attitudes to help build your visibility and credibility through networking so that you develop strong working relationships that last.
Course Topics:
Why Network? – Establishing the importance of networking with some shocking statistics and an activity that defines the importance of networking to the individual. This is followed by some insight into the key aims of a networking strategy, what puts people off as well as some personal revelations about networking
Increase Your Business Presence – Looking at the components of a strong business presence, including; credibility, personal brand, visibility and social capital.
Developing a Networkers Attitude – An exercise that clarifies the perfect attitudes and behaviours of great networkers and comparing the participants against this. Thus identifying areas for development.
Face to Face Networking – An overview and insight into the main types of face to face networking opportunities available with the benefits and pitfalls of each.
Online Networking – An overview of the different social media and online networking tools and how to get the best out of them. Includes; LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and online forums.
Communication Skills for Networking Success – Ensuring a good first impression, creating an opening sound bite and writing an online profile that promotes and engages.
Developing a Conversation – Building on the opening sound bite and developing a conversation through good questioning techniques and following a selection of key networking rules. Including an activity to test and practice the skills.
Working a Room – A fun activity that embeds and develops learning while encouraging practice and communication. This activity covers 10 of the main skills required to work a room.
Breaking into a Group – Identifying body language to spot when a group or pair is open to new people entering the conversation or would rather not encourage participation. Knowing how to break into a group, what to say and how to remain professional.
Exiting a Conversation – Developing some techniques to extricate oneself from a conversation without causing embarrassment or rudeness.
The Follow Up – Using a structure to identify the most important contacts created and establishing when and how to follow up with each group. Includes example follow up email and a chance to develop their own.
Creating a Network Plan – Participants are provided with a networking action plan to review and complete. This sets them on the journey of developing their networking skills and ensures they have a strategy and goals to target.
This training is highly interactive and includes lots of activities and exercises to stimulate discussion and develop learning opportunities.
Networking has become a crucial factor in the modern workplace. It is the most effective method of developing your business or career and is a key component of your personal brand. You need to be able to build strong business relationships, develop a level of personal credibility and increase your network of contacts in order to enhance your visibility and create opportunities for yourself and your organisation.
Perhaps you’re looking to improve the networking performance of a management or sales team. Or you want to include networking skills training as part of management and leadership training programmes. Whatever your need, We will provide you with a comprehensive networking skills training course to make your life easy.
Course Feature:
At the end of this business networking skills training, you will be able to:
Develop a successful networking strategy
Maximise their effectiveness with face-to-face and online networking opportunities
Improve their approach, attitude and behaviours when networking
Create a plan for networking that will help them meet their goals
Certification:
Once after the training you receive course completion certificate from Mangates
Who can Attend?
Anybody who is interested in learning Business Networking Skills.

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Business Networking 1 Day Training in Hinckley

Master Business Networking in Just 1 Day - Join our Workshop in Hinckley

Dumfries

Business Networking 1 Day Training in Dumfries

Master Business Networking in Just 1 Day - Join our Workshop in Dumfries

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ONLINE STUDY - In your own time (approx. 6 hours study time) +
CLASSROOM SESSION - Morning, Afternoon or Evening session (approx. 3 hours)



Awarding Body: Open College Network (OCN) Credit for Learning
Award Level: Level 4 (Foundation Degree Level) - Ireland Level 6
CPD Certified: Yes (CPD Accreditation)
Minimum Age: 18 (16 with parental consent)
Entry requirements: None. (English Level 2 desirable)
Training Locations: Study online + Classroom
 
OCN Accredited at UK Level 4 (Ireland Level 6)

 
PART 1 - Theory: Complete this part of your course online at home or work in your own time (stop and start learning when it suits you). Can be completed on multiple devices - smart phones, kindle, laptop, tablet etc.

PART 2 - Skills and Practical Development:
Covers advanced specialised phlebotomy techniques to give you the leading edge as a phlebotomist. Learn to use a wide range of non-routine equipment.


Attend a classroom location to complete your practical training.


Please make sure you verify the precise dates and timings of your course when you receive your booking confirmation, as it may vary from the information provided above.


Course Itinerary:
PART 1 - THEORY (ONLINE)
M00 - Introduction:
Learning outcomes, Assumptions and Overview.
M01 - Basic Phlebotomy - revision:
Recap of basic phlebotomy theory and practice - precursor to
the advanced course.
M02 - Aspirated and Vacuated Systems:
Open systems (Syringe & Needle), closed systems (Vacutainer & Monovette), Alternative closed systems, Using Monovette - aspiration and evacuated techniques, monovette adapter systems.
M03 - Specialised and Advanced Phlebotomy Equipment:
The centrifuge - overview. Safe operation and use. Managing a centrifuge breakage or spillage.
Equipment and practices in unusual situations.
Patients with special needs and requiring specific attention.
Equipment preparation for blood samples that are collected at
0 degrees, 37 degrees C and other non-standard conditions.
A look at advances in technology and how to use the latest devices.
M04 - Point of Care Testing:
What is POC Testing? Advantages, Disadvantages and Clinical
Outcomes. Comparison of POC with lab testing. 10 common POC tests. Roles for phlebotomists performing POC Tests.
M05 - Neonates and Children:
Sample collection from new-born to pre-adult. A detailed overview of legal principles of law including child consent and child protection for phlebotomists. Neonatal and child blood collection equipment.
A comprehensive look at heel and finger-prick procedures including
microtainers, lancets and capillary tube collection. Detailed heel prick procedure. Paediatric finger prick collection. The life-threatening hazard of over-collecting. Communication techniques in differing age bands.
Consent and the law. Basic principles of lawful consent for neonates and paediatric patients. Child protection.
Detailed analysis of neonatal and paediatric blood collection including Guthrie card collection. Neonatal bottles - colours and tests. Paediatric blood gases collection.
Butterfly needles - when to use. Blood tests during pregnancy. Neonatal blood screening - nine conditions covered. Bilirubin in neonates.
M06 - Geriatric Patients:
The challenges of phlebotomy in older people. Understanding skin changes and venepuncture implications. A profile of common
geriatric blood tests. Age related problems. Procedural precautions.
M07 - Special Procedures:
Drawing blood from back of hand. Drawing blood from lower limb veins. Managing the unwilling or difficult patient. Managing the psychiatric patient. Managing the isolated patient. Non-routine blood tests. Managing the latex allergy patient (type 1 and type 4 reactions). Latex indicators. Sample handling - non-routine procedures. Drug trials and research projects.
M08 - Special Tests and Sample Handling Procedures:
A look at sample collection at specific times of day and night,
samples that are protected from light, collected on ice and
collected at body temperature. Procedures for each group - collection notes, analytic time, optimal collection time and notes for each group.
M09 - Advanced Phlebotomy Tasks:
Additional procedures. Maintaining POC equipment. Stock control and stock rotation. Quality control. Data entry. Product evaluation. Training and competency evaluation.
M10 - Alternative Environments:
A step-by-step look at non-clinical phlebotomy environments including private testing, DEFRA, forensic and police, cord blood collection, DNA analysis, veterinary services, overseas and volunteering.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PART 1 SHOULD BE COMPLETED
BEFORE JOINING US FOR YOUR PRACTICAL TRAINING

PART 2 (CLASSROOM)
MORNING , AFTERNOON OR EVENING SESSION:

1 - Welcome, introductions and overview:
- Classroom - health & safety briefing, schedule overview.
- Virtual Classroom - audio/visual checks and registration. Unpacking and overview of your training kit.
2 - Syringe and Needle (open system): Correct use and applications.
3 - Monovette (open and closed systems):
Using the Monovette system in aspiration mode - correct use and applications.
Using the Monovette system in evacuated mode - correct use and applications.
4 - IR Vein Detector:
Demonstration of the IR vein detector for assisting in detection of difficult veins.
5 - Veins in back of hand:
Detecting suitable veins in the back of the hand.
6 - POC testing:
Point of Care Testing - use of glucose meter to demonstrate a typical POC test procedure. Correct use and overview of other POC test devices.
7 - Using lancets (finger collection)
We look at the correct use of lancets for POC testing and whole blood micro-collection.
8 - Using lancets (heel collection)
We look at the correct use of lancets for neonatal blood spot tests (Guthrie Test).
9 - Capillary collection
Using glass capillary tubes for micro-collection. Correct use and handling.
10 - Microtube collection
Correct use of BD Microtainers (and similar micro-collection bottles) - collection and handling.

This course is supported with downloadable resources and may include extra video segments to reinforce your practical training.
 
(THE COURSE DELIVERY AWARDS SAME NATIONALLY RECOGNISED AND DUALLY ACCREDITED QUALIFICATION AS OUR VIRTUAL CLASSROOM COURSE VERSION)



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Accredited Phlebotomy

Healthcare

The UK's first and only Level 4 qualification in Phlebotomy (equivalent to Ireland Level 6)

    FDSc (Foundation Degree Level) qualification

    Nationally Recognised certificate

    Dually accredited: Open College Network  and CPD

    Covers both aspirated and evacuated systems

    Covers specialised blood collection systems & methods

    Classroom or Virtual Classroom learning options

    Comprehensive Training Kit is provided when booking our Virtual Classroom option (yours to keep)

    Complete your training from beginner to advanced level

    This course either follows on from our Introduction to Phlebotomy Course  or can be combined with our introductory course as part of a course package (see below)

    Available to candidates who have completed (or are currently enrolled to complete) our Introduction to Phlebotomy Course or have previous phlebotomy practical experience.


Advanced Phlebotomy - Skills & Techniques (GPT005)

General Admission

<div style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);"><div style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);"><h2 style="color: rgb(0, 73, 144); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 73, 144);">Course Information</h2>Join us for a comprehensive refresher focusing on crucial Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) requirements, including an emphasis on data integrity, recent developments, and emerging trends gleaned from MHRA inspections.The&nbsp;programme dives into specific domains such as risk assessment, OECD guidance on sponsor influence, and the advisory from OECD on QA. Additionally, delegates can benefit from a dedicated GLP clinic, facilitating discussions on understanding and upholding GLP compliance.<h2 style="color: rgb(0, 73, 144); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 73, 144);">Is this course for you?</h2>This course is tailored for study directors, principal investigators, test facility management, and QA professionals seeking to refresh their knowledge and responsibilities within the GLP framework.</div><div style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);"><h2 style="color: rgb(0, 73, 144); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 73, 144);"> </h2><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><h2 style="color: rgb(0, 73, 144); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 73, 144);">Tutors</h2>Tutors will be comprised of (click the photos for biographies):<img src="https://www.therqa.com/assets/tutors/17_1tRNIjA.png" alt="Vanessa Grant" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"><h3 style="color: rgb(0, 73, 144); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 73, 144);">Vanessa Grant</h3>-, -<img src="https://www.therqa.com/assets/tutors/17_R9DeUtb.png" alt="Tim Stiles" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"><h3 style="color: rgb(0, 73, 144); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 73, 144);">Tim Stiles</h3>Consultant, Qualogy Ltd </div><div style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);"><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><h2 style="color: rgb(0, 73, 144); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 73, 144);">Programme</h2>Please note timings may be subject to alteration.<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 73, 144); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 73, 144);"> </h3><h3 style="color: rgb(0, 73, 144); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 73, 144);">Day 1</h3><h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">09:00</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">Registration, Welcome and Introduction</h4><h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">09:20</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">Development of Good Laboratory Practice</h4>A reminder of the history of GLP, its current scope and application, with a synopsis of current UK, European and international standards.<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">09:50</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">Roles and Responsibilities of Study Director, Test Facility Management, Principal Investigator, Test Site Management, Study Staff and QA</h4>A reminder of the roles and responsibilities with regard to the GLP management and oversight of the Test Facility and the management and control of the study, as defined by GLP.<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">10:30</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">Break</h4><h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">10:45</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">Workshop 1</h4>Workshop 1 Roles and responsibilities<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">11:15</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">Influence of Sponsors</h4>The published OECD Position Paper No. 21 regarding Possible Influence of Sponsors on conclusions of GLP Studies is reviewed and discussed.<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">11:45</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">Data Integrity</h4>The fundamentals of data integrity according to the OECD Guidance No. 22 on Data Integrity is discussed along with the responsibilities of Study Director, Test Facility Management, and study staff in ensuring the integrity of the GLP study data.<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">12:30</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">Lunch</h4><h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">13:15</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">Quality Assurance and GLP</h4>OECD Advisory No. 23 (Revision of OECD No.4)- A walk through of the changes to the OECD Guidance on the role and activities of Quality Assurance<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">13:45</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">Quality Improvement Tools and GLP</h4>The tools that might be considered for GLP and their role and operation when used in Test Facilities- OECD Position Paper No.24 published July 2022<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">14:15</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">Workshop 2</h4>Workshop 2 Change control<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">14:30</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">Risk Assessment</h4>How should we assess risk and how can we use the process to assist in evaluation audit findings?<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">15:00</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">Break</h4><h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">15:15</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">Current hot topics in GLP</h4>Explore the current issues in Industry and trends /types of Regulatory inspection findings<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">15:50</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">GLP Clinic</h4>An opportunity to discuss any other issues regarding understanding and maintaining GLP Compliance.<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">16:30</h3><h4 style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);">Close of Course</h4><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </div></div></div><div style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);"><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><h2 style="color: rgb(0, 73, 144); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 73, 144);">Extra Information</h2> <div data-tabs-content="example-tabs" style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);"><h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">Course Material</h3> 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.<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">The advantages of this include:</h3><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Ability for delegates to keep material on a mobile device</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Ability to review material at any time pre and post course</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Environmental benefits &ndash; less paper being used per course Access to an online course group to enhance networking.</li></ul> You will need a stable internet connection, a microphone and a webcam. </div></div><div style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);"><h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">CPD Points</h3>7 Points</div>&nbsp;<div style="color: rgb(88, 89, 91); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(88, 89, 91);"><h3 style="color: rgb(0, 164, 177); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 164, 177);">Development Level</h3>Learn</div>

Course Information
Join us for a comprehensive refresher focusing on crucial Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) requirements, including an emphasis on data integrity, recent developments, and emerging trends gleaned from MHRA inspections.
The programme dives into specific domains such as risk assessment, OECD guidance on sponsor influence, and the advisory from OECD on QA. Additionally, delegates can benefit from a dedicated GLP clinic, facilitating discussions on understanding and upholding GLP compliance.
Is this course for you?
This course is tailored for study directors, principal investigators, test facility management, and QA professionals seeking to refresh their knowledge and responsibilities within the GLP framework.





Tutors
Tutors will be comprised of (click the photos for biographies):

Vanessa Grant
-, -

Tim Stiles
Consultant, Qualogy Ltd



Programme
Please note timings may be subject to alteration.


Day 1
09:00
Registration, Welcome and Introduction
09:20
Development of Good Laboratory Practice
A reminder of the history of GLP, its current scope and application, with a synopsis of current UK, European and international standards.
09:50
Roles and Responsibilities of Study Director, Test Facility Management, Principal Investigator, Test Site Management, Study Staff and QA
A reminder of the roles and responsibilities with regard to the GLP management and oversight of the Test Facility and the management and control of the study, as defined by GLP.
10:30
Break
10:45
Workshop 1
Workshop 1 Roles and responsibilities
11:15
Influence of Sponsors
The published OECD Position Paper No. 21 regarding Possible Influence of Sponsors on conclusions of GLP Studies is reviewed and discussed.
11:45
Data Integrity
The fundamentals of data integrity according to the OECD Guidance No. 22 on Data Integrity is discussed along with the responsibilities of Study Director, Test Facility Management, and study staff in ensuring the integrity of the GLP study data.
12:30
Lunch
13:15
Quality Assurance and GLP
OECD Advisory No. 23 (Revision of OECD No.4)- A walk through of the changes to the OECD Guidance on the role and activities of Quality Assurance
13:45
Quality Improvement Tools and GLP
The tools that might be considered for GLP and their role and operation when used in Test Facilities- OECD Position Paper No.24 published July 2022
14:15
Workshop 2
Workshop 2 Change control
14:30
Risk Assessment
How should we assess risk and how can we use the process to assist in evaluation audit findings?
15:00
Break
15:15
Current hot topics in GLP
Explore the current issues in Industry and trends /types of Regulatory inspection findings
15:50
GLP Clinic
An opportunity to discuss any other issues regarding understanding and maintaining GLP Compliance.
16:30
Close of Course



Extra Information


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.


CPD Points
7 Points
 
Development Level
Learn

Research Quality Association

Good Laboratory Practice Refresher and Hot Topics

RQA Member

Non Member

Please note the dates for this course:<ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">21st Apr - 18 May,&nbsp;2025 for self-paced study</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">19th - 21st May, 2025 for the 3 live days</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">21st Apr - 11th June 2025 for online access to the video materials</li></ul>Early access to the lecture materials will be granted from&nbsp;31st March to those registering early.Prices include VAT.Please note that payment is required before your attendance at the live course.COURSE OVERVIEWThis comprehensive course delves into the principles of research design and explores all main quantitative evaluation methods: randomised experiments, instrumental variables, sharp and fuzzy regression discontinuity designs, regression methods, matching methods and longitudinal approaches such as before-after, difference-in-differences and synthetic controls.The lectures are thoughtfully structured to accommodate participants with diverse backgrounds. Each topic is presented at various levels, ensuring accessibility through intuitive explanations, optional formal derivations, in-depth discussions, and practical examples. The live classes offer a summary of each topic and provide an interactive platform for participants to ask questions and actively engage in guided practical sessions where they will apply each evaluation method to real-world data.By the end of this course, participants will have acquired a solid foundation in research design principles and possess practical skills to implement quantitative evaluation methods effectively.FORMAT OF THE COURSEThe Remote PEM Course offers a flexible learning experience through a combination of self-paced study and live online meetings. The course is structured into two parts:Part 1) Pre-recorded Lectures (21.5 hours): The pre-recorded lecture videos will be made available four weeks (6 weeks for early registrants) prior to the course start date, allowing participants to study the material at their own pace. While the videos remain accessible for an additional three weeks starting from the live sessions, it is recommended that participants complete the lectures before the live meetings, which are designed to focus on questions and practical exercises.Part 2)&nbsp;Live Sessions (19.5 hours): The live classes are spread over three days and consists of the following:<ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Summary and Recap: Barbara, the instructor, will provide a brief summary and recap of each topic covered in the pre-recorded lectures. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the specific topic being discussed.</li></ul><ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Guided Practical Work: Participants will be given dedicated time to work on guided practical exercises either individually or in breakout rooms. These exercises will involve utilizing Stata or R software to implement each evaluation method to real data.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Live Demonstration: Barbara will conduct a live demonstration of the practical exercise using Stata. She will guide participants through the process, explaining each step and discussing the key aspects of the exercise.</li></ul>For more information please contact <a href="mailto:cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk" style="color: rgb(119, 119, 119); user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(119, 119, 119);">cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk</a>

Please note the dates for this course:
21st Apr - 18 May, 2025 for self-paced study
19th - 21st May, 2025 for the 3 live days
21st Apr - 11th June 2025 for online access to the video materials
Early access to the lecture materials will be granted from 31st March to those registering early.
Prices include VAT.
Please note that payment is required before your attendance at the live course.
COURSE OVERVIEW
This comprehensive course delves into the principles of research design and explores all main quantitative evaluation methods: randomised experiments, instrumental variables, sharp and fuzzy regression discontinuity designs, regression methods, matching methods and longitudinal approaches such as before-after, difference-in-differences and synthetic controls.
The lectures are thoughtfully structured to accommodate participants with diverse backgrounds. Each topic is presented at various levels, ensuring accessibility through intuitive explanations, optional formal derivations, in-depth discussions, and practical examples. The live classes offer a summary of each topic and provide an interactive platform for participants to ask questions and actively engage in guided practical sessions where they will apply each evaluation method to real-world data.
By the end of this course, participants will have acquired a solid foundation in research design principles and possess practical skills to implement quantitative evaluation methods effectively.
FORMAT OF THE COURSE
The Remote PEM Course offers a flexible learning experience through a combination of self-paced study and live online meetings. The course is structured into two parts:
Part 1) Pre-recorded Lectures (21.5 hours): The pre-recorded lecture videos will be made available four weeks (6 weeks for early registrants) prior to the course start date, allowing participants to study the material at their own pace. While the videos remain accessible for an additional three weeks starting from the live sessions, it is recommended that participants complete the lectures before the live meetings, which are designed to focus on questions and practical exercises.
Part 2) Live Sessions (19.5 hours): The live classes are spread over three days and consists of the following:
Summary and Recap: Barbara, the instructor, will provide a brief summary and recap of each topic covered in the pre-recorded lectures. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the specific topic being discussed.
Guided Practical Work: Participants will be given dedicated time to work on guided practical exercises either individually or in breakout rooms. These exercises will involve utilizing Stata or R software to implement each evaluation method to real data.
Live Demonstration: Barbara will conduct a live demonstration of the practical exercise using Stata. She will guide participants through the process, explaining each step and discussing the key aspects of the exercise.
For more information please contact cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk

Institute for Fiscal Studies

The course covers research design principles and all main quantitative evaluation methods: randomised experiments, instrumental variables, sharp and fuzzy regression discontinuity designs, regression methods, matching methods and longitudinal methods (before-after, difference-in-differences and synthetic controls).

Remote Policy Evaluation Methods May 2025

Higher Education

Charity or Government

Other Delegates

Please note the dates for this course:<ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">2nd Jun - 29th Jun,&nbsp;2025 for self-paced study</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">30th Jun 19th - 2nd July, 2025 for the 3 live days</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">2nd June - 23rd July 2025 for online access to the video materials</li></ul>Early access to the lecture materials will be granted from&nbsp;19th May&nbsp;to those registering early.Prices include VAT.Please note that payment is required before your attendance at the live course.COURSE OVERVIEWThis comprehensive course delves into the principles of research design and explores all main quantitative evaluation methods: randomised experiments, instrumental variables, sharp and fuzzy regression discontinuity designs, regression methods, matching methods and longitudinal approaches such as before-after, difference-in-differences and synthetic controls.The lectures are thoughtfully structured to accommodate participants with diverse backgrounds. Each topic is presented at various levels, ensuring accessibility through intuitive explanations, optional formal derivations, in-depth discussions, and practical examples. The live classes offer a summary of each topic and provide an interactive platform for participants to ask questions and actively engage in guided practical sessions where they will apply each evaluation method to real-world data.By the end of this course, participants will have acquired a solid foundation in research design principles and possess practical skills to implement quantitative evaluation methods effectively.FORMAT OF THE COURSEThe Remote PEM Course offers a flexible learning experience through a combination of self-paced study and live online meetings. The course is structured into two parts:Part 1) Pre-recorded Lectures (21.5 hours): The pre-recorded lecture videos will be made available four weeks (6 weeks for early registrants) prior to the course start date, allowing participants to study the material at their own pace. While the videos remain accessible for an additional three weeks starting from the live sessions, it is recommended that participants complete the lectures before the live meetings, which are designed to focus on questions and practical exercises.Part 2)&nbsp;Live Sessions (19.5 hours): The live classes are spread over three days and consists of the following:<ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Summary and Recap: Barbara, the instructor, will provide a brief summary and recap of each topic covered in the pre-recorded lectures. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the specific topic being discussed.</li></ul><ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Guided Practical Work: Participants will be given dedicated time to work on guided practical exercises either individually or in breakout rooms. These exercises will involve utilizing Stata or R software to implement each evaluation method to real data.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Live Demonstration: Barbara will conduct a live demonstration of the practical exercise using Stata. She will guide participants through the process, explaining each step and discussing the key aspects of the exercise.</li></ul>For more information please contact <a href="mailto:cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk" style="color: rgb(119, 119, 119); user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(119, 119, 119);">cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk</a>

Please note the dates for this course:
2nd Jun - 29th Jun, 2025 for self-paced study
30th Jun 19th - 2nd July, 2025 for the 3 live days
2nd June - 23rd July 2025 for online access to the video materials
Early access to the lecture materials will be granted from 19th May to those registering early.
Prices include VAT.
Please note that payment is required before your attendance at the live course.
COURSE OVERVIEW
This comprehensive course delves into the principles of research design and explores all main quantitative evaluation methods: randomised experiments, instrumental variables, sharp and fuzzy regression discontinuity designs, regression methods, matching methods and longitudinal approaches such as before-after, difference-in-differences and synthetic controls.
The lectures are thoughtfully structured to accommodate participants with diverse backgrounds. Each topic is presented at various levels, ensuring accessibility through intuitive explanations, optional formal derivations, in-depth discussions, and practical examples. The live classes offer a summary of each topic and provide an interactive platform for participants to ask questions and actively engage in guided practical sessions where they will apply each evaluation method to real-world data.
By the end of this course, participants will have acquired a solid foundation in research design principles and possess practical skills to implement quantitative evaluation methods effectively.
FORMAT OF THE COURSE
The Remote PEM Course offers a flexible learning experience through a combination of self-paced study and live online meetings. The course is structured into two parts:
Part 1) Pre-recorded Lectures (21.5 hours): The pre-recorded lecture videos will be made available four weeks (6 weeks for early registrants) prior to the course start date, allowing participants to study the material at their own pace. While the videos remain accessible for an additional three weeks starting from the live sessions, it is recommended that participants complete the lectures before the live meetings, which are designed to focus on questions and practical exercises.
Part 2) Live Sessions (19.5 hours): The live classes are spread over three days and consists of the following:
Summary and Recap: Barbara, the instructor, will provide a brief summary and recap of each topic covered in the pre-recorded lectures. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the specific topic being discussed.
Guided Practical Work: Participants will be given dedicated time to work on guided practical exercises either individually or in breakout rooms. These exercises will involve utilizing Stata or R software to implement each evaluation method to real data.
Live Demonstration: Barbara will conduct a live demonstration of the practical exercise using Stata. She will guide participants through the process, explaining each step and discussing the key aspects of the exercise.
For more information please contact cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk

Remote Policy Evaluation Methods June 2025

Who is this course for? 
Headteachers, SLTs and any leaders involved in school improvement at independent schools that are inspected by Ofsted, non-association independent schools.
&nbsp;
Background 
Many schools follow a self-evaluation cycle; however, they do not all follow the same steps and&nbsp; effectiveness in implementation varies widely. Getting it right is the critical first step towards effective school improvement.
&nbsp;
What will be covered? 
<ul>
<li>the self-evaluation cycle</li>
<li>the importance of evidence and monitoring</li>
<li>strategies for whole school involvement</li>
<li>evaluating your COVID lockdown provision</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Delegates will receive the following resources:
<ul>
<li>a self-evaluation package (RRP &pound;57)</li>
<li>a monitoring schedule builder (RRP &pound;17</li>
</ul>

Who is this course for? 
Headteachers, SLTs and any leaders involved in school improvement at independent schools that are inspected by Ofsted, non-association independent schools.
 
Background 
Many schools follow a self-evaluation cycle; however, they do not all follow the same steps and effectiveness in implementation varies widely. Getting it right is the critical first step towards effective school improvement.
 
What will be covered? 
the self-evaluation cycle
the importance of evidence and monitoring
strategies for whole school involvement
evaluating your COVID lockdown provision
 
Delegates will receive the following resources:
a self-evaluation package (RRP £57)
a monitoring schedule builder (RRP £17

Marell Consulting Limited

Self-evaluation - find out how you can get it right.

Self-evaluation: Getting it Right

Fee for all the school leaders at the school

Please note the dates for this course:<ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">4th Nov &ndash; 1st Dec,&nbsp; 2024 for self-paced study</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">2nd Dec - 4th Dec, &nbsp;2024 for the 3 live days</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">4th Nov 2024 &ndash; 8th Jan 2025 for online access to the video materials</li></ul>Early access to the lecture materials will be granted from&nbsp;21st October&nbsp;to those registering early.Prices include VAT.Please note that payment is required before your attendance at the live course.COURSE OVERVIEWThis comprehensive course delves into the principles of research design and explores all main quantitative evaluation methods: randomised experiments, instrumental variables, sharp and fuzzy regression discontinuity designs, regression methods, matching methods and longitudinal approaches such as before-after, difference-in-differences and synthetic controls.The lectures are thoughtfully structured to accommodate participants with diverse backgrounds. Each topic is presented at various levels, ensuring accessibility through intuitive explanations, optional formal derivations, in-depth discussions, and practical examples. The live classes offer a summary of each topic and provide an interactive platform for participants to ask questions and actively engage in guided practical sessions where they will apply each evaluation method to real-world data.By the end of this course, participants will have acquired a solid foundation in research design principles and possess practical skills to implement quantitative evaluation methods effectively.FORMAT OF THE COURSEThe Remote PEM Course offers a flexible learning experience through a combination of self-paced study and live online meetings. The course is structured into two parts:Part 1) Pre-recorded Lectures (21.5 hours): The pre-recorded lecture videos will be made available four weeks (6 weeks for early registrants) prior to the course start date, allowing participants to study the material at their own pace. While the videos remain accessible for an additional three weeks starting from the live sessions, it is recommended that participants complete the lectures before the live meetings, which are designed to focus on questions and practical exercises.Part 2)&nbsp;Live Sessions (19.5 hours): The live classes are spread over three days and consists of the following:<ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Summary and Recap: Barbara, the instructor, will provide a brief summary and recap of each topic covered in the pre-recorded lectures. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the specific topic being discussed.</li></ul><ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Guided Practical Work: Participants will be given dedicated time to work on guided practical exercises either individually or in breakout rooms. These exercises will involve utilizing Stata or R software to implement each evaluation method to real data.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Live Demonstration: Barbara will conduct a live demonstration of the practical exercise using Stata. She will guide participants through the process, explaining each step and discussing the key aspects of the exercise.</li></ul>For more information please contact <a href="mailto:cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk" style="color: rgb(119, 119, 119); user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(119, 119, 119);">cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk</a>

Please note the dates for this course:
4th Nov – 1st Dec,  2024 for self-paced study
2nd Dec - 4th Dec, 2024 for the 3 live days
4th Nov 2024 – 8th Jan 2025 for online access to the video materials
Early access to the lecture materials will be granted from 21st October to those registering early.
Prices include VAT.
Please note that payment is required before your attendance at the live course.
COURSE OVERVIEW
This comprehensive course delves into the principles of research design and explores all main quantitative evaluation methods: randomised experiments, instrumental variables, sharp and fuzzy regression discontinuity designs, regression methods, matching methods and longitudinal approaches such as before-after, difference-in-differences and synthetic controls.
The lectures are thoughtfully structured to accommodate participants with diverse backgrounds. Each topic is presented at various levels, ensuring accessibility through intuitive explanations, optional formal derivations, in-depth discussions, and practical examples. The live classes offer a summary of each topic and provide an interactive platform for participants to ask questions and actively engage in guided practical sessions where they will apply each evaluation method to real-world data.
By the end of this course, participants will have acquired a solid foundation in research design principles and possess practical skills to implement quantitative evaluation methods effectively.
FORMAT OF THE COURSE
The Remote PEM Course offers a flexible learning experience through a combination of self-paced study and live online meetings. The course is structured into two parts:
Part 1) Pre-recorded Lectures (21.5 hours): The pre-recorded lecture videos will be made available four weeks (6 weeks for early registrants) prior to the course start date, allowing participants to study the material at their own pace. While the videos remain accessible for an additional three weeks starting from the live sessions, it is recommended that participants complete the lectures before the live meetings, which are designed to focus on questions and practical exercises.
Part 2) Live Sessions (19.5 hours): The live classes are spread over three days and consists of the following:
Summary and Recap: Barbara, the instructor, will provide a brief summary and recap of each topic covered in the pre-recorded lectures. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the specific topic being discussed.
Guided Practical Work: Participants will be given dedicated time to work on guided practical exercises either individually or in breakout rooms. These exercises will involve utilizing Stata or R software to implement each evaluation method to real data.
Live Demonstration: Barbara will conduct a live demonstration of the practical exercise using Stata. She will guide participants through the process, explaining each step and discussing the key aspects of the exercise.
For more information please contact cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk

Remote Policy Evaluation Methods December 2024

Please note the dates for this course:<ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">27th Jan - 23rd Feb,&nbsp;2025 for self-paced study</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">24th Feb - 26th Feb, 2025 for the 3 live days</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">27th Jan - 19th March 2025 for online access to the video materials</li></ul>Early access to the lecture materials will be granted from&nbsp;13th January&nbsp;to those registering early.Prices include VAT.Please note that payment is required before your attendance at the live course.COURSE OVERVIEWThis comprehensive course delves into the principles of research design and explores all main quantitative evaluation methods: randomised experiments, instrumental variables, sharp and fuzzy regression discontinuity designs, regression methods, matching methods and longitudinal approaches such as before-after, difference-in-differences and synthetic controls.The lectures are thoughtfully structured to accommodate participants with diverse backgrounds. Each topic is presented at various levels, ensuring accessibility through intuitive explanations, optional formal derivations, in-depth discussions, and practical examples. The live classes offer a summary of each topic and provide an interactive platform for participants to ask questions and actively engage in guided practical sessions where they will apply each evaluation method to real-world data.By the end of this course, participants will have acquired a solid foundation in research design principles and possess practical skills to implement quantitative evaluation methods effectively.FORMAT OF THE COURSEThe Remote PEM Course offers a flexible learning experience through a combination of self-paced study and live online meetings. The course is structured into two parts:Part 1) Pre-recorded Lectures (21.5 hours): The pre-recorded lecture videos will be made available four weeks (6 weeks for early registrants) prior to the course start date, allowing participants to study the material at their own pace. While the videos remain accessible for an additional three weeks starting from the live sessions, it is recommended that participants complete the lectures before the live meetings, which are designed to focus on questions and practical exercises.Part 2)&nbsp;Live Sessions (19.5 hours): The live classes are spread over three days and consists of the following:<ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Summary and Recap: Barbara, the instructor, will provide a brief summary and recap of each topic covered in the pre-recorded lectures. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the specific topic being discussed.</li></ul><ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Guided Practical Work: Participants will be given dedicated time to work on guided practical exercises either individually or in breakout rooms. These exercises will involve utilizing Stata or R software to implement each evaluation method to real data.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Live Demonstration: Barbara will conduct a live demonstration of the practical exercise using Stata. She will guide participants through the process, explaining each step and discussing the key aspects of the exercise.</li></ul>For more information please contact <a href="mailto:cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk" style="color: rgb(119, 119, 119); user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(119, 119, 119);">cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk</a>

Please note the dates for this course:
27th Jan - 23rd Feb, 2025 for self-paced study
24th Feb - 26th Feb, 2025 for the 3 live days
27th Jan - 19th March 2025 for online access to the video materials
Early access to the lecture materials will be granted from 13th January to those registering early.
Prices include VAT.
Please note that payment is required before your attendance at the live course.
COURSE OVERVIEW
This comprehensive course delves into the principles of research design and explores all main quantitative evaluation methods: randomised experiments, instrumental variables, sharp and fuzzy regression discontinuity designs, regression methods, matching methods and longitudinal approaches such as before-after, difference-in-differences and synthetic controls.
The lectures are thoughtfully structured to accommodate participants with diverse backgrounds. Each topic is presented at various levels, ensuring accessibility through intuitive explanations, optional formal derivations, in-depth discussions, and practical examples. The live classes offer a summary of each topic and provide an interactive platform for participants to ask questions and actively engage in guided practical sessions where they will apply each evaluation method to real-world data.
By the end of this course, participants will have acquired a solid foundation in research design principles and possess practical skills to implement quantitative evaluation methods effectively.
FORMAT OF THE COURSE
The Remote PEM Course offers a flexible learning experience through a combination of self-paced study and live online meetings. The course is structured into two parts:
Part 1) Pre-recorded Lectures (21.5 hours): The pre-recorded lecture videos will be made available four weeks (6 weeks for early registrants) prior to the course start date, allowing participants to study the material at their own pace. While the videos remain accessible for an additional three weeks starting from the live sessions, it is recommended that participants complete the lectures before the live meetings, which are designed to focus on questions and practical exercises.
Part 2) Live Sessions (19.5 hours): The live classes are spread over three days and consists of the following:
Summary and Recap: Barbara, the instructor, will provide a brief summary and recap of each topic covered in the pre-recorded lectures. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the specific topic being discussed.
Guided Practical Work: Participants will be given dedicated time to work on guided practical exercises either individually or in breakout rooms. These exercises will involve utilizing Stata or R software to implement each evaluation method to real data.
Live Demonstration: Barbara will conduct a live demonstration of the practical exercise using Stata. She will guide participants through the process, explaining each step and discussing the key aspects of the exercise.
For more information please contact cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk

Remote Policy Evaluation Methods February 2025

Please note the dates for this course:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Jun 3 &ndash; Jun 30, 2024 for self-paced study</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Jul 1 &ndash; 3, 2024 for the 3 live days</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Jun 3 &ndash; Jul 24, 2024 for online access to the video materials</li></ul>Early access to the lecture materials will be granted from&nbsp;May 20&nbsp;to those registering early.Prices include VAPlease note that payment is required before your attendance at the live course.COURSE OVERVIEWThis comprehensive course delves into the principles of research design and explores all main quantitative evaluation methods: randomised experiments, instrumental variables, sharp and fuzzy regression discontinuity designs, regression methods, matching methods and longitudinal approaches such as before-after, difference-in-differences and synthetic controls.The lectures are thoughtfully structured to accommodate participants with diverse backgrounds. Each topic is presented at various levels, ensuring accessibility through intuitive explanations, optional formal derivations, in-depth discussions, and practical examples. The live classes offer a summary of each topic and provide an interactive platform for participants to ask questions and actively engage in guided practical sessions where they will apply each evaluation method to real-world data.By the end of this course, participants will have acquired a solid foundation in research design principles and possess practical skills to implement quantitative evaluation methods effectively.FORMAT OF THE COURSEThe Remote PEM Course offers a flexible learning experience through a combination of self-paced study and live online meetings. The course is structured into two parts:Part 1) Pre-recorded Lectures (21.5 hours): The pre-recorded lecture videos will be made available four weeks (6 weeks for early registrants) prior to the course start date, allowing participants to study the material at their own pace. While the videos remain accessible for an additional three weeks starting from the live sessions, it is recommended that participants complete the lectures before the live meetings, which are designed to focus on questions and practical exercises.Part 2)&nbsp;Live Sessions (19.5 hours): The live classes are spread over three days and consists of the following:<ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Summary and Recap: Barbara, the instructor, will provide a brief summary and recap of each topic covered in the pre-recorded lectures. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the specific topic being discussed.</li></ul><ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Guided Practical Work: Participants will be given dedicated time to work on guided practical exercises either individually or in breakout rooms. These exercises will involve utilizing Stata or R software to implement each evaluation method to real data.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Live Demonstration: Barbara will conduct a live demonstration of the practical exercise using Stata. She will guide participants through the process, explaining each step and discussing the key aspects of the exercise.</li></ul>For more information please contact <a href="mailto:cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk" style="color: rgb(119, 119, 119); user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(119, 119, 119);">cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk</a>

Please note the dates for this course:
Jun 3 – Jun 30, 2024 for self-paced study
Jul 1 – 3, 2024 for the 3 live days
Jun 3 – Jul 24, 2024 for online access to the video materials
Early access to the lecture materials will be granted from May 20 to those registering early.
Prices include VA
Please note that payment is required before your attendance at the live course.
COURSE OVERVIEW
This comprehensive course delves into the principles of research design and explores all main quantitative evaluation methods: randomised experiments, instrumental variables, sharp and fuzzy regression discontinuity designs, regression methods, matching methods and longitudinal approaches such as before-after, difference-in-differences and synthetic controls.
The lectures are thoughtfully structured to accommodate participants with diverse backgrounds. Each topic is presented at various levels, ensuring accessibility through intuitive explanations, optional formal derivations, in-depth discussions, and practical examples. The live classes offer a summary of each topic and provide an interactive platform for participants to ask questions and actively engage in guided practical sessions where they will apply each evaluation method to real-world data.
By the end of this course, participants will have acquired a solid foundation in research design principles and possess practical skills to implement quantitative evaluation methods effectively.
FORMAT OF THE COURSE
The Remote PEM Course offers a flexible learning experience through a combination of self-paced study and live online meetings. The course is structured into two parts:
Part 1) Pre-recorded Lectures (21.5 hours): The pre-recorded lecture videos will be made available four weeks (6 weeks for early registrants) prior to the course start date, allowing participants to study the material at their own pace. While the videos remain accessible for an additional three weeks starting from the live sessions, it is recommended that participants complete the lectures before the live meetings, which are designed to focus on questions and practical exercises.
Part 2) Live Sessions (19.5 hours): The live classes are spread over three days and consists of the following:
Summary and Recap: Barbara, the instructor, will provide a brief summary and recap of each topic covered in the pre-recorded lectures. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the specific topic being discussed.
Guided Practical Work: Participants will be given dedicated time to work on guided practical exercises either individually or in breakout rooms. These exercises will involve utilizing Stata or R software to implement each evaluation method to real data.
Live Demonstration: Barbara will conduct a live demonstration of the practical exercise using Stata. She will guide participants through the process, explaining each step and discussing the key aspects of the exercise.
For more information please contact cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk

Remote Policy Evaluation Methods July 2024 Course

Please note the dates for this course:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">May 6 &ndash; June 2, 2024 for self-paced study</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">June 3 &ndash; 5, 2024 for the 3 live days</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">May 6 &ndash; Jun 26, 2024 for online access to the video materials</li></ul>Early access to the lecture materials will be granted from&nbsp;April 22&nbsp;to those registering early.Prices include VAT.Please note that payment is required before your attendance at the live course.COURSE OVERVIEWThis comprehensive course delves into the principles of research design and explores all main quantitative evaluation methods: randomised experiments, instrumental variables, sharp and fuzzy regression discontinuity designs, regression methods, matching methods and longitudinal approaches such as before-after, difference-in-differences and synthetic controls.The lectures are thoughtfully structured to accommodate participants with diverse backgrounds. Each topic is presented at various levels, ensuring accessibility through intuitive explanations, optional formal derivations, in-depth discussions, and practical examples. The live classes offer a summary of each topic and provide an interactive platform for participants to ask questions and actively engage in guided practical sessions where they will apply each evaluation method to real-world data.By the end of this course, participants will have acquired a solid foundation in research design principles and possess practical skills to implement quantitative evaluation methods effectively.FORMAT OF THE COURSEThe Remote PEM Course offers a flexible learning experience through a combination of self-paced study and live online meetings. The course is structured into two parts:Part 1) Pre-recorded Lectures (21.5 hours): The pre-recorded lecture videos will be made available four weeks (6 weeks for early registrants) prior to the course start date, allowing participants to study the material at their own pace. While the videos remain accessible for an additional three weeks starting from the live sessions, it is recommended that participants complete the lectures before the live meetings, which are designed to focus on questions and practical exercises.Part 2)&nbsp;Live Sessions (19.5 hours): The live classes are spread over three days and consists of the following:<ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Summary and Recap: Barbara, the instructor, will provide a brief summary and recap of each topic covered in the pre-recorded lectures. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the specific topic being discussed.</li></ul><ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Guided Practical Work: Participants will be given dedicated time to work on guided practical exercises either individually or in breakout rooms. These exercises will involve utilizing Stata or R software to implement each evaluation method to real data.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Live Demonstration: Barbara will conduct a live demonstration of the practical exercise using Stata. She will guide participants through the process, explaining each step and discussing the key aspects of the exercise.</li></ul>For more information please contact <a href="mailto:cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk" style="color: rgb(119, 119, 119); user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(119, 119, 119);">cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk</a>

Please note the dates for this course:
May 6 – June 2, 2024 for self-paced study
June 3 – 5, 2024 for the 3 live days
May 6 – Jun 26, 2024 for online access to the video materials
Early access to the lecture materials will be granted from April 22 to those registering early.
Prices include VAT.
Please note that payment is required before your attendance at the live course.
COURSE OVERVIEW
This comprehensive course delves into the principles of research design and explores all main quantitative evaluation methods: randomised experiments, instrumental variables, sharp and fuzzy regression discontinuity designs, regression methods, matching methods and longitudinal approaches such as before-after, difference-in-differences and synthetic controls.
The lectures are thoughtfully structured to accommodate participants with diverse backgrounds. Each topic is presented at various levels, ensuring accessibility through intuitive explanations, optional formal derivations, in-depth discussions, and practical examples. The live classes offer a summary of each topic and provide an interactive platform for participants to ask questions and actively engage in guided practical sessions where they will apply each evaluation method to real-world data.
By the end of this course, participants will have acquired a solid foundation in research design principles and possess practical skills to implement quantitative evaluation methods effectively.
FORMAT OF THE COURSE
The Remote PEM Course offers a flexible learning experience through a combination of self-paced study and live online meetings. The course is structured into two parts:
Part 1) Pre-recorded Lectures (21.5 hours): The pre-recorded lecture videos will be made available four weeks (6 weeks for early registrants) prior to the course start date, allowing participants to study the material at their own pace. While the videos remain accessible for an additional three weeks starting from the live sessions, it is recommended that participants complete the lectures before the live meetings, which are designed to focus on questions and practical exercises.
Part 2) Live Sessions (19.5 hours): The live classes are spread over three days and consists of the following:
Summary and Recap: Barbara, the instructor, will provide a brief summary and recap of each topic covered in the pre-recorded lectures. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the specific topic being discussed.
Guided Practical Work: Participants will be given dedicated time to work on guided practical exercises either individually or in breakout rooms. These exercises will involve utilizing Stata or R software to implement each evaluation method to real data.
Live Demonstration: Barbara will conduct a live demonstration of the practical exercise using Stata. She will guide participants through the process, explaining each step and discussing the key aspects of the exercise.
For more information please contact cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk

Remote Policy Evaluation Methods June 2024 Course

Please note the dates for this course:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Mar 18 &ndash; Apr 21, 2024 for self-paced study</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">April 22 &ndash; 24, 2024 for the 3 live days</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Mar 18 &ndash; May 15, 2024 for online access to the video materials</li></ul>Early access to the lecture materials will be granted from&nbsp;Mar 4&nbsp;to those registering early.Prices include VATPlease note that payment is required before your attendance at the live course.COURSE OVERVIEWThis comprehensive course delves into the principles of research design and explores all main quantitative evaluation methods: randomised experiments, instrumental variables, sharp and fuzzy regression discontinuity designs, regression methods, matching methods and longitudinal approaches such as before-after, difference-in-differences and synthetic controls.The lectures are thoughtfully structured to accommodate participants with diverse backgrounds. Each topic is presented at various levels, ensuring accessibility through intuitive explanations, optional formal derivations, in-depth discussions, and practical examples. The live classes offer a summary of each topic and provide an interactive platform for participants to ask questions and actively engage in guided practical sessions where they will apply each evaluation method to real-world data.By the end of this course, participants will have acquired a solid foundation in research design principles and possess practical skills to implement quantitative evaluation methods effectively.FORMAT OF THE COURSEThe Remote PEM Course offers a flexible learning experience through a combination of self-paced study and live online meetings. The course is structured into two parts:Part 1) Pre-recorded Lectures (21.5 hours): The pre-recorded lecture videos will be made available four weeks (6 weeks for early registrants) prior to the course start date, allowing participants to study the material at their own pace. While the videos remain accessible for an additional three weeks starting from the live sessions, it is recommended that participants complete the lectures before the live meetings, which are designed to focus on questions and practical exercises.Part 2)&nbsp;Live Sessions (19.5 hours): The live classes are spread over three days and consists of the following:<ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Summary and Recap: Barbara, the instructor, will provide a brief summary and recap of each topic covered in the pre-recorded lectures. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the specific topic being discussed.</li></ul><ul style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Guided Practical Work: Participants will be given dedicated time to work on guided practical exercises either individually or in breakout rooms. These exercises will involve utilizing Stata or R software to implement each evaluation method to real data.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Live Demonstration: Barbara will conduct a live demonstration of the practical exercise using Stata. She will guide participants through the process, explaining each step and discussing the key aspects of the exercise.</li></ul>For more information please contact <a href="mailto:cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk" style="color: rgb(119, 119, 119); user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(119, 119, 119);">cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk</a>

Please note the dates for this course:
Mar 18 – Apr 21, 2024 for self-paced study
April 22 – 24, 2024 for the 3 live days
Mar 18 – May 15, 2024 for online access to the video materials
Early access to the lecture materials will be granted from Mar 4 to those registering early.
Prices include VAT
Please note that payment is required before your attendance at the live course.
COURSE OVERVIEW
This comprehensive course delves into the principles of research design and explores all main quantitative evaluation methods: randomised experiments, instrumental variables, sharp and fuzzy regression discontinuity designs, regression methods, matching methods and longitudinal approaches such as before-after, difference-in-differences and synthetic controls.
The lectures are thoughtfully structured to accommodate participants with diverse backgrounds. Each topic is presented at various levels, ensuring accessibility through intuitive explanations, optional formal derivations, in-depth discussions, and practical examples. The live classes offer a summary of each topic and provide an interactive platform for participants to ask questions and actively engage in guided practical sessions where they will apply each evaluation method to real-world data.
By the end of this course, participants will have acquired a solid foundation in research design principles and possess practical skills to implement quantitative evaluation methods effectively.
FORMAT OF THE COURSE
The Remote PEM Course offers a flexible learning experience through a combination of self-paced study and live online meetings. The course is structured into two parts:
Part 1) Pre-recorded Lectures (21.5 hours): The pre-recorded lecture videos will be made available four weeks (6 weeks for early registrants) prior to the course start date, allowing participants to study the material at their own pace. While the videos remain accessible for an additional three weeks starting from the live sessions, it is recommended that participants complete the lectures before the live meetings, which are designed to focus on questions and practical exercises.
Part 2) Live Sessions (19.5 hours): The live classes are spread over three days and consists of the following:
Summary and Recap: Barbara, the instructor, will provide a brief summary and recap of each topic covered in the pre-recorded lectures. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the specific topic being discussed.
Guided Practical Work: Participants will be given dedicated time to work on guided practical exercises either individually or in breakout rooms. These exercises will involve utilizing Stata or R software to implement each evaluation method to real data.
Live Demonstration: Barbara will conduct a live demonstration of the practical exercise using Stata. She will guide participants through the process, explaining each step and discussing the key aspects of the exercise.
For more information please contact cemmapevent@ifs.org.uk

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