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Course Information Designed to develop personal proficiency in audit planning, execution and reporting, this course is meticulously crafted to refine essential audit skill sets. Through immersive scenarios focused on on-site audit conduct (with an alternative Remote Auditing Course available), participants will engage deeply in the audit process. Extending Expertise: Applicable across all audit types, this course builds upon and enriches the foundational concepts taught in RQA's suite of research quality assurance courses. From 'Research Quality Assurance for Good Laboratory Practice' to 'Good Clinical Practice Auditing – Principles and Practice' and 'Good Manufacturing Practice for Investigational Medicinal Products,' this programme extends the scope of learning. Relevance and Value: Relevant to any area of regulated research and development, this course shines particularly in contexts mandating a quality system for audit. Participants with prior audit experience will gain maximum value from this course.  Key Benefits: Enrich your skill set to: Navigate audit processes encompassing planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up Embrace a personalised approach fostering positive audit outcomes Analyse evidence and present cohesive audit findings Recognise the pivotal role of audits in driving continual improvement. Interactive Learning: Structured to foster dynamic engagement, this course encourages delegates to: Engage in discussions, idea development, and problem-solving Exchange invaluable information and experiences. Hands-On Experience: A highlight of this course is the series of practical workshops, where delegates work in small syndicate groups, applying the acquired skills from lectures into real-world scenarios. Tutors Tutors will be comprised of (click the photos for biographies): Andrew Waddell Founder Director, Tower Mains Ltd Rosemary Ichaba Senior QA Associate, Tower Mains Ltd Cate Ovington Director, The Knowlogy Group Ltd Jean McWilliam Associate Director, Alexion View pop up Programme Please note timings may be subject to alteration. Day 1 08:45 Registration 09:00 Welcome and Course Objectives 09:10 What is 'Audit'? Delegates explore the range of audits which they have experienced, define the purpose of each audit type and establish which of those audits are performed to meet regulatory requirements. 09:30 Audits and their Purpose The concepts of quality assurance, quality control, quality management and audit are discussed. 10:30 Break 10:45 Audit Planning The requirements for an effective audit programme and individual audit plans. 11:30 Workshop 1 - Getting the Audit Started Planning for the audit. 12:25 Workshop 1 - Feedback 12:45 Lunch 13:30 Workshop 2 - Getting the Audit Started Arranging the opening meeting. 13:50 Workshop 2 - Feedback Audit initiation. Review and discussion of the role of the opening meeting. 14:25 Auditing Techniques (1) - Data and Documentation Techniques for the conduct of data and report audits are investigated. 14:55 Break 15:10 Workshop 3 - Data and Documentation Audit Conducting an audit of a data package and supporting documentation. 17:15 Close of Day Day 2 09:00 Auditing Techniques (2) - The People Questioning techniques which get the required information from the auditee. 09:45 Live Audit Role Play Auditor and auditee behaviours are explored and strategies developed for successful audit interactions. 10:15 Break 10:35 Audit Closing Meeting An exploration of audit closing meetings. 11:00 Workshop 4 - Audit Observations and Preparing for the Closing Meeting Reviewing and categorising your observations and getting ready to present your case. 11:45 Workshop 4 - Feedback 12:30 Audit Reports The content and distribution of an effective audit report are investigated and the importance of effective written communication is discussed. 13:00 Lunch 13:45 Workshop 5 - Audit Reports and Follow-up Mechanisms for promoting effective corrective and preventive action. Critical review of an audit report example. 14:30 Workshop 5 - Feedback 14:55 Corrective and Preventive Action and Follow-up The auditor's role in monitoring responses to audit and the corrective and preventive actions promised is explored. 15:20 Panel Session An opportunity to get answers to outstanding questions. 15:30 Close of Course Extra Information Course material Course material will be available in PDF format for delegates attending this course. The advantages of this include: Ability for delegates to keep material on a mobile device Ability to review material at any time pre and post course Environmental benefits – less paper being used per course. The material will be emailed in advance of the course and RQA will not be providing any printed copies of the course notes during the training itself. Delegates wishing to have a hard copy of the notes should print these in advance to bring with them. Alternatively delegates are welcome to bring along their own portable devices to view the material during the training sessions. CPD Points 14 Points   Development Level Develop

Personalized Revit Training: One-to-One Sessions with Pay-as-You-Go Flexibility

ChatGPT, along with other AI tools, aims not to replace the human touch in management, but to enhance it. By addressing repetitive, daily tasks, these tools free up managers to concentrate on core responsibilities like strategic decision-making, team development, and innovation. As we move further into the digital age, integrating tools such as ChatGPT isn't a luxury; it's the future of proactive leadership. In this guide, we'll delve into 10 practical ways through which AI can elevate your efficiency and refine the quality of your work. Gain familiarity with prominent AI tools in the market Efficiently compose and respond to emails Generate concise summaries of complex reports and data. Obtain quick insights, data, and research across varied topics Streamline the writing of articles, training notes, and posts Craft interview tests, form relevant questions, and design checklists for the hiring process 1 Streamlining emails An inbox can be a goldmine of information but also a significant time drain for managers. Here's how to optimise it: Drafting responses: Give the AI a brief, and watch it craft a well-structured response. Sorting and prioritising: By employing user-defined rules and keywords, ChatGPT can flag important emails, ensuring no vital communication slips through the cracks. 2 Efficient report writing Reports, especially routine ones, can be time-intensive. Here's a smarter approach: Automate content: Supply key data points to the AI, and let it weave them into an insightful report. Proofreading: Lean on ChatGPT for grammar checks and consistency, ensuring each report remains crisp and error-free. 3 Rapid research From competitor insights to market trends, research is a pivotal part of management. Data synthesis: Feed raw data to the AI and receive succinct summaries in return. Question-answering: Pose specific questions about a dataset to ChatGPT and extract swift insights without diving deep into the entire content. 4 Reinventing recruitment Hiring can be a lengthy process. Here's how to make it more efficient: Resume screening: Equip the AI to spot keywords and qualifications, ensuring that only the most fitting candidates are shortlisted. Preliminary interviews: Leverage ChatGPT for the initial rounds of interviews by framing critical questions and evaluating the responses. 5 Enhancing training Especially for extensive teams, training can be a monumental task. Here's how ChatGPT can assist: Customised content: Inform the AI of your training goals, and it will draft tailored content suitable for various roles. PowerPoint design: Create visually appealing slide presentations on any topic in minimal time.

👋 Say goodbye to outdated training, low confidence and unsolvable problems. 🎯 Hydronics Unlocked is our game-changing training programme designed for heating engineers. Whether you fit boilers or heat pumps, we're making it easier to master your craft and get ahead. Our programme is designed for you to upskill in your own time, at your own pace: Kick-Off Day in the classroom: a transformative introductory day of hydronics training for modern systems with your peers. Learn online: flexible, bite-sized modules designed to fit around your schedule and deliver practical outcomes. Qualification: includes Low Temperature Hot Water qualification on successful completion of the online modules. Ongoing learning available with Kimbot AI: all of Kimbo's knowledge in your pocket, Kimbot is ongoing support via our app for troubleshooting, peer connections and continuous development. 📣 Our Pilot offer We’re offering 16 spaces for this fifth pilot session, which is pivotal to shaping the future of Warmur Academy. Pilot attendees must also book the online modules, but as an early adopter, you’ll save £245 on the full program. You must be a practicing heating engineer (boilers or heat pumps). 👍 Look at what you get! Transformative day in person with Kimbo An updated version of the classic handout Lunch! Access to our online programme as we roll out from April 2025 Access to the Kimbot AI Beta trial Access to 2 months of free live online sessions with experts Level 3 RQF Low Temperature Hot Water (LTHW) Qualification (on successful completion of online modules) 👌 Early adopters discount price Kick off day in the classroom £195+VAT - FREE Discounted online modules with LTHW qualification: £495+ VAT £445+VAT - you must attend the pilot Kick off day to get access to the online modules Total £690+VAT £445+VAT 🗺 Where and when Pilot Kick Off Day: Tuesday 11th March Location: 2 Lumbertubs Lane, Boothville, Northampton, NN3 6AH Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4z4Kv8HnMnWGZF5SA 🚀 Spots are limited! We're keeping numbers small so we can test the new in-person programme and gather feedback. This is a wonderful opportunity to get early access to what will be a transformative training programme for the heating industry.

👋 Say goodbye to outdated training, low confidence and unsolvable problems. 🎯 Hydronics Unlocked is our game-changing training programme designed for heating engineers. Whether you fit boilers or heat pumps, we're making it easier to master your craft and get ahead. Our programme is designed for you to upskill in your own time, at your own pace: Kick-Off Day in the classroom: a transformative introductory day of hydronics training for modern systems with your peers. Learn online: flexible, bite-sized modules designed to fit around your schedule and deliver practical outcomes. Qualification: includes Low Temperature Hot Water qualification on successful completion of the online modules. Ongoing learning available with Kimbot AI: all of Kimbo's knowledge in your pocket, Kimbot is ongoing support via our app for troubleshooting, peer connections and continuous development. 📣 Our Pilot offer We’re offering 16 spaces for this sixth pilot session, which is pivotal to shaping the future of Warmur Academy. Pilot attendees must also book the online modules, but as an early adopter, you’ll save £245 on the full program. You must be a practicing heating engineer (boilers or heat pumps). 👍 Look at what you get! Transformative day in person with Kimbo An updated version of the classic handout Lunch! Access to our online programme as we roll out from April 2025 Access to the Kimbot AI Beta trial Access to 2 months of free live online sessions with experts Level 3 RQF Low Temperature Hot Water (LTHW) Qualification (on successful completion of online modules) 👌 Early adopters discount price Kick off day in the classroom £195+VAT - FREE Discounted online modules with LTHW qualification: £495+ VAT £445+VAT - you must attend the pilot Kick off day to get access to the online modules Total £690+VAT £445+VAT 🗺 Where and when Pilot Kick Off Day: Monday 31st March 2025 Location: 2 Lumbertubs Lane, Boothville, Northampton, NN3 6AH Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4z4Kv8HnMnWGZF5SA 🚀 Spots are limited! We're keeping numbers small so we can test the new in-person programme and gather feedback. This is a wonderful opportunity to get early access to what will be a transformative training programme for the heating industry.

👋 Say goodbye to outdated training, low confidence and unsolvable problems. 🎯 Hydronics Unlocked is our game-changing training programme designed for heating engineers. Whether you fit boilers or heat pumps, we're making it easier to master your craft and get ahead. Our programme is designed for you to upskill in your own time, at your own pace: Kick-Off Day in the classroom: a transformative introductory day of hydronics training for modern systems with your peers. Learn online: flexible, bite-sized modules designed to fit around your schedule and deliver practical outcomes. Qualification: includes Low Temperature Hot Water qualification on successful completion of the online modules. Ongoing learning available with Kimbot AI: all of Kimbo's knowledge in your pocket, Kimbot is ongoing support via our app for troubleshooting, peer connections and continuous development. 📣 Our Pilot offer We’re offering just 16 spaces for this fourth pilot session, which is pivotal to shaping the future of Warmur Academy. Pilot attendees must also book the online modules, but as an early adopter, you’ll save £295 on the full program. You must be a practicing heating engineer (boilers or heat pumps). 👍 Look at what you get! Transformative day in person with Kimbo An updated version of the classic handout Lunch! Access to our online programme as we roll out from March 2025 Access to the Kimbot AI Beta trial Access to 2 months of free live online sessions with experts Level 3 RQF Low Temperature Hot Water (LTHW) Qualification (on successful completion of online modules) 👌 Early adopters discount price Kick off day in the classroom £195+VAT - FREE Discounted online modules with LTHW qualification: £495+ VAT £395+VAT - you must attend the pilot Kick off day to get access to the online modules Total £690+VAT £395+VAT 🗺 Where and when Pilot Kick Off Day: Monday 24th February Location: 2 Lumbertubs Lane, Boothville, Northampton, NN3 6AH Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4z4Kv8HnMnWGZF5SA 🚀 Spots are limited! We're keeping numbers small so we can test the new in-person programme and gather feedback. This is a wonderful opportunity to get early access to what will be a transformative training programme for the heating industry.

👋 Say goodbye to outdated training, low confidence and unsolvable problems. 🎯 Hydronics Unlocked is our game-changing training programme designed for heating engineers. Whether you fit boilers or heat pumps, we're making it easier to master your craft and get ahead. Our programme is designed for you to upskill in your own time, at your own pace: Kick-Off Day in the classroom: a transformative day of hydronics training for modern systems with your peers. Learn online: flexible, bite-sized modules designed to fit around your schedule and deliver practical outcomes. Qualification: includes Low Temperature Hot Water qualification on successful completion of the online modules. Ongoing learning available with Kimbot AI: all of Kimbo's knowledge in your pocket, Kimbot is ongoing support via our app for troubleshooting, peer connections and continuous development. 📣 Our Pilot offer We’re offering just 15 spaces for this second pilot session, which is pivotal to shaping the future of Warmur Academy. Pilot attendees must also book the online modules, but as an early adopter, you’ll save £295 on the full program. You must be a practicing heating engineer (boilers or heat pumps). 👍 Look at what you get! Transformative day in person An updated version of the classic handout Lunch! Access to our online programme as we roll out from March 2025 Access to the Kimbot AI Beta trial Access to 3 months of live online sessions with experts Level 3 RQF Low Temperature Hot Water (LTHW) Qualification (on successful completion of online modules) 👌 Early adopters discount price Kick off day in the classroom £195+VAT - FREE Discounted online modules with LTHW qualification: £495+ VAT £395+VAT - you must attend the pilot Kick off day to get access to the online modules Total £690+VAT £395+VAT 🗺 Where and when Pilot Kick Off Day: Saturday 1st February Location: Abingdon & Witney College, Abingdon, Oxford OX14 1GG (NB Abingdon are kindly hosting us but we are delivering the training). 🚀 Spots are limited! We're keeping numbers small so we can test the new in-person programme and gather feedback. This is a wonderful opportunity to get early access to what will be a transformative training programme for the heating industry.