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Critical Thinking Strategies Problem-Solving Through Critical Thinking Decision Making with Critical Thinking CPD 140 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? Anyone from any background can enrol in this Sign Language: Basic Communication Skills for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing bundle. Persons with similar professions can also refresh or strengthen their skills by enrolling in this course. Students can take this course to gather professional knowledge besides their study or for the future. Requirements Our Sign Language: Basic Communication Skills for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is fully compatible with PC's, Mac's, laptops, tablets and Smartphone devices. This course has been designed to be fully compatible with tablets and smartphones so that you can access your course on Wi-Fi, 3G or 4G. There is no time limit for completing this course; it can be studied in your own time at your own pace. 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CPD is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations and academic intuitions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD certified certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Around 17,000 people in the UK suffer deafness, ringing in the ears or other ear conditions caused by excessive noise at work. However, this damage is preventable if the right steps are taken but once your hearing has gone it will not come back. This noise awareness course starts by going into detail about how dangerous noise can be in the workplace, and the main safety issues you should be aware of. It will take you through some of the simple science, the main laws that apply and introduce you to noise level limits. 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Through the MCQs, it is measured how much a learner could grasp from each section. In the assessment pass mark is 60%. Advance Your Career This Noise Awareness course will provide you with a fresh opportunity to enter the relevant job market and choose your desired career path. Additionally, you will be able to advance your career, increase your level of competition in your chosen field, and highlight these skills on your resume. Recognised Accreditation This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD UK is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. What is CPD? 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This course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. Benefits of Quality License Scheme Certificate is valuable Provides a competitive edge in your career It will make your CV stand out Course Curriculum Module 1: Noise in the Workplace Module 2: Legislation Module 3: Health Risks Module 4: Action Plans Module 5: Prioritising Controls Module 6: Personal Protective Equipment Module 7: Information and Health Surveillance Obtain Your Certificate of Achievement Order Your Certificate of Achievement 00:00:00
Learn how to establish and enforce security policies and procedures in the workplace with the Security Officer Training Course. This security risk management program is ideal for beginners who are new to this field. You will get a complete overview of the role and responsibilities of a security officer, and on completion, will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to kick-start your career. Throughout this security management course, you will explore the basic principles of security and the fundamental principles of security governance. You will also develop your understanding of the different types of crimes, prevention strategies and organisation security models. Learning Outcomes of The Security Officer Training Course- CPD entrusted: Understand the basics of security management, planning and implementing Explore the fundamental principles of security governance and the accountability framework Expand your knowledge of the different types of crimes and crime prevention tactics Familiarise with the role and responsibilities of a security office Learn about the different types of organisational security models Get a detailed overview of security risk management and how to conduct a risk assessment Understand how to effectively manage and report cases of domestic and sexual violence in the workplace Explore prevention strategies for domestic and violent abuse Why choose this course Earn an e-certificate upon successful completion. Accessible, informative modules taught by expert instructors Study in your own time, at your own pace, through your computer tablet or mobile device Benefit from instant feedback through mock exams and multiple-choice assessments Get 24/7 help or advice from our email and live chat teams Full Tutor Support on Weekdays Course Design The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace. You are taught through a combination of Video lessons Online study materials Mock exams Multiple-choice assessment Certificate of Achievement Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme Once the course has been completed and the assessment has been passed, all students are entitled to receive an endorsed certificate. This will provide proof that you have completed your training objectives, and each endorsed certificate can be ordered and delivered to your address for only £99. Please note that overseas students may be charged an additional £10 for postage. CPD Certificate of Achievement from Janets Upon successful completion of the course, you will be able to obtain your course completion e-certificate. Print copy by post is also available at an additional cost of £9.99 and PDF Certificate at £4.99. Endorsement This course and/or training programme has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course and/or training programme is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website. Method of Assessment To successfully complete the course, students will have to take an automated multiple-choice exam. This exam will be online and you will need to score 60% or above to pass the course. After successfully passing the exam, you will be able to apply for Quality Licence Scheme endorsed certificate of achievement. To verify your enhanced skills in the subject, we recommend that you also complete the assignment questions. These can be completed at any time which is convenient for yourself and will be assessed by our in-house specialised tutors. Full feedback will then be given on your current performance, along with any further advice or support.
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Learn everything you need to know about becoming a professional body massage therapist with our exclusive Body Massage Therapy Course. This course fully prepares you for any massage therapy job by providing step-by-step instructions on each and every sequence of full body massage. This Body Massage Therapy course will teach you how to recognize your clients' needs and treat them appropriately, as well as how to adapt multiple massage techniques. You'll learn about various massage strokes and how to perform therapeutic massage on various parts of the body, such as the face, neck, back, leg, and so on. Through this comprehensive Body Massage Therapy course you will gain the required knowledge and skills to work as a freelance massage therapist, start a massage business, or work for a company that offers massage services to customers. Whatever path you take, it may lead to a financially rewarding career while also helping others in living stress-free and healthy lives. 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Learn everything you need to know about becoming a professional body massage therapist with our exclusive Body Massage Therapy Course. This course fully prepares you for any massage therapy job by providing step-by-step instructions on each and every sequence of full body massage. This Body Massage Therapy course will teach you how to recognize your clients' needs and treat them appropriately, as well as how to adapt multiple massage techniques. You'll learn about various massage strokes and how to perform therapeutic massage on various parts of the body, such as the face, neck, back, leg, and so on. Through this comprehensive Body Massage : Body Massage course, you will gain the required knowledge and skills to work as a freelance massage therapist, start a massage business, or work for a company that offers massage services to customers. Whatever path you take, it may lead to a financially rewarding career while also helping others in living stress-free and healthy lives. 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Free PDF certificate as soon as completing the course. *** Benefits of this Course ** Main Course: Body Massage: Body Massage <<Gift Courses>> Course 01: Indian Head Massage Course 02: Massage Therapy ***Others Benefits of this Course Free 3 PDF Certificate Lifetime Access Unlimited Retake Exam Tutor Support [ Note: Free PDF certificate as soon as completing the Body Massage Course] Detailed Course Curriculum *** Body Massage *** Module 1: Health, safety and hygiene Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 The therapist's role in maintaining health and safety in their place of work Safety considerations when dealing with hazardous substances Safety considerations when using electrical equipment Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) First aid at work Manual handling Fire precautions Risk assessment Hygiene Module 2: Professional conduct, ethics and preparation Ethics Client consultation Contra-indications to massage Referring clients to a medical practitioner Module 3: Classification of massage and the effleurage group Classification of massage movements The effleurage groups Effleurage Stroking Module 4: The petrissage group Kneading Wringing Picking up Skin rolling Muscle rolling Frictions Module 5: The percussion and vibration groups The percussion (tapotement) group Hacking Cupping Beating Pounding Vibration Shaking Module 6: Massage routines Basic guidelines Leg Arm Chest and abdomen Back Face and head Module 7: Adapting massage for specific conditions Conditions that benefit from massage Reducing stress and tension Combating mental and physical fatigue Relieving oedema Reducing cellulite Male clients Evaluation of treatment Home advice Diet Relaxation Posture Breathing exercises Evaluation of own performance Module 8: Additional techniques Massage techniques for musculo-skeletal problems Neuromuscular-skeletal techniques Passive movements Body brushing Module 9: Mechanical massage Gyratory vibrator Percussion vibrator Audio-sonic vibrator Heat treatment Module 10: Introduction to sports massage Training Benefits of sports massage Use of massage in sport Pre-event massage Post-event massage Training massage Treatment massage Contra-indications to sports massage --------------------------- Assessment Method After completing each module of the Body Massage : Body Massage Course, you will find automated MCQ quizzes. To unlock the next module, you need to complete the quiz task and get at least 60% marks. Certification After completing the MCQ/Assignment assessment for this course, you will be entitled to a Certificate of Completion from Training Tale. The certificate is in PDF format, which is completely free to download. A printed version is also available upon request. It will also be sent to you through a courier for £13.99. Who is this course for? This Body Massage Therapy course is ideal for anyone who wants to start a new career in Massage Therapy and gain relevant skills. This Body Massage Therapy course is also suitable for anyone interested in gaining in-demand massage therapy skills to help launch a career as a massage therapy personnel or improve their business aptitude. Requirements There are no specific requirements for Body Massage course because it does not require any advanced knowledge or skills. Career path The Knowledge and skills you will gain through Body Massage course may lead you to a variety of career opportunities, Such as: Sports Massage Therapist Professional Massage Therapist Spa Therapist Massage clinics Health and wellness centers Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - Included
Learn everything you need to know about becoming a professional body massage therapist with our exclusive Body Massage Therapy Course. This course fully prepares you for any massage therapy job by providing step-by-step instructions on each and every sequence of full body massage. This Body Massage Therapy course will teach you how to recognize your clients' needs and treat them appropriately, as well as how to adapt multiple massage techniques. You'll learn about various massage strokes and how to perform therapeutic massage on various parts of the body, such as the face, neck, back, leg, and so on. Through this comprehensive Body Massage Therapy course you will gain the required knowledge and skills to work as a freelance massage therapist, start a massage business, or work for a company that offers massage services to customers. Whatever path you take, it may lead to a financially rewarding career while also helping others in living stress-free and healthy lives. Learning Outcomes After completing this course, learner will be able to: Gain a solid understanding of health, safety and hygiene Learn everything about professional conduct, ethics, and preparation. Understand classification of massage and the effleurage group Understand the petrissage group Understand the percussion and vibration groups Know massage routines Understand adapting massage for specific conditions Learn additional techniques Learn mechanical massage Understand the fundamentals of sports massage Why Choose Body Massage Course from Us Self-paced course, access available from anywhere. Easy to understand, high-quality study materials. Course developed by industry experts. MCQ quiz after each module to assess your learning. Automated and instant assessment results. 24/7 support via live chat, phone call or email. Free PDF certificate as soon as completing the course. *** Benefits of Body Massage Course ** Main Course: Therapy: Body Massage <<Gift Courses>> Course 01: Indian Head Massage Course 02: Massage Therapy ***Others Benefits of this Course Free 3 PDF Certificate Lifetime Access Unlimited Retake Exam Tutor Support [ Note: Free PDF certificate as soon as completing the Body Massage Course] Detailed Course Curriculum *** Therapy : Body Massage *** Module 1: Health, safety and hygiene Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 The therapist's role in maintaining health and safety in their place of work Safety considerations when dealing with hazardous substances Safety considerations when using electrical equipment Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) First aid at work Manual handling Fire precautions Risk assessment Hygiene Module 2: Professional conduct, ethics and preparation Ethics Client consultation Contra-indications to massage Referring clients to a medical practitioner Module 3: Classification of massage and the effleurage group Classification of massage movements The effleurage groups Effleurage Stroking Module 4: The petrissage group Kneading Wringing Picking up Skin rolling Muscle rolling Frictions Module 5: The percussion and vibration groups The percussion (tapotement) group Hacking Cupping Beating Pounding Vibration Shaking Module 6: Massage routines Basic guidelines Leg Arm Chest and abdomen Back Face and head Module 7: Adapting massage for specific conditions Conditions that benefit from massage Reducing stress and tension Combating mental and physical fatigue Relieving oedema Reducing cellulite Male clients Evaluation of treatment Home advice Diet Relaxation Posture Breathing exercises Evaluation of own performance Module 8: Additional techniques Massage techniques for musculo-skeletal problems Neuromuscular-skeletal techniques Passive movements Body brushing Module 9: Mechanical massage Gyratory vibrator Percussion vibrator Audio-sonic vibrator Heat treatment Module 10: Introduction to sports massage Training Benefits of sports massage Use of massage in sport Pre-event massage Post-event massage Training massage Treatment massage Contra-indications to sports massage --------------------------- Assessment Method After completing each module of the Therapy: Body Massage Course, you will find automated MCQ quizzes. To unlock the next module, you need to complete the quiz task and get at least 60% marks. Certification After completing the MCQ/Assignment assessment for this course, you will be entitled to a Certificate of Completion from Training Tale. The certificate is in PDF format, which is completely free to download. A printed version is also available upon request. It will also be sent to you through a courier for £13.99. Who is this course for? This Body Massage Therapy course is ideal for anyone who wants to start a new career in Massage Therapy and gain relevant skills. This Body Massage Therapy course is also suitable for anyone interested in gaining in-demand massage therapy skills to help launch a career as a massage therapy personnel or improve their business aptitude. Requirements There are no specific requirements for Body Massage course because it does not require any advanced knowledge or skills. Career path The Knowledge and skills you will gain through Body Massage course may lead you to a variety of career opportunities, Such as: Sports Massage Therapist Professional Massage Therapist Spa Therapist Massage clinics Health and wellness centers Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - Included
This Course at a Glance Understand that a Care home is both a home for vulnerable residents and a work environment Understand the duties and responsibilities of both the employer and employee in maintaining health and safety Explore the most common legislations that apply to care homes Understand how to design care plans to ensure the highest level of care involved Understand how to assist a person with first aid in emergency situations Learn how to carry out a proper risk assessment to identify risks and potential hazards Know when and how to report health and safety risks Identify the various types of illnesses and accidents that can occur within care settings Recognise the risks and hazards that can arise from moving and handling Acquire knowledge about the 6Cs of nursing Know how to deal with general hazards arising from fire, gas and electricity Gain knowledge about a range of effective solutions to deal with work-related stress, violence and aggression Know how to implement proper security measures to prevent individuals from becoming victims of crimes Gain knowledge about the potential hazards in the working environment and the range of welfare requirements that apply to care workers Health & Safety in a Care Setting Course Overview This extensive Health and Safety in Care Setting course is designed to help you identify the common hazards and risks found within care homes and provides concise insight on how to prevent such risks at an early stage. You will also gain knowledge about certain legislations that apply to care homes, the responsibilities of management and employees in ensuring the health and safety of vulnerable residents and outlines the procedure of conducting effective risk assessments within premises. Adverse occurrences as a result of unsafe health care are one of the top ten causes of death and disability worldwide. It is estimated that approximately one out of every ten patients in high-income countries is likely to be in the position of being harmed while obtaining hospital care. A wide range of adverse poor health and safety protocols can cause such harm, with about half of them being preventable. Therefore, it is extremely important for care homes to set up effective health and safety protocols to prevent such harm and ensure the safety of the vulnerable people residing in the care setting. Care homes are not always workplaces but also home to a number of vulnerable residents. These residents as well the people working in the care settings have the right to reside and work in a safe and healthy environment that respects their rights, freedoms, and dignity. Many potential health and safety problems exist in a care home setting, and they must be identified and analysed in order to be effectively handled. Upon successful completion of this Health and Safety in Care Setting course, you will be able to detect the wide range of dangers that can be present in care homes that may arise during care and treatment and prevent and mitigate such mishaps through proper risk assessments and procedures. Who should take this course? Whether you are an employer or an employee working in any care home setting or anyone simply looking to escalate your knowledge on mental health awareness to assist yourself or people around you exposed to unsafe environments in any care settings, this Health and Safety in Care Setting course is ideal for you. Entry Requirements There are no academic entry requirements for this Health & Safety in a Care Setting Course Online course, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds. However, you are required to have a laptop/desktop/tablet or smartphone and a good internet connection. Assessment Method This Health and Safety in Care Setting Course assesses learners through multiple choice questions (MCQs). Upon successful completion of each module, learners must answer MCQs to step into the next module. Through the MCQs it is measured how much a learner could grasp from each section. In the assessment pass mark is 75%. Course Curriculum Module 1: Introduction Module 2: Responsibilities Module 3: Systems Module 4: Accidents and Illness Part 1 Module 5: Accidents and Illness Part 2 Module 6: Moving and Handling Module 7: General Hazards: Fires, Gas and Electricity Module 8: Aggression, Violence, Security and Stress Module 9: Work Environment and Welfare Recognised Accreditation CPD Certification Service This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD UK is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field. Certificate of Achievement Valuable Certification Upon successful completion of this Health and Safety in Care Setting Course, you will be eligible to download CPD accredited free electronic certificate instantly. There is a minimal shipping charge applicable to get the hardcopy course completion certificate which is: Shipment Inside the UK = £5.99 International Shipment = £16.99 Overview This Course at a Glance Understand that a Care home is both a home for vulnerable residents and a work environment Understand the duties and responsibilities of both the employer and employee in maintaining health and safety Explore the most common legislations that apply to care homes Understand how to design care plans to ensure the highest level of care involved Understand how to assist a person with first aid in emergency situations Learn how to carry out a proper risk assessment to identify risks and potential hazards Know when and how to report health and safety risks Identify the various types of illnesses and accidents that can occur within care settings Recognise the risks and hazards that can arise from moving and handling Acquire knowledge about the 6Cs of nursing Know how to deal with general hazards arising from fire, gas and electricity Gain knowledge about a range of effective solutions to deal with work-related stress, violence and aggression Know how to implement proper security measures to prevent individuals from becoming victims of crimes Gain knowledge about the potential hazards in the working environment and the range of welfare requirements that apply to care workers Health & Safety in a Care Setting Course Overview This extensive Health and Safety in Care Setting course is designed to help you identify the common hazards and risks found within care homes and provides concise insight on how to prevent such risks at an early stage. You will also gain knowledge about certain legislations that apply to care homes, the responsibilities of management and employees in ensuring the health and safety of vulnerable residents and outlines the procedure of conducting effective risk assessments within premises. Adverse occurrences as a result of unsafe health care are one of the top ten causes of death and disability worldwide. It is estimated that approximately one out of every ten patients in high-income countries is likely to be in the position of being harmed while obtaining hospital care. A wide range of adverse poor health and safety protocols can cause such harm, with about half of them being preventable. Therefore, it is extremely important for care homes to set up effective health and safety protocols to prevent such harm and ensure the safety of the vulnerable people residing in the care setting. Care homes are not always workplaces but also home to a number of vulnerable residents. These residents as well the people working in the care settings have the right to reside and work in a safe and healthy environment that respects their rights, freedoms, and dignity. Many potential health and safety problems exist in a care home setting, and they must be identified and analysed in order to be effectively handled. Upon successful completion of this Health and Safety in Care Setting course, you will be able to detect the wide range of dangers that can be present in care homes that may arise during care and treatment and prevent and mitigate such mishaps through proper risk assessments and procedures. Who should take this course? Whether you are an employer or an employee working in any care home setting or anyone simply looking to escalate your knowledge on mental health awareness to assist yourself or people around you exposed to unsafe environments in any care settings, this Health and Safety in Care Setting course is ideal for you. Entry Requirements There are no academic entry requirements for this Health & Safety in a Care Setting Course Online course, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds. However, you are required to have a laptop/desktop/tablet or smartphone and a good internet connection. Assessment Method This Health and Safety in Care Setting Course assesses learners through multiple choice questions (MCQs). Upon successful completion of each module, learners must answer MCQs to step into the next module. Through the MCQs it is measured how much a learner could grasp from each section. In the assessment pass mark is 75%. Course Curriculum Module 1: Introduction Module 2: Responsibilities Module 3: Systems Module 4: Accidents and Illness Part 1 Module 5: Accidents and Illness Part 2 Module 6: Moving and Handling Module 7: General Hazards: Fires, Gas and Electricity Module 8: Aggression, Violence, Security and Stress Module 9: Work Environment and Welfare Recognised Accreditation CPD Certification Service This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD UK is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field. Certificate of Achievement Valuable Certification Upon successful completion of this Health and Safety in Care Setting Course, you will be eligible to download CPD accredited free electronic certificate instantly. There is a minimal shipping charge applicable to get the hardcopy course completion certificate which is: Shipment Inside the UK = £5.99 International Shipment = £16.99 FAQ Is CPD a recognised qualification in the UK? CPD is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations and academic intuitions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD-certified certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Are QLS courses recognised? Although QLS courses are not subject to Ofqual regulation, they must adhere to an extremely high level that is set and regulated independently across the globe. A course that has been approved by the Quality Licence Scheme simply indicates that it has been examined and evaluated in terms of quality and fulfils the predetermined quality standards. When will I receive my certificate? For CPD accredited PDF certificate it will take 24 hours, however for the hardcopy CPD certificate takes 5-7 business days and for the Quality License Scheme certificate it will take 7-9 business days. Can I pay by invoice? Yes, you can pay via Invoice or Purchase Order, please contact us at info@lead-academy.org for invoice payment. Can I pay via instalment? Yes, you can pay via instalments at checkout. How to take online classes from home? Our platform provides easy and comfortable access for all learners; all you need is a stable internet connection and a device such as a laptop, desktop PC, tablet, or mobile phone. The learning site is accessible 24/7, allowing you to take the course at your own pace while relaxing in the privacy of your home or workplace. Does age matter in online learning? No, there is no age limit for online learning. Online learning is accessible to people of all ages and requires no age-specific criteria to pursue a course of interest. As opposed to degrees pursued at university, online courses are designed to break the barriers of age limitation that aim to limit the learner's ability to learn new things, diversify their skills, and expand their horizons. When I will get the login details for my course? After successfully purchasing the course, you will receive an email within 24 hours with the login details of your course. Kindly check your inbox, junk or spam folder, or you can contact our client success team via info@lead-academy.org Course Fee £25 £60 58% OFF ð CPD UK Accredited PDF Certificate Included 4 interest-free payments of £6.25 Health & Safety in a Care Setting Course Online quantity ENROL NOW Duration: * Hours Instant Access Get In Touch Today Live CHAT WITH US CALL ON - 0300 124 5585 Certificate of Achievement Valuable Certification Upon successful completion of this Health and Safety in Care Setting Course, you will be eligible to download CPD accredited free electronic certificate instantly. There is a minimal shipping charge applicable to get the hardcopy course completion certificate which is: Shipment Inside the UK = £5.99 International Shipment = £16.99 FAQs Is CPD a recognised qualification in the UK? CPD is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations and academic intuitions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD-certified certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Are QLS courses recognised? Although QLS courses are not subject to Ofqual regulation, they must adhere to an extremely high level that is set and regulated independently across the globe. A course that has been approved by the Quality Licence Scheme simply indicates that it has been examined and evaluated in terms of quality and fulfils the predetermined quality standards. When will I receive my certificate? For CPD accredited PDF certificate it will take 24 hours, however for the hardcopy CPD certificate takes 5-7 business days and for the Quality License Scheme certificate it will take 7-9 business days. Can I pay by invoice? Yes, you can pay via Invoice or Purchase Order, please contact us at info@lead-academy.org for invoice payment. Can I pay via instalment? Yes, you can pay via instalments at checkout. How to take online classes from home? Our platform provides easy and comfortable access for all learners; all you need is a stable internet connection and a device such as a laptop, desktop PC, tablet, or mobile phone. The learning site is accessible 24/7, allowing you to take the course at your own pace while relaxing in the privacy of your home or workplace. Does age matter in online learning? No, there is no age limit for online learning. Online learning is accessible to people of all ages and requires no age-specific criteria to pursue a course of interest. As opposed to degrees pursued at university, online courses are designed to break the barriers of age limitation that aim to limit the learner's ability to learn new things, diversify their skills, and expand their horizons. When I will get the login details for my course? After successfully purchasing the course, you will receive an email within 24 hours with the login details of your course. Kindly check your inbox, junk or spam folder, or you can contact our client success team via info@lead-academy.org
Masterclasses? Refreshers? Introductions? It depends what you're looking for and where you want to pitch them, but here are six tried-and-tested highly focused sessions that organisations can take individually or as a series, to help develop their teams' project management capabilities one topic at a time. Objectives for each individual session are set out below, as part of the session outlines. Taken together, as a series, however, these modules are an ideal opportunity to develop your team's levels of project management capability maturity, whether that's by introducing them to the basic principles, refreshing them on best practice, or giving them the opportunity to really drill down into a specific area of challenge in your particular operating environment. Session outlines 1 Stakeholder management Session objectives This session will help participants: Understand why stakeholders matter to projects Be able to identify and engage stakeholders Be able to categorise stakeholders by their significance 1 Key principles What does 'stakeholder' mean - in theory? What does this mean in practice? Why stakeholders matter Consequences of missing stakeholders The stakeholder management process:IdentifyAssessPlanEngage 2 Identifying stakeholders Rapid listing CPIG analysis PESTLE analysis Drawing on the knowledge and experience of others Other ways to identify stakeholders 3 Assessing stakeholders Which stakeholders are significant? Stakeholder radar Power-interest maps Power-attitude maps 4 Planning The adoption curve Dealing with obstacles Who should engage which stakeholder? How should the project's organisation be structured? How will communication happen? 5 Engaging Seven principles of stakeholder engagement 2 Requirements and prioritisation Session objectives This session will help participants: Understand how clarity of requirements contributes to project success Use different techniques for prioritising requirements Agree requirements with stakeholders Manage changes to requirements 1 Understanding and managing stakeholder needs and expectations What are 'requirements'? What is 'requirements management'? Sources of requirements - and the role of stakeholders Are stakeholders sufficiently expert to specify their needs? Do they understand the detail of what they want, or do they need help to tease that out? What do stakeholders want to achieve? Working within constraints Prioritising requirements - three techniques 2 MoSCoW prioritisation 'Must have', should have', 'could have, 'won't have this time' When to use MoSCoW 3 The Kano Model Customer satisfaction - 'attractive' and 'must-be' qualities When to use Kano 4 Value-based prioritisation Understanding risk v value Using risk v value to prioritise features and schedules 5 Agreeing requirements Perfect v 'good enough' Establishing acceptance criteria Requirements traceability Agreeing project scope 6 Changing requirements Why requirements change Why change control matters Impact on projects A formal change control process Paying for change - managing change for different types of project 3 Estimating Session objectives This session will help participants: Understand the different purposes estimates satisfy Be able to use different estimating techniques Understand how to achieve different levels of accuracy 1 Key principles What's an estimate? Informed guesswork What needs to be estimated? Costs, resources, effort, duration Tolerances Precision v accuracy 2 Estimating through the lifecycle Start Plan Do 3 Early estimates Comparative ('analogous') estimating Parametric estimating Using multiple estimating techniques 4 Bottom-up estimating Bottom-up ('analytical') estimating Pros Cons 5 Three-point estimating Three-point ('PERT': Programme Evaluation and Review Technique) estimating Uncertainty and the range of estimates Calculating a weighted average Three-point with bottom-up 4 Scheduling Session objectives This session will help participants: Understand how to create a viable schedule Be able to use different forms of schedule Understand the concept of the critical path 1 Key principles The planning horizon Rolling wave planning Release planning 2 Viable scheduling Creating a viable schedule Define the scope Sequence the work Identify the risks and build in mitigations Identify the resources Estimate the effort and durations Check resource availability Refine until a workable schedule is produced 3 Critical path analysis The critical path Network diagrams Sequence logic Practical application:Network diagram with estimated durationsThe 'forward pass'The 'backward pass'Calculating total floatIdentifying the critical pathCalculating free float Gantt charts 5 Risk and issue management Session objectives This session will help participants: Understand the difference between risks and issues Be able to identify and assess risks Understand ways of mitigating risks Manage issues 1 Key principles Understanding risk Threats and opportunities The risk management processPreparation - proactive risk managementThe process - identify, assess, plan, implementStakeholder communication Roles and responsibilities Risk management strategy The risk register Risk appetite 2 Risk identification Brainstorming Interviews Assumption analysis Checklists 3 Risk assessment and prioritisation Probability, impact and proximity Triggers Qualitative risk assessment Qualitative impact assessment Qualitative probability assessment Probability / impact grid Bubble charts Risk tolerance 4 Planning countermeasures To mitigate or not to mitigate? Categories of risk response Avoid and exploit Reduce and enhance Transfer Share Accept Contingency Secondary risks 5 Issue management What is an issue? Tolerances Issues and tolerances The PRINCE2 view of issues Ownership of issues An issue management process Issue register 6 Budgeting and cost control Session objectives This session will help participants: Understand what to include in a budget - and why Choose - and use - the appropriate estimating technique Align the budget with the schedule Understand how to monitor spend and control costs Trouble-shoot effectively to get projects back within budget Session format Flexible. The session can be tailored to the participants' average level of project management maturity - a 60-minute session (delivered virtually) is an effective introduction. A 90-minute session allows for more in-depth treatment. A half-day session (face-to-face or virtual) gives time for a more challenging workshop, particularly to discuss specific cost control issues with any of the participants' current projects. 1 Where is the money coming from? Can we pay from revenue? Do we need to borrow? How long will the project take to pay back? The lifecycle of the budget Through-life costs Stakeholder involvement 2 Estimating costs Reminder: the relationship between estimates Reminder: possible estimating techniques What do we need to estimate?PeopleEquipmentMaterialsFacilities and operating costsWork package estimateEstimated project costs Estimating agile projects 3 Aligning budget and schedule Scheduling and financial periods Spreading the budget 4 Reserves and agreeing the budget Contingency reserve Management reserve Agreeing the budget 5 Cost control Planned spend over time Actual spend over time Work completed over time Evaluating different scenarios: delivery v spend 6 Trouble-shooting Why are we where we are? What has caused the project to spend at the rate it is? Why is it delivering at the rate it is? What are the root causes? What can we do about it?