Learning and Development Facilitator Skills Programme
A Learning and Development Facilitator plans, selects and adapts learning resources required for the delivery of learning interventions in an occupational context
NQF:
5
Entry Requirements:
- NQF Level 4
Credits: 36
Accreditation: QCTO
Skills Programme: 220319
The Role of a Learning and Development Facilitator Skills Programme
A Learning and Development Facilitator plans, selects and adapts learning resources required for the delivery of learning interventions in an occupational context. This skills programme will equip one with the skills set to facilitate training and develop competencies to ensure effective skills development.
Those who achieve competencies for this skills programme will be able to plan, select and adapt learning resources required for the delivery of learning interventions in an occupational context. This skills programme replaces the legacy Facilitator Training Programme (Train-the-Trainer).
Detailed Information
Who Should Attend the Training?
- Those wish to obtain certification as a Learning and Development Facilitator.
- Those who are involved in the facilitation as part of their duties with regards to training and education.
- Those working towards SAQA 101321, Occupational Certificate: Training and Development Practitioner.
- Facilitators, Trainers, Lecturers and Presenters
- Assessors, Moderators and Training Managers will also benefit from this skills programme.
Components Covered
Knowledge Component
242401001-KM-01: The Statutory Learning and Development Environment. NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
- KM-01-KT01: The Statutory Framework that Governs the South African Qualification Authority.
- KM-01-KT02: The Statutory Framework that Governs the Skills Development Environment.
- KM-01-KT03: The Statutory and Regulatory Framework that Governs Skills Development Funding.
- KM-01-KT04: National Occupational Skills Development Structures, Policies and Priorities.
242401001-KM-04: Facilitation of Learning in an Occupational Contexts. NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
- KM-04-KT01: Principles and Models for Facilitation Planning and Preparation.
- KM-04-KT02: Facilitation Principles, Techniques and Tools.
- KM-04-KT03: Evaluating, Reviewing and Reporting on Facilitation.
Application Component
242401001-PM-04: Facilitate Different Methodologies, Training Styles and Techniques within an Occupational Learning Context. NQF Level 5, 12 Credits- PM-04-PS01: Plan and Prepare to Facilitate a Learning Intervention.
- PM-04-PS02: Facilitate the Learning Intervention.
- PM-04-PS03: Reflect on the Effectiveness of Own Facilitator Role.
- WM-04-WE01: Facilitate a Contextualised Learning and Development Session under the Guidance of a Subject Matter Expert.
Exit Level Outcomes (ELO) and Associated Assessment Criteria (AAC)
- Planning of resources and logistics is conducive for efficient and effective learning.
- Preparations for the facilitation of learning is aligned to adult learning principles and techniques.
- Barriers to learning are dealt with, in the delivery of the learning intervention.
- Past experience and prior learning is recognised during the delivery of the learning intervention.
- Guidance and support of learners enables them to define outcomes, clarify issues, manage expectations and identify learning paths and opportunities.
- The facilitation plan and process are adapted to meet contextual and learning dynamics.
- Active learning is facilitated according to contexts and learning styles, by drawing on appropriate learning methodologies.
- Facilitation is conducted in an organised manner that ensures the physical and psycho-social safety of the learners.
- Learner progress and effectiveness of the intervention is measured continuously and feedback is provided.
- The dynamics of the learner group is managed in accordance with contextual requirements.
- Stakeholder feedback is reflected upon and is used to inform areas of continuous personal development and improvement.
- Ethical and professional practice is displayed.