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GWLADGrowing Workforces through Learning And Development

“Investing in you and your Workforce”

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Contents

Invest in your workforce 4

Developing Leadership Skills 5

Human Resources for non HR Professionals 6

Introduction to Marketing 7

Leadership 8

Managing Teams 9

Mentoring and Coaching in the workplace 10

Mindfulness in the Workplace 11

Project Management 12

Recognition and Accreditation of Learning (RAL) 13

Research Methods for Work-based Learning 14

Sustainability for the Workplace 15

Work-based Learning Plan 16

Work-based Learning Project 17

Contact Us 19


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Invest in your workforce Growing Workforces through Learning and Development (GWLAD) is an exciting and innovative project that offers up to 70% subsidised costs for self-employed, micro, small, medium and large third and private sector organisations across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire and Swansea. The Wales Institute for Work-based Learning (WIWBL) leads on the project, which has been supported by the European Social Fund through the Welsh Government.

Innovation:

This innovative project enables learners to study modules in a variety of topics, which can contribute towards a qualification in Professional Practice such as:

• Human Resources• Leadership • Marketing • Mentoring and Coaching • Mindfulness• Project Management• Sustainability • Recognition and Accreditation of Learning and much more

All modules require the learner to undertake reflection to improve their professional practice and impact on the workplace, benefiting the business and consequently the Welsh economy. We are continuously seeking to develop new modules and can work with organisations to create bespoke programmes to meet their needs.

Flexible work-based learning:

A great degree of flexibility is offered by the GWLAD project for both the learner and organisation. Learners can study various pathways from just one module to Certificate in Higher Education at Level 4 or a Master’s at Level 7. Additional flexibility is offered with the unique bilingual provision providing learners with the opportunity to learn and submit work through the medium of Welsh or English. Our lecturers bring a wealth of industry experience and skills, and our mentor lecturers will support learners through their journey to ensure their learning is maximised.

Next Step:

Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to develop staff and improve business. This investment in the workforce can positively impact your business by increasing staff retention and motivation to enhance performance, a factor that is important for all businesses. Success has been achieved by previous work-based learning projects led by WIWBL; 82% reported a positive impact on business productivity from Elevate Cymru, and 78% found a positive effect on staff morale.

Grow your workforce through learning and development by enrolling with the GWLAD project that invests in you and the future of your workforce.


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Developing Leadership SkillsCredits: 30 Level: 4 / 7 Duration - 4 days, taught sessions

Introduction:

This module focuses on encouraging participants to examine a range of different leadership styles, behaviours and traits from theory and apply to practice.

The following areas will be covered during the module:

• Introduction to the functions of leadership within organisations, including exploring research findings and the resulting impact for the workplace

• A range of theories in the context of leadership forms and styles, and their implications for effective leadership within the workplace

• Various aspects of organisational culture in the context of leadership and examine how ethical considerations impact upon the role of the leader

For whom?

This course is particularly suited to those in a position of management or leadership within their organisation as well as those aspiring to becoming manager or leaders of the future.

Benefits:

This module has a strong focus on the development and practical application of leadership skills link with the overall aims and objectives of the organisation, and ensuring that employees understand how their personal objectives fit into the overarching business strategy. Learners will develop the following skills:

• Evaluating effective leadership in the workplace• Reflecting and developing their own leadership styles and behaviours • Apply their learning to the practical workplace environment in order to facilitate improved performance

Assessment:

Learners will be required to complete a written assignment based on their understanding of developing leadership skills in the work place.

Further information:

• It is important to note that during your period of study you will be supported by a designated tutor.• Once you have successfully completed the module you will gain 30 credits that you can put towards further

study.

Funding

The module is supported by the European Social Fund through the Welsh Government. For details on funding subsidies, please contact: [email protected]


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Human Resources for non HR Professionals

Credits: 30 Level: 4 Duration - 3 days, taught sessions

Introduction:

Increasing numbers of organisations are devolving Human Resource management responsibilities, such as recruitment, performance management, discipline and grievance to line managers.


• The functions and activities of HR Fundamentals including employment, legislation and general good practice

• The role of line mangers in implementing HR processes• Personal strengths and areas for development related to the HR function• Recruitment and selection activities, including policies, processes, and job descriptions, as well as the variety

of approaches to recruitment interviews• Performance management, including the benefits of a system which is fit for purpose for your own

organisation• Discipline and grievance situations by understanding how following procedures step-by-step can help lead

to a fair and safe outcome

For whom?

All employees that want a fuller understanding of the function of HR, especially those that manage others.

Benefits:

• This module should result in improved performance for your organisation, and help to ensure compliance with legislation.

• It will also develop a fuller understanding of the function of HR, the various elements that make up its successful operation and relate them to your own organisational needs

• Apply their learning to the practical workplace environment in order to facilitate improved performance

Assessment:

Written assignments which consolidate knowledge and understanding of HR functions, and reviews learners’ organisation processes against best practice, with a view to improvement.



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Introduction to Marketing Credits: 30 Level: 4 Duration – 3 days, taught sessions

Introduction:

This module is designed to give learners a basic understanding of the theory and concepts underpinning marketing and to give them an insight into marketing principles and practice.

This module focusses on the following areas:

• The consumer market and the major factors that influence consumer buyer behaviour;• The main environmental factors determining markets and marketing; • The steps in the marketing research process; • The development of an organisation’s marketing mix;• The basis of an organisation’s marketing strategy;• Tools and techniques used in conducting market research;

For whom?

Individuals who want enhance and develop their marketing knowledge and skills

Benefits:

• This can easily be woven into the organisational culture to improve marketing strategy• Enhance the performance of employees involved in marketing

Assessment:

A written report based on a review of an organisation with which you are familiar, identifying and outlining marketing principles in action



study.

Funding

The module is supported by the European Social Fund through the Welsh Government. For details on funding

subsidies, please contact: [email protected]


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Leadership Credits: 30 Level: 4 / 7 Duration - 4 days, taught sessionsIntroduction:This module focuses on encouraging participants to examine a range of different leadership styles, behaviours and traits from theory and apply to practice.

The focus within this module is:

• Introduction to the functions of leadership within organisations, including exploring research findings and the resulting impact for the workplace.

• A range of theories in the context of leadership forms and styles, and their implications for effective leadership within the workplace

• Various aspects of organisational culture in the context of leadership and examine how ethical considerations impact upon the role of the leader

For whom? This course is particularly suited to those in a position of management or leadership within their organisation as well as those aspiring to becoming manager or leaders of the future.

Benefits: This module has a strong link with the overall aims and objectives of the organisation, and ensuring that employees understand how their personal objectives fit into the overarching business strategy.

Learners will develop the following skills:• Evaluating effective leadership in the workplace.• Reflecting and developing their own leadership styles and behaviours • Apply their learning to the practical workplace environment in order to facilitate improved

performance

Assessment:Assignment developing leadership skills in the work place

Further information:• It is important to note that during your period of study you will be supported by a designated

tutor.• Once you have successfully completed the module you will gain 30 credits that you can put

towards further study.

FundingThe module is supported by the European Social Fund through the Welsh Government. For details on funding subsidies, please contact: [email protected]


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Managing Teams Credits: 30 Level: 4 / 5 Duration - 3 days, taught sessionsIntroduction:This Managing Teams module is designed to provide you with the information and tools you need to improve your skills within your workplace. By the end of this module, you will have a broad understanding of different theoretical and practical approaches to managing a team, and considered your own role and responsibilities, styles and approaches.

The focus within this module is:

• Establish what makes an effective team• Team working, team roles and responsibilities • Managing individual and team performance• Theories in the field of high performance teams, motivation and performance management• Handling conflict in organisations• Communication skills

For whom? This course is particularly suited to those in a position of management or leadership within their organisation as well as those aspiring to becoming manager or leaders of the future.

Benefits: This module has a strong focus on the development and practical application of leadership skills. This module has a strong link with the overall aims and objectives of the organisation and ensuring that employees understand how their personal objectives fit into the overarching business strategy.

Learners will:• Understand the importance of effective team working and team management• Improve own performance and that of the team• Apply their learning to the practical workplace environment in order to facilitate improved performance,

better quality and productivity, more effective utilisation of resources• Learners will evaluate own management styles and behaviours, and the performance of their own team,

with a view to identifying improvements

Assessment:Written assignment based on reviewing the performance of the team and identifying areas for improvement

Further information:• It is important to note that during your period of study you will be supported by a designated tutor.• Once you have successfully completed the module you will gain 30 credits that you can put towards further

study.

FundingThe module is supported by the European Social Fund through the Welsh Government. For details on funding subsidies, please contact: [email protected]


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Mentoring and Coaching in the workplace

Credits: 30 Level: 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 Duration - 3 days, taught sessionsIntroduction:

Our Mentoring and Coaching in the Workplace module provides learners with the knowledge and practical skills to coach and mentor effectively, creating a more flexible approach to addressing the fast-moving requirements of today’s workplace. By the end of this module, learners will have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the principles of effective work-based coaching and mentoring. They will also:

• Have an understanding of coaching theory and sound principles of coaching practice• Know how people learn and the key issues associated with coaching in the workplace• Understand coaching models, styles, tools and techniques • Learn the benefits of coaching and mentoring to the organisation and individuals• Reflect on own performance and produce a development plan

For whom?

This module is relevant to any experienced member of the organisation in particular those who are currently informally mentoring or coaching others and/or would like to implement this process into their organisation.

Benefits:

• Coaching and mentoring can boost business by developing existing staff and attracting new talent.• This can easily be woven into the organisational culture to improve communication, performance and

retention and can support learning at work and change management.• Enhance the performance of their employees

Assessment:

• Portfolio of evidence of effective coaching activity• An observed coaching session• A reflective essay on your coaching performance in the workplace, areas for improvement and a personal

development plan



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Mindfulness in the Workplace

Credits: 30 Level: 4 / 7 Duration – 4 days, taught sessions

Introduction:

This module takes the research surrounding the Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy courses, together with key mindfulness practices and asks the student to consider these in relation to their own place of work.

This module includes:

• Introduction to mindfulness, including exploring research findings and the resulting impact for the workplace, whilst carrying out short mindfulness practices.

• Explore how a mindfulness-based approach can help improve problematic issues within your workplace• Explore research related to how mindfulness practice affects the parts of our brain which are linked to

empathy, and consider how this can be beneficial in a work situation• Develop a level of personal practice that will be more effective for everyday life For whom?

This module would be beneficial for all employees in any organisation

Benefits:

Having this extended mindful approach focuses the mind on the task in hand which in turn:

• Increases productivity• Enhances self-awareness and self-regulation• Reduces stress

Assessment:

• Written assignments based on literature research and critical reflection on own practice• From this module, learners are able to create links with their own workplace and consider any benefits or

drawbacks in relation to their own performance and any organisational benefits.



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Project Management

Credits: 30 Level: 4 / 5 / 7 Duration – 4 days, taught sessions

Introduction:

Through this module, you will be able to recognise and describe the benefits of project management, explain the principles and identify appropriate tools and techniques to effectively manage projects.

This module focuses the following areas of Project Management theory and practice:

• The principles of project management• Tools and techniques for planning and managing projects• Risk: identification, analysis and management• Quality management in a project environment• Project monitoring, reporting and budget control• Level 7 will encourage learners to develop a project management methodology that suits their workplace

For whom?

This module is relevant to anyone that is managing or working on a project within their workplace.

Benefits:

• Some benefits of utilising a project management approach are; increasing efficiency and effectiveness of delivering services increase in quality of services and increased risk assessment.

• By implementing a project management approach to a project, it provides a ‘roadmap’ that can be easily followed by all parties involved.

Assessment:

• Levels 4 and 5: Assignment illustrating how project management could benefit your place of work.• Level 7: Assignment discussing project management processes with recommendations for a suitable

methodology in the workplace.



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Recognition and Accreditation of Learning (RAL)

Credits: 15 plus credits awarded for evidenced prior learningLevel: 4 / 5 / 6 / 7

Duration – up to 12 months (postgraduate), up to 18 months (undergraduate)Introduction:

This module is designed to enable you to claim academic credits for prior experiential or certificated learning. By the end of this module, you will have identified learning that you have undertaken in your workplace and collated a portfolio of evidence that enables you to claim up to two-thirds of a qualification for that learning. The level and the amount of credits that you can claim will depend on your experience and your job role. This module may form part of an overall qualification in Professional Practice (Cert HE, Foundation Degree, BA or Masters)

For whom?

All employees

Benefits:

• Recognition and accreditation for prior learning• Reflect on skills and experience to build on future development Consider how change can be implemented

in the workplace

Assessment:

Reflective essay

Portfolio of evidence consisting of:

• An annotated CV describing your work-based activities• An annotated job description• A portfolio of learning experience supported by evidence


• It is important to note that during your period of study you will be supported by a designated tutor.• You can claim up to two thirds of a full award in Professional Practice through this module.

Funding

The module is support by the European Social Fund through the Welsh Government for details on funding subsidies contact: [email protected]


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Research Methods for Work-based Learning

Introduction:

The programme is designed to raise awareness of the key areas to consider when undertaking research in work-based settings. The background and language of research will be explored, together with the most appropriate methods to use for specific investigations.

For whom?

All employees involved in research now or in the future (and analysis).

Benefits:

The skills of investigation, analysis, evaluation and synthesis will be developed throughout this module.

• An understanding of the research process and a range of research methods• An appreciation of how research processes can benefit both the professional and the workplace. • The module also helps to develop skills in evaluation and writing

Assessment:

Assessment is based on a portfolio of 2 reports, which consist of the following:

• A short report to explain how research could be personally and professionally relevant.• A critical evaluation of potential approaches to methodology, research strategies and techniques of work-

based research.



study if you wish. The module is available at levels 4, 5, 6 and 7 and will consist of 1 training day a month.

Funding

The module is support by the European Social Fund through the Welsh Government. For details on funding subsidies please contact: [email protected]


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Sustainability for the Workplace

Credits: 30 Level: 4 / 5 / 7 Duration – 4 days, taught sessions

Introduction:

This module introduces participants to the vastly complex concept of sustainability, and prepares them to make their own workplace more economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable.


• An examination of the definitions and understandings of sustainability in a historical and a modern context• An exploration of the national and international legislation governing sustainable practice• Analysis of the interaction between economic, social, and environmental factors, and a range of theories

on balancing the three to achieve a picture of sustainability that suits the learner’s unique workplace• Practicing the tools and techniques that can be used to make workplaces more sustainable, preparing the

learner to make lasting change

For whom?

This module is for all learners who want to increase their knowledge of sustainability and its impacts on workplaces.

Benefits:

This module places equal focus on broadening the learner’s understanding of sustainability as a concept and providing the learner with the tools and knowledge necessary to make concrete sustainable impacts in his/her workplace. Learners will:

• Develop a knowledge of the current legislative climate and how it affects sustainable practice• Build the skills necessary to assess their own workplace impact on sustainable practice, and make

recommendations for change• Learn how to use tools of change management to oversee sustainable change in their own workplace

Assessment:

All learners will complete written assignments based on their knowledge of sustainability as well as their assessment of and plans for their own workplace. Advanced learners will also complete a presentation of their work.



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Work-based Learning Plan

Credits: 30 Level: 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 Duration – I day, taught session

Introduction:

The learning plan will identify what the learner has already learnt and support the recognition of learning needed in relation to their work. Where appropriate, the plan will also evidence whether a claim can be made for credit for experiential learning achieved.

For who?

All employees

Benefits:

• Reflection on learning and experience to date• Create future personal development plan

Assessment:

• CV and Job description • Evidence of Training Needs Analysis• A reflective review• Personal Development plan that will identify your training and development needs



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Work-based Learning Project

Credits: 30/45/60 Level: 7

Introduction:

This module is a compulsory module if you wish to complete a Masters qualification in Professional Practice. This will involve a written proposal drawn up by the learner in consultation with tutors and their workplace. Ethical issues must be considered in this proposal in terms of the project itself, its methodology and the proposed implementation of the project.

For who?

All employees undertaking the Masters in Professional Practice

Benefits:

• Well researched project which will directly benefit your organisation • Assessment:• The assessment is based on:• Portfolio 100%• Project proposal (10%)• Workplace study (70%)• Presentation of project outcomes (20%)



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