What are the most effective ways to certify and accredit your team workshop facilitation skills?

3 What are some examples?

When looking for certification or accreditation programs for team workshop facilitators, you can find them offered by professional associations, training providers, and academic institutions. Professional associations usually base their programs on core competencies or standards of practice. Training providers base their programs on the completion of a certain number of hours or modules of training, and the demonstration of the skills or methods learned. Academic institutions typically require the completion of a certain number of credits or units of study, as well as the assessment of the academic knowledge and skills acquired. For example, The International Association of Facilitators (IAF) offers the Certified Professional Facilitator (CPF) designation based on six core competencies of facilitation. The Grove Consultants International offers the Graphic Facilitation Workshop Certificate based on the completion of a three-day workshop and the submission of a portfolio. The University of Technology Sydney offers a Graduate Certificate in Facilitation and Conflict Resolution based on four subjects and assessment of learning outcomes and competencies.

4 How to prepare for a program?

When selecting a certification or accreditation program that fits your needs and ambitions, it is important to prepare yourself. Depending on the type and level of the program, you may need to review the requirements and criteria to ensure you meet them or can meet them in the allotted time frame. Additionally, you should gather evidence of facilitation experience and skills, such as portfolios, testimonials, references, or case studies. Furthermore, it is beneficial to study and practice the facilitation competencies, standards, methods, or tools that are relevant to the program. Moreover, it is wise to seek feedback and coaching from other facilitators, mentors, or peers who have completed the program or are familiar with it. Lastly, plan and budget your time, money, and resources for the program while anticipating any potential challenges or risks that may arise.

5 How to benefit from a program?

After you have completed a certification or accreditation program, you need to make the most of it for your personal and professional growth. Depending on the type and level of the program, you may need to update your resume, profile, website, or portfolio with your certification or accreditation credential, logo, or badge. It is also important to promote your certification or accreditation to existing and potential clients, employers, or partners and highlight how it adds value to your facilitation services or products. Additionally, you should maintain your certification or accreditation by fulfilling any continuing education or renewal requirements such as fees, hours, or courses. Furthermore, joining or engaging with the community of practice or network of facilitators who share your certification or accreditation can help you exchange ideas, insights, or opportunities. Finally, seeking further certification or accreditation can complement or advance your facilitation skills and career.