QCTO Learning and Development Facilitator (NQF 5)

SAQA SP ID: 220319 (Credits 36 NQF LVL 5)

This skills programme is made up of 3 compulsory modules. The course duration is 5 days and focuses on 3 areas, a knowledge-based module, a Practical Skill module and Workplace Module. The Skills Programme is an alternative to ETDP Unit Standards.

Course Overview

The purpose of the Skills Programme is to prepare a learner to function as a Learning and Development Facilitator.

A Learning and Development Facilitator plans, selects and adapts learning resources required for the delivery of learning interventions in an occupational context. A Learning Support Facilitator applies advanced learning skills and techniques, using relevant tools and methods to help learners study and improve their performance in different subjects/learning areas.

Course Includes:

• 5 Days: Theory and In-Class Assessments
  • 08:00 am – 16:00 pm (x3 15-minute breaks included)
• Final Examination to be held from 09:00 am – 12 am the following day
• Classes are subject to a maximum of 12 – 15 learners per facilitator

A qualified learner will be able to:

• Plan resources and logistics to ensure efficient and effective learning.
• Prepare for facilitation in alignment with adult learning principles and techniques.
• Identify and address barriers to learning during the learning intervention.
• Recognize past experience and prior learning in the facilitation process.
• Provide guidance and support to help learners define outcomes, clarify issues, manage expectations, and explore learning opportunities.
• Adapt facilitation plans and processes to meet contextual and learner dynamics.
• Facilitate active learning using appropriate methodologies suited to different contexts and learning styles.
• Conduct facilitation in an organized manner, ensuring both physical and psychosocial safety for learners.
• Continuously assess learner progress and the effectiveness of the intervention, providing timely feedback.
• Manage learner group dynamics according to contextual requirements.
• Reflect on stakeholder feedback to drive continuous personal and professional development.
• Demonstrate ethical and professional practice by adhering to organizational procedures.

Entry requirements:

• NQF level 4 with Communication
• Completed Enrolment Form
• Matric Certificate
• Certified ID Copy
• Certified Highest Qualification Certificate
• Copy of your CV

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Any person who wishes to improve their facilitation skills and plan, select and adapt learning resources that are required for the delivery of learning interventions in an occupational context.

This skills programme is made up of the following compulsory Knowledge/Theory and Practical Skill Modules:

UNIT 1: KNOWLEDGE BASED MODULE

1.1 The Statutory Learning and Development Environment

PURPOSE OF THE KNOWLEDGE MODULES

The main focus of the learning in this knowledge module is to build an understanding of the statutory environment that regulates the South African training and development environment.

The module will enable learners to demonstrate an understanding of:

• The statutory framework that governs the South African Qualification Authority
• The statutory and regulatory framework that governs the occupational skills development environment
• The statutory and regulatory framework that governs skills development funding
• National occupational skills development structures, policies and priorities

1.2 Facilitation of Learning in an Occupational Contexts

PURPOSE OF THE KNOWLEDGE MODULES

The main focus of the learning in this knowledge module is to build an understanding of the knowledge required to facilitate learning and development in a variety of occupational contexts to learners with different needs.

The module will enable learners to demonstrate an understanding of:

• Principles and models for facilitation planning and preparation
• Facilitation principles, techniques and tools
• Evaluating, reviewing and reporting on facilitation

UNIT 2: PRACTICAL SKILL MODULE

2.1 Plan the Delivery of an Occupational Learning Intervention

PURPOSE OF THE PRACTICAL SKILL MODULES

The focus of the learning in this module is on providing the learner an opportunity to gain competencies required to plan for the delivery of an occupational learning intervention.

The learner will be required to:

• Plan the delivery of a learning intervention
• Evaluate and adapt the learning resources for the delivery of the learning intervention

2.2 Facilitate Different Methodologies, Training Styles and Techniques within an Occupational Learning Context

PURPOSE OF THE PRACTICAL SKILL MODULES

The focus of the learning in this module is on providing the learner an opportunity to gain competencies related to the facilitation of adult learning within an occupational context.

The learner will be required to:

• Plan and prepare to facilitate a learning intervention
• Facilitate learning intervention
• Reflect on the effectiveness of own facilitator role

UNIT 3: WORK EXPERIENCE MODULE

3.1 Conduct Learning and Development Planning and Implementation Processes

PURPOSE OF THE WORK EXPERIENCE MODULES

The focus of the work experience is on providing the learner an opportunity to gain exposure and experience in processes required for the successful implementation of a learning and development intervention in an authentic work environment.

The learner will be required to:

• Complete an assignment in an authentic work environment on learning and development planning and implementation processes under the guidance of a subject matter expert

3.2 Facilitate an Occupational Learning Session

PURPOSE OF THE WORK EXPERIENCE MODULES

The focus of the work experience is on providing the learner an opportunity to gain exposure and experience in facilitation of a learning and development session in an authentic work environment.

The learner will be required to:

• Facilitate a contextualized learning and development session under the guidance of a subject matter expert

This Skills Programme articulates horizontally with the “Unit Standard: Facilitate learning using a variety of given methodologies 117871 & 117870 NQF Level 5 Credits 10”

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