CILIP | Competency frameworks

26 June 2008, London

A practical one-day workshop for participants to explore the purpose, design and implementation of competency frameworks

Benefits of attending
Participants will be able to start the process of designing and implementing a competency framework recognising when additional assistance will be required.

By the end of the course participants will be able to:

explain the purpose of a competency framework and how it 'fits' within the organisation
identify the stakeholder involvement required to design and implement the scheme
select the appropriate approach to adopt for the design of their scheme
analyse the practical considerations for the implementation of the scheme

Who should attend?
Individuals who are considering implementing a competency framework within their organisation or who would like knowledge on the subject.

Programme

Session 1: The background
The definition and purpose of a competency
The reflection of organisational values
Links to organisational processes

Session 2: The process
Desk research
Stakeholders and their involvement
Consultation and focus groups

Session 3: The approach
Core competencies
A single or tiered framework
The quantity and objectivity

Session 4: The documentation
The design
Guidelines for the end users
The links to appraisal and supervision

Session 5: The implementation
Practical considerations
The timing of the launch
Gaining agreement and buy in

Places are limited to: 16

9.15 Registration and coffee - 1.00 Lunch - 4.30 Close

Course leader: Sean Murphy

Fees
CILIP personal members: £240 plus VAT £282.00
CILIP organisation members: £290 plus VAT £340.75
Non members: £310 plus VAT £364.25

Updated: 03 July 2008