Module Two
Facilitation Expansion & Integration


What will you learn?

This module covers:
  • Discerning & framing the facilitation task: scanning contexts and diagnosing needs.
  • Variations on tools for gathering information and ideas, eg: brainstorming and beyond.
  • Variations on tools for processing information and ideas, eg: weighting, multi-voting and theming.
  • Further variations on the ToP workshop method, eg: force field and modified nominal group.
  • Integrating tools and variations in process design.
At the completion of the Module, participants will have:
  • A greater ability to develop and use questions to direct the groups focus.
  • Further skills in designing and preparing processes for group sessions.
  • A deeper appreciation of how to connect to and respond to the group.
  • Concrete proposals to apply and practice what they have learned in real-life roles and work environments.
  • A comprehensive set of course notes and worked examples.
  • Access to follow-up coaching and mentoring from experienced facilitators.
  • A certificate of attendance.

Enrol in the module

In a nutshell

Facilitation is a key approach to ensuring meaningful conversations occur amongst groups of people with different perspectives.

This Module (ToPFL802A) will help you to:
  • Develop a deeper understanding of facilitation methods and dynamics to deal effectively with diverse situations.
  • Use variations of ToP and other methods to design effective, robust programs that engage people in all stages of the facilitation process.
These ToP methods are:
  • Useful tools in facilitating group thinking, planning, problem solving and decision making.
  • Effective for engaging stakeholders in scope definition, change or risk management and project evaluation or closure.
  • Adaptable and relevant to a wide range of settings across government, industry and community sectors.

Training delivery

Interactive delivery is by highly experienced facilitators who are active in corporate, government and not-for-profit settings, and who have demonstrated skills in adult education and learning support.

Each method is demonstrated and the underlying structure examined to deepen understanding. Participants have the opportunity for hands-on practice and explore opportunities for application and further development of these methods in their everyday work environment.

This format builds competence and confidence in continuing use and development, and deepens understanding of the vital role of facilitative approaches in leading change.