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	Our Methodology

Whatever the type of training, at the Professional Training Centre we follow a set of key training principles:

		RELEVANCE

		Participants become motivated and develop a positive attitude to learning when the training relates to a purpose appropriate to the participants’ needs and interests. _______________________________________________

		GROUP WORK

		Collaboration through group work has positive effects on learning, generating more discussion and allowing for purposeful learning. Group work also provides participants with valuable feedback from their colleagues. _______________________________________________

		LEARNER TRAINING

		Participants need to become autonomous. Given the appropriate level of support, each person can manage his/her own learning and set their own goals. _______________________________________________

		ACTIVITIES and MATERIALS

		Through the use of carefully selected tools and materials, and well-designed role-plays, participants can develop skills that transfer directly to the workplace. _______________________________________________

INTERACTIVE LEARNING

Interactive team activities help participants to consider new ideas and allow them to apply their developing insights in a controlled but realistic way.

Training should be fun and enjoyable because this promotes team-building, and ensures that new ideas from the course are more easily recalled back at work.