Needs-Focused™ training courses are very effective (see feedback comments below). The Licensed Trainer Program is a three-day train-the-trainer program designed for professional trainers, educators, and consultants who are experienced in training groups of adults. Completing one of our Licensed Trainer programs enables you to provide 1 and 2 day Needs-Focused™ courses and workshops to teachers and other school staff.
Courses
Course 1:
Needs-Focused™ Classroom Management. This course can be delivered in either a 1 day (6 hour) or 2 day format.
Course 2:
Needs-Focused™ Motivation – Motivating the Unmotivated This course can be delivered in either a 1 day (6 hour) or 2 day format.
Course 3:
Needs-Focused™ Lesson Activities For Special Schools, Units and PRUs. This course can be delivered in either a ½ day (3 hour) or 1 day (6 hour) format.
(Currently Licensed trainer-training only available for Course 1) The training includes:
3-day hands-on, practical training
Background to the Needs-Focused™ philosophy for preventing and responding to behaviour problems in school
PowerPoint presentation to teach participants the Needs-Focused™ approach
Comprehensive trainer manual including presentation notes, activity instructions and briefings
Ongoing support
Regular program updates and support materials
Licensed Trainer Program Costs
Training and License Fee - £(ask)
Accommodation package - £(ask)
The accommodation package includes:
All meals and snacks
Coffee, tea and soft drinks
3 night’s hotel accommodation
Training takes place in Keswick, the heart of the English Lake District Trainer Attributes:
Participants on our courses need a trainer who can empathise with the high levels of stress and frustration associated with working with difficult and vulnerable students. For this reason we ask that anyone considering becoming a Needs-Focused™ licensed trainer has the following experience and qualifications:
Essential:
Teaching qualification (Or relevant similar qualification)
Minimum 7 years teaching, training or youth work experience
Knowledge of education system in UK (or home country)
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Desirable:
Experience in working with young people with emotional, behavioural or social difficulties
Management experience within school
Additional relevant qualifications – e.g. psychology
What educators are saying about Needs-Focused™ courses: “Very humorous – I really enjoyed it.”
“Superb! Just wish we had more time!”
“Particularly impressed by the high profile given to ‘Consistency’ – well done.”
“Loved the personal testimonies.”
“Clearly passionate course leader – inspiring and thought-provoking.”
“Easy to follow”
“Very good speaker.”
“Clearly laid out processes – built up into an excellent system.”
“Good mix of fun/serious training’
“The activities and games were so interesting!”
“Humorous and enlightening course.”
“The advice was synthesized into a complete strategy anyone can use.”
“Good sharing of personal experiences”
“Very, very effective”
“Thank you for helping see that I can easily become a better teacher and parent.”
“The car activity really drove the point home!” (Pun intended?)
“Rob I really appreciate your training and can see you really care about the kids.”
“The points made about relationship-building and the tips given to do this quickly were very useful.”
More testimonials
To find out more about becoming a Licensed Needs-Focused™ trainer please send an email to us with "Trainer Training" in the subject box.
