Description

Understanding how to manage an individual development in a workplace

It's important to keep in mind that you won't become an expert overnight; success takes time and effort. To stay competitive in the workplace, continual learning is a must. Taking advantage of available professional development opportunities as you grow in your career can help ensure continued success. Progress in all areas of the professional world is constantly happening, so it's essential for everyone - from beginners to seasoned professionals - to continuously better their skills and knowledge. Doing so can give individuals a distinct advantage over the competition for their desired job or position. Technology and best practices are always advancing and changing, making upskilling incredibly important today.

Continuing education and professional development are critical activities that help professionals stay on top of the latest trends and improve their skillsets. It is often a prerequisite to maintaining a job or a certification, and many fields have specific requirements for continuing professional education (CPE) or continuing education (CE). Additionally, seeking out voluntary growth opportunities serves as an additional way for professionals to stay competitive in their field. Making sure that CEs are completed through accredited providers can also be vital; this will ensure that knowledge is up-to-
date and relevant, giving professionals the edge they need in order to stay successful.

Professional development is an essential component of any successful career. Investing in yourself gives you the chance to build your skill set, learn new things, and stay current in your field - all of which adds value not only to you as an individual, but also to your employer. Below are a few of the concrete benefits associated with professional development and training:

     -   Improved job performance and promotion potential.
     -   Increased confidence, knowledge base and motivation.
     -   Enhanced problem solving skills and critical thinking abilities.
     -   Expanded interpersonal communication skills.

About this course

•  Training Provider: OHS.com.au
• Location: Online
•  Course length: Varies average 20 minutes
•  Time: Self-paced
•  Certification / Accreditation: Certificate of Completion

Background – Benefits of Professional Development
Regularly engaging in professional development and continual learning can create many positive opportunities for professionals, depending on their career objectives. By investing time and effort into these activities, professionals can gain the skills and knowledge required to reach their goals.

1 – Knowledge reinforcement - Professional development gives individuals the opportunity to broaden their understanding of the field and reinforce their knowledge. Those who proactively pursue such learning opportunities can reap the most rewards. Continuing education can also open up fresh perspectives, allowing both newer and more experienced professionals to stay up to date on the latest trends and developments.

2 – Increase in confidence and credibility - Professional development is a key factor in the increase of confidence and credibility. By expanding their knowledge and expertise through professional development, professionals are more assured in the quality of their work. Professional development courses, continuing education, and training initiatives provide professionals with the chance to cultivate confidence and credibility while they gain new abilities and certifications.

3 – Networking - Professional development offers an avenue for networking. Through attending seminars, conferences, and other events related to their industry, professionals can gain invaluable connections that may open doors to future prospects. As an individual looks to reshape their career or take the next step in growth, having a well-established network of professionals to turn to can be tremendously beneficial.

4 – Stay updated - Through professional development, professionals can stay on top of the most current trends in their industry. By taking advantage of continuing education and learning opportunities, professionals can stay informed of the most recent advancements in their field, develop new skills, and increase their understanding of various technologies. It is crucial that professionals remain abreast of the changes occurring in their industry to ensure their success.

Course Outline
OHS’s Manage Individuals development in a workplace training course equips project managers with the latest tools and techniques to manage projects efficiently in a post-covid environment, where resources are scarce and stakeholders have various expectations. This training course provides the opportunity to hone leadership skills and strengthen project governance and planning. The course explores techniques to effectively manage project scope, changes, and build teams for successful project implementation.

Learning Outcome
    -   To use sophisticated tools and techniques to effectively lead projects.
    -   To be able to respond to a project brief from sponsor and develop the scope                                 accordingly.
    -   To initiate project with a detailed list of deliverables, constraints, quality                                           requirements and outcomes.
    -   To accurately estimate necessary time, costs and resources that will go into this                           more complex project as part of your plan.
    -    Managing individuals across teams and handling discrepancies in time schedules                      or budgets caused by change.
    -    To proactively conduct risk management activities and direct all communication                        between the team members involved.
    -    To evaluate project outcomes once complete and identify any opportunities for
          improvement in the future.