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WHO IS IT FOR?
Availability of the Certified
ToP Facilitator (CToPF) qualification:
- provides people
in
facilitative leadership
roles
with an internationally recognised certification based on assessment of
their
competence in applying ToP methods and understandings; and
- provides employers and clients with
evidence
of a high
level of competence
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a brochure
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ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS
To be
eligible for ToP certification, a candidate:
- has
completed Modules 1-7 of the ToP Facilitative Leadership Program or
equivalent content
in other ToP training
- actively uses
ToP methods in their practice and intends to continue doing so
- is actively
pursuing the learning journey through mentoring and other assistance as
offered
- is willing to pursue
further
training and updates of ToP training; and
- is open to periodic
review to
maintain certification
Assessment
AND
CERTIFICATION
The
ToP certification process is about being certified for a level of
competency in
facilitation using ToP methods and understandings, as distinct
from being
certified for competency in facilitation more generally (such as the
Certified
Professional Facilitator or CPF assessment process offered by the
International
Association of Facilitators).
Assessment is based on evidence
gained
from variety of potential sources, including:
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Portfolio evidence provided by the
candidate, documenting on-the-job application
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Observation by ToP trainers during
training, including practice and feedback sessions
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Feedback or recommendation from a
mentor and/or clients or referees
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Direct Observation
by assessors in a real-life situation or role-play
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Candidates who are assessed as
competent
on all criteria are recognised as Certified
ToP Facilitator
(CToPF).
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underpinning values
The Criteria and Standards are:
| Clear |
Communicating to candidates and to others
what it takes to be certified
in terms of scope and standards |
| Demanding |
Requiring a high level of competency from
the ToP practitioner and indicating to others a high quality of
practice from those who are certified |
| Reasonable |
Arising directly from the ToP Facilitative
Leadership Program training and actual ToP practice of the candidate |
The Process is:
| Accessible |
Easy to understand, participate in, and
administer, without imposing prohibitive costs |
| Equitable |
Consistent, while accommodating personal
circumstances, guarding against personal biases, comparable with
ToP certification in other parts of the world |
| Positively Biased |
Actively seeking multiple evidence sources
and triangulating these for indicators that demonstrate required
competencies |
| Comprehensive |
Testing performance against a wide range of
what is expected from a highly competent ToP facilitation practitioner |
ToP
competency criteria
and standards
Suitability
for ToP certification is assessed against ToP competency criteria and
standards
which are comparable with those used in other parts of the world. |
| 1 |
Use ToP Methods effectively
Includes
both designing
& leading |
Conduct
effective Focused
Conversations
Conduct
productive
Consensus Workshops
Facilitate
ToP Strategic
Planning
Guide
Action
Planning
Demonstrate
varied
applications of ToP Methods
Demonstrate
comprehension of Underlying Dynamics
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Create a
participatory environment |
Communicate
effectively
Create
positive atmosphere
Resolve
group conflicts
Implement
plans effectively
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Evoke the creativity
of the group |
Understand
learning needs
Apply
appropriate approaches
Elicit
group creativity
Utilise
space and time
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Orchestrate quality events |
Manage
overall process
Ensure
dynamic process
Adapt
to group needs
Work
effectively with a team
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Manage positive
client relationships |
Understand
client needs
Create
appropriate designs
Communicate
client needs
Manage
projects effectively
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Model positive
Facilitative Leadership |
Evoke
depth and substance to illuminate group potential
Care
for group journey
Practice
self-assessment and self-awareness
Act
with integrity
Model
neutrality
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Produce effective results |
Apply
appropriate methods
Clearly
document results
Develop
authentic consensus
Prepare
for solid implementation
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Criteria
are summarised here. More detailed
criteria
apply, with explicit indicators and standards.
Prospective candidates need to refer to the current guide to the ToP
Certification
Process (Australasia). |
The ToP Global
Institute for Facilitative Leadership is a
Registered Training
Organisation (National Provider 52360)
We offer nationally accredited training under the
Australian Qualifications Framework, including:
52326 Vocational Graduate Diploma of Facilitative Leadership
This award is available across Australia and internationally
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The Technology of
Participation (ToP) is the property of the Institute of Cultural
Affairs. The ICA is an international
organisation concerned with the human factor in personal, community and
organisational development.
www.ICA-Australia.org
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ENQUIRIES:
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Web: |
www.ToP-GIFL.com |
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National: |
Karen Newkirk |
+61
419 577 489 |
karennewkirk@creating eternity.com.au |
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Qld: |
David Jago |
+61 410 361 769 |
GIFL@smartmeetings.com.au |
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NSW: |
Tom Schwarz |
+61 414 375 049 |
GIFL@kinnogene.com.au |
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ACT, NT, Tas: |
Mark Butz |
+61 418 417 635 |
GIFL@markbutz.com |
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Vic, SA: |
Kevin Balm |
+61 409 580 905 |
kbalm@topfacilitators.com |
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Vic |
Sue Gregory |
+61 400 569 653 |
sue@emeraldapproach.com.au |
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WA: |
Jude Balm |
+61 407 930 602 |
jude@ita.edu.au |
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New Zealand: |
Michelle
Rush |
+64 274 574 414 |
rush.m@xtra.co.nz |
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India: |
Pankaj Bhargava |
+91
982 005 6871 |
pankaj@people-builders.com
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