Postgraduate Certificate in Action Learning Facilitation

Who is this course for?

This course combines the rigour of postgraduate study with the transformative power of Action Learning (AL). Delivered in partnership with York St John University and Value Improvement Projects Limited (VIPL), it is designed for reflective practitioners who are ready to:

• Facilitate change in complex organisational environments
• Build confidence through practical facilitation techniques
• Drive personal growth and resilience

What will I learn?

Through this course you will gain:

• Greater confidence in navigating complexity and change
• A recognised Level 7 UK qualification with immediate workplace relevance
• Renewed clarity on your leadership purpose
• The ability to design and lead Action Learning Sets that deliver real impact
• A more resilient, reflective and future-ready version of yourself

How will I learn?

You will learn through:

• Action Learning Sets
• Personalised DISC psychometric assessment
• 1:1 Coaching
• Reflective journal development
• A final assessment to demonstrate growth and impact

Modules

Action Learning Question (40 credits | Compulsory)

This module is delivered by VIPL, and focuses on the real world application of Action Learning (AL) methodology.

Self as an Instrument of Change (20 credits | Compulsory)

On this module you will learn about coaching, psychometrics, and reflective practice for deep personal insight.

Dr Richard Hale

Richard is an action learning thought leader and practitioner. His career has included HR, learning and development roles in the engineering sector with GEC Marconi Avionics, and broadcasting with BSkyB. He is a doctoral supervisor on the Ashridge Hult Executive Doctorate in Organisational Change.

He is also an external Examiner at the Irish Management Institute, on their Management Practice MSc. He is a qualified Higher Education tutor, Fellow of CIPD, and has a Master's in Work Based Learning. He has carried out doctoral research into the dynamics of learning relationships. Richard is also the creator of the Action Learning Question methodology, as developed and applied internationally with business and public service sectors since 2000.

His consulting and leadership development career spans 30 years in UK, Europe, Africa, Australia and USA. He is the author of several books and articles in the field of action learning, leadership and personal skills.

Dr Alex Morgan

Alex is an executive coach, accredited Action Learning Facilitator, Action Researcher, and Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development. Her Master's degree and doctorate were completed using Action Learning and Action Research methodologies. Her research has focused on inclusion and belonging in international teams, an interest fuelled by running a language and intercultural training school. She was introduced to Action Learning while working in the NHS, and has delivered the Action Learning Facilitator Accreditation programme to the early years education and care sector.