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My own professional training enables me to make use of psychological resources such as cognitive-behavioural techniques, personality profiling and Transactional Analysis as well as skills teaching in my work. I have been privileged to work with some of the leading personal development trainers in the world and I regularly extend my skills with research and training. My qualifications include: Degrees in Psychology and English Certificate in Training and Development from the the ITD (now the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) Diplomas in Coaching and Mentoring at levels 5 (Management) and 7 (Executive) from the Institute of Leadership and Management National Open College Certificate in Designing and Writing E-Learning Content. Certificates for three years of training in Transactional Analysis Primary Certificate in Occupational and Organisational Stress Management I am licensed to provide profiling in the Myers Briggs Personality Type Indicator for individuals and teams. Before moving into training I spent 15 years in educational publishing, where I rose through the ranks to become a manager responsible for planning and producing a publishing programme to a projected turnover. I therefore have experience of managing others and of setting and working to budgets and business plans. My work involved dealing with a wide variety of people and required good interpersonal skills. Writing and editing of training/educational materials/e-learning Alongside my training and coaching, I write and edit training and educational materials including e-learning (see also my E-learning page). I use my experience in educational publishing with my training skills and professional training in e-learning, and can also combine these to produce blended learning programmes. My professional memberships: Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, Institute of Training and Occupational Learning, British Psychological Society, Association for Coaching, Institute of Developmental Transactional Analysis Comments about me from participants on my courses:
Testimonials from clients "Valerie designed and ran an excellent workshop on team working for my department at the Open University. Her careful research, consultation and preparation, together with skilful facilitation, meant that the day was very well-received. The activities Valerie put together were thought-provoking and specifically suited to our own needs. I am sure our working practices will be enhanced as a result."
“Valerie's work has a depth and insight based on careful research and thought. She is not afraid to challenge assertively and earns respect for this. The words integrity, quality and challenge come to mind. She also has a realistic awareness of organisational needs when working at a personal level with individuals which I find helpful. “
The courses outlined on these pages were developed to meet client needs and I am happy to tailor new courses. Recommendations from previous users are available for all courses. Clients range from local government and NHS trusts to some of Britain's largest publishers, manufacturing companies and retailers. (Click here for a list of clients.)
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