Facilitation Strategies

Course Date
Wednesday, Aug 05, 2026 to Thursday, Aug 06, 2026
Course Time
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Delivery
Group Internet Based (virtual)
Location

Virtual

Course Fee
$900
Instructor(s)
Melissa Drexler

 

***Excellence in Leadership classes require a minimum of eight (8) participants to proceed. This ensures participants gain the full benefit of the training experience.

In the event that a class is rescheduled, we will notify participants via email automatically registering them in the next scheduled training. If the new date does not work, the participants can respond with a preferred date.

 

This class will be capped at 35. If this is reached, you can request to be put on a waitlist or sign up for the next class.  To be put on the waitlist, please email gcmd@austin.utexas.edu.


Objectives:
1. Describe and model the facilitator’s role.
2. Identify your personal challenges as a facilitator.
3. Create an agenda and recognize the importance of a sponsor interview.
4. Identify and use skillful questions to maintain engagement.
5. Utilize consensus building tools.
6. Recognize and manage dysfunctional participant behavior.
 
Program Knowledge Level:
This basic course is ideal for managers looking energize a group, keep them focused on task, and produce effective results.  

Prerequisite Education and Experience:
None

Advanced Preparation:
None

Delivery:
This Group Internet Based (virtual) training will be capped at 35 people. 

Contact Hours/TSBPA CPE Credit:
12 hours


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