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Action Learning Facilitator

Date:

Thursday 26th November 2026

Time:

09.30 – 13:00hrs

This course is also available for delivery to groups on an in-house basis.  Please contact us for further information

Description:

Are you new to action learning or looking to build confidence as a facilitator?

This practical session is designed specifically for new and aspiring action learning facilitators who want to understand the theory and immediately apply it in a supportive environment.

In this 3 ½ hour remote workshop, you will explore the core principles and components of action learning. Through a blend of theory, demonstration, and small-group practice, you will learn how to guide action learning sets that focus on reflection, insight, and accountability.

Session Outcomes

  1. Explain the core principles of action learning
  2. Facilitate an action learning set with clear structure and roles
  3. Apply questioning and reflection techniques effectively
  4. Identify and manage common facilitation challenges in action learning

Venue:

This event is delivered remotely via Zoom making use of interactive and collaborative tools

Content:

  • What is action learning? (Revans’ model, real problems, learning through action and reflection)
  • Core components: real problem, voluntary presenter, questioning insight, group reflection, facilitator
  • Explain 6 components (Marquardt): (problem, set, questioning, action commitment, learning reflection, facilitator)
  • Facilitator role: process guardian, not solution giver
  • Effective questioning: open, reflective, enabling action
  • Reflection techniques: what? so what? now what?
  • Managing challenges: dominant participants, silence, problem-focus drift

Price:

£132 plus VAT per person for member organisations
£152 plus VAT per person for non-member organisations

How to apply:

Please use the Booking form to enrol for this course.

Course Ref:  CP/25/825

Closing Date:  15 October 2026

 

Date

26 November 2026
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