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Quality Training and Team Development that Makes a Difference . . . Just Ask Our Clients

Channel Nine has been working with the National Centre for Training and Development since 1995, developing and implementing a staff development program to address the issues of performance, leadership and change within the organisation. It has been a tremendous environment to develop new skills and behaviours and focus staff on new ways to be in the work setting, in a very non-threatening way. Mr Ric Nicholas, Station Manager CHANNEL NINE PERTH

The feedback received from the participants confirmed that the presentations were particularly relevant, informative and gave them a sense of self awareness and motivation to commit themselves to goal setting and achievement. B J H Denison, General Manager Group Accounting, WESFARMERS LIMITED

Your approach to guiding us in the direction we need to take in order to achieve our goals coupled with your flexibility and preparedeness to adapt to our changes have made working with you a pleasure Brett Mayberry, for The Project Development Team TREASURY

These courses are a very valuable part of our case management services. Many of the long-term unemployed job seekers have exhausted their own strategies and are unsure of what to do next. These courses enable them to see the possibility of using new strategies and new approaches to solve their own problems. Mr Mick Delfs, Site Manager COMMONWEALTH EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Many thanks for helping to make our convention a tremendous success. Your thoughtprovoking and informative sessions provided delegates with a range of practical ideas to take back to their practices. Heather Zubek, Professional Development Officer AUSTRALIAN SOCIETY OF CERTIFIED PRACTISING ACCOUNTANTS

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Teampower Staff Development

Table of Contents
Welcome to the National Centre for Training and Development ..............1 Our Aim .......................................................................................................2 Breadth of Programs....................................................................................3 Staff Development Seminar Series...............................................................5 Expertise.......................................................................................................6

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Welcome to The National Centre for Training and Development

The National Centre for Training and Development exists to educate and inspire people to higher levels of performance, personal development, health and self-awareness.
Since 1989, the National Centre for Training and Development has been designing and delivering corporate learning programs to enhance the performance and improve the productivity of teams, managers and leaders. In consultation with clients, the Centre has developed a range of high quality, professional development programs to equip these groups with the skills to work effectively together, respond to change productively and move organisations in the direction of their goals. These modern, effective programs serve the real needs of companies seeking to create winning teams in the 90s and beyond. Our Centre offers a range of professional services in the following broad categories: Consultancy Corporate staff development Leadership programs Team development programs Sales training Youth programs Teacher development Train-the-trainer In-house seminars, including Brian Tracy seminars Residential retreats Personal coaching Video-based training Keynote speaking

Our clients include large public companies, privately-owned businesses through to government instrumentalities. They operate in a broad range of industries including media, financial services, education, employment, construction, manufacturing and sales-oriented organisations. To enhance the performance of companies and groups in their respective environments - we view experienced educators, high quality learning programs and flexible delivery options as essential components of our service.

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Our Aim . . .
Effective learning . . . a positive approach to change . . . and people who can translate learned skills into increased performance and productivity

The National Centre for Training and Development achieves these aims through well-designed programs, dynamic trainers and new teaching methodologies, which inspire and inform people. The Centre regularly runs learning events for major companies and government groups in Australia, New Zealand and Asia and our unique and proven teaching strategies have been highly successful throughout the Asia-Pacific region including with New Zealand Maori people, Australian desert Aboriginals, Chinese children and Indonesian managers.

The Potential . . .
Unlocking the potential of your staff will increase their enthusiasm, energy, motivation and efficiency. Skills-based learning will increase their confidence, self esteem and enjoyment of their work and ultimately, provide them with the tools to become strong and effective team players.

The Benefits . . .
Skills-based learning provides significant, measurable benefits for both the organisation and employees. Our clients are advocates of the programs that we provide and reference sites are available upon request.

. . . Your Challenge
Your staff are your greatest asset. As such, the growth and success of your organisation is strongly dependent on the skills, abilities and motivation of your staff team.

Facilitation . . .
The National Centre for Training and Development uses a variety of teaching methods including personal coaching, classroom workshops, seminars, hands-on activities, residential retreats, videoassisted presentations and audio learning. With over 20 years experience, our corporate coaches have assisted thousands of participants in many countries around the world to achieve both their personal and corporate objectives.

The Opportunity . . .
Through skills-based learning, you can empower your staff with the knowledge and skills to assist the growth of your business and to ultimately increase profitability.

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Breadth of Programs

Channel Nine - Teampower

Corporate and Government Team Development

Teampower - A residential program, focusing on developing people to be more creative and effective in all areas of their work and personal lives. This program takes place in the beautiful bushland setting of Dwellingup in Western Australia. The program provides a unique opportunity for organisations to develop new resourceful approaches to achieving results. Trailblazer - A nationally accredited certificate program, facilitated over two or three days which focuses on communication, teamwork, learning and performance strategies to assist participants to achieve improved results.

Other Corporate Programs, Courses and Seminars

The Psychology of Achievement High Performance Leadership The New Psychology of Selling, Advanced Selling Superior Sales Management Superior Customer Service Programs Personal Coaching

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Teacher Training
Making Learning Fun: This skills development program for teachers and school management teams provides accelerated learning and superlearning strategies to assist teachers in motivating and inspiring students to learn faster and more effectively in the classroom.

Youth Programs
Supercamps - Separately designed for children and teenagers, these educational fun camps are coordinated by specialist Outdoor Challenge Educators. Life skill activities include communication, goal setting, breaking through learning difficulties and effective study methods and memory skills. Outdoor challenges include abseiling, bushcraft, rafting, team challenges, water activities and archery. Trailblazer for Schools - Designed to motivate students by their own vision of success in the personal, academic and social world.

Job Seeker Programs

Trailblazer - A two-day learning and life skills program used in employment placement enterprises throughout Western Australia to prepare people for rapid and effective job search. Job Success - Job seeking skills course for youth.

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Staff Development Seminar Series

Whilst also available as single presentations our seminar topics are, designed to link together as an integrated training program. The ideal session time is between 60 - 90 minutes and sessions are best suited to groups of between seven and 30 participants. The workshops/seminars are designed to be stimulating and dynamic and to give participants simple and effective strategies that can be applied directly in the work situation. Participants receive quality information and active participation is encouraged. A careful blend of theory and activities means that all learning styles are catered for. A selection of our workshop/seminar topics include: Strategic Goal Setting: Introduces five key concepts in setting effective goals and demonstrates how to stay on track. Creative Thinking and Problem Solving: Introduces the key points of effective problem solving, stimulates some personal reflection on ways of dealing with problems. Success Habits of Highly Effective People: Introduces the habits practised by effective people, explores individuals habits and looks at strategies for taking charge and becoming more effective. Delegating and Supervising: Outlines the myths that block effective delegation. Highlights strategies for effective people management. Looks at leadership styles and supervising for maximum results and teaches effective ways of motivating people. Setting Priorities and Becoming More Productive: Provides effective tools for personal management and teaches time management strategies. Creating a Peak Performance Team: Teaches the key attributes of productive teams, measures current team performance, shows strategies for improving basic teamwork strategies and skills. Managing Stress and Pressure: Looks at factors that lead to a highenergy, low-stress way of life, and strategies for dealing with stressful thinking. Dealing with Change and Moving Forward: Avoiding the Comfort Zone. Shows how to develop new skills through accelerated learning and proactive ways of dealing with change. Boost Profits through Improved Communication: Provides strategies for communication in a professional setting and looks at how communication is affected by personality styles. Personal Profiles and Operating Styles: Looks at personal working, learning and behaviour styles and outlines strategies for working harmoniously with others. Attitude is Everything: Outlines approaches for creating positive work environments, gives strategies for dealing with negativity and dealing with difficult people.

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Our Expertise

Catherine Gavigan
Catherine Gavigan is a Director of the National Centre for Training and Development, an organisation which has, for the last ten years, been at the forefront of the development of innovative training and performance programs for the corporate and government sector throughout Australasia. Catherine is an experienced speaker, educator and corporate trainer. For twenty years she has been presenting performance enhancement programs in Australia, New Zealand and Asia. Also the designer of Teampower - this highly successful staff development program is used by Corporations throughout Western Australia.

Professional Qualifications
Bachelor of Education Diploma of Teaching and Training Associate Diploma Speech and Presentation Diploma Studies in Counseling and Psychology Post Graduate Studies in Curriculum Design and Psychology

Professional Appointments
Director, The National Centre for Training and Development Sessional Lecturer, Edith Cowan University - Training and Development Department Lecturer, University of Western Australia, Management Development Institute Lecturer, CPA (Australian Society of Accountants)

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Greg Nunn
Greg Nunn is a Director of the National Centre for Training and Development. During the past fifteen years he has designed and facilitated staff development programs for government and corporate clients throughout Australia, Asia and New Zealand. A specialist in team-development strategies, Greg has developed unique training methodologies that enable teams to break through performance barriers and achieve excellent results. His Trailblazer programs have achieved National Accreditation and have been presented to thousands of corporate and government participants throughout Australia. He has lectured at several Australian universities, including the University of Southern Queensland, Edith Cowan and the University of Western Australia.

Professional Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts (English) Diploma of Teaching and Training Certified Adult Trainer

Professional Appointments
Director, National Centre for Training and Development Sessional Lecturer, Edith Cowan University Lecturer, University of Western Australia, Management Development Institute Member of the Australian College of Education