CCW-Training Academy

Project Management Essentials (1/2 day)
2026-04-02 | 5-7 Museum Place, Cardiff, CF10 3BD, 5-7 Museum Place, Cardiff, CF10 3BD, United Kingdom
Project Management Essentials (1/2 day) – £75 + VAT
Introduction

This practical half day introduction course in project management essentials is ideal for professionals working within project teams, especially new project officer, manager, engineers, and technical staff stepping into leadership roles. It provides a simplified explanation of how project management principles that apply across industries, helping participants tackle challenges with confidence and clarity. Understanding essential leadership skills in assisting project managers.
Course aims
Participants will gain a foundational understanding of project management and how it differs from routine work. The course covers key concepts including:

Project initiation and stakeholder engagement
Risk management and estimating
Contracts and planning
Execution and project closure

By the end of the day, attendees will be equipped with tools to contribute effectively to any project environment.
Course outline
Through interactive sessions and practical exercises, you’ll explore how to:

Define project scope and identify stakeholders across the lifecycle
Clarify team roles and responsibilities
Apply scheduling, budgeting, and critical path analysis
Manage change while maintaining project integrity
Use risk management techniques to anticipate challenges
Embrace best practices and foster innovation
Capture and share lessons/good practices learned to drive continuous improvement

Delivery methodology

Expert-led presentations
Hands-on workshop and case study analysis
Group feedback and reflection activities

Participant benefits

A clear overview of project management tools and techniques
Practical strategies to navigate each phase of the project lifecycle
Confidence to manage complexity and contribute to project success

Who should attend
This course is designed for:

Team members involved in project delivery
Engineers and professionals transitioning into management roles
Anyone seeking to strengthen their project planning and coordination skills

Contact us either through 029 21 156 603 or email info@careerchangewales.co.uk
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Master Facilitation Skills
2026-04-13
Master Facilitation Skills
Aim/Objective

Master facilitation skills with our fantastic one day training course! This training course is designed to enhance facilitation skills for staff within various organisations. It provides practical guidance on leading meetings effectively, setting and achieving targets, and improving time management, organisation, and planning. Additionally, the course equips participants with strategies to manage team conflict and address personal challenges, fostering a more cohesive and supportive work environment.
Effective facilitation is about creating an environment for discussions to flow smoothly, without the facilitator taking an active role in the conversation. This course will equip attendees with the skills to guide meetings, foster mutual understanding, and support individuals in planning and achieving their objectives – ensuring productive and meaningful outcomes.
Master Facilitation Skills Course content

Managing effective meetings
Understanding the dynamics of a group within an organisation
Body language and effective communication skills
Tools and practical skills
Keeping emotions under control
How to control a discussion and skills to defuse arguments
Problem solving skills
How to manage a conflict
Working on a meeting agenda
How to present challenging news
Focusing on processes

Learning outcome

You will learn how to give good feedback
You will develop your managing skills

General Information
This is a 1-day course that runs from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Lunch and refreshments will be provided for you, if you have any dietary requirements, please let us know by emailing Info@CareerChangeWales.co.uk.
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Crisis Management Training
2026-04-27
Crisis Management Training

Crisis Management training is an essential component to a successful business. Crisis management is not only for large businesses and organisations, it’s vital for small, medium and micro businesses as well. You can ensure you have the preparedness, risk mitigation, effective decision making, team coordination to get through and crisis.
This course will also teach you how to manage your reputation, as well as understand the legal and ethical considerations when managing a crisis. Getting on a crisis management course is an investment into resilience and adaptability for your organisation.
Who Should Attend
This course has been created to be sat by anyone looking at getting a wider view of crisis management. This could be a CEO, manager, HR, business owners, communication staff or other staff who could be involved with crisis management – or anyone keen on enhancing their crisis management skills.
Course Contents

The definition and understanding crisis management
Risk assessments and identification
Crisis communication strategies
Crisis response planning
Psychological first aid
Legal and ethical decision making in crisis management
Post crisis evaluation and continuous development

Learning Outcomes

Understand what crisis management is, and how to conduct it
Understand how to conduct a risk assessment and identify a crisis
What crisis communication strategies are useful for your organisation
How to conduct a crisis management response plan
Understand what psychological first aid is
Recognise the legal and ethical considerations of crisis management
How to conduct a post crisis evaluation

Prerequisites of Crisis Management Training
No specific prerequisites are required for this Crisis Management Training. It is designed to accommodate professionals at various levels of experience, making it accessible to those with diverse backgrounds and roles within an organisation.
Course Format
This is a 1-day training course running from 09:30AM to 16:00PM. This course is run at our head office which is 5-7 Museum Place, Cardiff, CF10 3BD. If you do have 4 or more individuals, we may also be able to run the course at your location.
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Team Building
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-12, 2026-06-11 - 2026-06-12, 2026-07-30 - 2026-07-31, 2026-08-27 - 2026-08-28, 2026-09-17 - 2026-09-18, 2026-10-08 - 2026-10-09
Team Building

Team building can be a great way of helping both new and existing teams to work and communicate well. We design our team building to target the needs of your particular team. Our approach is to mix strategic planning with practical techniques. This improves internal team communication, co-operation and morale (We can offer bespoke training to group bookings).
Our training can be bespoke to the needs of our customers to ensure that the training is to the highest possible quality. We provide our training with various exercises and activities to ensure that everyone is able to enjoy and take away a lot from the course.
Who will benefit
Those looking to improve their team building, and relationships within their teams. Departments, teams and project groups who are working together either regularly or for a special purpose.
Learning Outcomes

Develop an understanding of each other’s roles within the team
Analyse how individual team members can become more empowered
Build a shared vision of where the team is going and what its priorities are
Understand problem solving skills (emotional intelligence, empathy, mindfulness)

Learning Content

How did we get where we are today?
Where do we want to go in the future? Priorities and roles
Building on our successes
Breaking down the barriers to success
Developing as a high performing team
Dealing effectively with change
What next? Personal and group action plans

Example Team Building Activities

Toxic waste
Fox, the chicken and the corn
Restorative justice

General Information
This is a 1-day course that runs from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know by emailing Info@CareerChangeWales.co.uk
Training Venue: 5-7 Museum Place, Cardiff, CF10 3BD.

Introduction to Project Management (1-Day Intensive)
2026-05-29
Introduction to Project Management (1-Day Intensive) – £150 + VAT
Course overview

Why would an Introduction to Project Management training course be necessary? In today’s dynamic and fast-evolving work environment, effective project management is no longer optional, it’s essential. This one-day intensive course offers a practical, engaging introduction to the principles, practices, and people-centred approaches that drive successful projects. Designed for busy professionals, it delivers a comprehensive foundation without the need for lengthy formal training, convoluted processes and steps.
Whether you’re stepping into project work for the first time or seeking to sharpen your understanding, this course equips you with the tools, terminology, and mindset to manage projects with confidence and clarity.
Aims & objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:

Understand what sets project work apart from routine operations
Explore the key principles and lifecycle of project management, and the importance of Critical Path.
Learn how to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards with the necessary tools
Gain insight into structured approaches that apply across industries and sectors including risk management
Learnt good practices, the implication of good leadership skills in managing successful project/s.

Course format
This is a hands-on, tutor-led workshop built around a relatable case study. Participants will actively explore each stage of the project management process from initiation to closure, through interactive exercises, group discussion, and practical application.
Impact for attendees
Attending this one-day Project Management training course can be a transformative experience for professionals at any stage of their career. It empowers participants with a clear, structured understanding of how projects are planned, executed, and delivered, equipping them to contribute more confidently and effectively in project environments. The course demystifies key concepts and terminology, fostering better communication and collaboration across teams. For those considering a future in project management, it lays a strong foundation for further study and career progression. For others, it enhances their ability to support project success from any role, gain more confident, making them more agile, informed, and valuable within their organisation.
Duration and General Information
1 Full Day of training, training is 09:30AM to 16:30PM.
Training takes place at 5-7 Museum Place, Cardiff, CF10 3BD, providing training in small classes to ensure quality courses. For any questions or to sign up please contact us on 029 21 156 603 or email info@careerchangewales.co.uk.
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