This comprehensive one-day course equips professionals with the advanced skills to facilitate and participate in Action Learning Sets (ALS). Delegates will master the L = P + Q formula, learn to formulate robust problem statements, challenge deep-seated assumptions, and facilitate structured sessions that drive concrete action without relying on expert advice.
Are you tired of giving advice that never sticks? Stop solving problems for others and start empowering them to find their own answers. This one day Action Learning Sets course transforms how your team tackles challenges. You will gain the confidence to facilitate powerful sessions where real change happens. Learn to ask the right questions that unlock deep insights and drive concrete action. Whether you join our open course, bring a closed group, or opt for one to one coaching, the results are the same. Your team will move beyond traditional problem solving to master the art of inquiry. Plus, you earn six CPD hours towards your professional development. Imagine a workplace where everyone takes ownership of their growth. That is the power of Action Learning. To find out more, contact us at lets talk at e q v dot co dot uk.
Counts towards 6 CPD Hours1 Day9:00 - 5:00 for GroupsOpen Public & Closed Group
Please reflect on one or more of the questions below and come prepared to discuss your responses during the session.
Self-Assessment: On a scale of 1–10, how would you rate your current skill level in this subject? What factors influenced your rating?
Development Focus: Identify one specific behaviour, skill, or capability you would like to improve or develop further.
Relevant Examples: If possible, bring one or two relevant examples or scenarios from your experience that you would be willing to share with the group.
What You Will Learn
Explain the core principles of Action Learning and the L = P + Q formula
Differentiate between Action Learning, coaching, and traditional problem-solving
Formulate a clear, actionable problem statement suitable for a set
Demonstrate the ability to ask open, inquiry-based questions rather than advice
Identify and challenge underlying assumptions using the Ladder of Inference
Establish and maintain effective ground rules for confidentiality and safety
Facilitate a structured problem-solving session that leads to concrete action
Manage group dynamics, including dominant voices and emotional resistance
Your Post-Course Challenge
Within 30 days, convene a small Action Learning Set with colleagues to solve a real problem.
Apply the 'Question-Only' rule for at least 10 minutes of the session.
Reflect on how the group's approach to the problem changed after challenging assumptions.
Counts Towards 6 CPD Hours
This course contributes 6 hours of Continuing Professional Development. Delegates can log these hours as evidence of structured learning for professional bodies and employers.
This comprehensive course is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their problem-solving capabilities by moving beyond traditional advice-giving towards a more collaborative and inquiry-based approach. Whether you are looking to lead high-performing teams, support individual development, or simply refine your own critical thinking skills, this training provides the essential toolkit to facilitate meaningful change and drive concrete action within your organisation.
This course is ideal for:
Team Leaders and Managers who wish to empower their staff to solve complex challenges independently rather than relying on top-down directives.
HR Professionals and L&D Specialists aiming to introduce a powerful, cost-effective method for leadership development and peer support within the workplace.
Internal and External Coaches seeking to broaden their facilitation repertoire by integrating structured group problem-solving techniques into their practice.
Project Managers who need to navigate stakeholder dynamics and resolve persistent obstacles by challenging underlying assumptions and fostering collective ownership.
Change Agents working in complex environments who require robust methods to build consensus and maintain momentum during periods of organisational transformation.
Consultants looking to equip clients with sustainable skills for self-reliance rather than creating long-term dependency on external expertise.
Any Professional eager to develop the confidence to ask the right questions, listen deeply, and facilitate sessions that result in tangible outcomes.
No prior experience needed
This course is fully accessible to individuals at any stage of their career, from those entirely new to facilitation concepts to seasoned practitioners looking to formalise their skills. You do not need to have previously facilitated a group or possess a background in psychology to benefit; we provide a supportive environment where you can learn the core principles and practice them safely. The content is structured to be inclusive, ensuring that every delegate, regardless of their starting point, can engage meaningfully with the material.
What you will take away
Upon completion, delegates will leave with a clear understanding of how to structure and lead effective problem-solving sessions that generate real-world results. You will gain the confidence to guide groups through difficult conversations, the ability to formulate precise problem statements that drive action, and the practical skills to maintain a safe, confidential space for honest inquiry. Ultimately, you will possess a transferable methodology for fostering collaboration and innovation that you can immediately apply to your own professional context.
For Groups & Teams
We can deliver this training session in several ways to suit your organisation’s needs:
Open Public Course
Join delegates from other organisations on a scheduled date
Closed Group
Exclusively for your team, using your real scenarios
In Person
Face-to-face at your premises or a venue of your choice
Virtual
Live, interactive online delivery via Teams or Zoom
One-to-One Coaching
Personalised sessions tailored entirely to you
Have two or more people to train?
You may want to consider a closed group course. Benefits include:
Cost effective for teams
Choose a date to suit you
Customise content and timings
No minimum delegate numbers
Uses your real-world scenarios
Builds shared language in your team
Contact us on [email protected] to discuss specific dates and delivery requirements.
How Our Tutor-Led Courses Are Delivered
Before the day
Delegates are given pre-work to complete before attending. This ensures everyone arrives with relevant context and real scenarios from their own experience, so learning is immediately relevant and actionable from the first minute.
On the day
Our sessions are participative and highly interactive. We don’t do “death by PowerPoint” — instead, the day includes a variety of engaging activities throughout:
Real-world casework using your scenarios
Practical hands-on exercises
Real Play (not role play) simulations
Peer learning and group discussion
Case studies and scenario work
Facilitated discussion and structured reflection
What you leave with
Participants leave with:
Practical tools — frameworks and models you can use straight away
Clear action plans — specific next steps tailored to your role
Greater confidence — built through intensive, realistic practice
Skills you can apply immediately — not theory, but techniques tested during the day
After the day
Post-session measurements and a 30-day challenge ensure that learning is embedded and behaviour change is sustained.
Key Features
Course Duration is 1/2 Days - Priced per group of up to 6 delegates
Engaging tutor led event
Comprehensive course materials
Certificates of attendance
Access to Customer Portal (course bookers)
Course Guarantee
Priced per person for open public course
£695.00 Plus VAT
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