27 July, 2008

What's on Where:
A list of activities around
RAF Learning Centres.

A Guide to UK School
Leaving, Further & Higher
Education, and Overseas Qualifications Relevant to Service in the RAF

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!!NEW!!

TED Staff Message Forum 

  

Within the site are pages explaining how to plan your development using your Personal Development Record (PDR), how to choose a course, what is available by way of practical and financial support from the RAF, and lots of links to useful sites connected with your learning, personal development and resettlement.

This site is currently being updated. All PLAs are to go to:

www.raf.mod.uk/raflearningforces to access the Staffroom and the Forum

The New Numbers for DCSA Helpdesk:

Mil 96600 8910

Civilian 0870 6008910

You will be welcomed by a voice mail system. When asked for system say "Ensleigh"

The RAF Accreditation Team - New Contact Details NEW

The RAF Accreditation Team have now moved to RAF Cranwell and can be contacted on the following:

Telephone Numbers (Tel: 95751)

SO2 Accred - Ext 6510

SO3 Accred - Ext 8182

ULO Ext - Ext 6888

USCP Co-Ord - Ext 8179

Accred Spt - Ext 8183

Adult Learners Week

Click Here for Information

City & Guilds Senior Awards in Leadership & Management in the RAF - Price Increase

The City & Guilds Senior Awards are distinguished awards which are recognised in both civilian and military worlds. Working with City & Guilds we are now able to accredit military professional development with Senior Awards in Leadership and Management at three levels. The price for each of the levels is increasing from 01 Oct 07 all submissions after this date will be charged at the increased price. Click here for further information.

Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector

RAF Wyton Learning Centre has the opportunity to host the NEW teacher training course – PTLLS - also known as C&G 7303 or 7304.  Huntingdon Regional College will deliver PTLLS at Level 4, which is seen as the more valuable qualification.  This is the introduction to teaching in the life long learning sector, and will be studied over a 10-week period.  The 3 hr lessons will take place on Monday afternoons and we will need a minimum of 15 students to make the course viable.  Click here for more information.

Chartered Management Institute - RAF Fast Track Membership Arrangements

The Chartered Management Institute (www.managers.org.uk) is the only chartered professional body that is dedicated to management and leadership.  The RAF has made arrangements that enable both Regular and Reserve personnel, including those who have retired, to gain fast-track membership at a reduced cost.  Membership is available at various grades depending upon your rank and time in Service; details are available be following this link.

Institute of Leadership & Management - RAF Corporate Membership Scheme (Revised 23 Mar 07)

The Royal Air Force has recently become a corporate member of the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM). ILM is the largest awarding body for management and leadership qualifications with over 75,000 registrations each year. It is also a leading professional body offering personal and professional development opportunities to around 20,000 managers at all stages of their career.

Find out more.

RAF Degree Consortium - Start a Degree in Leadership and Management or Business

• Enhance you promotion prospects;
• Boost your personal development;
• Qualify for an Accelerated Incremental Progression;

Click here for Details of the Scheme

RAF Foundation Degrees in Business and Leadership & Management
Presentation by Staffordshire University 25th June RAF Wyton, N Block 10.30 - 12.00

If you are considering undertaking a study subject at University level, why not look at this great opportunity for both service and civilian staff?

 Staffordshire University are currently tutoring their first group at RAF Wyton and have had more interest suggesting the viability of a second course. See attachment for detailed information.

Please contact Lindy Malone PLA/LCM Bra & Wyt on 95331 7655 or 95371 7749 to register interest.  You do not have to commit to anything on the day, it is purely a presentation to explain the qualification and how to achieve it.

SLC and ELC funding for service personnel is relevant, civilian staff should consult their training officer for funding if required.

Personnel at RAF Brampton and RAF Wyton. Find out more.

Financial Assistance from the Open University

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PRINCE 2 Training Course Dates

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