Professional Development

	Courses and Workshops Scheduled courses to support academic and general staff in their career paths take the form of facilitated workshops and discussion forums. Courses are offered in the following areas: Meeting Skills Administration Skills Presentation Skills Communication Skills Managing Your Career Time and Workload Management Courses for Technical Staff Programs for Women
	Online Courses This page offers links to self-directed learning material offered by the Staff Development and Training Unit
	Training Needs Analysis A comprehensive resource for Supervisors/Managers to determine what training may be needed to improve a staff members job performance.
	Resources The Unit has developed an extensive Resource Collection with over 1 000 items including books, journals, videos and computer tutorials which can be borrowed by staff from the Central library. You can browse through the collection online via the Voyager search facility. Women's Stories A online collection of stories of successful women at Flinders who occupy senior positions.The Website is accessible at http://www.flinders.edu.au/staffdev/womenstories Taking Control of Your Career These page offers a series of web links that might assist you in your career path planning. Career Testing Center - Dr. Robert F. Sarmiento Do you want some professional career planning advice from a registered psychologist? Get a free consultation online. http://www.cyberpsych.com/career_testing.html Mindtools Extremely useful information about goal setting for your career and life. Tips on 'Planning to live life your way'. http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newHTE_06.htm Career Resources Your ultimate resource to develop your career. Job search tips, career advice, training, the latest research in your industry and tools to help develop your skills. http://www.seek.com.au/career-resources/
	Funding In addition to the range of courses available through the Unit we offer a number of schemes to encourage general staff to undertake development opportunities.
	Need a customised service? If a need has been identified in your area, it is possible to arrange an area-specific course. The following form acts as an initial contact to arrange for a consultation.