This workshop gives participants an introduction to understanding how to write public policy. This course focuses on the key elements of good policy writing, the range of policy documents that are commonly used, and how to explain complex ideas in clear terms.

(previously Coaching Skills for Leaders)

Coaching is such an effective skill when working with staff. It’s more than just management; it is working to bring out the best of your key people, while working with them on improvements to their performance.

How can you grow your confidence in the workplace? In this course, you will develop a number of strategies to build your confidence and overcome whatever challenges you may be facing in the workplace and beyond. You will uncover the hidden truth behind perceived confidence and learn how to identify and take action on the areas you need to develop to take your confidence further.

(previously Cultural Diversity and Awareness for Public Sector)

Grow your understanding and awareness of the Indigenous Community in South Australia. You will build a depth of understanding for the spiritual relationship Indigenous Peoples hold to their land and how you can work empathetically and effectively with these groups. Cultural awareness is vital for all SA public sector employees and this training presents a valuable opportunity to learn from an experienced facilitator with first-hand knowledge.

Communication is a key to engagement in the world of 2024 and beyond, and a lifeblood to any government initiatives, programs or campaigns. Audiences respond to targeted communication delivered in easy-to-understand language, highlighting the benefits to them. Explore the tools and strategies you can use to transform your online communications.

Effective communication in the 21st century requires a strong understanding of both your audience and the best practice tools for crafting engaging and persuasive content. Government communication takes time and energy to produce, and its biggest challenge can often be holding and then keeping that attention. Learn the written techniques for engaging your intended audience.

Effective communication in the 21st century requires a strong understanding of both your audience and the best practice tools for crafting engaging and persuasive content. This course will give you the tools to create strategies for your project or program communications that will have maximum engagement and impact.

Explore in-depth the tools and strategies you can use to transform your communications in government to have maximum engagement and impact. Whether you communicate internally, or externally this course will help save time and stress in producing content that will get you the greatest returns.

Are you a decision-maker? Improve your ability to apply critical thinking and problem solving to achieve goals and find clever solutions. This course will help you hone your agile critical thinking skills to size up situations, realise potential where others may not, and seize new opportunities.

This course is ideal if you are applying for a role within the South Australian Public Sector. Here you will gain the skills needed to ace your next job interview and excel in the job application process. You will learn how to address job-specific criteria in your interview and application. In addition, you will explore how to prepare for job interviews and how to present yourself confidently. By the end of this course you will walk away confident in your ability to handle whatever the job application process throws at you.