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Effective Minute Taking

Duration

1 day

Course Overview



Central Training's Effective Minute Taking course aims to guide staff through a step-by-step approach to producing effective minutes for meetings on a multi-level basis; local level, board level and HR disciplinary meetings. Attendees will be provided with templates to take notes effectively and help produce structured agendas. The trainer will introduce practical exercises to help build confidence and put ideas into practice.

Learning Outcomes



This course aims to equip delegates with the skills to:
  • Save valuable time and gain confidence in your role as minute taker
  • Effectively work in partnership with the chair and colleagues
  • Recognise barriers to capturing key points
  • Identify key points from discussions
  • Produce a clear and concise set of minutes

  • Methods of Delivery



    The day will involve some trainer presentations but there will be a range of participative exercises, including paired and group work, practice in note taking, giving and receiving feedback.

    • Course Content
    • Audience
    • Training Considerations
    • Certification
    • Related Courses

    Course Content

  • Different types of minutes, writing styles and their purpose
  • Setting and using an agenda
  • Listening, correct tone and professional language
  • Sorting, selecting, and summarising information effectively
  • Interjection and common concerns
  • Confidentiality and data protection
  • Target Audience

    Those wishing to improve their skills in producing effective minutes for meetings-from local up to board level-as well as HR and disciplinary meetings.

    Training Considerations

    You may want to bring a sample of minutes you have produced to review and refer to on the day.

    Certification

    Upon completion of the course, the delegates will receive a certificate of attendance.

    Related Courses

    Chairing Meetings Confidently
    Professional Communication Skills
    Written Communication
     
    Effective Minute Taking
    Duration: 1 day

    Course overview:

    Central Training's Effective Minute Taking course aims to guide staff through a step-by-step approach to producing effective minutes for meetings on a multi-level basis; local level, board level and HR disciplinary meetings. Attendees will be provided with templates to take notes effectively and help produce structured agendas. The trainer will introduce practical exercises to help build confidence and put ideas into practice.

    Learning Outcomes:

    This course aims to equip delegates with the skills to:
    · Save valuable time and gain confidence in your role as minute taker
    · Effectively work in partnership with the chair and colleagues
    · Recognise barriers to capturing key points
    · Identify key points from discussions
    · Produce a clear and concise set of minutes



    Methods of delivery:

    The day will involve some trainer presentations but there will be a range of participative exercises, including paired and group work, practice in note taking, giving and receiving feedback.



    LEARNING OBJECTIVES

    ·Different types of minutes, writing styles and their purpose
    ·Setting and using an agenda
    ·Listening, correct tone and professional language
    ·Sorting, selecting, and summarising information effectively
    ·Interjection and common concerns
    ·Confidentiality and data protection



    TARGET AUDIENCE
    Those wishing to improve their skills in producing effective minutes for meetings-from local up to board level-as well as HR and disciplinary meetings.

    TRAINING CONSIDERATIONS
    You may want to bring a sample of minutes you have produced to review and refer to on the day.

    CERTIFICATION
    Upon completion of the course, the delegates will receive a certificate of attendance.


    RELATED COURSES
    Chairing Meetings Confidently
    Professional Communication Skills
    Written Communication

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