Training Level: All
Description:
Applying Methods is a Level 2 course that focuses on exploring a variety of methods used in implementing public participation and engagement and considers how to design and integrate those methods into the public participation and engagement practice process. Participants will learn to select, assess and create effective elements of methods to work meaningfully with participants.
Course Objectives:
By the end of the Applying Methods course, participants will be able to:
- Identify a range of methods that can be used for various engagement purposes and processes, and strategies to select the most appropriate method/s for an engagement project/process
- Research, design and test a face-to-face and/or online method using a range of tools and resources
- Apply the four steps of designing a method to incorporate the eight key components of method design
- Develop rational and experiential aims
- Design an appropriate format
- Design questions and process
- Develop appropriate communications
- Combine methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives and test for appropriate sequencing
- Incorporate inclusivity and diversity principles
- Identify data management needs, evaluation points and measures
- Identify resources required
- Explore a variety of both face-to-face and online methods/techniques that include a nested structure of different methods (e.g. deliberative processes, Appreciative Inquiry, Open Space Technology)
- Analyze the specific engagement requirements for online and digital methods, identify and select appropriate platforms and tools to meet needs, and strategies to sequence these methods for delivery
- Identify principles for monitoring online activity
- Test the design by running elements of the method and submitting for peer review using a checklist
- Apply methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives, including using effective communication skills, and test for appropriate sequencing
- Design key messages and know how to use communication tools that build trust and integrity, and meet the needs of diverse audiences
Target Audience:
- Practitioners with some public participation and engagement practice experience who are looking to cement their knowledge and skills
Course Delivery:
In-person and hosted by Neuquinn Consulting.
Prerequisite:
Either “Fundamentals of Public Participation and Engagement (Level 1 practitioners)” or “IAP2 Way in Challenging Contexts (Level 2 practitioners)” is a prerequisite for this course.
Organization: Neuquinn Consulting
Phone: (250) 888-9418 | Email: info@neuquinn.com
Registration/More Info Link: https://www.neuquinn.com/copy-of-registration-nanaimo-iap2-ma
Online or In-Person Training: In-Person
Instructions/Location Info:
VIREB – 6374 Metral Drive
Nanaimo, British Columbia V9T 2L8
Sessions/Dates
Start Date & Time: June 2, 2025 at 8:30 AM
End Date & Time: June 3, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Free or Paid? Paid
Price: $825.
Notes:
Applying Methods is a Level 2 course that builds on the Fundamentals of P2 prerequisite and continues your journey toward meaningful, effective engagement.
To earn the IAP2 Certificate in Public Participation (P2), you’ll complete a structured learning path that provides the knowledge, tools, and confidence to lead successful engagement processes.
Your Certification Path
Step 1: Complete the Level 1 Core Course
• Fundamentals of P2 (required before taking Level 2 courses)
Step 2: Complete Both Level 2 Courses
• Designing Public Participation & Engagement
• Applying Methods
Registration/More Info Link: https://www.neuquinn.com/copy-of-registration-nanaimo-iap2-ma