Building Habits That Matter Program (BHTM)
This is an Apprentices Soft Skills Program
Program Overview
The ‘Building Habits That Matter’ (BHTM) Program is an exciting opportunity for Apprentices to enhance their interpersonal skills to turbo charge their careers.
The objective of the BHTM Program is to provide Apprentices with key skills that are often overlooked during the early stages of their apprenticeship.
Areas covered include:
- Being mentally ready for the job site
- Being a good communicator
- Understanding basic problem solving methods
- Presenting with a positive attitude
- Having strong personal values and respecting others
- Learning how to adapt
- Understanding their own emotions and building resilience
What is Unique about BHTM?
The BHTM Program has been created for industry by industry. Future Institute, a Registered Training Organisation, in Partnership with Blanc Homes, are passionate about developing the next generation of tradesmen and women and have analysed the key challenges that Apprentices face in the early years of their career.
In addition, Future Institute and Blanc Homes obtained essential feedback from industry leaders to identify the key outcomes that would benefit the participants and employers as a result of this program.
Regardless of what industry your apprentices work in, this program will assist in enhancing performance and influencing positive behaviours.
Program Topics
The Building Habits That Matter (BHTM) Program is broken down into six (6) topics which can be delivered over three (3) full day face to face workshops. The recommended program duration is 3-4 months to allow practical application of the new skills and knowledge. The program includes eLearning modules and practical workplace applications for each topic.
Topic 1: Emotional Intelligence (EQ)
Key components covered:
- BHTM Value – Desire
- Emotions – The Underlying Influencer on thinking, behaviour, decision making and overall performance
- Overview of Emotional Intelligence (EQ)
- Stress curve bell, stress indicators and stress management strategies
- Activities on stress management, self-regulation and emotional triggers
- Adaptability strategies
Topic 2: Interacting with Others
Key components covered:
- BHTM Value – Relationships
- The why and how of building relationships
- Rules of communication
- Communication styles
- The 6 Ws of good, planned communication
- Working with diverse people
Topic 3: Understanding Your Role and Organisational Requirements
Key components covered:
- BHTM Value – Belief
- Company values, personal values and behaviours
- Contributing to a safe workplace
- Bullying in the workplace
- Circle of concern vs circle of control
Topic 4: Finding your Balance
Key components covered:
- BHTM – Attitude
- Presenting with a positive attitude
- Fixed vs Growth Mindset
- Being open to constructive feedback
- Seeking assistance
- Work / life balance
- 7 steps to forming a new habit
Topic 5: Achieve your Work Goals
Key components covered:
- BHTM Value – Discipline
- Focusing on the wrong tasks
- Organisational goals
- Understanding workplace goals, team goals and personal work goals
- How to prioritise tasks
- Setting a workplace plan
Topic 6: Getting it Right!
Key components covered:
- BHTM Value – Determination
- Responding to queries effectively
- Presenting information and responding to others
- Resolving conflict in the workplace
- 5 Step Problem-Solving Process
- The Fishbone Problem Solving Technique
- Fishbone and Five Why’s techniques
Delivery Model
Future Institute have designed the BHTM Program to be conducive to the busy workload of an Apprentice. Completing eLearning (underpinning knowledge) prior to each workshop ensures that the workshops remain interactive and relevant to the workplace.
Induction
There will be a 2 hour induction prior to the commencement of the program to ensure participants are fully prepared. This will include a demonstration on how to use the eLearning, understanding expectations and meeting fellow participants.
Interactive eLearning (Optional)
Online eLearning modules are provided for each topic prior to the workshops. Each module is carefully designed to provide an interactive experience and outline essential knowledge to assist in the effectiveness of the workshops. Each module is no longer than 30-45 minutes, depending on the participant.
Face to Face Workshops
A total of three (3) full day workshops will be conducted over a 3-4 month period. The workshops can be delivered at Future Institute’s training facility or delivered at your organisation or worksite with appropriate training facilities.
Workplace Application
At the end of each workshop, participants will be required to complete workplace tasks to apply their learning. This application will be tailored to the workplace using real workplace projects and scenarios. Our team will work closely with your organisation to identify accountability options.
Pricing
Cost of the program
$14,985 (plus GST) per program
maximum 15 participants.
Optional eLearning – $59 + GST per person (includes 3 Modules)
Funding (Save up to 70%)
This course is approved for CTF funding for the Building and Construction Industry. The CTF provides funding support for training of eligible workers in the construction industry. We acknowledge the support of the CTF in reducing the costs of training for eligible workers.
Future Institute is not a bulk biller, and claims will need to be made directly to the CTF after the course is completed.
Want more Information?
Contact us today to discuss how we can customise this program to meet the needs of your apprentices by aligning it to your organisations values, behaviours and workplace scenarios.
1300 329 300 or email, info@futureinstitute.edu.au
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