Personal & Professional Development QQI Level 6

Personal and Professional Development Course Outline

This comprehensive Personal and Professional Development Programme has been designed in collaboration with employers and senior management to support the ongoing growth and upskilling of employees across all sectors. It enables participants to enhance their personal effectiveness, interpersonal communication, and professional workplace competencies—helping them advance within their organisation and adapt to today’s VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) work environment.

Participants who complete this course will work toward a QQI Level 6 qualification, recognised nationally and internationally, as formal validation of their commitment to lifelong learning and professional advancement.

Delivered by experienced facilitators, this interactive training focuses on real-world application, emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and the creation of resilient, collaborative workplace relationships.

Key Module Topics

Workplace Communication & Influencing Skills

Learn to communicate clearly, assertively, and persuasively. Master techniques to influence positive behaviour, build trust, and engage effectively with colleagues and stakeholders across all levels.

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

Develop essential problem-solving and decision-making skills to navigate complexity. Challenge assumptions, ask the right questions, and adopt a growth mindset for better results.

Strategic Thinking & Planning

Understand the fundamentals of business strategy. Use proven tools to set goals, manage change, identify priorities, and align your work with organisational objectives.

Modern Teamwork & Leadership

Build strong, high-performing teams. Explore team dynamics, engagement techniques, and leadership strategies that boost productivity, morale, and goal alignment.

Workplace Stress Management

Learn to manage stress using both evidence-based neuroscience techniques and ancient wellness practices. Create a personal stress management plan that promotes resilience and wellbeing.

Reflective Practice for Growth

Use proven reflective practice models to boost self-awareness, creativity, and problem-solving. Apply this skill for continuous improvement in professional performance.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

Define and apply key principles of personal and professional development in the workplace.

Identify the core skills required to succeed in a fast-paced, VUCA environment.

Conduct a personal skills audit and identify growth opportunities.

Apply Covey’s Circle of Influence and time management strategies to professional life.

Solve complex problems using structured decision-making frameworks.

Develop contingency plans and manage change effectively within an organisation.

Set and achieve SMART goals using a structured planning model.

Understand and respond to organisational change factors: culture, communication, and leadership styles.

Differentiate between productive and unproductive conflict and apply conflict resolution strategies.

Apply the Balanced Scorecard model to align personal and team performance with organisational objectives.

Collaborate effectively in teams and practice giving/receiving constructive feedback.

Promote wellness with a personal stress management strategy.

Engage in ongoing reflective practice to support career progression and personal growth.

Certification

Participants who successfully complete this course will be awarded a QQI Level 6 Certificate, enhancing both their personal development credentials and professional advancement potential.

Delivery Format

Training is available in Virtual, In-Person, or Blended Learning formats and includes:

• Group work, case studies, and brainstorming

• Practical exercises and real-world applications

• Peer learning, facilitator feedback, and reflective journaling

Customised training solutions are also available for organisations seeking tailored professional development pathways.