Maximising Interpersonal Relationships: FIRO Element B (European English Edition, 2003) Accreditation

Workshop overview
This workshop will introduce FIRO theory and explain Schutz’s Human Element methodology. It will also lead to accreditation in the new 2003 European English Edition of FIRO Element B, the tool that looks at the behaviour level of the Human Element model. FIRO Element B is a revised and expanded version of the well known FIRO B™ and JCA hold the exclusive distribution rights to the 2003 European English version. Participants will be equipped with the skills, knowledge, and attitudes to apply the instrument in coaching and team development.

The workshop will involve the participants in learning about FIRO theory in a very experiential way. There will be interactive group sessions to involve participants in really thinking deeply about the elements involved in behaviour and their personal preferences. In addition, there will be some theory and an introduction to the methodology. Participants should be aware that there will be both pre- and post-course work to complete. Before the workshop we ask that participants complete FIRO Element B online, which will take between 20 and 30 minutes. After the workshop, if participants wish to become accredited in FIRO Element B, there is a portfolio of evidence to complete. This involves answering questions on the tool and practicing feeding back FIRO Element B results.

Aims of the workshop

• To give participants an overview of FIRO theory and specific knowledge of FIRO Element B.
• Participants will become proficient in the application of FIRO Element B to organisational settings for both individuals and teams.

Projected outcomes and benefits of attending
On completion of the workshop and a portfolio of evidence, participants will become qualified to use the latest, most up-to-date version of FIRO Element B (European English Edition). Successful participants will then be registered to purchase materials from JCA (Occupational Psychologists) Ltd.

Psychological theory underpinning the workshop
The underpinning theory of FIRO Element B is FIRO theory (Schutz, 1958) created by Will Schutz. It states that there are three interpersonal need areas: inclusion, control and openness, which dictate interpersonal behaviour. Using these three areas it is theoretically possible to predict the success of interpersonal relationships.

Pre/post work required
Before the workshop we ask that participants complete FIRO Element B online, which will take 20-30 minutes. On completion of an additional core study portfolio participants will become registered users of FIRO Element B with JCA (Occupational Psychologists) Ltd, sole distributors of the latest version of FIRO Element B (European English Edition, 2003) developed in conjunction with BCon WSA. The portfolio will consist of worksheets and two written reports on FIRO Element B profiles, which should take participants approximately three hours to complete.

Date and venue
17 April 2008, 09.30 - 17.00.
The British Psychological Society, 30 Tabernacle Street, London, EC2A 4UE.
24 July 2008, 9.30 - 17.00.
Manchester Conference Centre, Sackville Street, Manchester, M1 3BB

Facilitators details
John Cooper is Managing Director and founder of JCA (Occupational Psychologists) Ltd who specialise in executive coaching and pride themselves on their range of new generation psychometrics. John worked closely with Will Schutz before his death in 2002 and JCA still enjoy a partnership with BCon WSA, global owner of FIRO Human Element©. In 2003, John was involved in the creation of the latest version of the world renowned FIRO Element B™. JCA are the sole distributor of this 2003 European English version.

Sarah Speers joined JCA in 1997 after her Psychology degree and has been a consultant since 1998. She has achieved Level B Full competence in Occupational Testing, is a Human Element Phase I graduate and is currently working towards chartership as a Practitioner-in-Training, completing her MSc at Birkbeck University. Specialising in psychometric testing, Sarah has worked with a variety of clients in the areas of assessment and development. At JCA she is Head of Products and Training, managing the team and ensuring a high quality provision of psychometric services to clients. Sarah is the main trainer at JCA delivering the majority of training courses. She is also involved in the development and running of Assessment Centres and coaching and development work. Sarah is a visiting lecturer at the University of Gloucestershire on the Occupational Psychology undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

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