PSYCHOLOGY OF TRAINING AND ORIENTATION 2

Knowledge and understanding (DD1). Theoretical knowledge of the main psychological models of career guidance (updated to the 21st century) and training. Ability to apply knowledge and understanding (DD2). Use career guidance and training tools and methodologies in different contexts (individual, group, organizational); design training and career guidance programs. Independent judgment (DD3). Critically analyze training and career guidance needs and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions. Communication skills (DD4). Clearly communicate complex concepts related to career guidance and training psychology and use inclusive language. Learning skills (DD5). Critical sensitivity to changes in the workplace and contemporary global challenges.

The program will be structured by analyzing and exploring the following areas:

1) learning and training in organizations, particularly analyzing the acquisition and development of professional skills;

2) the training process, needs analysis, organizational learning and training;

3) 21st-century orientation: career construction, life design, career adaptability, sustainability, and social inclusion;

4) personnel selection.

Contribution of education to the goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development:

GOAL 4: QUALITY EDUCATION

Target 4.4: By 2030, substantially increase the number of youth and adults with the skills needed, including technical and vocational skills, for employment, decent work, and entrepreneurship.

Target 4.7: By 2030, ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development through, among other things, education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, the promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship, and the valorization of cultural diversity and culture's contribution to sustainable development.

Method: Lecture, case studies, practical exercises.

GOAL 5: GENDER EQUALITY

Target 5.1: End all forms of discrimination against all women and girls everywhere.

Method: Lecture, discussion of good practices, in-depth materials.

GOAL 8: DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH

Target 8.3: Promote development-oriented policies that support productive activities, the creation of decent work, entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation, and foster the formalization and growth of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises, including through access to financial services.

Target 8.8: Protect labor rights and promote a safe and secure working environment for all workers, including migrant workers, especially migrant women, and those in precarious employment.

Method: Lecture, discussion of best practices, in-depth materials.

GOAL 10: REDUCE INEQUALITIES

Target 10.2: By 2030, enhance and promote the social, economic and political inclusion of all, regardless of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion, economic or other status.

Target 10.3 Ensure equal opportunities for all and reduce inequalities of outcome, including through the elimination of discriminatory laws, policies, and practices, and the promotion of appropriate laws, policies, and actions.

Method: Lecture, discussion of good practices, in-depth materials.

GOAL 16: PEACE, JUSTICE, AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS

Target 16.6: Develop effective, accountable, and transparent institutions at all levels

Target 16.7: Ensure responsive, inclusive, participatory, and representative decision-making at all levels

Method: Lecture, discussion of good practices, in-depth materials

Learning will be assessed through a 45-minute written examination, consisting of 31 closed-ended questions on the course content. One point will be awarded for each correct answer and zero points for each incorrect or unanswered question.The final grade will be expressed out of 30. A minimum of 18 correct answers, corresponding to 18/30, is required to pass. Thirty correct answers will correspond to 30/30; 31 correct answers will correspond to 30/30 with honours.To ensure equal opportunities and in accordance with applicable legislation, students may request an individual meeting with the lecturer to agree on appropriate compensatory measures and/or exemptions, taking into account the learning objectives and their specific needs. Students may also contact the Department’s CInAP representative.

- The meaning of training

- The training group

- Intervention methods

- Orientation today

- Active methods

- The critical incident technique

- Personnel selection