Certificate in School Personnel Management
This program covers essential aspects of personnel management within educational institutions, including staff recruitment, job design, performance appraisal, and student services. The program starts with an in-depth exploration of recruitment processes, including job analysis, writing effective job descriptions, and conducting interviews. Participants will learn strategies for attracting and selecting qualified candidates, as well as best practices for onboarding new staff.
Overview
The Certificate in School Personnel Management is a 12week program designed for educational professionals who aim to excel in managing school staff and student services. This program covers essential aspects of personnel management within educational institutions, including staff recruitment, job design, performance appraisal, and student services. The program starts with an in-depth exploration of recruitment processes, including job analysis, writing effective job descriptions, and conducting interviews. Participants will learn strategies for attracting and selecting qualified candidates, as well as best practices for onboarding new staff.
The course on job design focuses on creating roles that enhance staff productivity and satisfaction. Participants will study job analysis techniques and how to design roles that align with institutional goals and staff competencies. Performance appraisal is another key component of the program. Participants will learn methods for evaluating staff performance, providing constructive feedback, and implementing performance improvement plans. The course emphasizes developing fair and effective appraisal systems that contribute to staff development and institutional success.
Student services management is also covered, focusing on strategies for supporting student wellbeing and academic success. Participants will learn about designing and managing services that address student needs and enhance the overall educational experience. The program includes practical case studies and roleplaying exercises to provide hands-on experience in personnel management. The final component is a work placement that allows participants to apply their skills in a real school environment, gaining valuable insights and experience.
What you’ll learn
Upon successful completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- Implement effective recruitment and selection processes for school staff.
- Design job roles that enhance staff performance and satisfaction.
- Develop and administer performance appraisal systems.
- Manage student services to support student wellbeing and success.
- Apply knowledge and skills in a real-world setting through work placement.
Course Descriptions
SPM101A Recruitment and Selection in Schools (3 credits)
This course covers the principles and practices of recruiting and selecting school staff, including job analysis, writing job descriptions, and conducting interviews.
- Learning Outcome: Design and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract and select qualified candidates.
SPM101B Job Design and Role Development (3 credits)
Participants will learn about job design techniques, including creating roles that align with institutional goals and enhance staff productivity.
- Learning Outcome:Develop job roles that optimize staff performance and align with educational objectives.
SPM101C Performance Appraisal and Staff Development (3 credits)
This course focuses on designing and implementing performance appraisal systems, providing feedback, and managing staff development.
- Learning Outcome:Implement performance appraisal systems that support staff development and institutional goals.
SPM101D Managing Student Services (2 credits)
Participants will explore strategies for managing student services, including designing support programs and addressing student needs.
- Learning Outcome:Develop and manage student services that enhance student wellbeing and academic success.
SPM101E Work Placement in School Personnel Management (4 credits)
The work placement provides practical experience in managing school personnel and student services, applying theoretical knowledge in a real school setting.
- Learning Outcome:Gain hands-on experience in school personnel management through real-world application.