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These courses are designed to provide fundamental and foundational skills for all civilian personnel being considered or developed for present or future leadership and supervisory assignments. Students will learn and practice vital skills, and understand how to leverage other professionals and knowledge sources. They will apply knowledge of the assigned objectives to their work using categories from both the DAF Foundational Competency Listing and the OPM Manager & Supervisory Framework. The education focuses on building leadership, communication, problem-solving, and project management skills while introducing students to OPM competencies for further development.
Please note: When combined with the Performance Management Coaching portfolio, these courses provide a solid foundation of civilian personnel management fundamentals and supervisory skills. Recommended they be part of the deliberate development of all pre-leaders/supervisors and included on the Individual Development Plan (IDP).
EMERGING LEADER COURSE
Length: 32 Contact Hours
This blended learning course develops interpersonal communication and leadership skills for Department of the Air Force civilians considering future supervisory and leadership roles. The course provides a core foundation upon which leadership skills may be further developed as an individual’s responsibilities increase. The curriculum focuses on basic leadership theory, oral and written communications and strategies for continuous improvement, conflict management, and problem solving. The course satisfies the requirement for systematic development of emerging leaders to become supervisors as prescribed in 5 CFR, Section 412.202.
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DEVELOPING TEAM LEADER COURSE
Length: 76 Contact Hours
This on-line course is designed to enable civilian personnel to acquire the competencies needed to transition into team leaders. Students graduating will comprehend the core team leader skills and competencies required for future responsibilities, including strategic direction, problem solving, leadership communication, conflict management and team leader principles. Students will be assessed as to their understanding of the stated learning objectives using practical exercises, reflection papers, discussion board posts, self-assessments, traditional assessments, and completion of a capstone project. This elective course targets Department of the Air Force civilian employees. The course satisfies the requirement for systematic development of emerging leaders to become supervisors as prescribed in 5 CFR, Section 412.202.
The Developing Team Leader Course (DTLC) is currently not available. Please check back later.
COMING SOON
Did you know that creating an Individual Development Plan (IDP) can be crucial for personal and professional growth while highlighting our Air Force Foundational Competencies?
An IDP can be a roadmap, guiding you toward your goals and helping unlock your full potential. By identifying strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement, you gain self-awareness, a powerful tool for success.
An effective plan not only outlines tangible objectives but also encourages continuous learning, fosters self-development, and promotes creative thinking. Embracing this structured approach empowers you to navigate challenges with resilience, seize opportunities for skill enhancement, and ultimately shape a fulfilling and successful future.
Not sure what to put in your IDP?
The CLDS is now creating sample IDP Competency Template as a suggested plan for personal development. Building upon a specific AF Foundational Competency, each Competency Template identifies goal behaviors civilians can work towards as well as resources to self-study as a means to increasing their skills in each area. Civilians can easily copy the goal behaviors and suggested resources into their own IDP to kickstart a plan for their own short-term (1 yr or less) goals.
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