What is Co-Facilitation & Why Is It Important?

The Power of Two: Why Co-Facilitation Training is Your Secret Weapon

Have you ever felt the weight of leading a workshop or training session alone? Juggling content delivery, managing group dynamics, and keeping everyone engaged can be a tall order. Enter co-facilitation, a powerful approach where two facilitators work together to create a dynamic and impactful learning experience. But before you grab a co-pilot and jump in, training is your secret weapon for unlocking the full potential of co-facilitation.

What is Co-Facilitation?

Imagine a well-rehearsed performance with two stars on stage. Co-facilitation is similar. Two facilitators collaborate on planning, design, and delivery. They might take turns leading discussions, managing activities, or answering questions. This teamwork creates a synergy that benefits both the facilitators and the participants.

Why Train for Co-Facilitation?

While anyone can try co-facilitating, just like that unrehearsed performance, it can be messy without proper preparation. Training provides you with the tools and knowledge to:

Structure Your Session: Planning becomes collaborative, ensuring a clear flow and alignment on learning objectives.
Master Facilitation Skills: Hone your active listening, group management, and facilitation techniques for a more engaging experience.
Navigate the Unexpected: Learn how to adapt to different participant dynamics and situations that arise during the session.
Develop Your Co-facilitation Style: Discover which co-facilitation approach (sharing the stage, designated roles) works best for you and your partner.

Confidence is Key

Stepping into a co-facilitation role with training under your belt is empowering. You’ll understand your role and responsibilities, have the skills to manage challenges, and radiate confidence that inspires participants.

Benefits of Confident Co-Facilitation

Now that you’re armed with training, co-facilitation becomes a powerful tool to:

Boost Engagement: The dynamic between co-facilitators keeps participants alert and interested.
Offer Diverse Perspectives: Participants benefit from exposure to different viewpoints and facilitation styles.
Reduce Workload: Sharing the responsibilities lightens the load for each facilitator, making the process less stressful.
Amplify Learning: Both facilitators can learn from each other’s strengths and continuously refine their skills.

Co-facilitation is a valuable skill for anyone involved in training and development. It allows you to share the workload, leverage each other’s strengths, and create a more engaging learning environment.

Alchemy: Co-facilitation for course leaders

Alchemy is a course for trainers and facilitators who want to ‘up their game’. Incorporating systems and adult learning theories with neuroscience, this course deconstructs how ‘magical’ co-facilitation happens – and shows you how to create it.

You’ll learn how to deliver seamlessly and in-sync with a partner, how to master your impact on participants and their learning, and how to create chemistry with your co-facilitator, both in-person and through online platforms.

Based on the ORSC concepts, this stand alone course gives you the tools to create and support a wise, dynamic partnership, one that’s bold, resilient, and committed to delivering value to your clients.

This course takes place over 3 consecutive days, from 09.30 to 17.30 on Zoom
We practice experiential learning, engaging a variety of teaching methods in our training delivery. Modules are immersive, with a focus on participation and practical experience.
At the end of the course you will email you a Certificate of Completion. By completing this course you’ll qualify for 16.5 Continuous Coach Education Units.