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A 6 month, intensive program, offered by Tavistock Clinic and Sukrut to train HR Professionals, to build skills for diagnosing organizational systems and driving effective change. For the 1st time, Sukrut brings Tavistock methods to India via a Certification Program. Contact : sukrutcourses@gmail.com

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Practitioner Certificate in Psychosocial Interventions for Consulting and Change. Offered by Sukrut, Bangalore, India and The Tavistock Clinic, London, UK Course Begins : 19th July 2010 Course Duration : July 2010 to January 2011 "individuals cannot be understood, or changed, outside the context of the groups in which they live"
Overview of PC-PICC PC-PICC is a 6 month certification course being offered by Sukrut and Tavistock Clinic for students and working professionals who wish to make a career in psychotherapeutic interventions in organizational systems to drive effective change management. Working with signature Tavistock Clinic methods, it will build a greater capacity to understand organisational, intergroup, interpersonal and intrapersonal issues that lead to functioning or dysfunction of individuals and teams. It will develop skills in conceptualising problems in organisations, the ability to facilitate understanding and functioning within their own employing organisation, and/or skills to make appropriate consultative interventions in other organisations. PC-PICC will use a variety of learning methods during the Plenary, the Field Work, The Group Relations Conference, the Personal Growth Lab and the Online Seminars. Each participant will be assignment a personal mentor to consolidate the learning.
Snapshot of The Course Selection Plenary Project GRC Assessment and PGL 150 word write-up on 6-day session to Project to master 5-day miniature PGL (Personal Why I Want a PC- build skills for the concepts, organization to Growth Lab) with PICC observation, using interspersed with understand group experiential signature Tavistock classes. membership, activities, peer 30 min face-to face Clinic methods. collaboration, review, and relevant interview to authority in self and theoretical inputs.` determine readiness others and for the course. boundaries and 111111 structures. 1111111111111111 1111111111111111 April-end July 19th to 24th July-Dec November January 1111111111111111 11111 Face to Face Day Classes @ Contact : Sukrut Centre Bangalore Day Classes @ Interview. SUKRUT CENTRE SUKRUT CENTRE BLR : Sukrut Non Contact : At a Residential Non BLR : Location to JP Nagar, Bangalore Setting Chosen jointly by JP Nagar, Bangalore be announced. participant & mentor.
Selection May through June Eligibility : MA/MSc in Psychology or MSW or Post-Graduate Diploma in Rehabilitation Sciences. Post-graduates from other fields also invited. They would need to do a 25-hour extra tutorial before the plenary. Resume and Write Up Interview 1. Resume : A one-page resume detailing A face-to-face interview with the course education qualifications, any project mentor(s) to determine candidate work done and significant achievements. suitability. 2. A 150-word write-up on Why I want to Candidates will be judged on existing levels do PC-PICC of conceptual clarity, potential for applied learning and career interests. Results of the selection process will be posted on the Sukrut website by 20th June: candidates would need to check that and carry out next steps as mentioned. There will be a waiting list of 10 candidates as well, which will be closed by 5th July. April-May : Bangalore : Sukrut Centre To be mailed to sukrutcourses@gmail.com Non Bangalore : Will be announced based on entries
Plenary - July 19th to 24th Objective Theory Experiential Prepare students for Klein on projective identification. Practical exercises to prepare organizational observation students. task via ten rounds of one Case studies of observations to Mini Field work. hour observations. train the students for field . observation. Develop awareness of intra Bions theories of groups. Intensive small group facilitation and inter group processes skills practice and feedback. and double task of keeping Bridgers work on double task both task and process in method. Groups in a System visiting mind whilst facilitating a exercises. group. Whole Group Study. Develop awareness of Co-Leadership Event A working in partnership to signature Tavistock Clinic lead a group experiential exercise that ties together the learning. 9:00 am to 6:30 pm @ SUKRUT JP Nagar, Bangalore
Project/Field Phase Month Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 July Plenary 19th to 24th July Planning Observations Aug Mindfulness Need Assessment Hypothesis Forming Online Seminar with Observation Survey and Rating Scale Designing an Intervention Tavistock Clinic Clinical Interview Indicators of Change Listening Skills as an Observer Sept Observations Phase continues Theorist Thumbnail 4-Day Seminar on Theorist Thumbnail Sketches Relevant Consultancy Skill 13th to Sketches Relevant theorist explained. 16th September theorist explained. Oct Online Seminar with Field work moves to Consolidate Consultancy. Project Review Tavistock Clinic Consultancy Phase from Using Whole Self for Observation Phase Observation Nov Consultancy phase continues. Project Review Group Relations Conf. Project Review Dec Group Review of Projects Prepare Project Reports Prepare Project Reports Holiday Week and PICC Portfolio and PICC Portfolio Jan Submission of Project Reports PGL and Assessments Core Seminars 1 on 1 Meetings with Project Mentors Contact Classes @ Sukrut. Exact date and Teach-Backs Sessions that the participants have time will be communicated at Plenary. to conduct. Will be graded. Field Work at the chosen setting.
The Group Relations Conference A Group Relations Conference is a format in which a temporary institution is set up to explore issues related to Leadership, Authority and Management of Change. This temporary institution explores dimensions of change in the here & now -- through active participation & experiential learning. The conference is an intense experience of questioning, observing & working with the unconscious processes behind the conscious role-taking of leaders & followers. It also explores the role of an organization in the scenario of change. The GRC creates event to mirror typical organizational situations. Opening and Closing Small Study Groups Staff Management Marketplace Event Plenary Large Study Groups Event The GRC offers powerful simulations on what happens on joining or leaving an organization. It provides opportunities to explore personal effectiveness in an interpersonal face-to-face group. It explores the organizational dynamics of the whole system and the problems of individual effectiveness in a large group. It explores the boundary and dynamics between members and the conference staff in management role; this facilitates learning about the perennial problems in organizations between those in authority positions and others who perceive themselves as less powerful, thereby making more creative engagement possible.
PGL (Personal Growth Lab) and Assessment PGL Methodology Assessment The Change Event Formats to submit project report will be provided by PGL, or the Personal Growth Lab will help Quiz Scores These Week 15 of the course. participants work on stubborn issues and quizzes will be conducted practice needs identified in previous sessions. during the Contact Project Reports to be Classes post the plenary Dynamics between participants and between submitted by 31st Dec. participants and staff will be available for analysis as typical challenges encountered in Teach-Back Scores working with individual, group, organizational Panel assessment during the closing session in Jan. Each participant will change. need to prepare and Focus on learning how to manage and contain present on theorists. yourself in role, learning how to contain others, using your past and here and now experiences PICC Portfolio Basket to inform your analyses and applying psychodynamic intelligence to guide your of learning showcased actions and interventions. via creative means. Project Report. Core Panel Next to Core Also Assessment Quiz, Teach-back scores Class Observations - Mentor-Ratings 2 Independent Raters will on commitment to course, including rate each project report. punctuality, participation and peer involvement.
Assessment - Details Assessment Mode Topics Assessor Quizzes (These will be Menzies Lyth Surkut conducted during the contact Jacques classes) Trist Bamforth Miller A K Rice Ongoing, during Schein the project Harold Bridger phase Teach-Back (Organized during Theorist Thumbnail Sketches Sukrut the course of the Project) List of relevant theorists will be distributed to the students to prepare these sessions for peer-teaching, using creative and effective methods. Project (Practical observation The project will put its arms around the Panel of eminent Day 1 and 2 exercises in the field ) entire breath of concepts taught. specialist from Of Sukrut, Tavistock PICC-Portfolio A creative portfolio to showcase learning: Closing Session Cllinic and people dissertation/caselets/film/scrapbook/etc. in Jan from the professional (prior to PGL) field.
The PC-PICC Program Leaders Program Director : Rachna Singh PG in Psychology, with specialization in Clinical Psychology, is an Organisational Development specialist with 15~ years experience across a range of organizations, Tata Motors, Infosys and Dell, in the area OD and OE. Worked extensively with Jay Galbraiths methods in the area of Org Design and Change Management. Has led Talent Management initiatives in the areas of Individual Potential Assessment, Career Planning, Individual Development Plans, Leadership development programs, Key Talent Planning. Certified across a host of psychometric tools, MBTI, BELBIN and FIRO-b, has keen insights in the area of interpersonal and interpersonal dynamics. Has written a book, Nuptial Knots, based on her experiences in the areas of marital counselling. Is working on her 2nd book, showcasing the psychotherapeutic work being done in Sukrut.
The PICC Program Leaders Programme Consultant Tavistock Consultancy Service : Kay Trainor Organisational consultant and coach with a focus on helping clients understand both the resistance to, and facilitation of, creativity in themselves, their teams, and organisations. Trained to doctoral level in a systems psychodynamic approach with six years experience in the field. Thoughtful, dynamic, analytical thinker. Co founder of the Kube method of consultation working with artists. Previously worked as a successful script writer and Arts Festival director. Big picture thinker with proven ability in successfully managing, marketing and delivering complex projects. Kay joined the Tavistock Consultancy Service in September 2008 where she undertakes consultancy projects and works with coaching clients on a one to one basis. She is also responsible for overseeing and developing a series of short development programmes which focus on one to one skills, inter group dynamics, and the process of leading change in organisations.
About Tavistock Clinic and Sukrut About Tavistock Clinic (London, U.K.) The Tavistock Clinic, named for its original location in Tavistock Square in the Bloomsbury area of London, England, is a noted centre for psychoanalytic and systemic psychotherapy. It offers outpatient clinical services in London and provides many postgraduate training and academic courses for professionals in mental health, social care and organisational consulting. The clinic offers a wide range of psychological approaches, and applied psychoanalysis and eclectic training. About Sukrut (Bangalore, India) Sukrut is a team of unlike-minded professionals engaged in psychotherapeutic services for organizations, schools and individuals. Working with a carefully-designed suite of products and services in the area of counseling and behavioural training, Sukrut has a team of trained professionals who several success stories under their belts.
Next Steps and Key Dates Activity Date Apply for the course 1st April onwards. Make sure you apply with your Resume and write-up to the Program Director at sukrutcourses@gmail.com Last date for applications is 20th April Calls for Interview 1st May onwards. The calls for interviews will be mailed to you. Please check your mails. Interviews 1st May onwards. The interviews will be held from 1st May onwards. Look for details in your email. List of Selected Candidates 20th June on the Sukrut website Published Shortlist Movement Published 5th July 1st Installment of course fee to be 10th July submitted 2nd Installment of course fee to be 15th September submitted Bridge Course for PGs of non- 13th July Psychology disciplines begins PC-PICC course begins with the 19th July Plenary session
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Application Form Name: DOB: Photo Contact Details: Address/Phone/Email: Academic Qualifications Year Board/Degree Institute/Subjects Marks Any Special Achievements 10th 12th Undergrad Post Grad Projects Year Name of Project Project Design, Measures and Outcomes Please copy this format on a Word Doc, and enclose with this Application Form a150 page write-up on Why I Want to do PCPICC. Please email the Application Form and Write-Up to sukrutcourses@gmail.com by 30th April. Entries on this email id alone will be considered.
FAQs I am currently doing my post-graduation. Can I still do this course? No. You need to have a completed PG degree to be able to apply. I have a PG degree in Political Science but have interest in this area. Can I apply? Yes. You will have to do a bridge course prior to the PC-PICC. I have the desired qualifications but work in a corporate. Can I still do the course? Yes. As long as you can take time out to attend all the Contact Classes. Can I get a week off during the project work to go back to my hometown? That is not possible. This is a tightly-woven course and each week will be packed with course work. Any leave during this course will lead to disqualification. Personal emergencies can be viewed on a case-to-case basis. I dont have any place to stay in Bangalore. Can I get some assistance? Once you clear the interview, you can place your request for assistance. We shall help with contacts of student accommodations in the vicinity. How will the interview be conducted? How can I prepare for it? The interview will be conducted by the course director/faculty to assess candidate-suitability. You are not required to prepare for it, as long as you have reasonable concept clarity on your PG papers and are a keen and committed candidate.
FAQs..contd. Where will the Contact Classes be conducted? They will be conducted at the Sukrut Centre in JP Nagar, Bangalore. The exact dates and timings will be handed over at the plenary. What aids would I need as a participant? You will be given a PC-PICC Program Kit which would have reading material, notes book and stationery. It would also have a pen drive to help you take and submit your assignments. You would need a personal computer/access to a computer during the course. What is a teach-back? This is a session which is conducted by the participants after doing a self-study. Each participant is given a portion of the session to prepare and conduct for the rest of the class. Participants are encouraged to use creative teaching aids to do so. What can I expect from a Project Mentor? You will be assigned a personal mentor from the faculty team who would meet you periodically to help you design your project, clear roadblocks, advise on the progress and facilitate your learning during the project. What will be other costs, in addition to the course fee? You will be expected to stay in Bangalore at your own cost, if you are not from Bangalore. In addition, you would need to budget for any expense related to your field-work, commuting, printing , use of cyber-cafes as and when needed. Can I expect placement after the course? 100% placements guaranteed to all participants, starting within 8 weeks of course commencement to 6 months post-course. In addition, on successful completion, participants get Exclusive Membership to the Tavistock Psychotherapeutic Organization and can practice with them.
FAQs.contd. Can I meet my Project mentor as many times as I need? You will have specified number of meetings: the number, and frequency will be shared at the plenary. However, the mentors will be available on email to address any additional queries. Can I change my Project mentor? All of our mentors are equally competent and will be assigned randomly to you. You will have to work with the mentor assigned to you. Can I do the project along with another participant? Each participant has to do a separate project. However, if during the design, there seems to be scope for folks to work in dyads or triads, it will be considered. As long as each persons role in the project is clearly demarcated and all roles have their own, individual deliverables. In what format do I need to submit the project report? The format will be shared mid-course. What should I do if I need an extension of date? It will be considered on a case-to-case basis, only taking into account serious personal exigencies.

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  • 2. Overview of PC-PICC PC-PICC is a 6 month certification course being offered by Sukrut and Tavistock Clinic for students and working professionals who wish to make a career in psychotherapeutic interventions in organizational systems to drive effective change management. Working with signature Tavistock Clinic methods, it will build a greater capacity to understand organisational, intergroup, interpersonal and intrapersonal issues that lead to functioning or dysfunction of individuals and teams. It will develop skills in conceptualising problems in organisations, the ability to facilitate understanding and functioning within their own employing organisation, and/or skills to make appropriate consultative interventions in other organisations. PC-PICC will use a variety of learning methods during the Plenary, the Field Work, The Group Relations Conference, the Personal Growth Lab and the Online Seminars. Each participant will be assignment a personal mentor to consolidate the learning.
  • 3. Snapshot of The Course Selection Plenary Project GRC Assessment and PGL 150 word write-up on 6-day session to Project to master 5-day miniature PGL (Personal Why I Want a PC- build skills for the concepts, organization to Growth Lab) with PICC observation, using interspersed with understand group experiential signature Tavistock classes. membership, activities, peer 30 min face-to face Clinic methods. collaboration, review, and relevant interview to authority in self and theoretical inputs.` determine readiness others and for the course. boundaries and 111111 structures. 1111111111111111 1111111111111111 April-end July 19th to 24th July-Dec November January 1111111111111111 11111 Face to Face Day Classes @ Contact : Sukrut Centre Bangalore Day Classes @ Interview. SUKRUT CENTRE SUKRUT CENTRE BLR : Sukrut Non Contact : At a Residential Non BLR : Location to JP Nagar, Bangalore Setting Chosen jointly by JP Nagar, Bangalore be announced. participant & mentor.
  • 4. Selection May through June Eligibility : MA/MSc in Psychology or MSW or Post-Graduate Diploma in Rehabilitation Sciences. Post-graduates from other fields also invited. They would need to do a 25-hour extra tutorial before the plenary. Resume and Write Up Interview 1. Resume : A one-page resume detailing A face-to-face interview with the course education qualifications, any project mentor(s) to determine candidate work done and significant achievements. suitability. 2. A 150-word write-up on Why I want to Candidates will be judged on existing levels do PC-PICC of conceptual clarity, potential for applied learning and career interests. Results of the selection process will be posted on the Sukrut website by 20th June: candidates would need to check that and carry out next steps as mentioned. There will be a waiting list of 10 candidates as well, which will be closed by 5th July. April-May : Bangalore : Sukrut Centre To be mailed to sukrutcourses@gmail.com Non Bangalore : Will be announced based on entries
  • 5. Plenary - July 19th to 24th Objective Theory Experiential Prepare students for Klein on projective identification. Practical exercises to prepare organizational observation students. task via ten rounds of one Case studies of observations to Mini Field work. hour observations. train the students for field . observation. Develop awareness of intra Bions theories of groups. Intensive small group facilitation and inter group processes skills practice and feedback. and double task of keeping Bridgers work on double task both task and process in method. Groups in a System visiting mind whilst facilitating a exercises. group. Whole Group Study. Develop awareness of Co-Leadership Event A working in partnership to signature Tavistock Clinic lead a group experiential exercise that ties together the learning. 9:00 am to 6:30 pm @ SUKRUT JP Nagar, Bangalore
  • 6. Project/Field Phase Month Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 July Plenary 19th to 24th July Planning Observations Aug Mindfulness Need Assessment Hypothesis Forming Online Seminar with Observation Survey and Rating Scale Designing an Intervention Tavistock Clinic Clinical Interview Indicators of Change Listening Skills as an Observer Sept Observations Phase continues Theorist Thumbnail 4-Day Seminar on Theorist Thumbnail Sketches Relevant Consultancy Skill 13th to Sketches Relevant theorist explained. 16th September theorist explained. Oct Online Seminar with Field work moves to Consolidate Consultancy. Project Review Tavistock Clinic Consultancy Phase from Using Whole Self for Observation Phase Observation Nov Consultancy phase continues. Project Review Group Relations Conf. Project Review Dec Group Review of Projects Prepare Project Reports Prepare Project Reports Holiday Week and PICC Portfolio and PICC Portfolio Jan Submission of Project Reports PGL and Assessments Core Seminars 1 on 1 Meetings with Project Mentors Contact Classes @ Sukrut. Exact date and Teach-Backs Sessions that the participants have time will be communicated at Plenary. to conduct. Will be graded. Field Work at the chosen setting.
  • 7. The Group Relations Conference A Group Relations Conference is a format in which a temporary institution is set up to explore issues related to Leadership, Authority and Management of Change. This temporary institution explores dimensions of change in the here & now -- through active participation & experiential learning. The conference is an intense experience of questioning, observing & working with the unconscious processes behind the conscious role-taking of leaders & followers. It also explores the role of an organization in the scenario of change. The GRC creates event to mirror typical organizational situations. Opening and Closing Small Study Groups Staff Management Marketplace Event Plenary Large Study Groups Event The GRC offers powerful simulations on what happens on joining or leaving an organization. It provides opportunities to explore personal effectiveness in an interpersonal face-to-face group. It explores the organizational dynamics of the whole system and the problems of individual effectiveness in a large group. It explores the boundary and dynamics between members and the conference staff in management role; this facilitates learning about the perennial problems in organizations between those in authority positions and others who perceive themselves as less powerful, thereby making more creative engagement possible.
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  • 9. Assessment - Details Assessment Mode Topics Assessor Quizzes (These will be Menzies Lyth Surkut conducted during the contact Jacques classes) Trist Bamforth Miller A K Rice Ongoing, during Schein the project Harold Bridger phase Teach-Back (Organized during Theorist Thumbnail Sketches Sukrut the course of the Project) List of relevant theorists will be distributed to the students to prepare these sessions for peer-teaching, using creative and effective methods. Project (Practical observation The project will put its arms around the Panel of eminent Day 1 and 2 exercises in the field ) entire breath of concepts taught. specialist from Of Sukrut, Tavistock PICC-Portfolio A creative portfolio to showcase learning: Closing Session Cllinic and people dissertation/caselets/film/scrapbook/etc. in Jan from the professional (prior to PGL) field.
  • 10. The PC-PICC Program Leaders Program Director : Rachna Singh PG in Psychology, with specialization in Clinical Psychology, is an Organisational Development specialist with 15~ years experience across a range of organizations, Tata Motors, Infosys and Dell, in the area OD and OE. Worked extensively with Jay Galbraiths methods in the area of Org Design and Change Management. Has led Talent Management initiatives in the areas of Individual Potential Assessment, Career Planning, Individual Development Plans, Leadership development programs, Key Talent Planning. Certified across a host of psychometric tools, MBTI, BELBIN and FIRO-b, has keen insights in the area of interpersonal and interpersonal dynamics. Has written a book, Nuptial Knots, based on her experiences in the areas of marital counselling. Is working on her 2nd book, showcasing the psychotherapeutic work being done in Sukrut.
  • 11. The PICC Program Leaders Programme Consultant Tavistock Consultancy Service : Kay Trainor Organisational consultant and coach with a focus on helping clients understand both the resistance to, and facilitation of, creativity in themselves, their teams, and organisations. Trained to doctoral level in a systems psychodynamic approach with six years experience in the field. Thoughtful, dynamic, analytical thinker. Co founder of the Kube method of consultation working with artists. Previously worked as a successful script writer and Arts Festival director. Big picture thinker with proven ability in successfully managing, marketing and delivering complex projects. Kay joined the Tavistock Consultancy Service in September 2008 where she undertakes consultancy projects and works with coaching clients on a one to one basis. She is also responsible for overseeing and developing a series of short development programmes which focus on one to one skills, inter group dynamics, and the process of leading change in organisations.
  • 12. About Tavistock Clinic and Sukrut About Tavistock Clinic (London, U.K.) The Tavistock Clinic, named for its original location in Tavistock Square in the Bloomsbury area of London, England, is a noted centre for psychoanalytic and systemic psychotherapy. It offers outpatient clinical services in London and provides many postgraduate training and academic courses for professionals in mental health, social care and organisational consulting. The clinic offers a wide range of psychological approaches, and applied psychoanalysis and eclectic training. About Sukrut (Bangalore, India) Sukrut is a team of unlike-minded professionals engaged in psychotherapeutic services for organizations, schools and individuals. Working with a carefully-designed suite of products and services in the area of counseling and behavioural training, Sukrut has a team of trained professionals who several success stories under their belts.
  • 13. Next Steps and Key Dates Activity Date Apply for the course 1st April onwards. Make sure you apply with your Resume and write-up to the Program Director at sukrutcourses@gmail.com Last date for applications is 20th April Calls for Interview 1st May onwards. The calls for interviews will be mailed to you. Please check your mails. Interviews 1st May onwards. The interviews will be held from 1st May onwards. Look for details in your email. List of Selected Candidates 20th June on the Sukrut website Published Shortlist Movement Published 5th July 1st Installment of course fee to be 10th July submitted 2nd Installment of course fee to be 15th September submitted Bridge Course for PGs of non- 13th July Psychology disciplines begins PC-PICC course begins with the 19th July Plenary session
  • 15. Application Form Name: DOB: Photo Contact Details: Address/Phone/Email: Academic Qualifications Year Board/Degree Institute/Subjects Marks Any Special Achievements 10th 12th Undergrad Post Grad Projects Year Name of Project Project Design, Measures and Outcomes Please copy this format on a Word Doc, and enclose with this Application Form a150 page write-up on Why I Want to do PCPICC. Please email the Application Form and Write-Up to sukrutcourses@gmail.com by 30th April. Entries on this email id alone will be considered.
  • 16. FAQs I am currently doing my post-graduation. Can I still do this course? No. You need to have a completed PG degree to be able to apply. I have a PG degree in Political Science but have interest in this area. Can I apply? Yes. You will have to do a bridge course prior to the PC-PICC. I have the desired qualifications but work in a corporate. Can I still do the course? Yes. As long as you can take time out to attend all the Contact Classes. Can I get a week off during the project work to go back to my hometown? That is not possible. This is a tightly-woven course and each week will be packed with course work. Any leave during this course will lead to disqualification. Personal emergencies can be viewed on a case-to-case basis. I dont have any place to stay in Bangalore. Can I get some assistance? Once you clear the interview, you can place your request for assistance. We shall help with contacts of student accommodations in the vicinity. How will the interview be conducted? How can I prepare for it? The interview will be conducted by the course director/faculty to assess candidate-suitability. You are not required to prepare for it, as long as you have reasonable concept clarity on your PG papers and are a keen and committed candidate.
  • 17. FAQs..contd. Where will the Contact Classes be conducted? They will be conducted at the Sukrut Centre in JP Nagar, Bangalore. The exact dates and timings will be handed over at the plenary. What aids would I need as a participant? You will be given a PC-PICC Program Kit which would have reading material, notes book and stationery. It would also have a pen drive to help you take and submit your assignments. You would need a personal computer/access to a computer during the course. What is a teach-back? This is a session which is conducted by the participants after doing a self-study. Each participant is given a portion of the session to prepare and conduct for the rest of the class. Participants are encouraged to use creative teaching aids to do so. What can I expect from a Project Mentor? You will be assigned a personal mentor from the faculty team who would meet you periodically to help you design your project, clear roadblocks, advise on the progress and facilitate your learning during the project. What will be other costs, in addition to the course fee? You will be expected to stay in Bangalore at your own cost, if you are not from Bangalore. In addition, you would need to budget for any expense related to your field-work, commuting, printing , use of cyber-cafes as and when needed. Can I expect placement after the course? 100% placements guaranteed to all participants, starting within 8 weeks of course commencement to 6 months post-course. In addition, on successful completion, participants get Exclusive Membership to the Tavistock Psychotherapeutic Organization and can practice with them.
  • 18. FAQs.contd. Can I meet my Project mentor as many times as I need? You will have specified number of meetings: the number, and frequency will be shared at the plenary. However, the mentors will be available on email to address any additional queries. Can I change my Project mentor? All of our mentors are equally competent and will be assigned randomly to you. You will have to work with the mentor assigned to you. Can I do the project along with another participant? Each participant has to do a separate project. However, if during the design, there seems to be scope for folks to work in dyads or triads, it will be considered. As long as each persons role in the project is clearly demarcated and all roles have their own, individual deliverables. In what format do I need to submit the project report? The format will be shared mid-course. What should I do if I need an extension of date? It will be considered on a case-to-case basis, only taking into account serious personal exigencies.