Non-accredited leadership training

Accredited leadership training leads to a nationally recognised qualification and includes formal assessments mapped to the Australian training framework.

On the other hand, non-accredited leadership training does not involve assessments or a formal qualification. Instead, it focuses on practical skills, real workplace scenarios and immediate application.

Many organisations choose non-accredited workshops and short courses when they want flexible, customised development without the administrative requirements of accredited study.

Anyone who wants to build practical leadership skills can take part in a non-accredited workshop. As these leadership programs do not require formal assessments or qualifications, they are suitable for new supervisors, experienced managers and team members preparing for future leadership roles.

Participants need to be employed in a workplace where they can apply what they learn, have access to a computer and internet for any online components, and feel comfortable communicating in a professional setting.

These leadership training workshops and short courses teach a broad set of skillsets, including:

• Emotional intelligence: Develop self-awareness, understand behavioural triggers and learn how emotions influence decision making and team relationships.
• Effective communication: Learn how to communicate clearly, listen actively and adapt your style to different people and workplace situations.
• Confident speaking: Build the ability to think clearly under pressure, articulate ideas with confidence and communicate decisively in high-stakes situations.
• Difficult conversations and conflict resolution: Build the confidence to navigate challenging discussions, manage conflict constructively and provide feedback that supports performance.
• Proactive teamwork and collaborative leadership: Strengthen your ability to work as a proactive team player and drive results through collaboration rather than authority alone.
• Critical thinking and problem solving: Enhance your ability to analyse situations, prioritise effectively and guide teams through complexity, change and uncertainty.
• Coaching others: Gain practical tools for coaching team members, supporting growth and building a culture of continuous learning and accountability.
• Building resilient teams: Learn how to create teams that perform consistently, adapt to pressure and stay focused during disruption or high demand.
• Developing high-performing teams: Transform groups into aligned, motivated and high-performing units with clear goals and shared responsibility.
• Leading remote and hybrid teams: Build capability to lead effectively in flexible work environments, maintaining connection, performance and accountability across locations.
• Continuous improvement and operational effectiveness: Develop a mindset of ongoing improvement and learn how to drive excellence through practical, systematic enhancement.

These capabilities help both aspiring managers and experienced leaders drive business success from day one.

Leadership workshops and short courses can run anywhere from a few days to several months, depending on the exact solution you choose.

Yes. Our leadership workshops and short courses can be fully customised to reflect your organisation’s industry, culture and capability needs.

This might include tailoring examples, adding role-specific scenarios, aligning content to internal leadership frameworks or focusing on particular challenges your teams are currently facing.

With bespoke training programs, participants can learn skills that are directly relevant to their work with minimal disruption to daily duties.

The recommended number of participants depends on the course and whether you would like to tailor your program. Small groups allow for deeper discussion and personalised feedback, while larger groups can focus on shared learning and whole-team development.

We can recommend the best group size based on your goals, preferred delivery format and the level of interaction you want participants to experience.

Most organisations notice immediate improvements in communication, problem-solving and everyday team interactions after completing a leadership workshop.

Participants walk away with practical tools they can use instantly, helping them lead with greater confidence and consistency. Over time, these skills support a stronger workplace culture, more successful collaboration and more effective decision making across the business.

Yes. Follow-up coaching is available for selected leadership courses to reinforce the skills learned during training.

Coaching provides ongoing guidance, accountability and practical support, making it easier for leaders to embed new behaviours and achieve long-term results in the workplace.

This optional support helps maintain momentum and ensures the learning continues beyond the workshop itself.