The training is highly participative. The facilitator uses ‘person centred’ skills and will enable participants to begin to practise these skills themselves. The resources which participants bring, in terms of personal and professional experience and training, are acknowledged, shared and built upon. A combination of whole group, small group, dyad/ triad activities are used eg discussion, feedback, listening, sharing ideas, creative tasks. Programmes can be modified according to the needs of the service provider and the course participants.