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We offer a wide range of open programmes for Fast Streamers and members of other development schemes. Whether you are starting out, preparing for specific knowledge or line managment roles, or looking to unlock your potential to reach the Senior Civil Service we can help you gain confidence and build your skills. You will also have the opportunity to meet, network and learn with the other potential future leaders of the Civil Service.

While the starting point for all Fast Streamers is the Fast Stream Induction (see below) you will also find throughout this brochure many programmes specifically designed for you.

Some of the training programmes are shown in the Development Path on page 62. For more information on all our programmes and services for Fast Streamers visit: nationalschool.gov.uk/faststream

Fast Stream Induction

For everyone joining the Fast Stream. This is your chance to get a grip on life as a Fast Streamer, ideally within three months of taking up your first post. You’ll learn more about the possibilities open to you to develop your Fast Stream career. You’ll have the opportunity to question guest speakers, network with other Fast Streamers, kickstart your personal career development planning and understand what you can do for your organisation - and what you need from it. After attending this programme, you should ideally attend a government context programme: Parliament, Government and the Civil Service (PGCS) or The Government Framework (TGF) (see page 23).

Programme Director Kate Thomson and

Andrew Lewis

Code Length Price

FSIC 1 day £300

Venue Dates

London 28 Sep 10, 7 Oct 10, 21 Oct 10, 5 Nov 10, 2 Dec 10, 10 Jan 11, 11 Feb 11, 2 Mar 11

For further information Jennifer Wright 01344 634 136, gtn 3803 4136 jennifer.wright@nationalschool.gsi.gov.uk nationalschool.gov.uk/fsic

And also...

…whether you’re new to the Civil Service or not, find out what you need to know about working in government in a free e-learning programme, Understanding the Civil Service. It’s an across government project designed as an induction programme for new entrants and a refresher for existing civil servants. See nationalschool.gov.uk/virtualschool

Fast Stream Assessment Centre Coaching Workshop

Maximise your chance of success at FSAC

The Fast Stream Assessment Centre (FSAC) Coaching Workshop is designed for in-service Fast Stream candiates who want to maximise their chance of success. The workshop provides the opportunity to practise exercises through realistic simulations, receive immediate feedback on performance, and help give the confidence needed to perform on the day.

Our proven increased success rate at FSAC means this should be considered an essential part of all in-service candidates’ preperation.

Please note that FSCW can also be run as an in-house workshop. Details available on request.

Programme Director Andrew Lewis and Kate Thomson

Code Length Price

FSCW 1 day £400

Venue Dates

London 20 Aug 10, 27 Aug 10, 10 Sep 10, 23 Sep 10

For further information Jennifer Wright 01344 634 136, gtn 3803 4136 jennifer.wright@nationalschool.gsi.gov.uk nationalschool.gov.uk/fscw

Training for the Line Management of Fast Streamers

The National School offers training for those who have recently taken on line management responsibility for one or more Fast Streamers. The programme helps managers understand their roles and responsibilities as a Fast Stream line manager, brings them up-to-date with the latest developments in the Fast Stream, and helps them maximise the potential and effectiveness of Fast Streamers in their team.

This training is best delivered on-site for groups of Fast Stream managers where it can be tailored to suit the timing and needs of a department.

For more information Graham Vale 07887 833 653 graham.vale@nationalschool.gsi.gov.uk