Course Description
SFIA Practitioner Course
Gain a solid understanding of the Skills Framework for the Information Age (SFIA) and discover how it can support workforce planning, skills management and organisational development.
This approved SFIA Practitioner course is designed for professionals who need to understand the SFIA Framework and apply it effectively within their organisation. Delivered live by an experienced instructor, the course combines practical guidance with real-world examples to help you confidently interpret and use SFIA.
Whether you're supporting digital transformation,
defining job roles or planning future skills development,
this course provides the knowledge needed to
begin using SFIA successfully.
SFIA Practitioner Course
Build Practical Knowledge of the SFIA Framework
The SFIA Practitioner course provides a comprehensive introduction to the SFIA Framework, its background, purpose and practical application within organisations.
Participants will learn how to interpret SFIA skill codes and responsibility levels, create role profiles, assess organisational capability and understand how SFIA can support workforce planning, recruitment and professional development.
The course also provides an excellent foundation for individuals wishing to progress towards becoming a SFIA Accredited Practitioner.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, delegates will be able to:
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Understand the background and purpose of the SFIA Framework.
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Explain the value of SFIA and how it can support individuals and organisations.
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Understand the structure of the SFIA Framework, including responsibility levels and skill codes.
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Interpret SFIA levels and skill codes to define IT competencies.
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Align organisational role definitions with the SFIA Framework.
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Develop role profiles using SFIA levels and skill codes.
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Analyse and assess skills requirements across an organisation.
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Apply the SFIA Framework effectively to support workforce planning and capability development.
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Identify sources of SFIA information and understand the role of the SFIA Foundation.
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Understand the licensing requirements and governance associated with the SFIA Framework.
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Establish a solid foundation for implementing SFIA within an organisation and progressing towards becoming a SFIA Accredited Practitioner.
SFIA Practitioner
Course Content:
1. Comprehending Background and Context
This section introduces the role of the SFIA Foundation, explains why the framework was developed and explores the value it provides to individuals and organisations.
2. Understanding the SFIA Foundation
Delegates will explore the governance and supporting resources behind the framework, including:
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The role of the SFIA Foundation
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SFIA governance and regulations
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Sources of SFIA information
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SFIA licensing conditions and requirements
3. Exploring the Structure of the Framework
Learn how the SFIA Framework is organised and how its structure supports consistent skills management across organisations.
Topics include:
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SFIA responsibility levels
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Skills and skill codes
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Attributes and competencies
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Understanding how the framework is structured
4. Interpreting SFIA Levels and Skill Codes
This module explains how responsibility levels and skill codes are interpreted and applied in practice, enabling organisations to accurately define technical competencies and capability requirements.
5. Mapping Roles to the SFIA Framework
Discover why aligning organisational roles with the SFIA Framework improves consistency, recruitment, workforce planning and career development.
Delegates will learn how to:
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Map existing roles to SFIA
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Align job descriptions with recognised SFIA skills
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Develop accurate role profiles
6. Developing Role Profiles
Learn how SFIA responsibility levels and skill codes can be combined to create meaningful role profiles that accurately reflect organisational requirements and individual capabilities.
7. Analysing Skills Across an Organisation
Explore how SFIA can be used to assess capability across teams and support strategic workforce planning.
This includes:
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Identifying skills gaps
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Measuring organisational capability
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Supporting learning and development
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Planning future workforce requirements
8. Applying SFIA Within Your Organisation
Bring together the knowledge gained throughout the course by exploring practical approaches to implementing SFIA within an organisation.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
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IT professionals and technical managers
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Human Resources professionals
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Learning & Development specialists
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Workforce planning and capability managers
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Digital transformation teams
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Individuals implementing SFIA within their organisation
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Anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of the SFIA Framework
Certification
This is a SFIA Foundation Approved course delivered by a SFIA Accredited Trainer.
Completion of this course provides an excellent foundation for individuals wishing to progress towards becoming a SFIA Registered Consultant, subject to meeting the SFIA Foundation's experience and eligibility requirements.
Ready to be a Certified SFIA Practitioner?
Whether you're introducing SFIA into your organisation or developing your own professional skills, our SFIA Practitioner Course provides the essential knowledge and practical foundations you need to get started.
