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Joy 2 The Art of Facilitation
JOY1 is a prerequisite course. Please complete JOY1 before you enrol in JOY 2
JOY courses are held throughout the year, with participants placed in cohorts to ensure that regular coffee chat meetings are collaborative. Please note that the following cohort dates are placeholders and subject to change.
A SELF-PACED Online Professional Development Program
If you already have a membership account, please login to your membership account to see member price.
Members $935 (incl GST)
Non-members $1135 (Incl GST), Includes 1 year membership
Non-members concessional $1035 (incl GST), includes 1 year membership
Next dates:
- 28th October 2026
- 10th May 2027
- 11th October 2027
This course includes 5 modules – self-paced, online.
12 CDP points
Enrol manually by emailing education@aiip.net.au
A virtual, FACE-TO-FACE Professional Development Program via TEAMS, Two Modules over two half days, one elective module self-paced online.
Members $605 (incl GST)
Non-members $805 (incl GST), includes 1 year membership.
Non-members concessional $705 (incl GST), includes 1 year membership
This course will consist of three modules. Two core modules will be delivered face-to-face, and participants will choose one of three elective modules to complete online, self-paced.
10 CDP points
$220 for extra modules – extra 1 CDP point per module
Next Dates:
- JOY 2 F2F 9th and 10th October 2026
- JOY 2 F2F 7th and 8th May 2027
- JOY 2 F2F 26th and 27th November 2027
Enrol manually by emailing education@aiip.net.au
If you already have a membership account, please login to your membership account to see member price.
What will be covered in this course
Module 2.1a/b: Foundations of Facilitation
- Explore the core principles and skills essential to effective facilitation in intergenerational practice.
- Understand the fundamental concepts that serve as the bedrock for successful facilitation.
Module 2.2: Navigating Grief and Loss in Intergenerational Programmes
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of the process of grief and loss.
- Develop facilitation skills for discussions around grief and loss within intergenerational programmes.
- Emphasise the importance of upfront education about grief, loss, death, and dying for students.
- Learn self-care strategies and support for colleagues during times of loss.
Module 2.3: Young Children and Communities
- Investigate the dynamics of relationships between different generations in intergenerational programmes.
- Delve into facilitation techniques tailored to various early childhood settings.
Module 2.4: The Art of Facilitation for Teenagers
- Tailor facilitation techniques to engage and connect with teenagers in intergenerational programmes.
- Explore strategies to address the unique dynamics and challenges of facilitating programmes for this age group.
Module 2.5: Online Intergenerational Connections
- Understand intergenerational connections within online communities.
- Explore intergenerational learning and well-being through video conferencing (VC) and its benefits.
- Study scientific evidence in physiology and neurology supporting these interactions.
- Plan and facilitate virtual intergenerational programmes.
- Develop strategies for initiating and managing online intergenerational learning initiatives using VC.
Module Components:
- Each module is designed to accommodate 2 weeks of engagement (2 – 4 hours per week), allowing flexibility based on individual curiosity and exploration depth.
- Optional “delve deeper” items are available for those seeking a more comprehensive understanding, extending the overall course duration.
- All modules are accessible upon course commencement, allowing participants to progress through the content at their own pace.
Supporting Tools:
- Access downloadable tools, including budgeting, evaluation, and other practical resources.
- Engage in fortnightly virtual catch-ups on MICROSOFT TEAMs with experienced AIIP course developers, facilitators, and fellow participants.
Assessment and Certification:
- Encouragement of reflective practice through completion of reflection items within each module.
- Successful completion of reflection points qualifies participants for the AIIP completion certificate.
Want to join JOY 2 – The Art of Facilitation and unlock the skills, insights, and strategies to excel as a facilitator, fostering meaningful connections across generations in various settings?
What Participants Are Saying About the JOY Intergenerational Facilitation Course
The JOY Intergenerational Facilitation Course has received consistently positive feedback from professionals across early childhood, education, and community sectors. Participants praised the course for its strong foundation in theory and practical strategies they could immediately apply to their own settings.
Key highlights include:
- 🌱 The Circle of Change Model, facilitation tools, and modules on grief, loss, and youth engagement.
- 🧭 A self-paced format that supports flexibility—alongside requests for more live discussions and structured feedback to boost connection.
- 🏅 Digital credential (badge) proudly used in email signatures, portfolios, and scholarship submissions.
Educators valued how the course encouraged reflection, offered real-world examples, and expanded their confidence in running intergenerational programs. Participants also expressed interest in future modules, hybrid options, and deeper content on nature-based activities and secondary school settings.
“Deeply relevant, reflective, and empowering.”
“The Circle of Change has transformed how I design intergenerational activities.”
“A unique course that bridges generations with care and intention.”
With high satisfaction ratings (mostly 4–5/5), JOY continues to grow as a trusted resource for those leading intergenerational connection in schools, communities, and beyond.