Overview
A pre-recorded course to learn at your own pace.
Learn the basics of digital and Agile ways of working that you can bring into your service or team, including:
- the difference between Agile and Waterfall methods
- how to assess which approach is right for your service
- the benefits of a user-centred approach to public services
Who this course is for
This course is aimed at people who:
- work in the Welsh public sector delivering devolved services
- have never been on a CDPS training course before
- are new to digital and Agile ways of working
Cost
This course is funded by the Welsh Government and is free for those who work in the Welsh public sector delivering devolved services.
If you are unsure, you can check the register of devolved public bodies.
In return, we ask that you help us improve these courses by taking part in research.
How it works
A pre-recorded course that you can access anytime, anywhere:
- fit the course into your own time, learn whenever it suits you
- lead your schedule and progress without a trainer
We estimate that on average, it should take around 1.5 to 2.5 hours to complete the course.
At the end of the course, we’ll ask you to complete a feedback questionnaire to help us improve our training.
What you’ll learn
In this course, you’ll learn:
- what ‘digital’ and ‘Agile’ are
- the history of Agile, how it emerged, and why
- the differences between Agile and Waterfall
At the end of the course, you’ll understand:
- when to apply Agile and Waterfall methods
- how to assess what approach is right for your service
- the benefits of a user-centred approach to public services
What you’ll need
You’ll need a device with an internet connection and access to the learning platform.