Professional Development

Are you striving to build greater expertise using The Birkman Method?​

The Advanced Professional Development Series offers deeper insight into the interpretation of Birkman data. If you want to further explore the Components, Social Desirability, and underlying Patterns of Perception, then this series is for you. Led by Master Certified Birkman instructors, these live, interactive sessions are a valuable step towards earning your Birkman Advanced Certified Professional credential.  ​

Click here to view upcoming Advanced Professional Development Series offerings.​

Topics in this series include:​

Exploring Patterns in Perception & Personality
One of the key Birkman Method concepts to master is understanding crucial patterns that show up in the instrument and knowing how to shape your conversation with a respondent-based on what fits and doesn’t fit those patterns. Patterns in Perception and Personality takes you on an in-depth journey that covers the application of scoring patterns from the macro (social desirability patterns that show in the instrument) to the micro (scoring patterns on individual components) and how you can use these to better understand how your clients see the world or might react in a situation.

Interpreting Components
The depth of your Birkman Component knowledge and interpretation insight will either inform or transform your conversations. Interpreting Components takes you on a deep exploration of the nine behavioral Components—from their historical names, to language purity, common scoring patterns, and everything in-between. Join in on this three-part course to submerge into the heart of the method—the Birkman Components.

Birkman Molecule & Five-Factor Model
Personality psychologists believe there are five basic dimensions of personality, often referred to as the “Big 5” personality traits. But how does this Five-Factor Model (FFM) relate to The Birkman Method (TBM)? Join this class to dig deeper into the FFM, participate in advanced discussions and activities through selected Birkman data, and learn about the Birkman Molecule. Participants should expect fun chemistry and a great reaction to the content!

Impact of Component Combinations
Alone, each of the Birkman Components provides a glimpse into an individual’s perceptions. Combined, they tell a rich story of the behavioral impact an individual will create in the social world around them. Impact of Component Combinations is a two-part course that walks participants through the impact of scoring patterns when interpreted through powerful behavioral pairings.

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These courses help you apply Birkman concepts to your coaching practice or your own work life.

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Birkman & Emotional Intelligence
When it comes to fostering effective relationships in the workplace, the ability to demonstrate emotional intelligence is key. And when paired with personalized learnings from The Birkman Method, individuals can accelerate their interpersonal impact. In Birkman & Emotional Intelligence, participants will learn practical application and activities for pairing Birkman and EQ in the coaching conversations. This course is relevant for coaches, consultants, and business leaders who want to learn how to help others develop these critical skills. See all “Birkman & Emotional Intelligence” courses >>>

Individual Coaching with Birkman
Individual coaching is at the cornerstone of many consulting practices. But, are you leveraging Birkman as much as you can? In Individual Coaching with Birkman participants will sharpen their skills and learn tips and tricks for using Birkman for coaching. Key concepts covered include exploring the Birkman Conversation Model framework, practicing inquiry, discussing coachability and changeability, leveraging other behaviors to support low coachability Components, common coaching challenges, and overcoming coach bias. See all “Individual Coaching with Birkman” courses >>>

Team Coaching with Birkman
How do you use Birkman when working with teams? If you’re looking for new ways of coaching teams using The Birkman Method, then this course is for you. Join in on Team Coaching with Birkman to walk through the team discovery process, common team challenges, how to structure a 4-hr team session and follow-up as well as more practical applications and activities. Participants will talk about how to use Insights topics, Interests, the Map, and Components when working with teams. See all “Team Coaching with Birkman” courses >>>

Team Dynamics
Grow your skills from individual Birkman report conversations to facilitating team events—in person OR virtually.  Join us to learn how Birkman reports provide a foundation for engaging team sessions when facilitated by an insightful consultant (you!), and to learn how Birkman can strengthen teams and the dynamics that make each one unique. See all “Team Dynamics” courses >>>

Birkman Mindset eLearning
The Birkman Mindset eLearning is designed for those who are interested in using the Birkman Mindset Report as a tool for robust and in-depth coaching relationships.  The Birkman Mindset Report leverages new Birkman psychometric scales to help individuals understand the macro-level mindset that drives their careers and lives. This eLearning course covers the basic knowledge required to use the Birkman Mindset Report. See “Birkman Mindset eLearning” course >>>

High-Performing Teams eLearning
This eLearning course lays the foundation for creating awareness and appreciation of different personalities in the workplace, resulting in stronger, more productive teams. What does it mean to be a High-Performing Team? Goals are met above and beyond expectations, more revenue is generated, and the process to excelling is repeatable and reliable. High-Performing Teams are driven by a common purpose, and they continuously work to create an environment of clarity and psychological safety. See “High-Performing Teams eLearning” course >>>

Birkman Essentials eLearning
This course includes four modules from the pre-work required to complete our Birkman Signature Certification. If you are already certified and want to brush up on the Birkman Map and Interests, you could take this eLearning. This eLearning is also valuable if you have not yet been certified, but would like an in-depth preview of the foundational concepts of The Birkman Method. See “Birkman Essentials eLearning” course >>>

Birkman Learning Events are our webinars that provide deeper insight into the concepts that drive Birkman data. They are typically about one hour long, live, and then after the date it airs live, we provide it as a recording. Click here to see all available Birkman Learning Events >>>

Advanced Professional Series     See all available “Advanced Professional Series” >>>
The Advanced Professional Series is comprised of seven modules found within the four interpretation courses listed below.

• Exploring Patterns in Perceptions and Personality (1 course)
  One of the key Birkman Method concepts to master is understanding crucial patterns that show up in the instrument and knowing how to shape your conversation with a respondent-based on what fits and doesn’t fit those patterns. Patterns in Perception and Personality takes you on an in-depth journey that covers the application of scoring patterns from the macro (social desirability patterns that show in the instrument) to the micro (scoring patterns on individual components) and how you can use these to better understand how your clients see the world or might react in a situation.

• Interpreting Components (3 courses)
  The depth of your Birkman Component knowledge and interpretation insight will either inform or transform your conversations. Interpreting Components takes you on a deep exploration of the nine behavioral Components—from their historical names to language purity, common scoring patterns, and everything in-between. Join in on this three-part course to submerge into the heart of the method—the Birkman Components.

• Birkman Molecule & Five-Factor Model (1 course)
  Personality psychologists believe there are five basic dimensions of personality, often referred to as the “Big 5” personality traits. But how does this Five-Factor Model (FFM) relate to The Birkman Method (TBM)? Join this class to dig deeper into the FFM, participate in advanced discussions and activities through selected Birkman data, and learn about the Birkman Molecule. Participants should expect fun chemistry and a great reaction to the content!

• Impact of Component Combinations (2 courses, 2 hours each)
  Alone, each of the Birkman Components provides a glimpse into an individual’s perceptions. Combined, they tell a rich story of the behavioral impact an individual will create in the social world around them. Impact of Component Combinations is a two-part course that walks participants through the impact of scoring patterns when interpreted through powerful behavioral pairings.

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Advanced Certification

To qualify to become a Birkman Advanced Certified Professional, you must first be a Birkman Certified Professional, as well as complete:

• Two years of Birkman consultation practice
• 25+ one-on-one Signature conversations
• 30 Professional Development hours (course work MUST include Advanced Interpretation or Advanced Professional Series)*

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Master Certification

To qualify to become a Birkman Master Certified Professional, you must first be a Birkman Certified Professional, Birkman Advanced Certified Professional, as well as complete:

• Five years of Birkman consultation practice
• 50+ one-on-one Signature conversations
• 50 Professional Development hours (course work MUST include Science Behind the Method)*

*Please confirm your course work planning with Birkman to ensure which courses are eligible for credit toward Advanced and/or Master Certification. Email Training@birkman.com to inquire about Advanced and/or Master Certification requirements and eligibility.

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