Practical program for effective leadership at operational level
"License to Lead" is the program every leader must do every year
Fresh content keeps subscribers alert and focused on essential behaviours for success in today's workplace

Who the "License to Lead" program is designed for
Operational-level focus for international audience in any industry
Complement prior learning and existing corporate programs
Leaders who pursue continued life-long professional development
Individuals who have recently stepped up from a technical/professional role to accept leadership responsibilities
Aspirant leaders who want to understand what leadership is all about and set themselves up for a promotion
Anyone who is not in a formal leadership role but wants to play a part by influencing the team

Why the organization should enroll leaders
They learn success factors for leaders in modern times
Immediate on-the-job practical application
Enhance engagement, productivity and retention
The program facilitates coaching relationships
Smooth operations boost morale in teams
Enabled leaders positively influence culture in teams
Enhanced personal wellbeing for leaders and teams
Outcomes of the "License to Lead" program
Immediate tangible leadership impact in the real workplace
Personal professional development of subscribers; recognized with international certificates in leadership
Preparing leaders for more responsible roles
More confident and competent leaders of high-performance teams
"License to Lead" facilitates smooth transition from doing work to being accountable for people doing the work
Subscribers feel recognized and valued

How it works
Just like the human body needs a regular portion of all essential nutrients to stay healthy, every leader needs regular updates and refreshers in essential behaviours
In each of 30 modules per year you find
A summary of insights from recent research
We translate complex concepts into practical actions
Learners apply it in safe online simulations
Then in the real workplace
Engaging managers/mentors as coaches
Curriculum
30 Interactive, real-world simulation-learning modules with practical applications
5 Parts each with 6 modules
Part 1: Authentic leadership
Part 2: Visionary leadership
Part 3: Achievement leadership
Part 4: Accountable leadership
Part 5: Collaborative leadership
International certificate for each "Part" completed
Endorsed by international accreditation authority
"QAHE is proud to support "License to Lead," which exemplifies excellence in leadership education and responds dynamically to the evolving needs of today’s workforce"

"The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre‑Tertiary & Higher Education (QAHE) has completed its evaluation for the License to Lead programme. QAHE confirms that the programme meets our quality assurance requirements."
"Our review found that License to Lead demonstrates a high level of relevance, pedagogical soundness, and structural integrity."
Frequently asked questions
It takes about 30 minutes to complete the online activities in one module plus another 30 minutes for the practical on-the-job coaching activity. This adds op to 6 hours per Part and 30 hours for the entire License to Lead program.
Yes. The platform supports flexible pacing. You can stop anytime and resume from there when you log in again.
A computer or mobile device with internet access. The program is simple to follow with clear instructions.
The program is accredited by the International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre‑Tertiary & Higher Education (QAHE) and recognized by some industry bodies for CPD points
Upon successful completion of all 6 modules in any Part of the programme. For example 6 modules in License to Lead Part 1: Authentic leadership. There are 5 Parts and 5 certificates to be earned
You can start immediately after enrolment
An individual learner can go to www.learn-protalent.co.za and click on the Part (1-5) of your choice for self-registration, online payment via Payfast and start learning. A more economic option is to click on "Subscribe to all courses" which gives 12 months access to the entire License to Lead program PLUS all other courses listed on the website.
Yes for 10 or more. Send the name, surname and e-mail address of each person to be enrolled to [email protected]
Once registered you log in with your password and click on the name of your course where you will see all its modules. Click on the module you want to do and it will list all the learning activities and exercises with instructions from start to certification.
Upon successful completion of all 6 modules in any Part of the programme. For example 6 modules in License to Lead Part 1: Authentic leadership. There are 5 Parts and 5 certificates to be earned
Single Part Enrolment
Self-enrolment
One Part for one individual
R330
All modules in one "Part"
Certificate on completion
Email support
Subscribe to all
Self-enrolment
Access to all courses on the site
R960
12 Month subscription
All courses for one learner
Email support
Group nomination
Minimum 10 learners by e-mail
Subscribe to all courses on site
15% Discount
12 Month subscription
All courses for all learners
Email support

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