This Professional Development training will prepare you to be a Future Problem Solving Coach. Develop your students' analytical, creative, and critical thinking skills, using the six-step FPS process to address real-world problems.

The presenter will use one of the first two 2026 topics to introduce the creative problem solving model, providing the attendee with a head start to Future Problem Solving 2026 participation.

When and Where?
February - March 2026
Location - your capital city

What will I learn?

• Future Problem Solving basics, FPS in Australia
• The six-step FPS thinking process. This process underpins each of the FPS learning options.
• The opportunity to try out the Global Issues Problem Solving component
• Coaching strategies
• Organisation of school and student participation in the FPS program

What are the benefits of the training?

• Participants gain an in-depth understanding of the Global Issues Problem Solving learning option and have the opportunity to practice the six-step model in a supportive environment.
• Participants acquire a framework for teaching and assessing 21st-century skills.
• Course content meets AITSL standards allowing participants to add up to six hours to their professional accreditation requirements.
• Participants meet other new and experienced FPS coaches providing them with an opportunity to develop networks with those on the same learning path.