The Lighting Industry Academy - Corporate Brochure - 2016

For more information   please contact the Academy on  01952 290905  or email:  [email protected] THE LIA - UK-WIDE MEMBER NETWORK: www.thelia.org.uk THE LIGHTING   INDUSTRY ACADEMY Academy

For more information   please contact the Academy on  01952 290905  or email:  [email protected] THE LIA - UK-WIDE MEMBER NETWORK: www.thelia.org.uk THE LIGHTING   INDUSTRY ACADEMY Academy

DEVELOPING THE  LIGHTING COMMUNITY  FOR A  BRIGHT AND  EXCITING  FUTURE

WELCOME TO   THE LIGHTING INDUSTRY ACADEMY  The Academy is a professional learning institution committed to fulfilling the needs of educating the lighting community. It brings together specialist lighting courses run by the LIA as well as other leading lighting organisations. Our courses are delivered by highly skilled, professional trainers with many years of experience. The Academy was created in response to a need identified by the LIA to bring together the learning expertise of the industry’s leading organisations and manufacturers. It will lead the way in creating clear paths of professional development for everyone working within the industry and wider lighting community.  The Academy provides class-based learning at a new dedicated campus in Telford as well as a variety of other locations throughout the UK. Additionally, courses based in Telford will be enriched by the new LIA Laboratory, a purpose built facility equipped with state-of- the-art equipment which will give learners the opportunity to see first hand the latest  in testing equipment. The Academy has been created for the lighting community by the Lighting Industry Association (LIA) with the support of its members. To get involved with the Academy please go to  www.thelia.org.uk/academy    or call our Academy team   01952 290905

SUPPORTING THE LIGHTING COMMUNITY Lighting continues to rapidly evolve with exciting changes and innovations in technology. The education and development of  people with the right skills will be central to a growing community  of lighting professionals. Academy AmbassadorsAcademy Ambassadors are the champions of the Lighting Industry Academy with leading names from the world of lighting. This includes individuals and organisations that work in lighting design, manufacture, retail, education, government and media and have major influence on the way that we access and understand lighting today, and tomorrow.Ambassadors feature prominently within the Academy, and also on literature and at Academy promotional events.  Academy AssociatesAs it develops into the hub of learning the Academy must be steered by the lighting community.  Key organisations and individuals will be invited to become Academy Associates to form the steering group and bring experience and insight to the ongoing development of the Academy. This group will establish, shape, support, enrich and further develop high quality learning and education activities. The Lighting Industry Academy offers the power of understanding and education to enable all sections of the lighting community to exploit the potential of these exciting developments. This spans the breadth of the lighting community, from manufacturers and designers, through retail, distribution and installation, and including end beneficiaries such as facilities and energy managers. Through its collaborative model, the Academy provides the lighting community  the opportunity to work together towards a bright and exciting future. To find out more about Academy Associates, please go to    www.thelia.org.uk/academy  Interested in becoming an Ambassador?    Please call our Academy team on  01952 290905 

Academy Ambassadors are leading  figures in the world of lighting

THE HOME OF LEARNING FOR THE  LIGHTING COMMUNITY The Lighting Industry Association has created the Academy to bring together providers, manufactures, academic institutions and other leading organisation to provide learning for the lighting community.  Academy Recognised Partners To provide the breadth of learning the lighting community needs, the Academy operates as a hub, offering courses by the LIA, Associates and Recognised Partners. Providers can apply to become Academy Recognised Partners to offer courses through the Academy, and use Academy branding in the marketing of their programmes.Academy Recognised Partners will be required to offer the consistent, high-quality learning, that meets the needs of the learner and the lighting community.  Would you like to become a Recognised Partner of the Academy?    Please go to  www.thelia.org.uk/academy-recognised Academy Recognised ProgrammesAll lighting industry specific or related training courses will go through a quality assurance mechanism before it can be offered through the academy. This will involve recognition of the specific learning programme (including delivery methodology and course materials), for which there may be a charge to cover the costs of the activity. There will be different delivery requirements for recognition depending on the nature of the course involved. Do you have a programme that you would like to deliver through the Academy?    Please go to  www.thelia.org.uk/academy-recognised

A WIDE RANGE OF LEARNING  The Lighting Industry Academy has been created to offer a  wider range learning for the lighting community. The portfolio  of learning available will continue to change to meet the needs  of the Learners.   Lighting Application / Design Courses to provide an understanding of how lighting forms an integral part of any interior design. How to apply a knowledge of light sources to complete the design  of an installation to modern standards. Lighting Software Lighting Design Software is widely used by the industry, with courses to suit various levels of experience, incorporating information on latest changes to software. Standards and LegislationCovering the range of standards and legislation that impact the lighting community and providing the necessary updates and changes. Emergency Lighting  Understanding the specific background, requirements and legislation for the installation of Emergency Lighting. Supported by ICEL, the Industry Committee  for Emergency Lighting. Energy Efficient LightingSkills and understanding of the opportunities presented by new energy efficient lighting and controls technology.

Learning togetherA range of opportunities for the lighting community to learn together the more generic topics such as Project Management and personal development. Retail and DistributionInformation and understanding for the supply chain, to ensure lighting products are used at their optimum performance. The LIA CertificateA recognised suite of courses to prepare for a career in the Lighting Industry, or to further develop by specialising in a specific area. Recognised QualificationsThe Academy is committed to introducing formal qualifications for the  lighting community.

GET INVOLVED This Academy has been created for you. Whatever your interest in  the Academy may be, we want to hear from you. The Academy is  here to provide the skills and development opportunities that help further develop the lighting community.The LIA is committed to supporting the lighting community and is excited about developing the Academy with you. To get involved and find out more please contact our dedicated Academy team: T:  01952 290905   E:  [email protected]   W:  www.thelia.org.uk/academy