An Introduction to Spectrum
Online TrainingThis session will offer an introduction to the Spectrum collections management standard and can be used by beginners or those in need of a refresher.
Training Overview
We will discuss the Spectrum 5.1 requirements and guidance and how these might be applied by an organisation. The session will give a brief and basic overview of the nine Spectrum 5.1 primary procedures, including the 2022 updates to the standard.
There will be opportunities to ask questions during the session, as well as share ideas with other attendees.
By the end of the session, attendees will:
- Understand what the Spectrum standard is, and how it might be applied within their museum.
- Understand the role of the Spectrum standard in relation to museum Accreditation.
- Understand recent changes within Spectrum 5.1.
- Understand the role of policy and where to find information to develop policies.
- Know where to find more information and guidance.
Before the session:
- Think about how they do things in their museum, referring to in-house procedures. It might also be useful to have the museum’s procedures to reference during the session.
Who is the session suitable for?
Staff, volunteers and Trustees – beginners or those in need of a refresher
Trainer
Sarah Brown, Deputy Director of Collection Trust
This training will be delivered on Zoom.
How to Book & Refund Policy
Bookings can be made via Eventbrite or by returning a completed Training Bookng Form with a PO number.
NI Museums Council does not offer refunds on cancellations made within two weeks week of the course date, however the place can be transferred to another person within your organization or who is also a member.
Eventbrite cancellations made over two weeks before the event will be refunded minus the Eventbrite booking fee. Please note that costs are inclusive of the Eventbrite booking fee. By default, Eventbrite do not provide refunds on fees. This means that the attendee will receive a refund for the amount they paid minus the Eventbrite fees.
Cancellations two weeks before the event on bookings made via NIMC Booking form will be refunded minus a 10% admin fee.