Train the Trainer (I)

About this course:

If you do on the job training in your organization, the first three days of this course will help you feel more comfortable and more competent. You will explore how adults learn and take a step-by-step approach to create training sessions that meet employee needs and you will have the opportunity to practice these skills in a safe environment. Training results are too important to leave to chance. Register today, so you will be prepared when you are asked to stand and deliver. Training is an essential element of development in any organization. Being knowledgeable and continuing to learn throughout your career can make you a very valuable asset. We also know that training and orientation for newly hired employees is a key factor in retention. The last two days of this course will be focused on developing training programs that are meaningful, practical, and will benefit both trainees and the organizations they work for.

Main learning objectives:

Recognize the importance of considering the participants and their training needs, including the different learning styles and adult learning principles. Know how to write objectives and evaluate whether these objectives have been met at the end of a training session. Develop an effective training style, using appropriate training aids and techniques. Conduct a short group training session that incorporates these training concepts. Describe the essential elements of a training program Apply different methodologies to program design. Demonstrate skills in preparation, research, and delivery of strong content Explain an instructional model. Be prepared to create a training program proposal.

Course contents:

Successful training programs Adult learning principles Learning styles Training objectives Effective trainers versus ineffective trainers Training aids Training techniques The training cycle Presentation skills Using visual aids Dealing with difficult trainees Evaluating your training Program design Identifying needs The training model The program’s basic outline Evaluation strategies Defining your approach Researching and developing content Pre-assignments in training Choosing openings and energizers Training instruments, assessments, & tools Creating supporting materials Testing the program Creating proposals Building rapport Pulling it all together