Overview
Course duration: 3 days.
Covering the fundamentals of design, delivery and evaluation, this intensive course gives new trainers a unique opportunity to learn from the experts.
This practical three-day course provides a comprehensive foundation for new trainers in training session design, development and delivery. Delegate numbers are restricted to eight to allow time for the use of videos as an aid to training style development.
Is it right for me?
Suitable for new trainers and individuals who are looking to build their skills and confidence in training session planning, preparation and delivery of a variety of training solutions.
What will I learn?
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Clearly identify the requirements of your training role.
- Write appropriate training objectives.
- Identify appropriate training materials and structure content to meet the objectives of the group.
- Confidently deliver effective training sessions.
- Select and utilise effective visual aids to support your training sessions.
- Overcome difficult situations or problems which can occur during training sessions.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of your training against predetermined objectives.
What will it cover?
The Role of the Trainer
- Why organisations train
- Meeting the needs of the business
- Supporting organisational objectives and strategies
- The qualities of a successful trainer
The Learning Process
- How people learn
- Learning styles - maximising individual development through the learning process
- Identifying trainees - the selection criteria
- Adapting your training style to meet the needs of the groups
Establishing and Meeting Training Objectives
- Establishing and writing objectives - ensuring the success of your training sessions
- Building course content - deciding on depth and scope of material
- Sequencing materials and developing course structure
- Building in questions to support the learning process
Training Methods and Visual Aids
- Using visual aids for maximum effect - selecting appropriate visual aids
- Working with whiteboards, transparencies and flipcharts
- Using computer-based presentation packages
- Selecting appropriate training methods - trainee analysis
- Trainer-led facilitation and group discussion
- Training methods review - video, syndicate exercises, etc
Group Dynamics
- The make-up and structure of groups
- Anticipating and overcoming trainee problems
- Handling difficult trainees
Training Delivery and Evaluation
- Training exercises; design and delivery of training sessions
- Each delegate will undertake practical sessions through the duration of the course
- These encompass the writing of session objectives, content development and training delivery. Video will be used to aid this process.
Evaluating Training
- Effectively measuring learning outcomes
- Short and long term measurement
Personal Development
- Formulating an action plan
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Trainer Profile
Phil McKew
'I’m not sure how to structure this', 'Is there too much/enough in my session', 'This could be quite a dry session – how do I make it 'sexier?' and the ever popular 'How can I measure if it's really made a difference?' are amongst the recent questions we’ve tackled on this event. Come and find out some answers by attending…
Seriously what is great about this course is that apart from giving you a grounding or a refresher in the theory of training design delivery and evaluation you can also bring your real session plans, designs and other issues to this event before trying it out on fellow delegates with your material.
Both new trainers (full time or with training as a part of their role) and those seeking an update enjoy this event it walks through the learning process step by step from trainers and learners perspectives and you walk away with a lot of ideas and a spring in those steps !
The Faculty
Along with Matt Plant, Andy Kane and Debbie Austin, Phil McKew is part of the dedicated faculty team who will deliver this course.
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Testimonial
Caroline Finch, Training Co-ordinator
Hyder
"A well presented and researched course, providing a comprehensive understanding of the skills I needed."