Train the Trainer

The course is structured as follows:

Theories of Training and Adult Learning

• Apply principles of adult learning in a training situation
• Compare and contrast concepts of training and education
• Explore key principles and methodologies which underpin adult learning of learning styles, learning outcomes and essential techniques
• Evaluate the approaches of different adult learning theorists i.e. Knowles, Kolb,Honey and Mumford etc
• Assess the contribution of theorists to the psychology of learning

The Role of the Trainer

• Identify ways of getting your learners into a receptive state for learning
• Demonstrate effective communication skills
• Deliver the training at the right pace
• Balance distribution of content
• Identify ways to keep the Learners interested
• Outline the key responsibilities of a Facilitator
• Identify the reasons why Trainers need to ask the right questions
• Identify five key components of creating questions
• Use a variety of question techniques to handle questions in a training environment
• Use accepted techniques to increase learner participation
• Identify methods that you would use to handle a selection of behaviour types
• Explain the Coaching Concept

Training Needs Analysis and Programme Design

• Identify the different stages of the Training Cycle
• Analyse a Training Need
• Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of completing a Training Needs Analysis
• Outline the 4 steps used to perform a Training Needs Analysis
• Conduct a Training Needs Analysis
• Outline the 3 components of a Training Programme
• Compile a list of Learning Objectives (Outcomes)
• Justify how Learning Objectives can be used to evaluate learning effectiveness
• Design Learning programmes relevant to the identified needs of the Learners
• Write for your Learners

Preparing for Training and Delivery

• Plan the Delivery of a Training Session
• Prepare appropriate training methods for each element of the training session
• Produce exercises/activities for use within a training session
• Prepare and demonstrate the use of visuals aids in line with best practices

Delivery and Assessment

• Establish, promote and maintain a positive learning culture
• Demonstrate effective listening and feedback skills
• Demonstrate techniques designed to conceal the nerves
• Improve the learning efficiency of the learners
• Select the best training room configuration to suit the group
• Critically evaluate a range of assessment and delivery methods

Evaluation of Training

• Evaluate a Training Programme
• Evaluate a Learner Programme against Learning Objectives
• Gather input from Learners on Programme Effectiveness
• Identify opportunities for improvement of delivery
• Prepare a Programme Improvement Plan

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