Off The Job Training

Off The Job Training

1. Off the job training occurs when employees are taken away from their place of work to be trained

2. Methods Of Off The Job Training

   • Day release
   • Distance learning
   • Block release cources
   • Sponsored courses in higher education
   • Self study

3. Advantages

   • A wider range of skills or qualifications can be obtained
   • Can learn from outside experts
   • Employees can be more confident when starting the job

4. Disadvantages

   • More expensive
   • New employees may still need some induction training
   • Employees with better skills may leave for better jobs