TRAINING PROGRAMME (Design)

TRAINING PROGRAMME (Design)

1. 1. Factors to consider when designing a training program

   • 1.1 DEFINE OBJECTIVES
     • Training program objectives tells you where the program is going and how to know when you have reached your desired target
       • Performance
         • What trainee is expected to do to be considered competent.
       • Conditions
         • Describes the important conditions under which the performance is to occur
       • Criteria
         • How well trainee must perform to be considered acceptable
   • 1.2 DEVELOP LESSON PLAN
     • Trainer's guide for actual delivery of the training content
       • E.g. Content covered, Timing of each activity, selection of method to be used, Trainer activity
   • 1.3 SELECT TRAINER
     • A trainer needs the competencies and subject matter expertise to train in high demand areas.
       • Do's & Don't's of a trainer
   • 1.5 TRAINING METHODS
     • Delivery Methods
       • On-the-job
         • Job Instruction Training
         • Job rotating
         • Coaching
         • Mentoring
       • Off-the-job
         • Non-Experiential
           • Lecture
           • Discussion
           • Audiovisual
             • Static media (handouts, books)
             • Dynamic media (DVD, video)
             • Telecommunication (internet)
         • Experiential
           • Case studies
           • Simulations
           • Role play
           • Behavioural Modelling
           • Outdoor Education
           • Computer Based Training
     • Factors to consider when selecting appropriate method
       • Objectives of program
       • Time & money available
       • Trainees characteristics & preference
       • Availability of other resources
   • 1.4 DEVELOP MATERIALS
     • (1) Program Announcements
     • (2) Program outlines
     • (3) Training manuals
   • 1.6 SCHEDULE PROGRAM
     • During work hours
     • After work hours

2. 2. Factors to consider when selecting participants

   • Who can benefit from the training?
   • What program are required by law?
   • Should training be voluntary or compulsory

3. 3. "MAKE-VERSUS-BUY" decision

   • Factors to consider before purchasing an HRD program
     • Expertise
     • Timeliness
     • Number of Trainees
     • Subject Matter
     • Cost
     • Size of HRD