The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development

Short training courses

Content of One-to-one and Small Group Training

DAY 1


Introduction


  • why train and develop staff on-the-job?
  • six-stage training model

Stage 1: Analyse the gap in performance


  • differentiating between training and non-training needs
  • using task lists
  • relating to NVQs

Stage 2: Target the training

  • preparing clear objectives

Stage 3: Plan the development strategy


  • consider your trainees
  • understand how people learn
  • the use of learning styles
  • involve your trainees in the plan

Stage 4: Select/develop learning methods


  • different approaches to on-the-job training
  • workplace performance aids
  • structuring training sessions
  • preparing trainer notes

Stage 5: Implement the training


  • checklist of delivery skills
  • listening, questioning and responding
  • maintaining interest
  • developing confidence to deliver training

DAY 2


Stage 5: Implement the training, continued


  • effective observation
  • giving constructive feedback
  • individual practice at delivering one-to-one or small group training
  • checking understanding

Stage 6: Follow-up, support and evaluation

  • keeping records
  • supporting your trainees after training
  • evaluating and assessing