Be Choosy When Selecting Training Techniques

Indeed, with so many choices out there, it can be daunting to determine which methods to use and when to use them, especially when you consider that using several methods for each training session may actually be the most effective way to help employees learn and retain information.

 

But before considering specific training techniques, answer these overall questions regarding each training session. Your answers to these questions begin the narrowing process for your training choices.

 

1. What are your training goals for this session?

• New skills
• New techniques for old skills
• Better workplace behavior
• A safer workplace
• A fair and equal workplace free of discrimination and harassment

2. Who is being trained?

• New employees
• Seasoned employees
• Upper management

3. What is your training budget?

 

4. How much time has been allocated for training within your organization?

 

5. What training resources and materials do you have at your disposal?