Developing Training

Competencies Obtained

On completion of this course participants will be able to:

• Explain the importance of using a training needs analysis (TNA) to design a focused training program.
• More effectively select and justify the best training delivery method(s).
• Write clear, measurable learning objectives.
• Better design valid, reliable assessments aligned to the training’s learning objectives.
• Create or source more engaging, well-structured training materials.
• Apply active learning to boost engagement and retention.
• Explain how to plan and run an effective pilot and use the feedback gained to improve the quality of your training.

Who Should Enroll?

• Aviation personnel responsible for planning, designing, and/or delivering workplace training.
• Those new to workplace training who need foundational trainer skills.
• Experienced workplace trainers seeking to update and enhance their skills.
• Subject matter experts (SMEs) who are called upon to share technical knowledge with learners.
• Personnel tasked with providing on-the-job instruction to staff.
• Anyone interested in developing their training and facilitation skills.

Course Content

This course covers the following topics:

1. Designing the Training Program

• Translating TNA findings into a structured program design.
• Ensuring your training meets learner and business needs.

2. Choosing the Right Training Method(s)

• The strengths and limitations of different training delivery methods.
• Identifying the most appropriate method(s) for your context.

3. Defining Learning Objectives

• What are learning objectives and why are they so important?
• Characteristics of good learning objectives.

4. Designing Assessments

• Types of assessments and when to use them.
• Introduction to designing valid, reliable, and useful assessments.

5. Writing or Sourcing the Course Content

• How to select, structure, and create the required training materials.
• Best practice features for training materials (e.g., presentation materials, videos, etc.)
• Creating inhouse vs. outsourcing the training design.

6. Developing Engaging Training

• How adults learn – and how to design your training accordingly.
• Designing training that promotes active learning and retention.
• Getting the timing and pacing right.

7. Piloting and Refining

• Why it’s so important to pilot your training, and how to run an effective pilot.

Assessment

This course includes an integrated online assessment. Candidates must successfully complete the assessment to receive a Certificate of Completion for the course.