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Advanced Skills for the Practical Trainer

$599.00

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SHORT DESCRIPTION:

To begin, you will explore the trainers role and what skills and competencies trainers should have. Then you will learn about the learning process and different learning styles, and apply that knowledge to designing programs and motivating learners. You will also learn ways to manage the stress of training, plan a workshop, and lead a training session. Then, you will learn techniques for dealing with difficult participants, evaluating learning, and conducting on-the-job follow-up. Alternative training methods, such as eLearning, co-facilitation, and team teaching will also be covered.

  • Duration approximately 6 hours.
  • Access period 30 days.
  • Self-Study Guide provided.
  • Quick Reference Guide provided.
  • Certificate of Completion provided.
  • Content last updated January 2020.
  • A full description of this course is located below.

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Behind every spectacular training session is a lot of preparation and meticulous attention to detail. The truly skilled trainer can make a program exciting. The learners will have fun while they are learning if the facilitator is able to involve their emotions as well as their minds. You will see the involvement, and you will feel the energy. To reach this stage as an adult educator isn’t always easy, but success isn’t just for the naturally gifted. It is possible for all of us who put effort into our personal growth and development. We want the enormous satisfaction that comes from working with others to help them reach their potential as human beings. This three-day workshop will help you reach that goal.

NOTE: We strongly recommend completing our The Practical Trainer workshop before taking this course.Take the challenge out of adult training: you don’t have to do it all yourself! This course provides trainers with a train-the-trainer course for trainers looking for advanced experience. Learners will achieve a deeper understanding of the trainer’s role and training competencies. They will take on the challenge of team teaching in your supportive training environment as a capping exercise to learning about making adjustments to the training program, customising materials, using the four levels of evaluation, and the benefits to over-planning. They’ll also learn how to lower their own stress levels as they develop skill at lowering stress in the training environment. These training materials include content rich courseware designed with the busy trainer in mind.

What Will Students Learn?

  • Demonstrate your understanding of learning styles and how to accommodate all four learning styles in the classroom
  • Apply the key principles of effective communication in a workshop setting
  • Use a variety of training techniques to stimulate participation
  • Develop a plan and prepare for an effective training session
  • Explain the different levels of evaluation and when to use each
  • Identify advanced interventions for difficult situations
  • Put your skills to work for a team presentation

What Topics are Covered?

  • Preparing to learn and understanding learning
  • Competencies for adult educators
  • Accommodating learning preferences
  • Increasing your expertise and using existing materials
  • Planning a workshop, including preparing visual aids
  • Effective communication (incl. questioning)
  • Kirkpatrick’s levels of evaluation
  • On-the-job support
  • Managing stress and dealing with difficult situations
  • Training in different forums (i.e. virtual learning)
  • Mock training presentations

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