Training Needs Analysis

Training Needs Analysis

 :OBJECTIVES

By the end of the program participants will be able to:

1. Understand and use four different approaches to identifying training needs
2. Understand merits and disadvantages of each system

Course Outline:

Select the most appropriate method to identify needs within their organization.

Basic approaches to identifying training needs:

• Performance Analysis
• Task Analysis
• Competency Study
• Training Needs Survey
• Comparative Study

Training Needs Survey:

• Using Questionnaires
• Interviewing Managers
• Analyzing Data

Competency Study:

• Collecting Data
• Utilizing Competency Framework
• Using Levels

Task Analysis:

• DACUM
• Creating Tables
• Assessing Performance

Performance Analysis:

• Training Teams
• Observing average and above average performance
• Building a model

Using Appraisal Data:

• Identifying Trends
• Using Clusters
• Differentiating between training and coaching needs

TARGET AUDIENCE:

All managers or supervisors, whether in an HR or line management role, who want an understanding of the purpose and principles of Training Needs Analysis that will form the basis of an ongoing development process for their staff.