Training & Development

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What is Training?
A planned process to modify attitude, knowledge or skill behaviour through learning experience to achieve effective performance in an activity or range of activities. Its purpose, in the work situation, is to develop the abilities of the individual,
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What is the three main reasons for training?
Induction Change in procedure To become more competitive
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What is "On-the-Job" training?
On-the-job training, also known as OJT, is a hands-on method of teaching the skills, knowledge, and competencies needed for employees to perform a specific job within the workplace. Employees learn in the environment where they will need to practice
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What is "Off-the-Job" training?
Off-the-job training occurs when employees are taken away from their place of work to be trained. Common methods of off-the-job training include: Day release (employee takes time off work to attend a local college or training centre)
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What are the Advantages of "On-the-Job" training?
Generally most cost-effective Employees are actually productive Opportunity to learn whilst doing Training alongside real colleagues
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What are the Disadvantages of "On-the-Job" training?
Quality depends on ability of trainer and time available Bad habits might be passed on Learning environment may not be conducive Potential disruption to production
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What are the Advantages of "Off-the-Job" training?
A wider range of skills or qualifications can be obtained Can learn from outside specialists or experts – higher quality training Employees can be more confident when starting job
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What are the Disadvantages of "Off-the-Job" training?
More expensive – e.g. transport and accommodation Lost working time and potential output from employee New employees may still need some induction training Employees now have new skills/qualifications and may leave for better jobs
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