Why Attend:

By the end of the course, each learner will:

• Outline concepts and theories underlying the delivery and evaluation of training interventions.
• Explore elements impacting the effectiveness of training sessions, including the learning environment.
• Demonstrate awareness of Equality, Diversity, and Disability in the context of current legislation.
• Understand the Training Cycle and the importance of Training Needs Identification & Design.
• Deliver training content using various training aids effectively.

Who Should Attend:

Key Features of the Course:

• Comprehensive Training: Covers key topics like training delivery, evaluation, learning styles, and effective presentation skills.
• Flexible Learning: Access to both live sessions and pre-recorded lessons, with ongoing Q&A support.
• Experienced Trainer: Led by Joanne O’Brien, a certified professional with over 15 years of industry experience.
• Practical Skills Development: Focus on real-world application, including lesson planning, using training aids, and handling diverse audiences.
• QQI Certification: Earn a QQI Level 6 Minor Award upon completing assessments and a skills demonstration.

Meet Your Tutor:

Joanne O’Brien has over 15 years of experience as a Sales & Marketing Manager across consumer products, financial services, and consultancy services.  As a certified QQI Train the Trainer professional, Joanne is passionate about delivering high-quality training and helping businesses and individuals enhance their skills and drive business and personal growth.  Joanne brings her vibrant enthusiasm for training to every course she delivers. Her resulting style is participative and inclusive, which empowers learners to develop their skills and achieve great results from training.

Course Content:

Topic 1: The Learning Process & Identifying Training Needs

This course covers the 4 Stages of Learning, Adult Learning Principles, and Identifying Learning Styles to help trainers create engaging and impactful sessions. You’ll also develop skills in Training Needs Analysis (TNA) by exploring the Systematic Training Cycle and learning how to gather and analyse training needs effectively.

Topic 2: Training Objectives & Methods

Learn how to set clear training objectives and explore various training methods to suit different learning styles. This section also focuses on building confidence in delivering training using different approaches to maximise learner engagement.

Topic 3: Training Design & Delivery

Discover how to structure effective training sessions, from creating lesson plans to using PowerPoint effectively. Gain skills in writing impactful opening and closing sessions, engaging diverse audiences, and managing difficult delegates. Learn to overcome nervousness, project confidence, and deliver training with enthusiasm.

Topic 4: Evaluation of Training

Understand how to measure training effectiveness using Kirkpatrick’s 4 Levels of Evaluation. Learn to design evaluation forms, analyse results, and create structured evaluation plans to assess learner progress and improve future training sessions.

Course Content:

Topic 1: The Learning Process & Identifying Training Needs

• The 4 Stages of Learning
• Adult Learning Principles
• Identifying Learning Styles
• The Systematic Training Cycle
• Gathering and Analysing Training Needs
• Compiling a Training Needs Analysis (TNA) Report

Topic 2: Training Objectives & Methods

• Setting Training Objectives
• Understanding Different Training Methods
• Developing Confidence Using Various Training Methods

Topic 3: Training Design & Delivery

• Structuring a Training Course
• Creating Lesson Plans
• Effective Use of PowerPoint
• Writing Effective Opening and Closing Sessions
• Engaging Audiences of All Sizes
• Handling Difficult Delegates
• Overcoming Nervousness and Anxiety
• Projecting Confidence and Enthusiasm

Topic 4: Evaluation of Training

• Kirkpatrick’s 4 Levels of Training Evaluation
• Designing Evaluation Forms
• Analysing Evaluation Projects
• Creating Evaluation Plans and Mechanisms
• Gathering and Interpreting Evaluation Data

Certification:

• Award: QQI Level 6 Minor Award (15 credits)
• Certification Process: Complete the 3-day course, engage in self-directed learning and assessment work, and submit a skills demonstration video and other required assessments within 6 weeks.