Train-the-Trainer (two-day immersion program)

Effective Training Techniques for Adult Professionals in Today’s Workplace


Traditional training approaches are becoming obsolete. Today’s adult learners typically lose 90 percent of what they have been taught in just 90 days. Our signature two-day Train-the-Trainer program teaches trainers how to create effective learning environments by using innovative and dynamic approaches to training.

Trainers will equipped with effective preparation and presentation skills, as well as tools and best practices on engaging adult learners. Discover how to use advanced training aids including interactive activities, surveys, self-assessments, and creative ideas for audio/visual tools. New trainers will develop a strong foundation in essential and effective training skills, and seasoned trainers will be introduced to new approaches for delivering dynamic training.

Here’s a sample of training outcomes:

Day 1: Instructional Design
• Conducting Organizational Assessments and Identifying Training needs
• Principles of Adult Workplace Learning
• Motivating the Adult Professional Learner
• How to engage a Diverse Audience (genders, generations, and cultures)
• Adult Learning Obstacles and how to Overcome Them
• How to Maximize Retention of Content with Post-training Action Plans
• Mastering the Biggest Obstacles to Learning Transfer
• Power Presenting: Assessing your Delivery Skills

Day 2: Presenting and Facilitation Skills
• Characteristics of an Effective Trainer
• Elements of a Transformational Training Session
• Top Trainer Mistakes to Avoid
• Maximizing Effectiveness of Flip charts, White boards and Visual aids
• Establishing the Environment– introductions and participant icebreakers
• Seating Arrangements: Make sure participants stay engaged and focused
• Dealing with Interruptions, Difficult and Disruptive Participants
• Building Rapport with the Audience to Open up, Share and Discuss and More!

 

This course qualifies for .6 CEU credits. Learn more about on-site training