Staff Development and Training

This course focuses on the strategies and techniques used to improve employee performance and support career development through effective training programs. This course covers the entire training cycle, including needs assessment, program design, implementation, and evaluation. Students will learn how to create and deliver impactful training initiatives that align with organizational goals, enhance employee skills, and foster professional growth. Topics also include learning theories, adult education principles, e-learning platforms, and measuring the return on investment (ROI) of training programs.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Training Needs Assessment: Students will learn how to conduct thorough needs assessments to identify skill gaps and development opportunities within an organization, ensuring that training programs are relevant and effective.
• Program Design and Delivery: Develop the ability to design, implement, and deliver engaging and effective training programs using a variety of methods, including in-person workshops, online learning, and blended learning approaches.
• Learning Theories and Methods: Gain an understanding of adult learning theories and instructional design principles, allowing students to tailor training methods to different learning styles and organizational contexts.
• Evaluation and ROI Measurement: Learn how to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs by using key performance indicators (KPIs) and measuring the return on investment (ROI) to ensure that training initiatives contribute to organizational success.

These outcomes aim to prepare students for roles in human resources, learning and development, or organizational leadership, equipping them with the skills to design, implement, and evaluate staff development and training programs effectively.