Training and Development
Types of Training
Key Takeaways
- There are several types of training we can provide
for employees. In all situations, a variety of training types will be
used, depending on the type of job.
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Technical training addresses software or other programs that employees use while working for the organization.
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Quality training is a type of training that
familiarizes all employees with the means to produce a good-quality
product. The ISO sets the standard on quality for most production and
environmental situations. ISO training can be done in-house or
externally.
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Skills training focuses on the skills that the
employee actually needs to know to perform their job. A mentor can help
with this kind of training.
- Soft skills are those that do not relate directly to our job but are important. Soft skills training may train someone on how to better communicate and negotiate or provide good customer service.
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Professional training is normally given
externally and might be obtaining certification or specific information
needed about a profession to perform a job. For example, tax accountants
need to be up to date on tax laws; this type of training is often
external.
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Team training is a process that empowers teams
to improve decision making, problem solving, and team-development
skills. Team training can help improve communication and result in more
productive businesses.
- To get someone ready to take on a management role, managerial training might be given.
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Safety training is important to make sure an organization is meeting OSHA standards. Safety training can also include disaster planning.