Chose a topic around which to practice the steps in creating a training program.Use the topic you chose to perform a training needs analysis in order to identify gaps in trainee knowledge and identify the objectives for the training program.
Create a 4 page to discuss the below:
1. Describe the topic you have chosen to develop for your training program.
2. Describe how this training topic links to the overall strategic plan of the organization and how this training topic will provide overall value to the organization.
3. Describe what a training needs analysis is.
4. What should the trainees know or be able to do upon completion of the program?
5. Identify your sources.
6. Identify methods for determining what the trainees know or can already do prior to training.
7. How would you make use of individual employee analysis?
8. If you use a test, survey, interview, or questionnaire, describe the information you will be acquiring.
9. Identify the gaps you believe you would discover in the analysis.
Make some assumptions. If you are developing a program for an environment with which you are familiar, these might be based on your experiences; if not, use common sense. These gaps will become your objectives for the training program.
Based on your analysis, identify the objectives for the training program.
Requirements
Written communication: Communicate your thoughts in a manner that conveys the overall goals of the assignment and is consistent with APA (6th edition) standards for style and professionalism.
References: Your paper should include a reference list. Include at least 2 references from current peer-reviewed journals.
Format: You should use proper APA style in listing your references. Write your paper using Microsoft Word, not Works or Word Perfect.