Employee Training on Demand (Just-In-Time) - Needs Based Training in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

<body> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" border="0"> <tr> <td width="85%"> <p><a href="../home.html" target="_top">Home</a> > <a href="../h-training-development.html" target="_top">Training</a> ></p></td> <td width="15%" valign="top"> <a href="#bottom"><script language="javascript" type="text/javascript" src="downseo.js"></script></a> </td> </tr></table> <hr /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" width="100%" border="0"> <tr> <td width="*"> <h1>Need specific employee training? Introducing "on-demand" training based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia</h1> </td> <td width="140" valign="top"> <a href="on-demand.html" target="top"><script language="javascript" type="text/javascript" src="../scripts/pft.js"></script></a></td> </tr></table> <hr /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" border="0"> <tr> <td width="*"> <p class="explain"><a href="../hbackground.html" target="_top">Derek Stockley</a> introduces a new training service that meets the need for urgent employee training when a public short course is not available, and <a href="in-house-training-h.html" title="Outlines Derek's in-house training program service." target="_top">inhouse training</a> is not viable. Just-in-time (JIT) programs include: train the trainer, leadership training and management skills, soft skills and human resources( including recruitment and selection).</p> <a name="#list1"><br /><h2>Meeting the employee training need</h2></a> <p>People often require training at short notice. Sometimes a suitable public training course (short course) cannot be found because of different needs and time availability.</p> <p>In addition, business demands require flexibility. Providers of public courses are increasingly finding that last minute registrations are becoming normal, because people need to keep their options open. This new service provides greater flexibility.</p> <p>This new <strong> on-demand service</strong> is a viable alternative to <a href="in-house-training.html" title="Outlines Derek's in-house training program service.">inhouse training</a> because it is designed for situations where only <b>one, two, three or four</b> people need training.</p> <p>Whilst <a href="../eindex2aa.html" title="Link to free e-journey on elearning, a comprehensive guide to the key issues" target="_blank">e-learning</a> provides a solution it some cases, some training is best provided in a "live" training event, with participant input and participation. This is particularly true if the training has been designed for the individual and specific needs of the participants.</p> </td> <td width="140" valign="top" class="greywhite"><div class="greywhite" ><br />A new "on demand" training service that can provide relevant and targeted training "just-in-time" when a public short course is not available and inhouse training is not appropriate.</div></td></tr></table> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" width="100%" border="0"> <tr> <td width="*"> <a name="#list2"><br /><h2>How does this training service work?</h2></a> <p>There are two options.</p> <h3>"On-the-job" Training/Coaching session</h3> <p>In some cases, an informal "on-the-job" training session can be organised, particularly in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne.</p> <p>This training is on a specific topic related to a specific need.</p> <p>This method can be very cost effective for two, three or four people. This is because the training/coaching is directly related to actual needs.</p> <p>For example, two marketing staff recently required assistance to improve their sales presentations. The staff used the PowerPoint presentation software. </p> <p>The half day session covered general presentation techniques and design improvements to an actual presentation. Both staff also did mini-presentations (filmed) and received feedback on public speaking aspects as well as their interaction/use of the PowerPoint presentation and equipment.</p> <p>The training thus covered topics typically found in a one day Public Speaking/Presentations course as well as a one/two day basic/advanced PowerPoint course. As they already had existing skills, they did not have to "revise" material that they already knew - a major time/cost saving.</p> <p>The specific topic can be drawn from the topic areas listed below.</p> <p><b>To obtain a quote, see:</b> <a href="on-demand-e.html">On-Demand Registration</a>.</p> <h3>Combining different groups</h3> <p>Individuals and organisations "register" (see below). When a small group with a similar need, normally five or more people, have registered, contact is made and the program is organised.</p> <p>Registration is on a no obligation basis, but it is <strong>essential</strong>. If you do not register, your training need is not known. Currently, there are many people with unsatisfied needs looking for training solutions. This service is designed to help.</p> <h3>How much do the programs cost?</h3> <p>In Australia, public courses normally cost between $300 and $600 (Australian) per day. The "on-demand" course will cost the same or less, particularly if one participant can provide a suitable venue for the group. (Yes - providing the venue entitles that participant, or their organisation, to a reduced fee!)</p> <h3>What are the advantages?</h3> <p>Participant needs are individually assessed, either through questionnaires or email/telephone. Participant needs are known prior to the course starting. Different information/learning needs can be met by a design incorporating <a href="../blended-learning.html" title="Explanation of blended training">blended learning</a>.</p> <p>The course fee is not bloated by expensive marketing costs. The focus is on a well planned and executed program designed to meet participant needs.</p> <h3>What are the disadvantages?</h3> <p>Some people like larger numbers for the opportunity to share experiences.</p> <p>However, this is compensated by the opportunity to not only share experiences, but also "work on" real life problems and solutions directly related to real needs.</p> </td> <td width="140" valign="top" class="greywhite"><div class="greywhite" ><br />The training programs are specially designed to reflect training needs and the training concentrates on current issues and challenges faced by participants.</div></td></tr></table> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" width="100%" border="0"> <tr> <td width="*"> <a name="#list2"><br /><h2>Available training course topics</h2></a> <p>These topics cover the general training areas covered by Derek Stockley.</p> <p>The ability to provide training is controlled by the topic and availability.</p> <p><a href="training-needs-analysis-h.html" title="More information about Derek's training needs analysis and the key issues involved." target="_top">Training Needs Analysis</a> - develops skills in the methods and approaches necessary to undertake a training needs analysis, skills inventory, gap analysis, etc.</p> <p><a href="trainer-development-h.html" title="More information about training others and the key topics involved." target="_top">Train the Trainer</a> - develops skills in designing and presenting training to individuals on-the-job or in small groups. Topics can include: needs analysis, design, evaluation, etc.. See also: <a href="presentation-skills.html">Presentation Skills</a>.</p> <p><a href="customer-service-h.html" title="More information about customer service training and the key approaches involved." target="_top">Customer Relations Training</a> - develops skills in dealing with customers, customer relations, handling difficult customers and related customer programs.</p> <p><a href="../performance/management-training-h.html" title="More information about performance management training and the key topics involved." target="_top">Performance Review Training</a> - all aspects of performance management, particularly how to conduct reviews (for team leaders, managers) and how to participate (employees).</p> <p><a href="leadership-management-h.html" title="More information about team leader and line management training.">Leadership and Management Training</a> - designed for those without formal supervisory and management training, topics can include: motivation, communication, leadership styles, management tasks.</p> <p><a href="general-training-h.html" title="More information about general training.">General Training - time, communication, negotiation</a> - a range of general business skills training.</p> <p><a href="human-resources-h.html" title="More information about HR training for staff and line management.">Human Resources</a> - topics include the recruitment and selection approach, preparing position documentation and conducting interviews and other selection methods.</p> </td> <td width="140" valign="top" class="greywhite"><div class="greywhite" ><br />On-demand or JIT programs cover:<br /><br /> - train the trainer<br /><br /> - leadership and management skills<br /><br /> - soft skills <br /><br /> - HR (recruitment and selection)</div></td></tr></table> </body>