Training Needs Analysis (TNA) - Training and Consulting (training system)

<body>  <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" border="0"> <tr> <td width="*"> <div><a href="../home.html" target="_top">Home</a> > <a href="../hservices.html" target="_top">Services</a> > </div> </td> <td width="140" valign="top"> <br /> <a href="#bottom"><script language="javascript" type="text/javascript" src="scripts/down.js"></script></a> </td> </tr></table> <hr /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" width="100%" border="0"> <tr> <td width="*"> <h1>Training Needs Analysis (TNA)</h1> </td> <td width="140" valign="top"> <br /> <a href="../tna.html" target="blank"><script language="javascript" type="text/javascript" src="scripts/pft.js"></script></a></td> </tr></table> <hr /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" width="100%" border="0"> <tr> <td width="*"> <p><i>An explanation of training needs analysis (TNA) and a summary of Derek Stockley’s TNA experience. TNA is an important part of the training system. It is an important skill for any training consultant.</i><br /><br /></p> </td> <td width="140" valign="top" margin="5" class="greywhite"><div class="greywhite" >Introduction<br /></div> </tr></table> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" width="100%" border="0"> <tr> <td width="*"> <h2>Training Needs Analysis explained</h2> <p>Training needs analysis is the first critical stage in the training cycle. The others are design, presentation and evaluation. The cycle is continuous. The evaluation step includes a re-assessment of training needs. <br /><br /></p> </td> <td width="140" valign="top" margin="5" class="greywhite"><div class="greywhite" >TNA is part of the training cycle</div> </tr></table> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" width="100%" border="0"> <tr> <td width="*"> <p>There are many aspects to TNA, but the essential activity involves: </p> <p class="indent"><script language="javascript" type="text/javascript" src="../scripts/dotpoint.js"></script> determining what is required to complete the work activity; </p> <p class="indent"><script language="javascript" type="text/javascript" src="../scripts/dotpoint.js"></script> determining the existing skill levels of the staff completing the work: </p> <p class="indent"><script language="javascript" type="text/javascript" src="../scripts/dotpoint.js"></script> determining the training gap (if any). </p> <p>The training gap is the difference between <b>required</b> and <b>existing</b> skill levels. The word "skill" is generic in this case - it includes the knowledge, skills, attitude and aptitude required to undertake the activity efficiently and effectively. A common term also used is competency, a key concept used in the Australian vocational education system.<br /><br /></p> </td> <td width="140" valign="top" margin="5" class="greywhite"><div class="greywhite" >Training Gap - difference between required and existing skills</div> </tr></table> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" width="100%" border="0"> <tr> <td width="*"> <p> Training needs can be identified during the <a href="../h-performance-management.html" title="Information about a performance review training guide." target="_top">Performance Management</a> process. </p> <p>For a more detailed explanation, see:</p> <p> <a href="../a-training-needs.html">"Mission impossible"</a> - a light-hearted look at planning training, and </p> <p><a href="../a-hr-issues.html">Human resource issues need attention</a> - a formal look at identifying and meeting needs within a performance framework.</p> <p><a href="../training-overview.html" title="Opens page outlining Derek Stockley's thoughts on training">Setting training and learning at the right level</a> - more information about TNA and related issues.<br /><br /></p> </td> <td width="140" valign="top" margin="5" class="greywhite"><div class="greywhite" >TNA can be related to performance review and performance management systems</div> </tr></table> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" width="100%" border="0"> <tr> <td width="*"> <h2>TNA assignments and experience</h2> <p>Derek Stockley has been identifying training needs for many years. </p> <p>It is an important part of every training assignment. He has also completed formal projects for a variety of organisations. The largest involved co-ordinating a TNA for 6500 employees. </p> <p>If you are interested in having Derek assist with a training needs analysis, or organising a TNA training program <script language="javascript" type="text/javascript" src="../scripts/mailtotna.js"></script> or telephone or write to Derek Stockley at <a href="../hcontact.html" target="_top">Contact Details</a><br /><br /></p> <p>Alternatively, see: <a href="../h-training-courses.html" title="Information about the various training options available.">Training Courses and Programs</a>.<br /><br /></p> </td> <td width="140" valign="top" margin="5" class="greywhite"><div class="greywhite" >Derek Stockley can assist with all aspects of Training Needs Analysis</div> </tr></table> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" width="100%" border="0"> <tr> <td width="*"> <p>Training Needs Analysis is one aspect of the human resources consulting service provided, see: <a href="../services.html#hra">Human Resources Services</a>. </p> <p>TNA is also an important subject area in the <a href="../ttt.html">Train the Trainer</a> courses Derek conducts. </p> <p>Further information related specifically to training can be found at: <a href="../linkshr.html#list2" target="_top">Links - Training </a> and <a href="../h-training-development.html" title="A range of training and human resources development links." target="_top"> Training (Human Resources Development) Links</a>    <br /></p> </td> <td width="140" valign="top" margin="5" class="greywhite"><div class="greywhite" >Relevant resources</div> </tr></table> </body>