Workplace Training is an essential investment for any business aiming to thrive within their industry. Implementing and providing access to appropriate training not only equips employees with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively carry out their roles, but also fosters a culture of continuous progression while supporting career development, allowing employees to grow.
Remember, when considering implementing training for your team, or before engaging in a training course, that one method of training may not necessarily be appropriate to deliver all types of information. Before deciding on a method of training to implement, or partake in, ensure to consider the type of information being shared, and what task or duty this is relative to in the person’s role.
There are a number of different types of training which can be considered:
E-Learning: This method of training is beneficial for delivering information, and testing content, which is useful for compliance training, particularly surrounding health and safety, or company policies.
On the Job training: This method of training is useful for visual or kinesthetic learners and can be used to instruct and teach employees daily tasks or duties expected of them in their role.
Instructor-led training: Instructor-led training can be delivered in person, or online. While all types of training can be instructor led, it is particularly suitable for complex topics, allowing more conversation surrounding the area, and allows for ample questions and dialogue from the learner.
Coaching: While coaching and on-the-job training appear similar, coaching involves a mentor-mentee relationship, and involves regular meetings, advise sessions and plenty of self-reflection and assessment working towards professional development.
Benefits of Training:
Here’s a closer look at the benefits of training to both employers, and employees:
Benefits to Employers:
- Improved quality and compliance:
Training ensures the team are up to date, and familiar with the company’s standards, regulatory requirements and policies. This reduces the likelihood of substandard service and reduces the risk of non-compliance issues surrounding your statutory obligations.
- Enhanced employee engagement:
Purpose, trust and development are all key factors in boosting employee engagement. Engaged employees are more committed to their work, and value the success of the business. Appropriate training can boost employee engagement by making employees feel competent and confident in their abilities and knowledge. - Reduced turnover:
Skilled and trained employees naturally hold higher job satisfaction. Investing in employee development demonstrates a company’s commitment to its workforce, which can significantly boost employee satisfaction and loyalty. Employees who feel valued and see a clear path for career progression are less likely to seek opportunities elsewhere, reducing turnover rates and the associated costs of recruitment. - Increased productivity:
Well-trained employees are more efficient and effective in their roles. Well-trained employees are better equipped to navigate difficult workplace situations and are in a position to carry out their duties with ease, displaying a higher quality of work.
Benefits to Employees:
- Skill development: Training provides employees with an opportunity to develop new skills, while enhancing and building on existing ones. This not only makes them more productive in their current roles, but also prepares them for future positions.
- Career Advancement: Employees who engage in professional development and skill building via workplace training are often better positioned for internal promotions and opening up career progression opportunities. Openness and willingness to lean and develop demonstrates an employee’s readiness for increased responsibility.
- Increased Job satisfaction: Engaging in employer provided training better equips you to perform in your role and provides you with the required skills to deal with various workplace interactions you may encounter through your work.
- Autonomy: Engaging in workplace training provides employees with the skills and knowledge to carry their roles more effectively, providing employees with greater autonomy and ownership over their duties and outputs.
- Personal growth: Beyond professional benefits, workplace training can contribute to personal growth. It fosters a mindset of lifelong learning, encourages curiosity, and can lead to the development of new interests and passions. Personal growth training can improve the overall life satisfaction and well-being.
While the benefits of workplace training are often underestimated, the truth is quite the opposite. It is clear workplace training is important for facilitating the growth of teams, increasing retention and ultimately creates a win-win situation for everyone involved!