Corporate Trainer how-to
How to Run a Training Needs Assessment
Training should fix real problems.
Quick answer
Training should fix real problems. In short: talk; review; observe, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Talk with managers about performance gaps.
Review data such as errors or turnover.
Observe employees.
Separate training needs from other issues.
Define learning objectives.
Propose a solution.
Safety reminders for corporate trainers
- Make training accessible to all learners
- Protect employee data
- Follow safety rules when training in plants
- Travel safely between sites
Key terms
ADDIE · Needs assessment · Learning objective · LMS · E-learning · Blended learning: see the full corporate trainer glossary.