Training and Development Managers
Human Advantage 80%
Strongly human-essential role
AI Automation Risk Low Risk
1.6 / 10
This occupation requires complex human judgment, social interaction, and creative problem-solving that are difficult to automate.
Plan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization.
Also Known As: Apprenticeship Consultant, Development Associate, Development Coordinator, Development Director, E-Learning Manager (Electronic Learning Manager), Education and Development Manager, Education and Training Manager, Employee Development Director +25 more
Core Tasks
- Analyze training needs to develop new training programs or modify and improve existing programs.
- Evaluate instructor performance and the effectiveness of training programs, providing recommendations for improvement.
- Plan, develop, and provide training and staff development programs, using knowledge of the effectiveness of methods such as classroom training, demonstrations, on-the-job training, meetings, conferences, and workshops.
- Confer with management and conduct surveys to identify training needs based on projected production processes, changes, and other factors.
- Conduct orientation sessions and arrange on-the-job training for new hires.
- Train instructors and supervisors in techniques and skills for training and dealing with employees.
- Develop and organize training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials.
- Prepare training budget for department or organization.
- Develop testing and evaluation procedures.
- Conduct or arrange for ongoing technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
- Review and evaluate training and apprenticeship programs for compliance with government standards.
Supplemental Tasks (1)
- Coordinate established courses with technical and professional courses provided by community schools, and designate training procedures.
Emerging Tasks
New and evolving responsibilities for this role:
- Confer with management or stakeholders and conduct surveys to identify training needs based on projected production processes, changes, and other factors.
- Evaluate instructor performance and the effectiveness of training programs, providing data and recommendations for improvement.
- Train instructors, supervisors, and other leaders in techniques and skills for training and interacting with employees.
Education & Training
Job Zone 4 Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Education: Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Experience: A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
On-the-Job Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
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Where This Career Leads
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