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Train the Trainer (TOTLearning Objectives
Upon completing this Train the Trainer course, you will be able to:
Identify the characteristics of an exceptional trainer
Conduct short group training sessions that incorporate key training concepts Explain what a solid training program looks like
Recognize the importance of considering the participants and their training needs, including the different learning styles and adult learning principles
Enhance your understanding of learning styles and how to accommodate them in the classroom
Develop an effective training style, using appropriate training aids and techniques
Understand the key principles of effective communication in a workshop setting Explain various methods for making lecture-based programs active
Describe a needs analysis and why it is a necessary step in any training program Know how to write training objectives and evaluate whether these objectives have been met at
the end of a training session Develop a training program structure
Develop a plan and prepare for an effective training session Present information in a clear, concise, engaging manner
Participants will demonstrate successful understanding of key concepts during 3 practice presentations
throughout the course.
Why you should join our TOT course
Explore a new career as a trainer
Increase your market value and extend your income stream
Transition from traditional lecture-based, instructor-centered training to a dynamic,
participant-centered, multi-sensory learning format
Learn how to transfer your knowledge and skills efficiently and effectively
Acquire new techniques that will dramatically accelerate learners' acquisition of knowledge
and skills Enrich your personal experience by teaching
others Learn how to design an interactive course
Course Outline
Part I: Facilitation Skills
The objective of this part is to prepare a professional trainer who has effective presentation and
facilitation skills. Participants will practice delivery through several rounds of short presentations and
training sessions. Participants will learn how to use advanced training aides and tools including case
studies, role-plays, surveys, self-assessments, and Audio/Visual tools.
Key topics covered are:
What makes a Good Trainer
Introductory presentation: Assessing your delivery skills Characteristics of an Effective Trainer
Elements of a successful training program Common Errors in Training
Tuning Your Facilitation Skills
The Art of Facilitation
Developing your training style Tuning your presentation skills
Planning and preparing your training session Focusing your energy on the training session
Overcoming Nervousness
Creating a relaxing and interactive training environment
Your Role as an Effective Communicator Using non-verbal communication and effective body language Setting the climate – Icebreakers
Managing the Question and Answer Period Dealing with Difficult Trainees
Handling Difficult Situations when delivering training
Using Training Aides Effectively
Using Visual Aids effectively Selecting suitable audio visual tools
Practicing the use of case studies in training: Cassettes, short cases and Harvard-style long cases
Practicing the use of role plays in training Using in-class hands-on exercises, self-assessments and surveys
Practice Sessions
Second Presentation: Practicing Delivery
Part II: Instructional System Design
The objective of this module is to teach participants how to develop a training course. They will know
the key concepts related to adult learning, writing learning outcomes, training course design and
training evaluation.
Key topics covered are:
How do adults learn?
Principles of Adult Learning Motivating the adult learner
Training Program Design and Planning
Designing the training program Writing learning objectives based on Bloom’s taxonomy
Planning a Workshop Preparing a Lesson plan
Designing and conducting on-the-job-training
Assessing and evaluating training
Assessment of learning objectives Evaluation of training
Final Assessment
Final Assessment Presentation
Course Duration
10 training days