COURSE PROGRAMME

 

Module 1: Theory of Training and Adult Learning

Learners should be able to:

·         Compare and contrast concepts of training and education

·         Apply theoretical concepts to a coherent framework for training practice

·         Identify the prerequisites for effective communication in groups

·         Demonstrate an understanding of group dynamics

·         Explain key principles and methodologies, which underpin adult learning of learning styles, learning outcomes, essential techniques

·         Evaluate the approaches of different adult learning theorists e.g. Knowles, Kolb, Friere, Brookfield, Rogers,

·         Assess the contribution of theorists such as: Dewey, Gardner, Maslow, Piaget and Skinner to the psychology of learning

 

Module 2: The Role of the Trainer

Learners should be able to:

·         Outline the values which inform practice in training / training practices

·         Demonstrate good training practice

·         Describe different preferred learning styles, training styles and conflict resolution techniques

·         Deal with discriminatory attitudes and behaviours

·         Establish appropriate work boundaries

·         Identify personal training and development needs

 

Module 3: Training Needs Analysis & Programme Design

Learners should be able to:

·         Identify different job roles and the behaviours within those jobs

·         Identify training needs

·         Analyse training needs

·         Compile a list of learning and performance objective

·         Justify how learning objectives can be used to evaluate learning effectiveness

·         Design learning programmes relevant to the identified needs of learners

·         Ensure the programme conforms to the requirements of certification bodies where appropriate

 

Module 4: Preparing for Training Delivery

Learners should be able to:

·         Plan the delivery of a training session

·         Prepare appropriate training methods for each element of the training session

·         Produce exercises for use within a training session

·         Prepare any tools or visual aids for the training session eg overhead or power point slides, flipcharts etc.

 

Module 5: Delivery and Assessment

Learners should be able to:

·         Establish, promote and maintain a positive learning culture

·         Use a variety of relevant training strategies

·         Demonstrate effective listening and feedback skills

·         Evaluate progress on an on-going basis

·         Provider formative feedback to learners throughout the programme

·         Assess learners achievement of training objectives

·         Critically evaluate a range of assessment techniques

·         Critically evaluate a range of assessment and delivery methods

·         Plan the application of fair and consistent summative assessment techniques to ensure achieved and training outcomes

·         Distinguish between formative and summative assessment

·         Provide effective feedback on learner progress

 

Module 6: Evaluation of Training

Learners should be able to:

·         Evaluate a training programme

·         Evaluate learner progress against learning objectives

·         Gather input from learners on programme effectiveness

·         Identify opportunities for improvement of delivery

·         Prepare a programme improvement plan

 

Fetac Assessments:

Assignment 50% (Written Assignments)

Skills Demonstration 50% (Tutorial Presentation)