Training Needs Analysis: Practical Workshop

Course Introduction

Designed for professionals in Train the Trainer & Instructional Design, this five-day workshop-based course builds practical command of Training Needs Analysis. Every session pairs a clear concept with a workplace exercise, so learning turns into capability rather than notes.

Training Objectives

• 01Describe how Training Needs Analysis is defined, governed and measured in international practice
• 02Work through typical situations in classroom delivery, learning design and evaluation using structured Training Needs Analysis techniques
• 03Recognise common risks, errors and non-conformities linked to Training Needs Analysis — and how to prevent them
• 04Choose the right indicators and records to monitor Training Needs Analysis over time
• 05Translate the course learning into a realistic plan agreed with your line manager

What You Will Take Away

• Decision frameworks and discussion guides for your team
• A personal development action plan
• A 30-60-90 day implementation plan for your own workplace

Who Should Attend

• Corporate Trainers & Facilitators
• L&D Professionals
• Subject-Matter Experts becoming Trainers
• HR & Training Coordinators

Prerequisites: Open to all levels; participants are encouraged to bring a real work challenge.

Training Methodology

Learning happens by doing — teams work through practical tasks, present their results and receive immediate feedback. Case material and examples are drawn from classroom delivery, learning design and evaluation.

Day-by-Day Programme (5 Days)

• Day 1
  Where Training Needs Analysis fits

  How Training Needs Analysis connects to wider operations in classroom delivery, learning design and evaluation, plus the essential vocabulary.

• Day 2
  Working with the standards

  Interpreting and applying the codes and good-practice guidance that govern Training Needs Analysis.

• Day 3
  Tools and techniques lab

  Guided practice with the tools, checklists and templates used for Training Needs Analysis.

• Day 4
  Risk, compliance and case review

  Analysis of incidents and cases to see where Training Needs Analysis succeeds or breaks down.

• Day 5
  Consolidate and plan

  Capstone discussion, action planning and a closing assessment.

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