Training Needs Assessment

We are often asked ‘why bother to assess training needs?’ The answer is simple; an effective assessment of training needs will enable you to:

• Identify the content of training
• Document the objectives of training
• Create the learning outcomes of training
• Establish whether or not particular forms of  training are actually required
• Design the evaluation of training that is developed, chosen and delivered;
• Support other human resource activities such as performance appraisal and management processes associated with the development of employees (i.e. through the use of competency frameworks).

Without a proper assessment of needs the following problems can occur:

• Poorly designed training
• The lack of training transfer
• Poor attendance at training
• Training content that is not seen to be of value for the job
• Lower levels of performance
• Poor evaluations of training
• Reduced investment in training

Taking the time to assess training needs can pay real dividends in both the short and long term.  

Contact Us for more information about our Training Services and how we can help.