03. Types of training and development

 

Types of Training and Development

              Training Process in HRM

These training programmes can be broadly divided into on-the-job and off-the-job categories:

01. On-the-job training uses the same tools, equipment, documentation, and resources that students will use after finishing their training and is conducted in a normal work environment. On-the-job training is typically regarded as the most advantageous for vocational labour.

02. Off-the-job training occurs away from regular work environments, suggesting that the individual is not considered to be a directly productive worker at that time. One benefit of off-the-job training is that it gives employees time away from their jobs to focus more intently on the training itself. It has been shown that this kind of instruction is more successful at ingraining thoughts and ideas. (Disha Singh(2022 April)).

Comparison between On-the-Job and Off-the-Job Training

BASIS FOR COMPARISON	ON-THE-JOB TRAINING	OFF-THE-JOB TRAINING
Meaning	On the job training refers to a form of training which is provided at the work place during the performance of the actual job.	When the employees are given training outside the actual work location, such a type of training is termed as off the job training.
Approach	Practical	Theoretical
Active participation	Yes	No
Location	At the workplace	Away from the workplace
Principle	Learning by performing	Learning by acquiring knowledge
Work disruption	No, because trainees produce the products during learning.	Yes, because first training is provided which is followed by a performance.
Carried out by	Experienced employees	Professionals or experts.
Cost	Inexpensive	Expensive
Suitable for	Manufacturing firms	Non-manufacturing firms

                                                                                                                               July 16, 2019 by Surbhi S

Orientation Training

Upon hiring a new employee, the company typically requires them to complete orientation or induction training. It serves as a means of acclimating a new hire to his workplace and coworkers. The employee receives information on the policies, benefits, and operations of the company during the induction training.

In addition to assisting the new hire in settling in to his position and workgroup, the induction training boosts morale inside the company.

Job Training

Job training is done to help employees become more knowledgeable about the work they are involved in, which will boost their productivity and skill set. It teaches the workers how to operate machinery and equipment safely, reduce waste, and avoid accidents, among other things.

An employee is given a new task and instructions on how to complete it for this reason. Its main goals are to help employees acquire the knowledge and behaviours that align with the organization's current procedures and to help them focus on their current issues.

Promotional Training

Many organisations have a policy of promoting current staff members to occupy some of the higher-level positions. The policy seems to boost employee morale. As current employees advance to higher positions within the company, they are expected to take on new duties. They receive the proper training in order for this.

Refresher Training

As time goes on, workers could forget some of the tactics they were trained, or they might have become out of date due to advancements in technology and better production and management practises. Therefore, to provide current employees a chance to brush up on and expand upon their knowledge, refresher training is organised.

Safety Training

The series of exercises designed to give employees the know-how and abilities to carry out their jobs in a safe and efficient manner is referred to as safety training. This kind of training teaches people how to recognise, report, and handle workplace mishaps in addition to educating them on the dangers and hazards connected to different work tasks.

Training Methods for All Tastes and Needs

In summary, businesses require ongoing employee training in order to grow and succeed. Businesses cannot compete if their staff do not continue to upgrade their abilities.

Effective training depends on selecting the best training approach for your staff. Also, you might benefit from utilising a variety of training techniques. It all relies on the purpose and audience for whom you are providing the training programme.

The effectiveness of any training programme depends critically on how well your training methods match your objectives and target audience. Choosing the best training approach increases employee skill and job satisfaction and alignment with your business. (Emily Gore (2023 Feb)

References

1. Singh D. (2022 April 20),  Types of Training in HRM, [Online], Available at: https://getuplearn.com/blog/types-of-training-in-hrm/ [ Accessed on 11th of November 2023]
2. Surbhi S. (2019 July 16),  Difference between On-the-job and Off-the-job training, [Online], Available at: https://keydifferences.com/difference-between-on-the-job-and-off-the-job-training.html [ Accessed on 11th of November 2023]
3. Gore E. (2023 Feb 09), Training Methods for All Tastes and Needs [Online], Available at: https://elmlearning.com/blog/training-methods/ [ Accessed on 11th of November 2023]