Training officer jobs

Within an organization, the responsibility for training personnel falls on the shoulders of training officers or managers. They evaluate the staff's educational requirements and then design, implement, and manage training programs to satisfy those requirements. Learning and Development Officers is another name for these individuals.

The Work Being Done

It's possible that:

analyzing and having a conversation about the staff training requirements with the department managers, human resources officers, and other staff members

determining which training programs are going to be most beneficial for each kind of worker

determining how much everything will cost and sticking to the allotted money.

the development of the specifics of the courses, the establishment of a schedule, and the production of the training materials

selecting the most effective method for teaching each class, whether it be via lectures, videos, role playing, or group discussion

providing educational opportunities for members of the staff

When necessary, employing professional speakers and trainers from the outside community

determining the effectiveness of a training program by the use of interviews, questionnaires, or group discussions

modifying training programs to reflect the evolving requirements of the firm

Pay

The following numbers should only be used as a reference. The actual pay rates may vary based on the following factors:

where you make a living

the magnitude of the business or organization for which you work.

the level of competition for the job.

In Scotland, entry-level earnings for trained training officers or managers typically range from £20,000 to £25,000 per year. This may go to more than or close to $45,000 per year with sufficient expertise.

Conditions

You would have an office to call home, but you would probably spend a significant amount of time in classrooms or other training facilities.

It's possible that in order to organize classes or teach them, you'll need to go to other places. This may require staying away from home for many nights.

You would typically work during conventional office hours, which are Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, but you may sometimes be required to work late and/or conduct residential, evening, or weekend courses.

Getting In

Getting a job as a training officer right after graduating from high school, college, or university is not very common. The majority of new entrants start out by gaining relevant credentials and experience in the industry in which they want to later instruct others.

Starting out in the human resources or training department as a clerical or administrative assistant and working your way up the corporate ladder to become a training officer or manager is certainly doable.

In most cases, candidates must have completed certain courses, one of which must be English, and received a passing grade in either National 4 or 5 or Higher.

It is common practice for organizations to require candidates to have at least one of the following credentials: HNC (SCQF Level 7), HND (SCQF Level 8) or degree (SCQF Levels 9-10).

It doesn't matter what topic you study for your HNC, HND, or degree; nevertheless, human resource management, education, business studies, or psychology are highly applicable fields.

The typical admission criteria for an HNC or HND are one to two Highers, while the requirements for a degree are four to five Highers. There are several courses that will require for credentials that are higher than the minimal.

Participating in training that leads to a certification is beneficial. Those interested may acquire their Certificate in Learning and Development via the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).

If you deal with young people or adults who are vulnerable, you will be required to have a satisfactory PVG check, also known as a Protecting Vulnerable Groups check, to demonstrate that you are appropriate for this kind of work. For more information, please get in touch with Disclosure Scotland.

You might work for a private business in industry and commerce, a financial organization, a retail company, or even for the local or national government if they provide their employees with training.

What are the Prerequisites?

You are required to have:

those that are interested in assisting others in their professional growth

encouraging and sustaining one another

a master of organization

effective and receptive to change

possessing the ability to inspire others

capable of conducting a needs assessment of the employees and locating appropriate training

capable of both writing reports and maintaining records.

You are going to need to have:

good presentation skills

effective communication abilities both orally and in writing

It is sound business practice to ensure that every training is tailored to the requirements of the organization.

excellent IT skills.

Training

You would get training from an employer as well as acquire experience while working for them.

You might get certifications that are useful by studying in your spare time. This course may be taken on a part-time basis at a college or via online learning if you do not already possess the CIPD or the Certificate in Learning and Development.

You also have the option to participate in additional CIPD courses. The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) provides training at three distinct levels, namely Foundation, Intermediate, and Advanced.

If you already have a degree, you may be eligible to enroll in a postgraduate program that is offered on a part-time basis.

SVQs in Learning and Development are available at both Level 8 and Level 9 of the Scottish Competency Qualifications Framework.

You will be required to remain current with the latest technological developments.

Getting On

Becoming a member of the CIPD may be beneficial to the development of your professional life.

The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) offers three tiers of professional membership: Associate, Chartered, and Chartered Fellow. Acquiring academic credentials, in addition to the necessary experience and abilities, is necessary for making progress.

You also have the option of advancing your career and becoming a manager or training officer in a bigger firm or organization.

If you work for a bigger company, you have a better chance of being promoted to the position of senior training officer or training manager.

In addition, there are employment openings available with national training organizations as well as with private training providers.

You can consider becoming a freelance trainer or consultant, which would allow you to launch your own company.