Training Flashcards
Outline the difference between training and development
Training is short term and development is long term
State three things an employee would find out on an induction day
-meet the employees
-know where everything is
-know where break room/toilets are
Outline the difference between on-the-job and off-the-job training
On the job is where the placement of job is an off the job is working on a different area but same job
State two advantage of on-the-job training.
-cheaper
-employee is trained the way the firm wants it done
Identify and explain one disadvantage of on-the-job training
Quality of training could be poor
Identify and explain one disadvantage of off-the-job training
May leave original firm for a better job due to employee now having those skills
State two advantages of off-the-job training
-worker may enjoy change of environment
-opportunity to learn from experts
State three benefits of training staff.
-increased efficiency
-less support required
-improves company service
Identify and explain two reasons that businesses train their staff
-so employees don’t have a slow start and won’t need any help and waste of time
-business growth
State two advantages and two disadvantages of apprenticeships
Pros:
-more practice experience
- being paid
Cons:
-could leave firm when qualified
-not getting right support
Explain what is meant by professional development programmes
the act of taking steps to get ahead in your career
