Training

Question 1

what is induction training?

Answer 1

• the training an employee receives when they start a new job

Question 2

what is on-the-job training?

Answer 2

• training that takes place within the workplace

Question 3

what are 2 pros and 2 cons of on-the-job training?

Answer 3

+ cheap
+ contribute to production
- takes up time of trainer
- trainer may be bad at their job

Question 4

what is off-the-job training?

Answer 4

• training that takes place away from the workplace

Question 5

what are 2 pros and 2 cons of off-the-job training?

Answer 5

+ qualifications
+ new ideas
- expesnive
- not specific

Question 6

what are apprenticeships?

Answer 6

• formal agreements between an employer and an employee that commits the employer to facilitate training and workplace experience for the employee
• leads to a recognised qualification that is accepted throughout the relevant industry
• paid a wage

Question 7

what are 4 advantages of having a well trained workforce?

Answer 7

• increases efficiency
• increases motivation
• reduces costs long term
• ensures employees have the necessary skills