Learn the process for creating training programs that are relevant, effective and maximize the transfer of knowledge.

Training is one of the most important ways to improve performance and efficiencies in the workplace.  A successful training program conveys information in a way that is retained and can be applied by the learner.  This three-day Training the Trainer course provides you with a comprehensive understanding of the entire training process.  Using evidenced-based practices, participants will gain the knowledge, skills, and tools required to assess training needs, design effective training, and evaluate training programs that will maximize the transfer and application of knowledge.

Key Learning Outcomes

• Understand the principles of adult learning and how to integrate these into your programs
• Learn how to assess organizational training needs
• Learn how different learning styles impact the training approach
• Enhance your proficiency in moving from the training needs assessment to determining appropriate delivery options
• Maximize transfer from training to application in the workplace
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs

Participant Experiences

"Travor was a great instructor, extremely knowledgeable, communicated effectively, engaged all participants and help answer any questions. I found the training extremely effective and made me aware of things I need to watch for, how to better my training and how I can constantly improve."  - Kayla Johnston, Vale

"Travor made every effort to ensure that we could transfer this information to our workplaces."

Endorsements & Partnerships

This course qualifies as credits toward the International Association of Business Communicators' (IABC) professional certifications.  

When applying to sit for either the exam for Communications Management Professional (CMP)® or Strategic Communication Management Professional (SCMP)® or to apply for recertification, Gardiner Centre courses can be an integral part of your application package. 

To learn more about this global standard certification, visit: gcccouncil.org. To inquire about sitting for a certification exam, contact the local IABC NL chapter at iabcnl@gmail.com, or visit: iabcnl.com. 

Continuing Education Contact Hours: 21

Instructor(s)

Travor Brown

Dr. Travor C. Brown is a Professor of Labour Relations and Human Resources with Memorial University and former President of ASAC (the Administrative Sciences Association of Canada).  He has taught at Memorial University, the University of Toronto and the University of Ulster.  Since joining Memorial University, he has also served as the Associate Dean (Research) and the Director of the Master of Employment Relations, MSc (Management) and PhD (Management) programs.  Dr. Brown has been appointed to the provincial roster of arbitrators.

Dr. Brown has authored over 30 peer-reviewed journal articles, a textbook and over 70 conference presentations.  He has also been the sole investigator on two national Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) grants.  Much of his research examines issues concerning goal setting and training effectiveness, with special focus on managment and leadership development.

Dr. Brown's academic background is coupled with extensive industry experience.  He worked in the telecommunications and manufacturing sectors prior to completing his PhD at the University of Toronto and remains active in the practitioner community.  Given this background, Dr. Brown is well known for this ability to engage both practitioner and academic audiences and to show the 'real world' implications of his research.