This posting examines how to develop training programs.

List at least five questions that could be used to facilitate group or chat discussion on the topic of  Developing Training Programs.

Write a paragraph for each question indicating the extent to which question is likely to stimulate useful discussion of this topic and why?

1.What information do I have to support the need for training?

2. Do I design the training or do I let an outsider do it?

3. How much time will I spend doing the planning work? How much latitude can I give a trainer in developing and delivering a course/program?

4. What criteria do I use in selecting a trainer?

5. How much proprietary company information do I want the trainer to know?