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How to conduct a training needs analysis

Discover the steps to identify what training is needed, who needs it, and how it supports key business objectives with a structured needs analysis.

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by Carl I. Greenberg, Pragmatic HR Consulting

At the core of any effective training program is correctly identifying what or who needs to be trained. Poorly conducted needs analyses can lead to training solutions that train:

  • The wrong competencies;
  • The wrong people; and
  • The wrong learning methods.

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  • Step 1: Determine the Desired Business Outcomes
  • Step 2: Link Desired Business Outcomes With Employee Behavior
  • Step 3: Identify Trainable Competencies
  • Step 4: Evaluate Competencies
  • Step 5: Determine Performance Gaps
  • and more…

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