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Conducting a training needs analysis is your first step to developing a successful training program. Most companies recognize the importance of employee training and want to dive right in. While this enthusiasm is great, it skips a crucial step. Conducting a training needs analysis (TNA) is your first step to developing a successful training program. This post covers the major types of analyses, common methodologies, and a training needs analysis example to start from. It's time for better training. Read on to learn more. What is a training needs analysis? A training needs analysis takes a bird’s eye view of your company and its overall goals before drilling down into various types of concrete training that you need. For example, your company may need more robust training or on-demand mobile training because of your employee or risk profile, based on this evaluation. Conducting a training needs analysis before you start putting together your training program is a crucial step t...

The most highly functioning organizations achieve their success because their employees are skilled and confident in the work they’re hired to do. So how can you ensure your employees are meeting the requirements of their job descriptions? A Training Needs Assessment (TNA) is a great place to start. Here are some tips on how to conduct a training needs assessment the right way. A leader in soft skills training materials, HRDQ offers a full library of print and online assessments to help assess your training needs and measure the competencies of your workforce. “What is” vs “What should be” The goal of a training needs assessment is to identify current competencies and skills and compare them to the required or established standard for that position. This process helps management make informed decisions about how to address competency gaps and identify trends across your organization. Conducting a TNA helps you pinpoint: How employees learn and are motivated to learn What employe...