SURVIVAL SKILLS FOR THE
NEW TRAINER
(a one-day workshop)
A one-day train-the-trainer workshop for new trainers, SME's, training coordinators, managers and supervisors with training responsibility who will find this workshop informative and practical. Use this day to acquire a fresh approach to your training responsibilities. Topics include: Self-Image for the New Trainer, Basic Skills for New Trainers and Classroom Management Skills.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
At the end of the training, you will be able to:
- Project the "right" image to learners
- Ask questions to get the answers you need
- Effectively listen to your learners
- Use prevention strategies before a problem develops
- Do's and Don'ts of acting assertively (not aggressively)
- Deliver effective and useful feedback to learners
- Quickly spot the "difficult" student before a problem develops
- Use 4 proven strategies for successfully dealing with the problem learner
- Use a 4-step formula for improving your self-confidence and classroom presence
- Choose the right approach for "touchy" classroom situations
- Use 5 essential learning elements you can use immediately in your classroom
WORKSHOP CONTENT
Unit 1: Workshop Overview
- A close look at your strengths: Inventory your skills
- Set personal development objectives
Unit 2: Self Image For The Trainer
- What's your image of the ideal trainer?
- Confidence and the psychology of success
- Six essential skills for success and building professionalism
- How to project an image of confidence
- Do's and don'ts for new trainers
Unit 3: Basic Skills For New Trainers
- Encourage discussion with basic and probing follow-up questions
- Use active listening techniques to build rapport
- Paraphrase to ensure understanding
- Promote learner self-esteem and focus on behavior
- Practice giving learners feedback
- What to do if you don't know the answer
- 5 essential learning steps you can use in your classroom
Unit 4: Classroom Management Skills
- Assess your classroom management style
- 4 key assertion skills
- How not to be manipulated
- Maintain class control through training techniques
- Neutralize difficult learners
- Use pacing to control problem learners
CEUs:
This workshop qualifies for .6 of continuing education units.
