On & Off the job Training (Edexcel IGCSE Business)
Revision Note
Written by: Lisa Eades
Reviewed by: Steve Vorster
On-the-job Training Methods
On-the-job training takes place while employees are working in their job roles
Employees learn skills and knowledge from colleagues while performing their job duties
For example, a sous chef at The Ivy Restaurant in York receives on-the-job training from the Head Chef to learn how to prepare new dishes, use equipment or improve cooking techniques
The Advantages & Disadvantages of On-the-Job Training
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Off-the-job Training Methods
Off-the-job training takes place away from or outside of the workplace
It can be in the form of workshops, seminars, conferences or online courses
For example, teachers attend exam board training days, where they learn how to deliver the syllabus and help students to prepare for exams
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Examiner Tips and Tricks
You may need to evaluate a particular type of training or recommend one to a business
Think about the nature of the role and whether on or off-the-job training would be the most appropriate.
E.g. On-the-job training may be suitable for a hotel porter who has many hands on aspects to the role and needs to learn quickly. In comparison, employees that need training in a new software may need training sessions from an expert so show step by step how to use it in their role
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