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Training - Off-the-job Training
- Level:
- GCSE, AS
- Board:
- AQA, Edexcel, OCR, IB
Last updated 22 Mar 2021
Off-the-job training occurs when employees are taken away from their place of work to be trained.
Common methods of off-the-job training include:
- Day release (employee takes time off work to attend a local college or training centre)
- Distance learning / evening classes
- Block release courses - which may involve several weeks at a local college
- Sandwich courses - where the employee spends a longer period of time at college (e.g. six months) before returning to work
- Sponsored courses in higher education
- Self-study, computer-based training
The main advantages and disadvantages of this form of training can be summarised as follows:
Advantages |
Disadvantages |
A wider range of skills or qualifications can be obtained Can learn from outside specialists or experts Employees can be more confident when starting job |
More expensive – e.g. transport and accommodation Lost working time and potential output from employee New employees may still need some induction training Employees now have new skills/qualifications and may leave for better jobs |
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