Syllabus for Train the Trainer FETAC Level 6. 1] Training & Development 2] Learning Outcomes 3] Learner Profiles 4] The Learning Process 5] Training Programme Preparation 6] Communication, Feedback & Interpersonal Skills 7]Training Support Systems 8] Classroom & Presentation Skills 9] Training Methods 10] Statutory Compliance Issues 11] Evaluation & Assessment Issues

1. Train
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Trainer
Gateway Building, Northwest Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo. Tel: 071 9130742
CMD Training Institute is part of the CMD Group

2. TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction .................................................................. Error! Bookmark not defined.
Component 1: Training & Development ...................................................................... 4
Component 2: Learning Outcomes ............................................................................... 4
Component 3: Learner Profiles ..................................................................................... 4
Component 4: The Learning Process ............................................................................ 5
Component 5: Training Programme Preparation .......................................................... 5
Component 6: Communication, Feedback & Interpersonal Skills ............................... 6
Component 7: Training Support Systems ..................................................................... 6
Component 8: Classroom & Presentation Skills ........................................................... 6
Component 9: Training Methods .................................................................................. 7
Component 10: Statutory Compliance Issues ............................................................... 7
Component 11: Evaluation & Assessment Methods .................................................... 7
Gateway Building, Northwest Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo. Tel: 071 9130742
CMD Training Institute is part of the CMD Group

3. Introduction to CMD Training Institute
CMD is a leading provider of professional training services and business consultancy
throughout Ireland and the UK. The broad range of experience CMD has gained from
the delivery of our solutions into some 100 companies and numerous individual
clients since 1994 is unequalled.
CMD is fully Quality Assured by FETAC, City & Guilds and the Institute of
Leadership and Management. This ensures that our clients can rest assured that the
service they receive will be to the highest standard.
We are the only Irish Training and consultancy who have in excess of 400 associate
consultants who are experts in all areas of business. We believe in a partnership
approach and this can be demonstrated by the way we involve community
organisations, State agencies and businesses.
Our Services include:
 Personal & Professional Development
 Corporate Training Solutions
 Business Coaching & Mentoring
 Psychometric Profiling
 Meeting/conference Room Hire
We specialise in working with our clients to provide the best solution to their
requirements. Since 1994 we have delivered training to well in excess of 600 learners
each year with over 1400 learners in 2009. While our main base is located in
Collooney, Co. Sligo, geographically we cover the whole of the country.
CMD provide a full follow up service to all our clients to ensure our solution was
successful and that our client needs have been met in full.
Contact Details:
CEO: Brenda Crowley brenda.crowley@cmd.ie
Course Bookings: Eithne Gallagher eithne.gallagher@cmd.ie
Telephone: 071 9130742
Fax: 071 9130745
Web: www.cmd.ie
Postal Address: Gateway Building, Northwest Business Park, Collooney, Co.
Sligo
Gateway Building, Northwest Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo. Tel: 071 9130742
CMD Training Institute is part of the CMD Group

4. Component 1: Training & Development
Learners should be able to:
1.1 Discuss and define training and the training function.
1.2 Identify the main components of the training cycle.
1.3 Identify and analyse training needs, break down and analyse jobs and tasks,
identify specific skills and competencies to fulfil these jobs.
1.4 Plan training to meet identified needs, and draw conclusions from the needs
analysis to apply to the training plan.
1.5 Implement and deliver training.
1.6 Assess the learning/training.
1.7 Evaluate training events.
1.8 Know and comprehend the purpose of the National Qualifications Framework
and the functions of the NQAI, FETAC and HETAC.
1.9 Know and comprehend the NFQ grid of level indicators 1 – 6 and their use in
designing a training programme.
1.10 Be aware of the process of Quality Assurance with respect to training.
Component 2: Learning Outcomes
Learners should be able to:
2.1 Distinguish between the terms Knowledge, Skill and Competence for
programmes/courses leading to an award on the National Qualifications
Framework.
2.2 Write overall course learning outcomes in terms of Knowledge, Skill and
Competence for programmes/courses leading to an award on the National
Qualifications Framework.
2.3 Write the component learning outcomes (in terms of Knowledge, Skill and
Competence, as appropriate) for programmes / modules leading to an award on
the National Qualifications Framework.
2.4 Be aware of the programme/course/module validation process and the quality
assurance responsibility of the trainer.
2.5 Validate/ pilot the training design.
Component 3: Learner Profiles
Learners should be able to:
3.1 Know and understand that learners differ in terms of intellectual and physical
abilities and in terms of their prior learning.
3.2 Know and understand socialisation, cultural, linguistic and equality issues that
may apply to learning.
3.3 Prepare a learner profile specifying minimum abilities and prerequisite learning
together with a strategy for dealing with mixed ability learners
3.4 Be aware of the support systems available to learners with particular learning
difficulties (e.g. Dyslexia, Sight or Hearing difficulties)
Gateway Building, Northwest Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo. Tel: 071 9130742
CMD Training Institute is part of the CMD Group

5. Component 4: The Learning Process
Learners should be able to:
4.1 Demonstrate knowledge of the psychology of learning and the application of
this to the training programme.
4.2 Demonstrate in particular, knowledge of adult experiential learning and the
need for active learning contracts.
4.3 Demonstrate appreciation of the fact that learners have different learning styles
and preferences and not all learners learn in the same way.
4.4. Foster learning
4.5 Describe a learning styles model and incorporate an appreciation of varied
learning styles inthe training programme so that learners with different styles
are catered for.
4.6 Know and comprehend motivation theory and display an understanding of the
factors that motivate learners.
4.7 Demonstrate knowledge of the sources of information available to learners.
Component 5: Training Programme Preparation
Learners should be able to:
5.1 Plan a training programme including, for example, the following:
 Scope and Structure of the training indicating the training approach as
well as details of the content to be covered
 Target learner profile.
 The timetable and duration of different elements.
 The training objectives in terms of learning outcomes.
 The outline of training method or approach
 The proposed assessment and evaluation procedures.
5.2 Prepare to facilitate/instruct.
5.3 Create and maintain a learner centred environment
5.4 Create and maintain a hospitable learning environment.
5.5 Plan the use of the media and technology to enhance learning.
5.6 Select and modify existing instructional materials.
5.7 Behave ethically.
Gateway Building, Northwest Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo. Tel: 071 9130742
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6. Component 6: Communication, Feedback & Interpersonal Skills
Learners should be able to:
6.1 Display a basic understanding of communication theory, two way
communication and interaction and incorporate this into the training event.
6.2 Check for understanding, the asking of probing questions and the promotion of
discussion.
6.3 Demonstrate an ability to listen.
6.4 Display in their teaching an understanding of learners limited capacity to attend
to and absorb information.
6.5 Understand, use and apply interpersonal skills in the delivery and
communication of training.
6.6 Deliver feedback in a constructive non-personal manner. Understand the benefits
of constructive/positive modes of feedback and to deliver feedback in a manner
that encourages learner self-evaluation and improvement.
Component 7: Training Support Systems
Learners should be able to:
7.1 Select appropriate training aids and provide a rationale for their choice.
7.2 Emphasise the preparation and design of effective visual aids, use of
blackboards/whiteboards, flip charts, data projectors and other relevant display
systems.
7.3 Select other methods of learning such as E-learning and Blended Learning
where appropriate and describe how these may be used effectively by the
learner.
7.4 Select and use appropriate information and communication technology (ICT) to
support learning.
Component 8: Classroom & Presentation Skills
Learners should be able to:
8.1 Prepare a lesson plan and organise the delivery of the information in a logically
structured manner.
8.2 Deliver a lesson, making effective use of voice, eye contact, interaction, and
check for understanding, physical positioning.
8.3 Prepare and deliver an effective demonstration with appropriate physical
positioning, use of equipment, interaction and manage practise by learners if
possible.
8.4 Facilitate group sessions and promote participation by learners in group
discussions.
8.5 Facilitate learning using E-tutoring where appropriate.
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7. Component 9: Training Methods
Learners should be able to:
9.1 Know and comprehend the merits and drawbacks of a variety of training
methods, e.g. Technology based learning, Project based learning, Use of case
studies, Role play exercises, Buzz groups, Syndicate groups. (list not
exhaustive)
9.2 Select appropriate methods or mix of these methods in a training situation and
provide a rationale for such.
9.3 Know and demonstrate appropriate aspects of Health and Safety of the training
method used.
Component 10: Statutory Compliance Issues
Learners should be aware of:
10.1 The statutory Health and Safety acts and their impact on different forms of
training
10.2 The statutory Equality Legislation and its impact on recruitment and training
and the keeping of records.
10.3 Appropriate standards and legislative requirements in relation to copyright and
intellectual property and its impact on the use of references, course materials,
(including film, music, books, and other learning materials) and promote good
practice in their use.
10.4 The need to comply with established Legal, Quality Assurance and Ethical
standards in the delivery of training programmes.
Component 11: Evaluation & Assessment Methods
Learners should be able to:
11.1 Know and comprehend different methods of assessment.
11.2 Design or select and implement appropriate assessment processes for the
training given. (written examinations, case study responses, project briefs,
continuous assessment techniques)
11.3 Know and comprehend the place of evaluation within the training cycle in
relation to the rationale, frequency and impact on the learner.
11.4 Know and comprehend the process of writing test questions/briefs and the
preparation of model answers (e.g. use of Bloom’s taxonomy)
11.5 Know and comprehend the process of programme/course/module evaluation
and learner satisfaction.
Gateway Building, Northwest Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo. Tel: 071 9130742
CMD Training Institute is part of the CMD Group

8. Course Duration: 5 Days Classroom based
4 Days Research, Project Work & Home study
Dates: This course is available on a regular basis. Please contact
CMD for the next available dates.
Cost: €890.00
The cost includes the following:
1. Course material
2. Fetac registration
3. Fetac certification
4. Fetac external validation
5. 5 days classroom tuition
6. Ongoing support while on programme
7. Tea, coffee and lunch daily while in class
8. Mentoring /coaching of 2 hours per learner
Please Note: Where learners are grant aided to attend the programme the
balance of the programme cost is payable by the learner direct
to CMD. The funding agency will normally pay CMD directly
any grant aid awarded to the learner. A letter of confirmation
must be presented prior to starting the programme.
This programme meets the requirement of the
National Trainers Register for inclusion on the panel
of trainers.
Gateway Building, Northwest Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo. Tel: 071 9130742
CMD Training Institute is part of the CMD Group