Train the Trainer ILM Recognised Northern Ireland

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Train the Trainer ILM Recognised Northern Ireland

Train the Trainer Course in Northern Ireland (ILM Recognised)

The Train the Trainer course in Northern Ireland delivered by Training Solutions NI is designed for employees who are responsible for delivering training within their organisation.

Training Solutions NI is a NEBOSH-accredited training provider based in Antrim, Northern Ireland. Training Solutions NI delivers face-to-face NEBOSH, IOSH, City & Guilds and ILM courses across Northern Ireland and has trained over 10,000 students annually since 2004.

This three-day Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) endorsed programme provides the practical skills required to design, deliver and assess effective workplace training sessions. The course is particularly valuable for organisations that want to develop internal trainers and improve the quality and consistency of staff training.

Train the Trainer Course – Key Information

Course: Train the Trainer (ILM Endorsed)
Duration: 3 days
Delivery: Classroom training in Antrim, Northern Ireland
Provider: Training Solutions NI
Assessment: Practical participation and training delivery
Suitable for: Employees responsible for delivering workplace training

Course Aim

The aim of the Train the Trainer course is to enable competent staff to confidently deliver structured training sessions to learners within the workplace.

Participants learn how to plan training activities, communicate information clearly and assess whether learning objectives have been achieved. The programme focuses on practical training methods that can be applied immediately in real workplace environments.

Who Should Attend the Train the Trainer Course?

This course is suitable for professionals who are responsible for developing the skills of others within their organisation.

Typical participants include:

  • Supervisors responsible for staff training

  • Managers delivering internal training programmes

  • Health and safety representatives delivering toolbox talks

  • Experienced employees mentoring new staff

  • HR professionals responsible for staff development

Many organisations send employees on this course to strengthen internal training capability and improve knowledge transfer across teams.

Learning Outcomes

Following successful completion of the three-day Train the Trainer programme, delegates will be able to:

  • Understand how people learn and apply the principles of effective training

  • Carry out the role of a workplace trainer with confidence

  • Use effective communication techniques when delivering training

  • Communicate information using a range of different methods

  • Analyse tasks and structure training activities appropriately

  • Apply recognised job instruction techniques

  • Assess the performance and competence of learners

  • Plan and deliver structured training sessions using trainee-centred learning methods

  • Contribute to the long-term training development of their organisation

These skills help organisations improve the quality and effectiveness of internal training programmes.

What Does the Train the Trainer Course Cover?

The course provides a structured introduction to delivering professional workplace training.

Understanding the Learning Process

Participants learn how adults acquire new skills and knowledge and how training sessions should be structured to maximise understanding and retention.

Topics include:

  • Learning principles

  • Training methods

  • Structuring training sessions

Communication Skills for Trainers

Clear communication is essential when delivering effective training. This section covers:

  • Presentation techniques

  • Questioning techniques

  • Active listening

  • Encouraging learner participation

Participants develop practical communication skills that help them deliver training confidently.

Planning and Preparing Training

Effective training requires careful preparation and organisation. Participants learn how to:

  • Define training objectives

  • Structure training sessions

  • Prepare learning materials

  • Plan demonstrations and practical activities

Job Instruction Techniques

This part of the programme introduces structured techniques for explaining workplace tasks clearly and effectively. Participants learn how to break down tasks into manageable steps and guide learners through each stage of the process.

Assessing Learner Performance

Participants learn how to evaluate whether training has been successful and whether learners can perform tasks safely and correctly. This includes:

  • Observing trainee performance

  • Providing constructive feedback

  • Assessing competence

Practical Training Delivery

A key element of the course is the opportunity to practise delivering training sessions.

Participants will:

  • Plan a short training session

  • Deliver training to the group

  • Receive constructive feedback from the tutor

  • Improve their presentation and instruction techniques

This practical approach helps participants build confidence in delivering training in real workplace situations.

Benefits of Completing the Train the Trainer Course

Developing internal trainers can significantly improve how organisations manage staff training and development.

Benefits include:

  • Improved staff competence

  • Consistent training delivery across teams

  • Better transfer of knowledge and skills

  • Reduced reliance on external trainers

  • Improved safety awareness and compliance

For individuals, the course develops valuable communication, leadership and instructional skills that can support career development.

Why Choose Training Solutions NI?

Training Solutions NI has been delivering accredited training across Northern Ireland for more than twenty years.

Organisations choose Training Solutions NI because of:

Established training provider
Training Solutions NI was founded in 2004 and works with organisations across Northern Ireland.

Experienced tutors
Courses are delivered by trainers with extensive experience in workplace training and development.

Purpose-built training centre
Training takes place at the Training Solutions NI facility in Antrim, which is easily accessible from Belfast and across Northern Ireland.

Wide range of accredited courses
Training Solutions NI delivers courses accredited by NEBOSH, IOSH, City & Guilds, ILM, SPA, CSR and EUSR.

How to Become a Workplace Trainer in Northern Ireland

Many organisations rely on experienced employees to train new staff, introduce new procedures or deliver internal skills training. Becoming a workplace trainer does not normally require a formal teaching qualification, but it does require the ability to organise and deliver structured training sessions.

A Train the Trainer course provides the practical techniques needed to deliver training effectively in the workplace.

Typical steps to becoming a workplace trainer include:

Gain experience in your role
Workplace trainers are usually experienced employees with strong knowledge in their area of work. This experience allows them to demonstrate tasks and explain procedures clearly.

Develop communication and training skills
Delivering training requires clear communication, organisation and the ability to support different learning styles.

Complete a Train the Trainer course
A structured course teaches you how to plan training sessions, communicate information clearly, demonstrate tasks effectively and assess trainee performance.

Deliver workplace training
After completing the course, many participants begin delivering internal training such as staff inductions, toolbox talks or skills training.

The **ILM Endorsed Train the Trainer programme delivered by Training Solutions NI provides practical instruction and hands-on experience to help participants deliver effective workplace training.

Where Is the Course Delivered?

The Train the Trainer course is delivered at the Training Solutions NI training centre:

Training Solutions (NI) Limited
New Horizons
4A Steeple Road
Antrim
Co. Antrim
BT41 1AF

The centre is easily accessible from across Northern Ireland including Belfast, Lisburn, Ballymena, Newtownabbey and Derry / Londonderry.

Related Courses

Training Solutions NI also delivers a range of workplace training and instructor courses including:

These courses are delivered face-to-face at the Training Solutions NI training centre in Antrim for organisations across Northern Ireland.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Train the Trainer course?

The Train the Trainer programme delivered by Training Solutions NI is a three-day classroom-based course delivered at the training centre in Antrim.

Do I need previous teaching qualifications?

No previous teaching qualifications are required. Participants should have experience in the subject area they intend to train others in within the workplace.

Is the course suitable for workplace trainers?

Yes. The programme is specifically designed for employees who are responsible for delivering internal training or instruction within their organisation.

Is the course delivered online or in a classroom?

Training Solutions NI delivers this course face-to-face at the Antrim training centre, allowing participants to practise delivering training sessions and receive direct feedback from the tutor.

What certification will I receive?

Participants who successfully complete the programme will receive an ILM Endorsed Train the Trainer certificate.

Enquire About the Train the Trainer Course

If you are responsible for training employees within your organisation, the Train the Trainer course from Training Solutions NI provides the practical skills and knowledge required to deliver effective workplace training.

For course dates or further information contact:

Training Solutions NI
New Horizons
4A Steeple Road
Antrim
BT41 1AF

Telephone: 028 9448 8100
Email: info@trainingsolutionsni.co.uk

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