training@british-skills.co.uk+447700100602www.british-skills.co.ukBRT Skills Training FZCO, IFZA, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai, United Arab EmiratesIssued: 2 November 2026
People, HR & Talent
Train the Trainer
Course codeHRM-LND-002
Duration5 days
LanguageEnglish or Arabic
Subject areaPeople, HR & Talent
Overview
Subject experts often become trainers without being taught how to train. This course builds the skills to design and deliver engaging, effective sessions: understanding how adults learn, planning sessions, using varied methods, handling groups and checking that learning has taken place.
Who should attend
New and internal trainers, subject-matter experts, training officers and managers who coach or train staff.
Training methodology
Interactive presentations, practical exercises, case studies, group discussions, role-plays where relevant, and a personal action plan that participants apply in their own work.
Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Apply adult learning principles to training design
- Write learning objectives and plan a session
- Use a range of interactive training methods
- Present confidently and manage group dynamics
- Assess learning and improve sessions from feedback
Course outline
Day 1How Adults Learn
- Principles of adult learning
- Learning styles and preferences
- The experiential learning cycle
- Motivation and attention
- The trainer's role
- Self-assessment as a trainer
Day 2Designing a Session
- Writing learning objectives
- Structuring content
- Session plans and timing
- Choosing activities
- Preparing materials and slides
- Workshop: plan a 30-minute session
Day 3Training Methods
- Effective lecturing
- Group discussion and questioning
- Case studies and role-plays
- Demonstration and practice
- Games and energisers
- Practice: run an activity
Day 4Delivery Skills
- Voice, body language and presence
- Managing nerves
- Group dynamics
- Handling difficult participants
- Training online
- Micro-teaching with video feedback
Day 5Assessing and Improving
- Checking understanding during training
- Assessment methods
- Collecting participant feedback
- Transfer of learning to work
- Continuous improvement as a trainer
- Final presentations and action plan
Upcoming dates and fees
| Dates | Venue | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1–5 February 2027 | Madrid | £4,750 per delegate |
| 5–9 April 2027 | Doha | £4,500 per delegate |
| 14–18 June 2027 | London | £4,950 per delegate |
More dates and online registration: www.british-skills.co.uk/training-course/train-the-trainer