Train the Trainer

EMC is a unique Canadian not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping manufacturers grow and become more competitive. Our education, training and development programs build excellence at all levels and every stage of a career.

EMC est un organisme canadien sans but lucratif unique en son genre, qui se consacre à aider les fabricants à croître et à devenir plus concurrentiels. Nos programmes d’éducation, de formation et de perfectionnement favorisent l’excellence à tous les niveaux et à chaque étape d’une carrière.

The learner has completed this program including 3 synchronous virtual workshops and 4 self-direct e-learning modules. The content is designed to provide participants with essential knowledge and skills for training peers in a manufacturing environment. This includes understanding the principles of adult learning, adapting to learning differences and how to mentor and train skill-trade apprentices.

Topics:

• Principles of Adult Learning
• Understanding Learning Differences
• Essential Training Skills
• Essential Training Techniques
• Feedback for Learning
• Mentorship for Knowledge Transfer

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the essential skills for anyone in a training role
• Apply key training techniques
• Adapt training approaches for learning differences or needs
• Align training with apprenticeship trade requirements
• Assess skills and learning gaps in others
• Deliver feedback that promotes learning and continuous improvement
• Understand the role of mentors in upskilling, training and knowledge transfer
• Identify practical opportunities to share knowledge

Knowledge activities and application: This module includes several interactive learning activities that requires the learner to apply concepts and understanding to realistic workplace scenarios. Learners receive immediate feedback and takeaway resources.

Estimate effort time: 10 hours

EMC updates learning content on a regular basis. Version: 2025-1

June 15th - June 29th 2026