Training and development professionals help train employees or other adults, usually in a business or organization setting. Many training and development professionals work through a human resources department or a specific organization dedicated to training employees for other companies.
Pathway
Training and development professionals may come from a variety of backgrounds, including business, social sciences, or education. Additional expertise might include instructional design, educational or organizational psychology. Professional organizations like the Society for Human Resource Management and Association for Talent Development often offer certification programs that specialize in this area. Consider shadowing someone in human resources at UVA, or apply for a rotational program in human resources after graduation!
Job Types
While the type of roles may vary depending on setting, training and development specialists often will perform tasks such as an employee needs assessment, designing and creating training materials, delivering a training, and reviewing and evaluating the training. These sessions may include giving lectures, facilitating discussions and team exercises, creating videos or manuals, and using technology to deliver content.
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Scientific or technical services
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Healthcare
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Finance and insurance
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Educational services
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Administrative services
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Universities
Check out our Education & Youth Development Resource Card for more information.
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