Technical Train the Trainer
The world of technical training is constantly evolving, and learners who become skilled trainers play a critical role in bridging the gap between complex technical knowledge and real-world application. The LICQual Certificate in Technical Train the Trainer is designed to equip learners with the expertise needed to deliver high-quality technical training across industries such as engineering, IT, healthcare, and other specialised technical fields. This qualification ensures that learners gain both the technical knowledge and teaching skills required to enhance workforce capability.
Technical training is essential for ensuring that learners in organisations remain up-to-date with the latest tools, technologies, and industry best practices. As technology advances, learners trained in effective instructional methods help organisations maintain productivity, improve efficiency, and comply with safety and regulatory standards. The LICQual Certificate in Technical Train the Trainer empowers learners to deliver structured, engaging, and practical technical content that enhances the learning experience for employees.
Learners completing this qualification acquire the ability to design, plan, and evaluate technical training programmes, utilising face-to-face, blended, and online learning methods. By developing both technical and pedagogical skills, learners become valuable assets capable of improving organisational performance and ensuring that employees are equipped to excel in their roles.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Certificate in Technical Train the Trainer
Total Units
6
Total Credits
18
GLH
72
Qualification #
LICQ2200159
Qualification Specification
To enrol in the LICQual Certificate in Technical Train the Trainer course, applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 16 years old.
- Educational Requirements: Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience: Applicants should have prior experience in technical roles or training environments.
- English Language Proficiency: Applicants must have competent reading, writing, and speaking skills in English.
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200159-1 |
Introduction to Technical Training |
3 |
12 |
|
LICQ2200159-2 |
Adult Learning Principles in Technical Education |
3 |
12 |
|
LICQ2200159-3 |
Designing Technical Training Programs |
3 |
12 |
|
LICQ2200159-4 |
Instructional Techniques for Technical Trainers |
3 |
12 |
|
LICQ2200159-5 LICQ2200159-6 |
Communication Skills for Technical Trainers Managing Technical Training Environments |
3 3 |
12 12 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Introduction to Technical Training
- Understand the role and importance of technical training in various industries.
- Recognise the differences between technical training and other types of training.
- Identify key elements and principles of successful technical training.
- Apply basic training principles to design and deliver technical content effectively.
Adult Learning Principles in Technical Education
- Explain the key principles of adult learning and how they apply to technical education.
- Understand how adults learn and adapt teaching methods to suit diverse learning styles.
- Apply effective adult learning techniques to enhance knowledge retention and application.
- Tailor training strategies to meet the needs of adult learners in technical fields.
Designing Technical Training Programs
- Develop structured technical training programs based on learning outcomes.
- Incorporate various instructional methods to engage learners and ensure knowledge transfer.
- Use the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation) model to design effective training sessions.
- Identify and integrate appropriate assessment tools within technical training programs.
Instructional Techniques for Technical Trainers
- Demonstrate effective instructional techniques for delivering technical training.
- Utilise various teaching methods such as lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises.
- Adapt teaching techniques to the technical content and learner needs.
- Manage group dynamics effectively to ensure all participants are engaged in the learning process.
Communication Skills for Technical Trainers
- Develop clear and concise communication techniques for delivering complex technical content.
- Adjust communication styles to suit different learner abilities and technical knowledge levels.
- Use non-verbal communication skills to enhance training delivery and engagement.
- Build rapport and trust with learners to create an open and supportive training environment.
Managing Technical Training Environments
- Establish and maintain an effective learning environment that promotes technical knowledge transfer.
- Use classroom management techniques to ensure smooth delivery of training sessions.
- Handle challenges such as disruptions or disengaged learners effectively.
- Create a safe and inclusive environment where all learners feel comfortable participating.
This diploma is ideal for:
- Subject matter experts and technical professionals seeking to transition into training roles.
- Instructors, educators, and technical trainers looking to enhance their training methodologies.
- Engineers, IT professionals, healthcare practitioners, and technicians involved in technical education.
- Professionals in industries where technical knowledge transfer is critical.
- Learners aspiring to become certified technical trainers.
- Experienced professionals in engineering, IT, healthcare, or other technical fields.
- HR and L&D professionals responsible for workforce upskilling in technical areas.
- Team leaders and managers tasked with training technical staff.
- Trainers looking to specialise in technical skills development.
- Learning and development professionals focused on improving technical performance.
- Corporate professionals responsible for mentoring or coaching technical teams.
- Organisations aiming to enhance employee technical competency and compliance.
- Consultants delivering technical training programmes to diverse industries.
- Professionals seeking formal certification to enhance credibility as a technical trainer.
- Learners aiming to improve organisational efficiency through effective technical training.
- Individuals wanting to design, deliver, and assess high-quality technical training programmes.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.