___You understand that staff training is learning directly related to the skills, knowledge, and strategies necessary to do a particular job. ___You know what is included in a training program. Training for new staff who have never done this particular work before. Training for new staff who are experienced in the work of the position. Staff development Professional development ___You understand that staff development is ongoing training for all staff. ___You understand that professional development is training to increase particular knowledge or to gain the next level of expertise in a position. ___ You understand why to run a training program for new staff. It shows them that the organization is serious about what it is. It makes them feel that the organization is supportive of them. Have proper training boosts their confidence. It enlists them as "regulars" in the organization. It shortens the time it takes them to become competent at their jobs. It reduces their need to ask other staff members for advice or information. It diminishes the chances that they'll make mistakes that cost the organization. ___You understand why to run a training program for veteran staff. It helps them to become continually more competent at what they do. It introduces them to the latest research and theory. It helps them to maintain interest in and enthusiasm for their work. It can expose them to other practitioners with different, and perhaps better, methods. It gives them one more reason to stay with the organization. It keeps the organization dynamic and healthy. ___You understand that training for new staff should be conducted as soon as possible after hiring, and ideally as part of new staff orientation. ___You understand that training for veteran staff should happen on a regular basis throughout the life of the organization. ___You understand the steps for developing and running a training program: Planning Methods Logistics Evaluation
