Training

Pros

Cons

•  Group learning is the most familiar training delivery mechanism
  
• It should be used when there are a number of learners all requiring the same training at the same time
  
• Learner can profit from getting together with their peers and sharing experiences
  
• Trainers want learners to have the opportunity to hear and experience others points of view
  
• Usually group learning takes place off site so there are no distractions.
  
•   Cost Effective

•  If training takes place off site then delegates may have some distance to travel
• Some delegates may be uneasy about coming on a course with others. They may differing levels of competence - a training needs analysis may be required

Pros

Cons

• Smaller groups could be trained on site so no travel cost incurred
• It can be more flexible to the learning needs Interaction between learner, so sharing their experiences

•  Limited equipment availability may lower the amount of hands-on experience
•  More possibility of interruptions if training takes place on site

Pros

Cons

• 1 to 1 training is created based on the learners specific training needs
•  On site training
•  More topics can be covered in a shorter amount of time

• No interaction with other learners, so no experiences shared
•  Not cost effective