Training coordinators are accountable for the development and implementation of training programs within companies and other organisations. Based on their particular areas of expertise, trainers might concentrate on administrative and organizing tasks that relate to training. Alternatively the training coordinator could be involved in the implementation. In smaller companies the training coordinator is most likely to participate in in planning and delivering training.
Coordinators of training are hired by the majority of companies that are large enough to need internal training processes. The work environment varies depending on the job and some coordinators working in one office, while others travelling to remote locations to train. This means that trainers may have to work night or late shifts or be outside. Training coordinators may also have extremely varied workloads based on the location they are involved in creating, implementing, or analyzing a training program. Training coordinators typically are accountable to a supervisory level Coordinators who work for an outsourcing company that offers training to various organizations. Senior coordinators of training may be managers who oversee subordinates.
Good interpersonal skills are essential for any trainer, because they will be working with other trainers as well as experts and trainees. A majority of coordinators require analytical skills as they are also accountable for the interpretation and reporting of data about the performance of their training programs. Training coordinators are also required to be proficient about educational techniques and the content of training. Bachelor's degrees are typically required for these positions.