Benefits of Online Training

It is particularly cost-effective for small companies, as there are no minimum numbers required for training; it can accommodate as little as one individual.

A key advantage to online training is the potential for a quick delivery and turn-around time of training when compared to traditional classroom based learning.

Online training reduces learning time due to:

• The length of time needed to undertake training –courses can be tailored to have any length of completion time.
• The lack of time spent away from the workplace travelling to training venues.
• The ability to learn at your own pace – learning management systems remember where learners reached in the course, so they can return from where they left off.

As well as this, you can undertake multiple courses in any chosen time period as you can go from one course straight to the next with quick, simple access which you control.

3) More effective learner engagement

By using a learning management system, you can track the progression of learners and receive reports on their activities, including grades and answers to questions. Also, students have to participate more actively through this method of learning, which usually results in a higher knowledge retention rate.

4) Tailored to your learners

Online courses are customisable, and can be tailored to suit your organisation’s or individual’s needs. You can add appropriate resources, materials or questions to ensure that learners are covering all the key areas they need for their understanding.

In addition, learners can often skip quicker through areas they have a better understanding of, and can spend a longer amount of time reviewing areas they need to improve on or are unfamiliar with.

5) Flexibility and Consistency

Online training offers the ability for high levels of coverage, such as learners who may travel a lot for work, or have differing shift patterns from the majority of individuals within the organisation. It also ensures that communication and presentation of information is consistent, meaning all learners receive the same training.

Hopefully the above points help to emphasise the advantages of using an online learning management system, and may have given you an insight into a new alternative for your training needs.

To access a free trial to our online health and safety training do not hesitate to contact Jodie on jodie@safetyboss.co.uk or 01394 389683. Alternatively you can take a look at our full range of online courses here.