Train-the-Trainer Certificate Facilitated by The Bob Pike Group (Classes may be taken individually or as part of the certificate) | |
Training is widely accepted as one of the best methods for improving employee morale and enhancing employee skills. Increasingly, managers and leaders realize that the key to business growth and success is to develop the skills and knowledge of its workforce. That is why the U of M and The Bob Pike Group have partnered to offer one of the most comprehensive train-the-trainer certificate programs available. Using research-based, field-tested, creative training strategies, you will learn how to effectively manage and influence people in educational and training situations. The highly interactive and engaging courses focus on training facilitation skills, participant-centered methodologies, presentation skills, design strategies and more.
Intended audience
- Trainers, instructors, consultants, instructional designers, subject matter experts, managers, organizational development practitioners, and human resource professionals and others who want to gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to design and deliver first-rate training
- Workplace learning and performance professionals seeking to improve workplace productivity, and measure results
- Classroom trainers who want to learn how to use simple tools to produce learning that educates a wide range of learners
Benefits of this certificate
Gain a wide scope of training skills
- Understand adult learning theory, motivation for learning applications
- Develop and practice presentation skills
- Apply field-tested repeatable design processes
Learn competencies based on both American Society of Training and Development and the International Board for Standards of Training, Performance, and Instruction
Earn a co-branded certificate from The Bob Pike Group awarded by the U of M
To complete this certificate program, you will take four required courses for a total of 48 contact hours. The courses may be taken in any order, but must be completed within two years of your first course. Look for the TTC code which designates courses that apply to the Train-the-Trainer Certificate program. There is a one-time $35 certificate enrollment fee.
Train-the-Trainer Certificate Courses (Take one or take all)
48 contact hours / 4.8 CEUsCourses | CEUs | Month(s) Offered |
Required |
Creative Training Techniques (18 hours) | 1.8 | Feb10/June10 |
Eight Steps of Instructional Design (12 hours) | 1.2 | March 10/July 10 |
Introduction to E-learning and Webinars (12 hours) | 1.2 | March 2010/April 10/ October 10 |
Advanced Creative Training Techniques (6 hours) | 0.6 | November 09/May 10 |
Presentation Skills for Professionals | 0.6 | February 2010 |
Can't wait? Want your Certificate sooner?
Attend our FAST TRACK in 3 weeks from start to finish February 17 - March 5, 2010.
For more information on our Fast Track Program and to register Click here.
Certificate Enrollment Information
To enroll in the Train-the-Trainer Certificate program call us at 612-624-4000. There is a one-time $35 enrollment fee to enroll in the certificate program. Individuals enrolled in a certificate program are entitled to a $20 discount off course fees.
Additional InformationFor more information on this or any other certificate program please click on the
"View Courses/Register Now" link at the top of the page or contact the College of Continuing Education Information Center:
 | Please note: Because these classes are run through the University of Minnesota, any coupons, specials, or discounts offered by The Bob Pike Group can not be applied to classes offered with the University of Minnesota. |
