Training Curriculum Designer
Overview
The Training Curriculum Designer skill provides specialized capabilities for designing comprehensive training curricula and learning paths. This skill enables competency-based learning design, learning objective development using Bloom's taxonomy, and complete training program planning for change initiatives and capability building.
Capabilities
Competency-Based Learning Paths
- Create competency-based learning paths
- Map competencies to learning objectives
- Define proficiency levels
- Design progression sequences
Learning Objectives Development
- Generate learning objectives using Bloom's taxonomy
- Create measurable outcome statements
- Align objectives with business goals
- Structure objectives by cognitive level
Training Module Outlines
- Create detailed training module outlines
- Define content sections and activities
- Specify duration and delivery method
- Include practice and assessment components
Assessment Instrument Design
- Design assessment instruments
- Create pre/post knowledge assessments
- Develop skills demonstrations
- Build competency verification tools
Training Effort Calculation
- Calculate training effort and duration
- Estimate development time
- Plan delivery resources
- Budget training costs
Blended Learning Strategies
- Create blended learning strategies
- Mix synchronous and asynchronous
- Combine digital and in-person
- Design reinforcement activities
Training Schedule and Logistics
- Generate training schedules
- Plan venue and resource requirements
- Coordinate facilitator assignments
- Manage participant enrollment
Usage
Create Learning Path
Create a competency-based learning path for:
Role: [Target role]
Competencies Required: [Competency list]
Design progression from novice to proficient.
Develop Learning Objectives
Develop learning objectives for this training:
[Training topic description]
Apply Bloom's taxonomy and ensure measurability.
Design Training Module
Design a training module for:
Topic: [Topic]
Duration: [Available time]
Audience: [Target audience]
Include content outline, activities, and assessments.
Plan Training Program
Plan a complete training program for:
Change Initiative: [Description]
Target Audience: [Roles and count]
Include curriculum, schedule, and logistics.
Process Integration
This skill integrates with the following business analysis processes:
- training-enablement-design.js - Core training design
- knowledge-transfer.js - Capability building programs
- change-management-strategy.js - Change training components
Dependencies
- Learning design templates
- Bloom's taxonomy framework
- Training planning tools
- Assessment design guides
Training Design Reference
Bloom's Taxonomy - Cognitive Domain
| Level |
Description |
Action Verbs |
| Remember |
Recall facts and concepts |
Define, list, identify, recall |
| Understand |
Explain ideas or concepts |
Describe, explain, summarize |
| Apply |
Use information in new situations |
Apply, demonstrate, solve |
| Analyze |
Draw connections among ideas |
Analyze, compare, examine |
| Evaluate |
Justify a decision or position |
Assess, critique, evaluate |
| Create |
Produce new or original work |
Create, design, develop |
Learning Objective Format (ABCD)
- Audience: Who will learn
- Behavior: What they will be able to do
- Condition: Under what circumstances
- Degree: How well (criterion)
Example: "Given a customer complaint (C), the service representative (A) will resolve the issue using the 5-step resolution process (B) with 90% customer satisfaction (D)."
Training Module Template
MODULE: [Module Title]
Duration: [X hours]
Delivery: [Method]
OBJECTIVES:
By the end of this module, participants will be able to:
1. [Objective 1]
2. [Objective 2]
3. [Objective 3]
CONTENT OUTLINE:
1. Introduction (X min)
- Learning objectives
- Relevance to role
2. Topic 1 (X min)
- Content
- Activity
3. Topic 2 (X min)
- Content
- Activity
4. Practice (X min)
- Scenario/exercise
5. Assessment (X min)
- Knowledge check
6. Summary (X min)
- Key takeaways
- Next steps
MATERIALS:
- Slides
- Participant guide
- Job aids
- Assessment
Blended Learning Mix
| Component |
Purpose |
Examples |
| Self-paced |
Knowledge acquisition |
e-Learning, videos, reading |
| Instructor-led |
Complex concepts, Q&A |
Classroom, virtual sessions |
| Practice |
Skill development |
Simulations, role plays |
| Social |
Peer learning |
Discussion forums, cohorts |
| On-the-job |
Application |
Assignments, projects |
| Coaching |
Individual support |
1:1 sessions, mentoring |
Training Effort Estimation
| Activity |
Development Ratio |
| Instructor-led |
40:1 (40 hrs dev per 1 hr delivery) |
| e-Learning (basic) |
80:1 |
| e-Learning (interactive) |
180:1 |
| Video |
20:1 |
| Job aids |
10:1 |
Assessment Types
| Type |
Purpose |
When to Use |
| Pre-assessment |
Baseline knowledge |
Before training |
| Knowledge check |
Retention during training |
End of modules |
| Post-assessment |
Learning validation |
End of training |
| Skills demonstration |
Application ability |
After practice |
| On-the-job observation |
Transfer of learning |
Weeks after training |
Kirkpatrick Evaluation Model
| Level |
Measures |
Methods |
| 1 - Reaction |
Satisfaction |
Surveys, feedback forms |
| 2 - Learning |
Knowledge/skills gained |
Assessments, demonstrations |
| 3 - Behavior |
Application on the job |
Observation, manager feedback |
| 4 - Results |
Business impact |
Metrics, KPIs |