Training Officer Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Training Officer:

  • Bachelor's degree with an appropriate Business Science major is preferred.
  • Qualification in Instruction and/or Learning Design is advantageous.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • Ability to conduct thorough needs assessments to gauge training needs.
  • Strong desktop and in-person research, presentation, and reporting skills.
  • Energetic, determined, and highly capable disposition.
  • Demonstrable experience as a Training Officer.
  • Proven track record of boosting company growth through training.
  • Knowledge of all relevant performance tracking software and indices.
  • Thorough understanding of contemporary HR and business procedures.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Training Officer skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Training Officer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.