Training managers arrange and run training programmes in organisations.
£30,000 Starter
to£45,000 Experienced
37 to 39 a week
evenings / weekends attending events or appointments
You can get into this job through:
There is no set entry route to become a training manager but you may find it useful to do a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in:
You'll usually need:
You may get into this role by doing a higher apprenticeship as a learning and development consultant.
You'll usually need:
You could start as a business administrator or training officer in a company's human resources department, and work your way up through training and promotion.
You could apply directly if you've got experience as a training officer. Most organisations will expect you to have an understanding of their industry.
You can study for professional qualifications in learning and development, either online or at a training centre approved by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development. These may be useful when you apply for jobs.
A background in teaching, lecturing in further education or as a skills assessor could be useful.
You can join the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development for professional recognition, training opportunities and to make industry contacts.
You can find out more about becoming a training manager from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
You'll need:
Your day-to-day duties could include:
You could work at a training centre, at a conference centre or in an office.