What is a training plan?

As an apprentice or trainee, you, your employer, and your training provider (and your school if you are in school) need to develop a training plan. This training plan outlines:

  • your current skills
  • what training you need to do
  • who will deliver the training
  • when and where training will be delivered
  • how long training will take
  • when and how training will be assessed and monitored
  • what qualification will be issued on completion of training
  • any special training needs.

Your training plan must include details of training you do off-the-job. This is training that takes place outside of your normal work duties. The training plan is to be completed and signed by you, your employer, your training provider, and your parent or guardian if you are under 18 at high school. Three copies must be kept: one by you, one by your employer and one by your training provider.