The Train the Trainer: Course Development workshop is designed for local trainers who are conducting one- or two-day safety or craft skills training courses they design themselves. This intensive workshop focuses specifically on the practical application of instructional design, curriculum development theories, and concepts for making course curriculum and content learner-centered.
Local trainers will select and work on developing a specific portion of their one- or two-day course to practice applying these skills; finalize a course description and outline; begin drafting lesson plans; and create a list of materials, equipment, and resources needed for their safety or craft skills course. Trainers will receive support and feedback on the instructional design of their course from the instructors and the other IATSE trainers in the course. Please note participants will not be developing an entire course and there will only be time in this session to work on part of a single one- or two-day course that is being developed.
*This course does not cover classroom management skills or presentation techniques. Those topics are covered separately in the Train the Trainer: Training Techniques course, which we highly recommend trainers take before attending this course.
Who is it for?
This course is intended for trainers conducting one- or two-day safety or craft skills courses they design themselves. The application requires a course title and course description for the course the local plans to have the selected trainer develop during the workshop. Note: We highly recommend previous participation in a Train the Trainer: Training Techniques course before attending Train the Trainer: Course Development. If you are unsure if your trainer has done this, we can let you know.
Local unions are invited to select up to three IATSE workers from their local to attend this workshop. Select IATSE workers who you want to develop (or further develop) their own curriculum for one/two-day safety or craft skills courses you want them to teach for the local. If you are a Training Director, Training Coordinator, and/or other officer responsible for coordinating training at your local but do not teach craft skills and/or safety courses at the local, you are welcome to attend this course, so you also know and understand the training methods being shared with trainers. Click here for more information.
DATES: August 9–11, 2024
TIMES: Day 1: 5:30–7 p.m. | Day 2: 8 a.m.–5 p.m. | Day 3: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
LOCATION: Burbank, CA
COST: The Training Trust Fund is paying for the cost of three nights of room and taxes at a hotel close to the training venue. Breakfast and lunch will also be provided by the TTF on days that class is in session. As with other courses, the TTF cannot pay for the cost of travel, meals outside of the ones provided, other incidentals, or per diem costs associated with travel or participation in this workshop.
INSTRUCTORS:
Esther Ramirios is a learning strategist who partners with organizations to cultivate a learning and professional development culture. Over the past 18 years, she has specialized in instructional program design with various labor-management programs throughout the country. She currently coaches subject matter experts on developing outcome-oriented learning programs. Ms. Ramirios holds master’s degrees in Organizational Management and Education with a specialization in Adult Learning & Curriculum Development.
John Mathews, a comic at heart, has spent the past 10 years leveraging his improv training from Second City and Groundlings to deliver trainings that ensure learners have fun while learning. He has worked as a trainer in the corporate, government, and nonprofit sectors, with extensive experience working in healthcare and higher education. He currently serves as a Career Coach for UC Merced, where he leads career and personal development workshops. He is a certified coach through the Association for Talent Development and a seasoned instructional designer.
Check back for application
Email your application and we will notify you once we have determined eligibility and have a space for your selected trainers. Please be advised that only individuals who've been selected by their local and have received a confirmation email will be admitted to the course. Walk-ins will not be accepted.