Difference between revisions of "On-job training"

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Definition

On-job training is On-the-job training (OJT) is the training of employees at the place of work while he or she is doing the actual job

Description

On-the-job training (OJT) is the training of employees at the place of work while he or she is doing the actual job. Usually a professional trainer (or sometimes an experienced employee) serves as the course instructor using hands-on training often supported by formal classroom training (BusinessDictionary). It is a tool for transferring knowledge and skills. It is important to note, that OJT is one of the tools for transferring the tacit knowledge of the trainer.

On-the-job training, sometimes called direct instruction, is one of the earliest forms of training. It is a one-on-one training located at the job site, where someone who knows how to do a task shows another how to perform it. It is probably the most popular method of training because it requires only a person who knows how to do the task, and the tools the person uses to do the task. It may not be the most effective or the most efficient method at times, but it is normally the easiest to arrange and manage. Because the training takes place on the job, it can be highly realistic and no transfer of learning is required. It is often inexpensive because no special equipment is needed other than what is normally used on the job. The other side is that OJT takes the trainer and materials out of production for the duration of the training time. In addition, due to safety or other production factors, it is prohibitive in some environments.