Training and Development Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization.
33 alternate job titles:
Salary Information
Training and Development Managers: $127,090 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Conduct employee training programs. | General |
| Confer with organizational members to accomplish work activities. | General |
| Determine operational compliance with regulations or standards. | General |
| Prepare operational budgets. | General |
| Evaluate program effectiveness. | Analysis |
| Evaluate training programs, instructors, or materials. | Analysis |
| Evaluate employee performance. | Analysis |
| Develop procedures to evaluate organizational activities. | Analysis |
| Conduct opinion surveys or needs assessments. | Analysis |
| Prepare graphics or other visual representations of information. | Communication |
| Develop training materials. | Development |
| Manage human resources activities. | Management |
| Coordinate special events or programs. | Management |
Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Adobe Acrobat | Document management software |
| Adobe Illustrator | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| Adobe Photoshop | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| Cisco Webex | Video conferencing software |
| Epic Systems | Medical software |
| JavaScript | Web platform development software |
| Microsoft Dynamics | Enterprise resource planning ERP software |
| Microsoft Project | Project management software |
| Microsoft Visual Basic | Development environment software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Oracle PeopleSoft | Enterprise resource planning ERP software |
| Learning management system LMS | Computer based training software |
| Adobe ActionScript | Development environment software |
| Adobe Captivate | Computer based training software |
| Adobe Dreamweaver | Web page creation and editing software |
| Adobe Presenter | Computer based training software |
| AgileView Software SmartView | Computer based training software |
| Alchemy Systems SISTEM | Computer based training software |
| Articulate Rapid E-Learning Studio | Computer based training software |
| Beeline Learning Management System LMS | Computer based training software |
| Blackbaud The Raiser's Edge | Customer relationship management CRM software |
| Blatant Media Absorb LMS | Computer based training software |
| Brainshark Rapid Learning | Computer based training software |
| Caliban Mindwear HyperGASP | Presentation software |
| Cobent Learning and Compliance Suite LCS | Computer based training software |
| Common Curriculum | Computer based training software |
| Computer Generated Solutions Learning Management System | Computer based training software |
| Cornerstone OnDemand Cornerstone Learning | Computer based training software |
| Dazzlersoft DazzlerMax | Presentation software |
| EZ LCMS | Computer based training software |
| Eedo Knowledgeware Eedo Force Ten | Computer based training software |
| ElearningForce JoomlaLMS | Computer based training software |
| FlexTraining Total e-Learning Solution | Computer based training software |
| Flying PopCorn | Presentation software |
| Freeze.com Ovation Studio Pro | Presentation software |
| FunEducation Outstart Trainer | Computer based training software |
| G-Cube Solutions Wizdom Web LMS | Computer based training software |
| GeoMetrix Data Systems Training Partner | Computer based training software |
| HP Trim | Document management software |
| HunterStone THESIS | Computer based training software |
| ICS Learning Group Inquisiq EX | Computer based training software |
| Ikonami AT-Learning Tool | Computer based training software |
| Inspired eLearning iLMS | Computer based training software |
| Intelladon Enterprise Knowledge Platform EKP | Computer based training software |
| Intelligent Information Conversion Technologies MeritScholar | Computer based training software |
| Intellum Rollbook | Computer based training software |
| Kookaburra Studios Knowledge Presenter | Computer based training software |
| LeanForward LearnPoint | Computer based training software |
| Learn HQ Activate LMS | Computer based training software |
| Learn.com CourseMaker Studio | Computer based training software |
| Learn.com LearnCenter Talent Management Suite | Enterprise resource planning ERP software |
| Linspire Nvu | Web page creation and editing software |
| Magenta MultiMedia Tools Magenta II | Presentation software |
| MediaChance Multimedia Builder | Presentation software |
| Medworxx Learning Management System | Computer based training software |
| Microsoft FrontPage | Web page creation and editing software |
| Microsoft Publisher | Desktop publishing software |
| Moodle | Computer based training software |
| Mzinga On-Demand Learning Suite | Computer based training software |
| NetDimensions Enterprise Knowledge Platform EKP | Computer based training software |
| OnPoint Digital OnPoint Learning & Performance Suite | Computer based training software |
| Open e-LMS | Computer based training software |
| Operitel LearnFlex | Computer based training software |
| PRO-ductivity Systems Compliance Training Manager Web | Computer based training software |
| Pathlore LMS | Computer based training software |
| Plateau Learning Management System LMS | Computer based training software |
| RISC Virtual Training Assistant | Computer based training software |
| Rapid Intake Unison | Computer based training software |
| Right Reason Technologies RightTrack | Computer based training software |
| SAFARI Video Networks eZediaQTI | Web page creation and editing software |
| Saba Centra | Computer based training software |
| SkillSoft SkillPort | Computer based training software |
| SumTotal Systems ToolBook | Computer based training software |
| SumTotal Systems TotalLMS | Computer based training software |
| SyberWorks Training Center | Computer based training software |
| Telania eLeaP Learning Management System LMS/LCMS | Computer based training software |
| The Human Equation InSite LMS | Computer based training software |
| TrainCaster LMS | Computer based training software |
| TrainOnTrack Learning Management System LMS | Computer based training software |
| Trivantis Lectora | Computer based training software |
| Upside Learning UpsideLMS | Computer based training software |
| WBT Systems TopClass | Video conferencing software |
| Web browser software | Internet browser software |
| Xerceo Learn | Computer based training software |
| Xyleme Learning Content Management System LCMS | Computer based training software |
| Ziiva Prosperity LMS | Computer based training software |
| dominKnow Learning Center | Computer based training software |
| eXe | Web page creation and editing software |
| iLinc Communications LearnLinc | Computer based training software |
| techniques.org knowledgeWorks LMS | Computer based training software |
| Apache Cassandra | Data base management system software |
| Blackboard software | Data base user interface and query software |
Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Developer of Training | International Society of Performance Improvement | Not Available |
| Certified Facilitator of Training | International Society of Performance Improvement | Not Available |
| Certified Hospitality Trainer | American Hotel and Lodging Association Educational Institute | Not Available |
| Certified Master of Career Services | National Career Development Association | Not Available |
| Certified Performance Technologist | International Society of Performance Improvement | Not Available |
| Certified Professional in Talent Development | ATD Certification Institute | Not Available |
| Certified Workforce Development Professional | National Association of Workforce Development Professionals | Not Available |
| Global Career Development Facilitator | Center for Credentialing & Education, Inc. | Not Available |
| Global Professional in Human Resources | Human Resource Certification Institute | Not Available |
| Master Career Director | Career Directors International | Not Available |
| Professional in Human Resources - International | Human Resource Certification Institute | Not Available |
| Senior Professional in Human Resources | Human Resource Certification Institute | Not Available |
| Senior Professional in Human Resources - International | Human Resource Certification Institute | Not Available |
| Strategic Management Professional | Association for Strategic Planning | Not Available |
| Strategic Planning Professional | Association for Strategic Planning | Not Available |
| Trainer Specialist | Association of Credit and Collection Professionals | Not Available |