Education & training: Building competence and confidence

Most on-the-job training fails not because the method is flawed, but because it is informal, inconsistent, and poorly governed. In this blog, Dr Richard Dune explains why unstructured shadowing and assumption-based learning create risk, particularly in regulated and safety-critical environments. He sets out what effective on-the-job training really looks like, showing how clear structure, observable standards, prepared trainers, and documented competence can turn hands-on learning into a reliable system that builds skills, reduces risk, and stands up to scrutiny.

17 Jan

Why most on-the-job training fails (and how to fix it)

Learning on the job is probably the oldest form of career development. Long before classrooms, learning management systems, or digital training platforms, people learned their trade by working alongside someone more experienced. Despite major advances in professional education, on-the-job training (OJT) remains the most widely used training method across almost...

Raising the bar: What sets great internal trainers apart?

Raising the bar: What sets great internal trainers apart? - The Mandatory Training Group UK - In today’s complex workplace environments, particularly in regulated sectors like healthcare, social care, and education, the ability to deliver effective internal training is no longer a luxury. It’s a necessity. At The Mandatory Training...