Training manager: providers, information, tips, self-tests, FAQs

You can become a training manager if you first pass the professional examination for trainers. Alternatively, equivalent training in adult education with proof of the relevant knowledge and skills is required. The examination requires at least 4 years of practical experience in training and further education amounting to 1500 hours as well as 500 hours of practical experience in a managerial role.

Training managers take on a variety of specialist and management tasks in adult education. They design, organize, evaluate and optimize in-house and external training courses. In particular, this includes the conception, design and further development of training courses and courses in the specialist, leadership and personality areas.

The main tasks according to the training manager's job description include

• Preparation and implementation of the training
• find out about all the important training content in advance
• Creation of a structured training plan

This requires a careful and problem-solving approach, pedagogical skills, a confident manner and leadership qualities.

The following competencies are required in the job description for the training manager:

• Evaluate and justify educational concepts
• Coordinate and supervise educational programs
• (Further) develop the quality of educational programs
• Manage organizational unit
• Positioning educational offers in the environment
• Managing projects in the education sector

The following skills are required in training management:

• Very good general education
• Interest in adult education
• Management experience
• Conflict and communication skills
• Performance competence
• Organizational talent

Training manager training takes one to two years. The training can be completed on a part-time basis. The qualifications required for the examination are acquired in the form of modules.

The training manager course teaches practice-oriented skills for the planning, implementation and further development of educational programs in adult education. The focus is on the following central subject areas:

• Designing educational programs
  • Development and further development of training and continuing education, further training in specialist, management and personal areas
  • Consideration of the organization's objectives, the educational needs of the target groups and the financial and institutional framework conditions
  • Definition of content and selection of suitable didactic methods
• Manage staff deployment
  • Management of teams and employees in the education sector
  • Planning and organization of personnel deployment
  • Selection, commissioning and integration of external teachers and service providers
• Educational marketing and public relations
  
  • Establishing and maintaining contacts with relevant decision-makers
  • Management of marketing activities and external communication
  • Positioning of the educational offer in the adult education market

This course offers a comprehensive foundation for management tasks in the education sector. It is aimed at people who want to shape educational processes professionally and strategically develop educational institutions.

Please note: The specific content and focus may vary depending on the school. It is advisable to enquire about the details directly with the respective institution. Questions about a specific education provider? You can use our contact form to forward your inquiry directly to the desired school. Find out now and get clarity.

A training manager job offer can be advertised by:

• educational institutions
• Vocational schools
• Other schools
• Companies for continuing education, further training
• Non-profit organizations
• Other course providers on the education market