There are four basic types of training.
There are many different ways to train people. The only question is what is the best way to train them? The point of training an individual is to help them learn the job quickly and accurately. They assist in matching an individual to a job and improve a person's chance of receiving good performance recognition as a new employee. The four types of training are Apprentice training, Vestibule training, On-the-job training and off-the-job training.
Apprentice training is given to people who are new to the job. The training is designed to teach them rules for getting the work done quickly, efficiently and correctly and for providing an opportunity for applying these procedures. Apprentice training is done both on and off the job. The majority of the technical trades to include construction, carpentry and Electricians are required to go through apprenticeship programs before they are able to join unions and acquire their permits to become actual Journeymen.
Vestibule training is done in a place that simulates the actual workplace. They are sent to special places in the shop or even simulators and closely supervised by a superior and then once they are properly trained they will be assigned to their actual job. Some of examples of jobs that do this are Pilots and Space crewmembers and even lathe workers.
On-the-job training is provided by the immediate Supervisor and by fellow workers. It can be formal or informal in nature and usually consist of coaching the employee in the most efficient way to get the job done. The best thing about on-the-job training is that it bypasses all of the trial and error and gets down to how to do the job. Most jobs use this type of training.
Off-the-job training is done away from the job place. Often it is used when people need to be trained in activities or ideas that are non-technical in nature, effective communications, motivation, and leadership.
