Workplace Trainer

A Workplace Trainer delivers training and development programmes to employees to enhance skills and performance. You might work in corporate settings, government agencies, or training organisations. Workplace Trainers assess learning needs, develop training materials, and conduct workshops or one-on-one coaching. You’ll ensure employees gain relevant skills and meet industry standards.

Workplace Trainers play a key role in workforce development. You’ll need strong communication and presentation skills to engage employees effectively. You’ll collaborate with managers to tailor training solutions and evaluate learning outcomes. Adaptability and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential to helping employees grow and succeed in their roles.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $80,080
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a workplace trainer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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TAE40122

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Online
3 - 12 months
$2,990 - $3,697
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainer and Assessor Vocational Education Trainer TAFE Teacher
Facilitator Assessor Workplace Trainer
+ 3 more
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
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BSB40520

Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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$1,250 - $5,009
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Team Leader Supervisor Service Manager
Project Coordinator Operations Coordinator Workplace Trainer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Team Leader Supervisor Service Manager Project Coordinator Operations Coordinator Workplace Trainer + 3 more
AMP40315

Certificate IV in Meat Processing (Leadership)
Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $4,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Abattoir Supervisor Operations Coordinator Workplace Trainer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Abattoir Supervisor Operations Coordinator Workplace Trainer
TAESS00014

Enterprise Trainer-Presenting Skill Set
Online
2 - 3 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Enterprise Trainer Workplace Trainer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Enterprise Trainer Workplace Trainer
TAEDEL414

Mentor in the Workplace
Online
3 months
$275
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Warehouse Leading Hand Supervisor Workplace Trainer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Warehouse Leading Hand Supervisor Workplace Trainer
TAEDEL413

Facilitate Distance-based Training
Online
3 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Vocational Education Trainer Instructional Designer RTO Compliance Officer
Workplace Trainer Learning Support Officer Community Educator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Vocational Education Trainer Instructional Designer RTO Compliance Officer Workplace Trainer Learning Support Officer Community Educator + 3 more
TAEDEL411

Facilitate Vocational Training
Online
3 months
$275
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Vocational Education Trainer Trainer and Assessor Workplace Trainer
Adult Educator Learning Facilitator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Vocational Education Trainer Trainer and Assessor Workplace Trainer Adult Educator Learning Facilitator + 2 more
TAEDEL412

Facilitate Workplace-based Learning
Online
3 months
$275
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Workplace Trainer Trainer and Assessor Learning Facilitator
Supervisor Team Leader Learning and Development Manager
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Workplace Trainer Trainer and Assessor Learning Facilitator Supervisor Team Leader Learning and Development Manager + 3 more
TAESS00021

Facilitation Skill Set
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online
6 months
$0 - $1,750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Workplace Trainer Adult Educator Learning Facilitator
Community Development Worker Human Resources Officer Volunteer Coordinator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Workplace Trainer Adult Educator Learning Facilitator Community Development Worker Human Resources Officer Volunteer Coordinator + 3 more
TAEDEL415

Complete a Practicum in a Vocational Education and Training Environment
Online
3 months
$275
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainer and Assessor Vocational Education Trainer Workplace Trainer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainer and Assessor Vocational Education Trainer Workplace Trainer
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Further reading

JobTrainer: What does it mean for me?

19th October 2020

What can you do with a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment?

10th September 2020

What can you do with a Certificate IV in Human Resources?

5th July 2021

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