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Trainers work with individual adults, groups and/or organisations to provide practical training for a variety of reasons, often to improve workplace performance. The topics taught include management, computers, team building, time management, presentation, basic work skills and interpersonal skills such as communication and negotiation.
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Entry Requirements
To become a trainer, it is preferred that you have a diploma or degree and/or experience in the subject you are teaching as well as a high standard of English.
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As a trainer/facilitator in everything from personal and business development to leadership skills for high school prefects, John Williams says the best thing about his job is when he empowers someone who really needs it.
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Pay
Industry sources indicate that the average gross salary for trainers in 2008 was about $63,500, with the highest-paid 25% earning about $68,300, while the lowest-paid 25% earned an average of $53,250
Job Outlook
It is difficult for people with little experience to break into training.
