Learning and Development Specialist
Design and deliver staff training programs.
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- What's it like to be a Learning and Development Specialist?
- How to become a Learning and Development Specialist
- Latest Learning and Development Specialist jobs
- Top skills and experience for Learning and Development Specialists
- Learning and Development Specialist role reviews
What's it like to be a Learning and Development Specialist?
Learning and Development Specialists create training programs that improve the skills of an organisation and its employees. They use a variety of adult learning methods to address skill gaps and improve overall performance.
Tasks and duties
- Identifying learning and development requirements of individuals and organisations.
- Gathering and researching background materials to build knowledge.
- Designing, planning, scheduling and facilitating adult learning programs, workshops, demonstrations and conferences, both online and in-person.
- Approaching third party training providers to deliver specific training programs.
- Providing career guidance to employees. Using a variety of training aids and computer software to design and deliver training workshops, presentations and learning modules.
- Assessing the quality of training delivery and keeping stakeholders and management informed of training progress.
How to become a Learning and Development Specialist
A tertiary qualification in human resources, training, education or a related field is usually required to become a Learning and Development Specialist. Some employers prefer candidates with a bachelor degree.
- 1.Complete a bachelor degree majoring in human resource management, education or a related field. This usually takes three years. Look for internship opportunities while studying to gain workplace experience.
- 2.Consider advancing your skills with postgraduate study, such as a Master of Human Resource Management. This usually takes one to two years.
- 3.Build experience in an entry-level role in human resources, education or a related field.
- 4.Consider joining the Australian Institute of Training and Development (AITD) which provides access to professional development opportunities, resources and networking opportunities.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Learning and Development Specialist employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Learning and Development
eLearning Facilitation
Learning Management Systems
Instructional Design
Adult Learning Principles
Training Needs Analysis
Learning Strategies
Organisational Development
Learning and Development Strategy
Leadership Development
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Latest Learning and Development Specialist reviews
4.0Mar 2025
The role of a learning and development specialist is profoundly rewarding as you witness people transform through knowledge and skills you helped cultivate.
Reviewer's QualificationCertificate IV in Training and Assessment
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationBanking & Financial Services
The good thingsBeing a learning and development specialist is incredibly rewarding. You directly impact people's growth and career trajectories while witnessing their "aha" moments firsthand. You stay at the cutting...
The challengesMeasuring ROI can be difficult as training benefits aren't always immediately visible
Securing adequate budget and executive buy-in requires persistent advocacy.
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3.0Nov 2023
I love helping people achieve more in their role with training and coaching. Helping people realise their potential was worth the parts that were not great.
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Education
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationMining, Resources & Energy
The good thingsThe work was extremely flexible. A lot of travel opportunities. Mining sector pays very well. You get to meet people from all walks of life which makes for a great work place.
The challengesMining has an extremely high attrition rate for a good reason. The culture isn’t great, especially for women. It can be a dangerous place at time when left at camp as a female.
Leadership was not all...
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