Training and development officer : Career development

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In order to become a training and development officer, you often need to have gained three or four years' experience in a related role such as assistant training officer or training administrator. From here, you can progress to higher levels which, depending on the size of the organisation, could include:

• adviser/team leader/junior management;
• middle management/partner/head of department;
• senior management.

To reach the highest levels, you need to show great personal achievements within the field of training and development. It may be necessary to move from small organisations to larger ones in order to progress. High levels of career management skills may be necessary to take advantage of opportunities. Another option is to move into related work such as personnel, human resources or general management. With experience, it is also possible to become a lecturer in a college or university.

You may also decide to set up your own business as a self-employed consultant/adviser.

As your career develops, you can upgrade your Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)  membership. For example, if you are a graduate member, you may become a full member after three years' relevant management experience.

Your own personal development is essential to progression. Documenting any continuing professional development (CPD) you undertake, be it through attending conferences, doing short courses or adding to qualifications, is important.