This Tip looks at how to prepare for co-training, particularly if you are used to presenting training by yourself.
A co-training experience can be very rewarding. We don’t often get a chance to work closely with our peers and see how they approach training. It can be a wonderful source of energy and support- if you plan for it.
However, if you are used to presenting training by yourself, that’s a different story. This is because the assumption of “co-presenter” status can be very rocky. It is not easy to give up authority and control in the classroom to another trainer.
It helps to prepare for-co-training if you are going to assume this possibly new and unfamiliar training role.
1.Anticipate what it will feel like to co-present.
2. Identify possible areas of friction in terms of:
- training philosophy,
- background,
- personality, or
- training style.
3. Agree to specific ground rules to minimize anticipated friction.
Co-presenting requires
- advance preparation,
- clear communication about roles ,and
- a plan to handle differences of opinion.
It’s also a good idea to have a practice run through. That way, you both will know what to expect and how to handle yourselves.
Next week we will discuss the DO’s for training with one or more co-facilitators. The following week, we will discuss the DON’Ts!
If your trainers will be co-training and need some guidance, please book a call to discuss a tailored train-the-trainer workshop. https://laurelandassociates.com/contact/
