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Leon Clark TTrIC DipTechTch GradDipEdAdmin MEdSt

Training Consultant, 
Westinghouse Brake and Signal Company (Australia) Limited

Changing economic and workforce practices in Australian railways have placed new demands on managers when considering training for their various operating systems, whether the demands be for new-system training or for re-current training. One possible solution in addressing these demands is out-sourcing of the provision of training

This paper broadly examines the concept of the out-sourcing of training by identifying the relevant issues which should be considered by managers and by highlighting some examples of best practice. One benchmark for out- sourced training providers will be proposed along with some discussion on trainer accreditation and trainer professionalism. It will also discuss training provider accreditation, workplace assessment and the provision of certification. Whilst directed to the railway industry, the paper draws from a broad base of vocational training and education disciplines.