Field Training Program Overview

Questions and Answers

What support should agency management provide for the FTP program to succeed?

Offering financial aid

Providing equipment

Creating extra training materials

Support of agency management administration (correct)

What should the FTO realize about the trainee's deployment status?

The trainee is new and their job performance is constantly being assessed.

What does the validity of the program refer to?

The degree to which the FTO program produces the intended performance results when measured against standard guidelines.

What is meant by the reliability of the program?

The ability of the FTO program to provide consistent performance results over a series of applications on all trainees. Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of proper scheduling in a training program?

To avoid training burnout and ensure effective scheduling of learning activities. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary to document training?

To meticulously document and preserve a trainee's performance using appropriate performance benchmarks. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Support of Agency Management Administration

Essential for the success of the Field Training Program (FTP).
Motivates trainees when they see management's interest in their success.
Important for chain of command to be informed about significant events involving trainees.

Deployment Status of the Trainee

Field Training Officer (FTO) must recognize the trainee's newness.
Trainee's performance is under constant evaluation.

Validity of the Program

Refers to the effectiveness of the FTO program in achieving intended performance outcomes.
Performance results should align with established guidelines.
Ensures the outcomes reflect the required standards accurately.

Reliability of the Program

Indicates the FTO program's consistency in delivering performance results across various trainees.
Must provide dependable outcomes with each application.
Utilizes a field training guide and a five-point rating scale for standard evaluations.

Proper Scheduling

Involves careful planning of training activities to prevent trainee burnout.
Scheduling is managed by the FTO coordinator and is essential for maintaining effectiveness.

Document Training

FTO is responsible for detailed documentation of trainee performance.
Documentation should adhere to established performance benchmarks for accuracy.

Description

Explore the vital aspects of the Field Training Program (FTP) including trainee support, deployment status, and program validity and reliability. Understand the role of management's involvement and the standards that ensure effective training outcomes.