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Defining and Understanding Reskilling and Upskilling
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Beginner Provider : Kristin Browning 6 Lessons · 14m in Arabic, German, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese
Course Description
You may have heard the terms “reskill” and “upskill,” which are two methods for training employees. Either can be a great solution for challenges like labor shortages and new industry trends, but they aren’t the same thing. This course will define these two options, so you can choose which is more appropriate for your employees.
We’ll also look at why reskilling and upskilling are important for businesses to succeed in the long-term. Instead of just recruiting new employees, you can find out how to develop the talent you already have. After this course, you will be able to use reskilling and upskilling to respond to organizational needs, and build your employee’s personal skill sets. We’ll discuss how to decide which competencies to develop, and how to promote learning in your workplace.
This course will help you make strategic choices toward employee skill development with upskilling and reskilling. You’ll be able to use these approaches to create a more flexible workforce. We’ll help you decide which skill sets to develop by exploring skills gaps within your organization, giving you the tools you need for success.
What You'll Learn
- Define upskilling and reskilling and distinguish between the two training methods
- Explore why upskilling and reskilling matter for long-term business success
- Identify which competencies and essential skills to develop within your organization
- Promote the value of skills development and encourage learning in your workplace
- Use reskilling and upskilling to respond to organizational needs and build employees' personal skill sets
- Examine skills gaps in your organization to create a more flexible workforce
Key Takeaways
- Reskilling and upskilling are two distinct methods for training employees, not the same thing.
- Both reskilling and upskilling can address challenges such as labor shortages and new industry trends.
- Developing the talent you already have is an alternative to simply recruiting new employees.
- Reskilling and upskilling support long-term business success and help create a more flexible workforce.
- Exploring skills gaps within your organization helps you decide which competencies to develop.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I be able to do after completing this course?
After this course, you will be able to use reskilling and upskilling to respond to organizational needs and build your employees' personal skill sets, making strategic choices toward employee skill development and creating a more flexible workforce.
What is the difference between reskilling and upskilling covered in this course?
The course defines both reskilling and upskilling as two methods for training employees that are not the same thing, helping you choose which option is more appropriate for your employees.
Who is this course for?
This course is for those responsible for employee training and skill development who want to develop existing talent rather than just recruiting new employees, and respond to challenges like labor shortages and new industry trends.
What topics does this course cover?
The course covers what upskilling and reskilling are, the importance of upskilling and reskilling, promoting the value of skills development, and essential skills to develop, and it includes a Test Your Knowledge section.
How does the course help me decide which skills to develop?
It helps you decide which skill sets to develop by exploring skills gaps within your organization and discussing how to decide which competencies to develop, giving you the tools you need for success.
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