Training Needs Assessment Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a training needs assessment?

• To create training materials

• To evaluate employee satisfaction

• To assess employee attendance

• To identify human performance needs

Which of the following is NOT a reason employees may not perform at the desired level?

• Organizational culture of indifference

• Lack of motivation

• Insufficient incentive

• Inadequate materials

What is the first question a training needs assessment seeks to answer?

• Why aren't employees performing at the desired level?

• What training methods should be used?

• What are the organizational goals?

• How can we improve employee morale?

If a performance issue is due to environmental factors, which solution might be appropriate?

• Granting increased compensation

• Offering online courses

• Conducting memory exercises

• Providing job aids

What type of performance issue is addressed by providing realistic practice opportunities?

• Cultural performance issues

• Knowledge-based performance issues

• Skills-based performance issues

• Environmental performance issues

What is a potential consequence of misdiagnosing a performance issue?

• Enhanced training effectiveness

• Increased employee engagement

• Improved organizational culture

• Wasted budget and time

Which of the following is a method to resolve knowledge-based performance issues?

• Updating technology

• Removing physical obstacles

• Providing performance supports

• Increasing compensation

What is the role of a performance consultant in a training needs assessment?

• To implement training programs

• To identify barriers to performance

• To prescribe training solutions

• To conduct employee interviews

What is the second key question in a training needs assessment?

• What are the training costs?

• What will help employees perform at the desired level?

• How can we measure success?

• What are the employee demographics?

Which of the following is an example of an environmental performance issue?

• Insufficient practice opportunities

• Lack of knowledge about procedures

• Poor communication skills

• Inadequate training materials