Assess Training Impact, Optimize Learning Outcomes, and Demonstrate ROI
The Training Evaluator course is a five-day advanced program in Accordemy®’s Trainer Development Program (TDP), designed for professionals tasked with measuring the effectiveness and impact of training initiatives. This course equips participants with the tools, models, and analytical skills needed to plan, implement, and report on training evaluations across all phases—baseline, midterm, and post-intervention.
In a world where learning and development budgets are increasingly scrutinized, the ability to demonstrate training impact is no longer optional—it’s essential. This course provides the skills to show clear, data-backed connections between training activities and performance outcomes.
Whether you’re an experienced trainer, an M&E (Monitoring & Evaluation) specialist, or an L&D leader, Training Evaluator empowers you to turn data into insights and training into measurable value.
Who Should Enroll in This Course?
This course is designed for professionals who already have experience in training delivery or instructional design and want to advance into strategic roles focused on impact measurement. Ideal participants include:
- Certified master trainers and senior facilitators
- L&D professionals responsible for training quality and performance metrics
- Project managers overseeing large-scale capacity-building initiatives
- Monitoring and evaluation officers in development or education sectors
- HR professionals measuring training return on investment
- Consultants developing evidence-based training strategies
Core Skills and Competencies You Will Gain
Participants in the Training Evaluator course will gain practical and strategic competencies in the following areas:
Evaluation Frameworks and Models
Gain in-depth knowledge of global training evaluation models including:
- Kirkpatrick’s Four Levels of Evaluation (Reaction, Learning, Behavior, Results)
- Phillips ROI Methodology for calculating return on investment
- CIRO Model for evaluating context, input, reactions, and outcomes
- Anderson’s Model for continuous improvement and alignment with business goals
- Success Case Method (SCM) for identifying the most and least effective training outcomes
Learn how to select and apply the appropriate model depending on your training goals, resources, and stakeholder expectations.
Data Collection and Analysis
Build your capacity to gather meaningful training data using:
- Pre- and post-training assessments
- Surveys, interviews, and focus groups
- Observation tools and checklists
- Digital engagement analytics from learning platforms
- 360-degree feedback mechanisms
You will also gain foundational skills in both qualitative and quantitative analysis, allowing you to make sense of diverse data types.
Reporting and Communication
- Learn to structure evaluation reports that are clear, persuasive, and tailored to your audience
- Use visual data presentation techniques to share insights with decision-makers
- Develop recommendations that inform strategic planning and improve training design
- Navigate the politics of feedback and deliver sensitive results constructively
Impact Measurement and ROI
Define and measure indicators for long-term training success
- Identify links between learning outcomes and organizational KPIs
- Calculate financial returns using the Phillips ROI model
- Conduct benchmarking and comparative analysis
Evaluation Strategy and Integration
- Design evaluation plans aligned with program objectives
- Engage stakeholders early to ensure meaningful results
- Implement evaluation processes that are practical, scalable, and sustainable
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement through regular assessment cycles
How This Course Fits in the Trainer Development Pathway
The Training Evaluator course is the Level 4 B component of the structured Trainer Development Program (TDP). It follows the Training of Master Trainers (ToMT) and runs parallel to the Instructional Material Designer (Level 4 A) program.
After successful completion of this course, participants are eligible to:
- Apply their evaluation expertise across development, corporate, and educational contexts
- Attempt the (Accordemy® CT) Level 4 B: Training Evaluator certification
- Advance to the final level of the TDP: Training Manager (Level 5)
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Apply appropriate evaluation models to different types of training programs
- Design and implement full-cycle training evaluations
- Collect, interpret, and report training data effectively
- Make data-informed decisions that improve training impact
- Justify training budgets and demonstrate return on investment
- Position themselves as strategic contributors to organizational development
You may also be interested in other courses in the Trainer Development Program
Why Choose Accordemy®?
Accordemy® is a recognized leader in structured professional development for trainers, instructional designers, and learning strategists. Our evaluation training is grounded in real-world application and tailored for professionals who want to take their training accountability to the next level.
What you get with Accordemy®:
- Experienced facilitators with global M&E and training experience
- Field-tested templates, tools, and report frameworks
- Hands-on practice with real data and evaluation challenges
- A structured certification pathway respected across sectors
- Continued access to alumni resources and professional networks
Benefits to Employers and Sponsors
Organizations that develop in-house training evaluation capabilities benefit from:
- Evidence-based L&D decisions
- Improved training quality through continuous feedback and refinement
- Transparency and accountability in training investments
- Stronger alignment between training and organizational strategy
- Enhanced impact reporting for donors, boards, or senior leadership
Evaluation is not just about tracking performance—it’s about leading with clarity and making every training session count.
What’s Next After Training Evaluator?
After completing the Training Evaluator course, you can:
- Offer consultancy or internal leadership in M&E-focused training roles
- Take the (Accordemy® CT) Level 4 B: Training Evaluator certification exam
- Advance to Level 5: Training Manager, the final and most strategic role in the TDP
Start Measuring What Matters
Training without evaluation is just guesswork. If you’re ready to quantify your training impact, communicate your program’s value, and lead improvements that matter—enroll in the Training Evaluator course today.
Contact Accordemy® to reserve your seat, inquire about custom corporate training, or begin your certification process.
