On-the-job training
On-the-job training
On-the-job training (pronunciation: /ɒn ðə dʒɒb ˈtreɪnɪŋ/), often abbreviated as OJT, is a form of training taking place in a normal working situation.
Etymology
The term "on-the-job training" is a compound phrase that originated in the early 20th century. It is derived from the English words "on", "the", "job", and "training", which when combined, describe the process of teaching the skills, knowledge, and competencies that are needed for employees to perform a specific job within the workplace and work environment.
Definition
On-the-job training involves the acquisition of specific skills and knowledge pertaining to a job or a task. It is a form of training provided at the workplace while the employee is doing the actual job. Usually, a professional trainer (or sometimes an experienced employee) serves as the course instructor using hands-on training often supported by formal classroom training.
Related Terms
- Job Shadowing: A type of on-the-job training in which an employee learns the job by walking through the job's tasks and responsibilities with a seasoned professional.
- Apprenticeship: A system of training a new generation of practitioners of a trade or profession with on-the-job training and often some accompanying study.
- Internship: A period of work experience offered by an organization for a limited period of time, often used as a longer, more in-depth form of on-the-job training.
- Mentorship: A relationship in which a more experienced or more knowledgeable person helps to guide a less experienced or less knowledgeable person, often used in conjunction with on-the-job training.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on On-the-job training
- Wikipedia's article - On-the-job training
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