Concept of On-the-Job and Off-the-Job Training

On-the-job training is real-life workplace learning where employees acquire skills while working.
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Off-the-job training is learning away from the workplace, through programs like day release, online courses, and workshops, to enhance professional knowledge and stay updated.

There are some key differences between on-the-job and off-the-job training:

On-the-job training involves hands-on experience and mentoring, while off-the-job training focuses on theoretical learning through lectures and case studies.

On-the-job training integrates with work routines, while off-the-job training requires leaving the workplace.

On-the-job training aims to enhance worker confidence and collaboration.

On-the-job training suits industrial companies, while non-manufacturing organizations prefer off-the-job training.

The long-term objectives of on-the-job training are oriented toward personality growth and development. Off-the-job training is more suited to achieving short-term goals due to its nature.