COURSE OVERVIEW:
Welcome to the course on Providing Induction & Orientation for New Hires. This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively integrate new employees into your organisation, ensuring a smooth transition and fostering long-term engagement and productivity. Each section will be complemented with examples to illustrate the concepts and techniques discussed.
We begin with an introduction to induction and orientation. This section defines induction and orientation, explains their purposes, and highlights the key differences between the two processes. Understanding these foundational concepts is crucial for designing effective onboarding programs.
Planning for induction and orientation involves setting clear objectives, identifying stakeholders involved in the process, and developing a timeline and schedule. This ensures that the onboarding process is well-organised and aligns with the company's goals.
Pre-employment preparation is essential for a seamless start. Learn about sending welcome communications, preparing necessary documentation and resources, and setting up workspaces and equipment to make new hires feel welcomed and ready to start their journey.
The induction program overview covers the structure and components of an induction program, key goals, and how to customise the program for different roles and departments. This ensures that all new hires receive relevant and comprehensive information.
Orientation program overview focuses on the structure and components of an orientation program, key goals, and tailoring the orientation to reflect the company culture and values. This helps new hires integrate smoothly into the organisation.
Welcoming new hires effectively sets the tone for their experience. You will learn about creating a first-day checklist, making a positive first impression, and conducting office tours and introductions to help new employees feel comfortable and connected.
Company policies and procedures are fundamental for new hires to understand. This section provides an overview of key policies, procedures, and the importance of compliance and adherence to ensure a smooth and legally compliant integration.
Health and safety training is crucial for maintaining a safe workplace. You will learn about workplace health and safety policies, emergency procedures, evacuation plans, and how to report hazards and incidents.
Introduction to company culture is essential for fostering engagement. This section covers communicating the company mission, vision, and values, highlighting the company’s history and achievements, and encouraging cultural integration and engagement.
Role-specific training ensures new hires understand their job responsibilities and expectations. Learn about providing an overview of tools, systems, and processes, and setting performance goals and objectives to guide new employees in their roles.
Compliance and legal requirements are critical for avoiding legal issues. This section covers employment laws and regulations, anti-discrimination and equal opportunity policies, and confidentiality and data protection to ensure legal compliance.
Benefits and compensation are important for employee satisfaction. You will learn about the overview of salary and payment processes, explaining employee benefits and perks, and how new hires can access and use these benefits.
Mentorship and support systems provide ongoing assistance to new hires. This section covers the role of mentors and buddies in onboarding, establishing support networks, and conducting regular check-ins and feedback sessions to ensure continuous support.
Evaluating the induction and orientation programs is essential for continuous improvement. Learn how to collect feedback from new hires, assess program effectiveness, and make necessary improvements to enhance the onboarding experience.
By the end of this course, you will be well-equipped to design and implement effective induction and orientation programs that facilitate smooth integration, foster engagement, and support the long-term success of new employees in your organisation.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the end of this course, you will be able to understand the following topics:
1. Introduction to Induction and Orientation
- Definition and Purpose of Induction
- Definition and Purpose of Orientation
- Key Differences Between Induction and Orientation
2. Planning for Induction and Orientation
- Setting Objectives for Induction and Orientation Programs
- Identifying Stakeholders Involved in the Process
- Developing a Timeline and Schedule
3. Pre-Employment Preparation
- Sending Welcome Communications
- Preparing Necessary Documentation and Resources
- Setting Up Workspaces and Equipment
4. Induction Program Overview
- Structure and Components of an Induction Program
- Key Goals of Induction
- Customising Induction for Different Roles and Departments
5. Orientation Program Overview
- Structure and Components of an Orientation Program
- Key Goals of Orientation
- Tailoring Orientation to Company Culture and Values
6. Welcoming New Hires
- First-Day Checklist
- Creating a Positive First Impression
- Conducting Office Tours and Introductions
7. Company Policies and Procedures
- Overview of Company Policies
- Key Procedures and Protocols
- Importance of Compliance and Adherence
8. Health and Safety Training
- Workplace Health and Safety Policies
- Emergency Procedures and Evacuation Plans
- Reporting Hazards and Incidents
9. Introduction to Company Culture
- Communicating Company Mission, Vision, and Values
- Highlighting the Company’s History and Achievements
- Encouraging Cultural Integration and Engagement
10. Role-Specific Training
- Understanding Job Responsibilities and Expectations
- Overview of Tools, Systems, and Processes
- Setting Performance Goals and Objectives
11. Compliance and Legal Requirements
- Understanding Employment Laws and Regulations
- Anti-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity Policies
- Confidentiality and Data Protection
12. Benefits and Compensation
- Overview of Salary and Payment Processes
- Explaining Employee Benefits and Perks
- How to Access and Use Benefits
13. Mentorship and Support Systems
- Role of Mentors and Buddies in Onboarding
- Establishing Support Networks
- Regular Check-Ins and Feedback Sessions
14. Evaluating the Induction and Orientation Programs
- Collecting Feedback from New Hires
- Assessing Program Effectiveness
- Making Continuous Improvements
COURSE DURATION:
The typical duration of this course is approximately 2-3 hours to complete. Your enrolment is Valid for 12 Months. Start anytime and study at your own pace.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
You must have access to a computer or any mobile device with Adobe Acrobat Reader (free PDF Viewer) installed, to complete this course.
COURSE DELIVERY:
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ASSESSMENT:
A simple 10-question true or false quiz with Unlimited Submission Attempts.
CERTIFICATION:
Upon course completion, you will receive a customised digital “Certificate of Completion”.