In-house training programs are learning opportunities developed by the organization in which they are used. An in-house training program is usually the second step in the training process and is often ongoing. In-house training programs can be training related to a specific job, such as using a particular kind of software. In a manufacturing setting, in-house training might include an employee learning how to use a particular type of machinery.

Many companies provide in-house training on various HR topics, meaning it does not always have to relate to a specific job. Some examples of in-house training include the following:

• Ethics training
• Sexual harassment training
• Multicultural training
• Communication training
• Management training
• Customer service training
• Operation of special equipment
• Training to do the job itself
• Basic skills training
• You are the human resources director of training and development of a start-up organization. Discuss what should be considered when creating an in-house training program for onboarding new employees.