4 Types of Training Checklists for New Employees
4 Types of Training Checklists for New Employees
Having a new job also means being the new kid in town. Often, it’s a very intimidating position to be in. It’s facing a new workplace and culture, where you’re not sure how to move around.
As employers, you can turn what could be an awful employee experience into a memorable and more engaging one by following a training checklist for your new hires. The most important part of the employee’s first steps is to be oriented, so don’t forget this checklist.
A new hire’s first-day experience can affect employee engagement. A successful new hire training process should help your new employee feel supported and engaged in learning and upskilling as they go through this important transition to their new roles.
With this, your primary goal is to equip your new employees with the basic information they will need as they navigate their first few days in the company.
Before A New Hire Starts
Send a welcome email to the new employee with the following basic information:
Start date
Time of arrival (if different from the mandated working hours)
Working hours
Company dress code
Company policies
Where to go first upon arrival and the point person if different from the sender
Name of supervisor (if a new hire is to report directly already)
Necessary documents in completing the hiring process
Benefits plan
Agenda for their first day at work
Employee handbook (if applicable)
Make sure their login and user account have been arranged
Set up their workstation and all the necessary tools and equipment they will be needing for their role
Arrange an orientation and necessary training sessions
Send a welcome announcement to the company team regarding the new hire
On A New Hire’s First Day
Welcome the employee at the front desk (if possible)
Give a tour of the building and guide him/her to his/her department and workspace
Introduce them to co-workers and managers/supervisors
Complete HR paperwork
Confirm all company access needed (computer/software logins, building access, employees email and phone system)
Provide an orientation or a company overview training with the following information:
Company history and mission
Company timeline with key achievements
Company organizational chart with the new hire
Details regarding the new hire’s department and role in the company
New hire’s role and what is expected of him/her
Company objectives
Product demos (if necessary)
Company policies (rules, leave process, requirements for remote work (if applicable), performance review process)
Sign non-disclosure of confidentiality agreements (if applicable)
Benefits package (health insurance, stock options)
Provide training to access company software, equipment, etc
Assign a new hire mentor/peer or transition buddy
Offer additional training to refresh or upskill your new hire
On Your New Hire’s First Week
Check in on your new hire’s first week and allot time for questions
Review company policies and/or provide a refresher for anything your new hire might need a little review of
Set goals with your new employee
Encourage them to join or apply for different trainings that may be useful for their position
On Your New Hire’s First Few Months
Continue to provide support and training
Check in with their goals and how they are progressing
Encourage setting long-term and short-term goals
Starting a new job can be overwhelming but with a thorough onboarding process, your new hires will easily feel at ease, supported, welcomed, and at home in your company. This allows you to provide a good impression of your company and the work culture you choose to foster. Furthermore, a successful onboarding process increases employee engagement leading to higher chances of employee retention.