2.4 Learning and Development Policy

Learning and Development Policy

Opportunities for career development, learning and training will be open to all employees of Glin National College. They will not discriminate, directly or indirectly, against an employee's gender, marital or family status, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability or membership in the Traveller community. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to facilitate disabled employees to participate in training. All employees will be given every opportunity to acquire the range of training, skills and experience necessary for their career development. Opportunities for training will be based on the job's requirements, and career progression will be based on people's abilities and merit. Glin National College is committed to a relevant Learning and Development policy for all staff, irrespective of background.

Supported Study Policy

Employees who attend courses or seminars directly related to their work and development within Glin National College are paid for by Glin National College and are typically initiated by the Manager or staff member.  

Learning and development are provided to all employees to ensure that they have an appropriate level of knowledge and skill to carry out their job function and its related quality requirements.

The Academic Standards Quality Officer and The Training and Business Development Manager are responsible for all aspects of training and related activities.  

The Academic Standards Quality Officer, in conjunction with management team members, will conduct an annual training assessment for all employees. Based on an individual's objectives and targets, a training plan is prepared based on this assessment.