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Before the Covid-19 pandemic, many of us had only experienced training in a classroom but the restrictions on movement accelerated a trend towards online training.

Today, the Covid restrictions may be lifted but trainees still benefit from having a choice of different course delivery methods to match their needs. Each course we offer from ASCM and from our own PSA Academy is available in one or more of the following formats

  • Classroom training – traditional in-house training offered to corporate clients at a venue of their choice
  • Virtual classroom –  live training by an experienced trainer via Zoom
  • Self-paced e-learning – self-paced online training using mostly pre-recorded video

These are some of the advantages and disadvantages of each format.


Classroom training

Advantages

  • Led by an experienced trainer in-person
  • Interaction with peers
  • Freed from the distractions of the office
  • Corporate clients may choose the venue

Disadvantages

  • Most costly option
  • Travel and accommodation costs
  • Only available as in-house training for corporate clients

Virtual classroom

Advantages

  • Led by an experienced trainer
  • Lower cost
  • No travel or accommodation costs

Disadvantages

  • Limited interaction with peers
  • Requires a reliable Internet connection

Self paced e-learning

Advantages

  • Lowest cost
  • No travel or accommodation cost
  • Train at your own pace
  • Fit the training around your schedule

Disadvantages

  • No interaction with trainer or peers
  • Requires a reliable Internet connection

If you are unsure of which is the best option for you, ask us when you enquire about our courses.