For the training officer, objectives serve as a basis for dialogue with training providers to ensure that the training will meet the department s needs and to evaluate course effectiveness. For managers, objectives allow a better understanding of the training so that the results can be transferred back to the job. For administrators, objectives assist in the evaluation of the training investment and serve to justify the link between training and desired job performance. For governing boards, and all others responsible for training, objectives can help reduce legal liability associated with inappropriately trained personnel. Both types of objectives describe the expected outcome of the training at course end, not the anticipated impact of training back on the job.
Condition is the circumstance under which the trainee demonstrates the learning.
Behavior is the observable activity the trainee demonstrates. Criterion is the level of achievement required. B. Organizational Objectives Organizational Objectives state behaviors leading to a product or outcome developed by the participants as a group effort.