2021.10 Conducting Peacekeeping Training Needs Assessments (Guidelines)

Abstract

The Guidelines on Conducting Peacekeeping Training Needs Assessments are intended for use in peacekeeping operations and provides peacekeeping trainers with step-by-step guidance on how to conduct peacekeeping training needs assessments. The Guidelines aim to set the training foundations and outline the procedures for training needs assessments as the core step preceding peacekeeping training design, development, delivery and evaluation, often referred to as the Training Management Cycle. The Guidelines apply to all DPO Headquarters and peacekeeping operations staff and personnel, including civilian, military and police trainers as well as subject matter experts tasked with developing training in their subject area (job specific or technical training). Member State trainers and national peacekeeping training centers are encouraged to use the Guidelines. The Guidelines are applicable at both macro (organizational, departmental and mission) and micro level (training programme).