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Cost Factors

The cost of training requires two separate estimates. One estimate for start up costs and one for ongoing costs or, in other words, the cost of each class held. 

Start up costs are normally expended just once to develop the class lesson plan and to obtain reusable tools and materials required to hold the classes. Tools and materials might include the one time purchase of equipment such as overhead projectors, white boards, televisions, and video cassette recorders. It may also include the cost of specialized equipment associated specifically with the training to be held. 

Development of the class includes the time for a training consultant to prepare a lesson plan and handouts. This can be the one largest expenditure to develop a class but is also the one place where money is well spent. The training will not be effective if the class is not thoroughly planned, fun and interesting for students. A good lesson plan that outlines almost minute by minute how class time is spent, the learning goals to be achieved, and how those goals will be accomplished is essential to the training success. 

Finally, start up cost may include the preparation of displays, lab boards and lab areas where students will practice their new skills. This cost can vary from zero to very considerable depending on the subject of the training. 

Ongoing costs will include consumable materials, replacement tools, lunch and sodas, room rentals, and teachers fees. These costs will require a detailed estimate that takes into consideration the unique aspects of the particular training being developed.

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Cost Factors
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Sample Estimate:
Comprehensive Training Program

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