Before beginning a training session, what should a company officer at a minimum have?

Having a plan that outlines teaching goals and methods is essential before starting a training session. This plan serves as a roadmap for the entire training process, ensuring that the officer has clear objectives for what the training aims to achieve and how these objectives will be met. Teaching goals help to establish the outcomes expected from the training, while the methods indicate how the instructor will relate the subject matter effectively to the trainees. This preparedness promotes a structured learning environment, maximizes engagement, and ensures that the training is comprehensive and relevant to the needs of the participants.

In contrast, while having a plan for training documentation or a description of disciplinary procedures may be valuable for overall training management and administration, they do not directly contribute to the effectiveness of the training session itself. Similarly, a plan that describes office hours, while potentially useful for logistical purposes, does not impact the actual training content or quality. Therefore, focusing on teaching goals and methods is fundamental to the success of the training initiative.