Maximizing the Effectiveness of Code of Conduct Training
Understanding Key Topics for Code of Conduct Training Options
An organization’s code of conduct training should cover a range of risk topics, often depending on the organization’s industry and geography. Most code of conduct training for businesses might include the following risk topics:
- Conflicts of interest
- Protection of company assets
- Discrimination, harassment, and bullying
- Confidentiality and data protection
- Fair dealing and trade practices
- International trade activities
- Workplace health and safety
- Environmental protection, social responsibility and sustainability
Addressing Ethics and Compliance Risks
A strong code of conduct training should cover a range of other topics that relate to applying the organization’s ethics and compliance program, including:
- Leadership commitment to ethics and compliance
- Compliance requirements
- Employee expectations to support ethics and compliance
- Manager expectations. for managing staff
- Resources for guidance
- Reporting and whistleblowing
- Consequences of non-compliance
- Non-retaliation for raising concerns
Syntrio’s Instructional Designs for Code of Conduct Training
For code of conduct training to be effective, it should do more than repeat the content in the code of conduct. It should seek to increase learner awareness of the code, build appreciation for and understanding of the code’s standards, and enhance skills in applying the code’s standards to daily work activities. To achieve these objectives, the training should incorporate various techniques, such as the following:
- Introductory scenarios
- Instruction
- Examples
- Exercises
- Review Quiz
Syntrio’s code of conduct training can be conducted in various ways, including the following:
- Instructor-led Training
- Online Training
- Reminder and Reinforcement Videos
More about Syntrio’s Instructions Design Methodology
What Benefits Does Online Training Offer?
Online training can offer numerous benefits in code of conduct training, including providing greater consistency in training delivery versus ILT or webinar training, where the quality of training depends on the instructor. The quality and consistency also may vary widely if numerous instructors are used.
Online training also allows learners to complete the training on their schedule. And it can easily include exercises and quizzes that help the organization learn about the learner’s experience and ensure they attain a certain learning sufficiency before completing the training.
And importantly, online training can easily include rich media elements, like scenario videos and exercises that best engage the learner. Employees are not passive receptors listening to a “talking head” but active participants in their learning. This form of experiential learning is found to increase learning attainment and retention.
For more information about Syntrio’s Code of Conduct Training and other online training courses.
Syntrio’s Code of Conduct Training is a comprehensive and customizable solution designed to address your organization’s specific compliance needs. Here are a few reasons why Syntrio’s Code of Conduct Training is the solution:
- Expertise: Syntrio has over 20 years of experience delivering compliance training programs. Their team of subject matter experts and instructional designers create engaging and effective training content tailored to meet each organization’s unique needs.
- Customization: Syntrio’s training content is customizable to reflect your organization’s specific policies, procedures, and culture. This allows your employees to see real-world examples and scenarios relevant to their daily work.
- Flexibility: Syntrio’s training programs are available in various formats, including e-learning, webinars, and classroom-based training. This lets you choose the best format for your organization’s needs and budget.
- Coverage: Syntrio’s Code of Conduct Training covers many compliance topics, including anti-harassment, data privacy, workplace safety, and more. This comprehensive coverage ensures employees are trained to understand and comply with your organization’s policies.
- Tracking and Reporting: Syntrio’s learning management system (LMS) allows you to track and report your employees’ training progress. This helps you ensure that all employees have completed the necessary training and that your organization meets its compliance obligations.
Overall, Syntrio’s Code of Conduct Training is a solution that provides comprehensive coverage of compliance topics and is customizable, flexible, and easy to track and report. Using Syntrio’s training programs, you can help ensure that your employees are aware of your organization’s policies and are equipped to follow them, reducing the risk of compliance violations and legal penalties.
Resources
- “Developing a Code of Conduct Training Program: Step-by-Step Guide” by Syntrio: This white paper provides tips and best practices for creating an effective code of conduct training program, including identifying training goals, selecting training methods, and measuring training effectiveness.
- “Training to the Code: The Strategic Role of Annual Code of Conduct Training” by Syntrio: Whitepaper
- “Creating an Effective Code of Conduct Program“ by Syntrio: Essential Guide
- “Code of Conduct: A Guide for Employees” by the Ethics and Compliance Initiative (ECI): This guide provides an overview of a code of conduct, why it’s important, and what topics should be covered. It also includes a template organizations can use to create their code of conduct.
- “Code of Conduct Training: The Complete Guide for 2021” by TalentLMS: This guide provides an overview of a code of conduct, why it’s important, and what topics should be covered. It also includes tips for designing an effective code of conduct training, selecting training methods, and measuring training effectiveness.
