The training in working life consists of familiarization (reception training and guided work practice), the maintaining and development of occupational skills (in-service training, further training, retraining and special training), safety and therapeutic training, and retirement training. (Author)

This book examines workplace learning in the United Kingdom within the context of the changing world of education and training, adult learners/learning, and stakeholder roles in employee development. Discussed in the first three chapters are the following topics: the current debates over vocational education and training and their links to…