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Free Employee Training Plan Template (Sheets, Excel, PDF)

A training plan template organises who needs to learn what, how, by when and at what cost, so employee development is planned, budgeted and tracked rather than ad hoc.

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training plan template

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Get the training plan template

Pick your level and format: Google Sheets, Excel or a print-ready PDF. Spreadsheets include dropdowns, formulas and sample rows you can overwrite.

Beginner

Essential columns only, one tab. Quick to fill in.

1 tab · 6 columns

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AdvancedMost popular

The full template with every tab, dropdowns and formulas.

1 tab · 10 columns

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Expert

Adds a live dashboard, instructions, revision history and status colours.

1 data tab + instructions, dashboard and revision history

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Training Plan Template preview

Training plan
Employee / groupRoleSkill or goalTraining activityMethodStartEndCost ($)OwnerStatus
New project managersPMScheduling and riskPMAI certification coursesOnline1 Apr 202615 May 202610PMO leadNot started
Support teamAgentNew portal featuresTwo 1-hour workshopsVirtual20 Apr 202624 Apr 20260TrainerNot started
A. RossiSenior PMPMP exam35-hour course and exam prepOnline2 Mar 202630 Jun 20261,200ManagerIn progress
Team leadsLeadCoaching skillsExternal courseClassroom11 May 202612 May 20261,600HRNot started

Sample rows are examples: replace them with your own.

What's included

  • Training activities with role, skill, method, dates, cost, owner and status
  • Training plan: Employee / group, Role, Skill or goal, Training activity, Method, Start, End, Cost ($), Owner, Status

How to use the training plan template

  1. Identify skills gaps using a skills matrix or reviews.
  2. Choose training activities and methods for each gap.
  3. Schedule dates and estimate costs.
  4. Assign an owner and track completion.
  5. Check whether skills improved and update the plan.

Tips for getting the most from it

  • Link training to business goals.
  • Mix formal courses with on-the-job learning.
  • Budget time as well as money.
  • See our guide to PMP certification for PM training.

Learn more

Frequently asked questions

What is a training plan template?

A training plan template is a schedule of training activities with learners, skills, methods, dates, costs and owners.

Is this training plan template free?

Yes. The training plan template is free in Google Sheets, Excel and PDF.

Can I use the training plan template as an employee training plan template?

Yes. Track training for individuals or groups of employees.

What should a training plan template include?

Learners, roles, skills or goals, activities, delivery method, dates, cost, owner and status.

How do I identify needs for the training plan template?

Use a skills matrix, performance reviews, project lessons learned and business goals.

Can I use the training plan template for onboarding?

Yes. List onboarding sessions and owners for each new starter.

How do I budget with the training plan template?

Add costs per activity and total them; include time away from work.

Who owns the training plan template?

HR or learning and development, with managers owning their team's plans.

How often should the training plan template be reviewed?

Quarterly, and after major changes in roles or tools.

Can I download the training plan template as a PDF?

Yes. Use the PDF button for a printable training plan template.

What is the difference between the beginner, advanced and expert training plan template?

The beginner training plan template keeps only the essential columns on one tab; the advanced version is the full template with every tab, dropdown and formula; the expert version adds a live dashboard, instructions, revision history and status colours.