Web-based Training Done Right

By Natalie McGregory

Traditional classroom training is still a popular choice for many businesses and professionals, but Web-based training has gained momentum over the past few years, and is becoming a preferred method.

Offering the option to train online makes programs more attractive to potential students. The challenge is developing a program that maintains the same quality and depth found in a classroom setting.

Robert Sabella, CEO and Founder of OTA Training, LLC, launched their online training program, RFID on the Web™, in January. Although it’s online, RFID on the Web offers real-world scenarios and simulated hands-on practical tasks. RFID on the Web has enjoyed success since it was launched.

"We are very pleased with the results," said Sabella. "There has been tremendous pick-up, and the interest level in our product is extremely high."

Sabella believes that the success of online training programs comes from three factors: Cost, experience and accessibility.

"As far as cost, Web-based training generally has lower tuition fees, but it also cuts down on traveling expenses, and time away from the office," he said.

Sabella also noted that online training might be preferred by students who have experience in the field, but are not yet comfortable sitting for an exam.

"They may have implemented RFID, but still want to train before taking their test," he said.

While cost and experience drive demand for online training, Sabella believes the greatest appeal is its accessibility.

"OTA Training has locations around the world, but we're not everywhere," he said. "We would get calls from customers, inquiring about training in places where we did not have a hands-on facility. With Web-based training, we are able to provide complete access to our programs."

The accessibility of online training also helps students who learn better at their own pace.

"Our classroom training is a four-day intensive program," explained Sabella. "Some individuals prefer to sit in front of a computer and absorb the information; they can take their time and go back through modules and review the material."

However, Sabella is concerned that because online training is more relaxed in terms of time, individuals may not have the same sense of urgency when it comes to taking their exam.

"At the end of our four-day classroom program, students sit for their CompTIA RFID+ exam," he said. "We hope to have the same results from individuals that take our online course."

To increase the train-to-test ratio among individuals that train online, OTA Training includes a CompTIA RFID+ voucher with the course.

"It's really important to us that they get certified," Sabella explained. "We are committed to growing the industry and getting quality people out there, so we try to build into our program as much incentive as possible."

For more information about OTA Training and RFID on the Web™, visit http://www.otatraining.com.

For More Information:

Talton Figgins
OTA Training, LLC
+ 1 972-386-9655 x9973
talton@otatraining.com

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