QA AND M&E STANDARDS

OF TRAINING PROGRAMS

OBJECTIVES
For the participants to gain an understanding of the NEAP role in QA
and M & E of training programs. Specifically, they should
1. Be able to gain an appreciation of the significance of QAME in
training programs
2. Be familiar with the QAME framework, training standards and tools
3. Be able to use the appropriate tools for QAME

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PRESENTATION OUTLINE
The QAME Processes and Framework
The Training Standards and Quality Principles
The QAME Tools
Training Activities for QAME

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

M & E PROCESSES

Development of

M & E Framework,
Standards, Tools,
Mechanism

M&E
Implementation/Data
Gathering

M & E Analysis and

Report Preparation

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Implementation of
Improvements and
Policy
Recommendations

QAME Framework

MONITORING
AND
EVALUATION

Program
Evaluation

Standards
and
Quality
Principles

Program
Delivery

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Program
Planning

QUALITY
ASSURANCE

STANDARDS

Competency-based
and aligned with
DepEd VMV &
strategic directions

Efficient logistical
arrangements

Sound learning and

development
principles

Effective delivery of
Facilitators

Clear training
management
structure &
accountabilities

Embedded
Monitoring &
Evaluation

STANDARD 1:The training program is responsive to the

participants needs and the agencys requirements
Quality Principles:
The training program is anchored on competency-based assessment
of development needs which should consider various assessment
modes such self-assessment, validation observation and interview,
performance indicators, etc.
The training program meets the personnel development
requirements of the agency consistent with its mission-vision,
mandate and strategic direction and priorities

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

STANDARD 2: The training program is developed based on

sound learning and development principles
Training design and methodologies are based on adult pedagogy
The activities and content are logically sequenced and are aligned to
the goals and objectives of the program
The program identifies how learning can be assessed and applied in
the work area

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

STANDARD 3: The training program has management structure

that identifies accountabilities and responsibilities
The management structure delineates roles and responsibilities. At the minimum, the
management structure shall include the following:
Program manager oversees the entire program, coordinates all efforts
Training Manager focuses on actual training to ensure that the program is
implemented as planned
Logistics Officer plans and secures logistics to support the training
Welfare Officer ensures that provisions for health, wellness, security are taken care of
Finance Officer oversees the efficient allocation of funds and timely release as well as
documentation for liquidation
M and E Coordinator implements M and E activities and prepares report
Trainers delivers the training
Documenters/Secretariat
* Specific persons are assigned to perform tasks and responsibilities
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

STANDARD 4: The training logistical arrangements ensure

that participants learning is maximized
The venue selected has the met the training requirements in terms of
facilities, workspace, amenities (comfort rooms, internet connectivity,
provision for emergencies, etc.), security and safety, accessibility
The accommodation has met the requirements in terms of capacity,
amenities (comfort rooms, internet connectivity, and provision for
emergencies), security and safety, accessibility to the training venue, if
separate from the venue
Food provision has met the requirements in terms of quantity, quality, diet
requirements of participants, etc.
The training materials are available, adequate for all the participants,
relevant to the needs of the participants, usable in their work area
The training support materials are available, adequate for needs of the
participants and the management staff
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

STANDARD 5: The training program is delivered efficiently

and effectively with competent management staff and
facilitators/trainers
The management staff and trainers are selected based on a set of
criteria and requirements of the training program
The planned activities are conducted as scheduled and are facilitated
well
The participants enlistment/registration process as well as
attendance monitoring is systematic
The class size is set at a manageable level
The participants are engaged in activities that provide opportunities
to maximize learning and demonstrate what they have learned
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

STANDARD 6: The training has an M and E mechanism to ensure

that the learners and agencys requirements are consistently met
and that continuous improvement is assured
The M and E tools are consistent with the framework and standards
The M and E work responsibilities are indicated
The M and E data are gathered and processed immediately
The M and E results are used to inform improvement efforts and
policy decisions

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

TRAINING STANDARDS AND TOOLS

STANDARDS
1.

FORMS

Responsive to
participants
needs and aligned
to strategic
directions and
priorities

Developed based on
sound learning and
development principles

The training program

has management
structure that identifies
accountabilities and
responsibilities

Logistical arrangements
ensure that participants
learning is maximized

The training program is

delivered efficiently and
effectively with competent
management staff and
facilitators/trainers

Has an M and E mechanism

to ensure that the learners
and agencys requirements
are consistently met and that
continuous improvement is
assured

A. Training Design
B. Session Guide
C. Program
Management
D. Session and
Facilitators
Evaluation
E. On-site
Monitoring
F. End of Program
Evaluation
G. Program
Completion

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

QAME Form A:
Evaluation of the Training Design

12 items
covering:

General Design
Content
Application of Learning
Management and Support
Resources
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

QAME Form B:
Evaluation of the Session Guide
Design
Content
Process
Content
Language
Technical Requirements

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Process

Design

QAME Form C:
Program Pre-Implementation Evaluation
Program
Management

Program
Preparation

Management
Trainers
Documentation Staff

Participation Venue
Accommodation Food
Training Materials
Support materials and
equipment

QAME Tool Form D:

Evaluation of Session and Facilitation
To look at how the session was actually
conducted and how the facilitators
handled the session
9 items for the session
8 items for the facilitator

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

QAME Tool Form E:

On-Site Monitoring and Evaluation

Program Delivery
Introductory Session, Evaluation of Trainers and Sessions,
Operational Concerns, Briefing and Debriefing

Post Program
Certification of Participants, Program Evaluation
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

QAME Tool Form F:

Program Evaluation
Areas Covered
Program Planning, Management and Preparation
Attainment of Objectives
Delivery of Program Content
Trainees Learning
Trainers Conduct of Sessions
Provision of Support Materials
Program Management Team
Venue and Accommodation
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

QAME Tool Form G:

Program Completion Report
Gathers and integrates
all relevant M and E
data
Seeks to identify effective
practices and issues that
will inform improvement
efforts as well as guide
policy decisions.

Uses quantitative and

qualitative results to
analyze the entire
program

Documentation is an
important activity

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

TRAINING STANDARDS AND TOOLS

STANDARDS
1.

FORMS

Responsive to
participants
needs and aligned
to strategic
directions and
priorities

Developed based on
sound learning and
development principles

The training program

has management
structure that identifies
accountabilities and
responsibilities

Logistical arrangements
ensure that participants
learning is maximized

The training program is

delivered efficiently and
effectively with competent
management staff and
facilitators/trainers

Has an M and E mechanism

to ensure that the learners
and agencys requirements
are consistently met and that
continuous improvement is
assured

A. Training Design
B. Session Guide
C. Program
Management
D. Session and
Facilitators
Evaluation
E. On-site
Monitoring
F. End of Program
Evaluation
G. Program
Completion

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

M & E PROCESSES

Development of

M & E Framework,
Standards, Tools,
Mechanism

M&E
Implementation/Data
Gathering

M & E Analysis and

Report Preparation

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Implementation of
Improvements and
Policy
Recommendations

QA AND M&E STANDARDS

OF TRAINING PROGRAMS