Training Needs Analysis
Know Exactly What Your Business Needs — Before You Spend a Penny
Making the right investment in training starts with understanding where the real gaps are. That’s what a Training Needs Analysis (TNA) is designed to do.
At Doncaster College and North Lindsey College, our TNA helps employers take a strategic, evidence-based approach to workforce development. We work in partnership with you to assess current skills, identify gaps, and align training solutions with your business goals — whether that’s improving productivity, supporting growth, or meeting industry standards.
Through a structured process of consultation, data review, and evaluation, we build a clear picture of where your organisation is now and map a practical route to where you want to be. The result is a tailored training plan that maximises return on investment, supports employee progression, and ensures your team has the skills and confidence to perform at their best.
And the best bit? Your initial TNA consultation is completely free.
What You Get From a TNA
A clear, actionable picture of your workforce — not a generic report.
- A skills audit across your team or a specific department
- Identification of the gaps holding your business back
- Training solutions matched to your goals and budget
- Clear priorities, timescales, and expected outcomes
- Guidance on funding options available to you
- Ongoing review and support from your dedicated advisor
Ready to Make a Start?
Book a free, no-obligation meeting with one of our business development advisors. We’ll listen first, then work out what makes sense for you.
How the TNA Process Works
Initial Consultation
A relaxed, no-pressure conversation to understand your business, your team, and what you're trying to achieve.
Skills Assessment
We review current competencies against the skills your roles and sector demand, using evidence, not guesswork.
Gap Analysis
We pinpoint precisely where the gaps are and how they're affecting performance, productivity, and potential.
Your Training Plan
You receive a tailored plan with clear recommendations, funding guidance, and next steps you can act on.
Don't Just Take Our Word For It
" The benefits of having apprentices are clear. Their fresh ideas and perspectives have brought new energy to the department, and their passion for learning is contagious. Apprenticeships allow businesses like ours to nurture talent from the ground up, helping us to create a motivated workforce and ensuring that we continue to develop the skills we need for the future. "
" North Lindsey College has been instrumental in helping us expand our apprenticeship offerings, especially in the clinical areas. Their support has been invaluable, and we are genuinely excited about continuing our collaboration. This year, we are particularly thrilled to be launching our Level 2 Healthcare Support Assistant apprenticeships during National Apprenticeship Week. "
" Hiring an apprentice has allowed us to develop and nurture a young talent, instilling core values from day one and ultimately creating the right fit for the business. The team at North Lindsey College have provided an amazing backbone of support for our apprentice and our business. Working together has been an extremely positive experience and has certainly given us the confidence to explore further opportunities going forward. "
" Our experience working with North Lindsey College has been incredibly rewarding. From the moment we decided to introduce an apprentice into our team, they have been on hand to support us every step of the way. "
