How do I log external training?

Last reviewed 11 October 2026 · Part of Training administration

The External Training tab allows quick entry of training that employees attended outside the system — conferences, workshops, online courses, etc.

Adding an External Training Entry

1. Click the External Training tab
2. Fill in the inline form: employee, title, provider, dates, cost, skills gained
3. Click Add

External training entries:

• Are stored as TrainingType=2 (External-Unscheduled)
• Appear in the employee's Training History on their profile
• Contribute to training cost and participation metrics in Reports