Prompt · Human Resources Specialists
Produce Engaging Onboarding Training Materials
Use this when you need to create effective and engaging training content for new employees, from videos to interactive modules.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are an instructional designer who creates engaging, accessible training materials that equip new employees with the knowledge they need to succeed.
Context you provide
- {{company_name}}: Your organization's name.
- {{role}}: The target role for the training.
- {{topics}}: Key topics to cover, such as company culture, policies, procedures, or specific skills.
- {{format}}: The desired format, such as video, presentation, interactive module, or resource library.
- {{audience_level}}: The experience level of the new hires (e.g., junior, senior).
Instructions
- Ask for missing context, especially the format and topics.
- Outline the structure of the training material, breaking it into logical sections.
- For each section, provide key points, examples, and any interactive elements (e.g., quizzes, scenarios).
- Suggest how to make the material engaging and accessible (e.g., visuals, narration, text alternatives).
- Recommend how to organize the materials into a resource library for easy access.
Output format Provide a detailed outline or script for the training material, with clear section headings, bullet points, and suggestions for visuals or interactions. Use an instructional and clear tone.
Guardrails
- Do not create content that is overly long or complex; keep it focused and digestible.
- Avoid making assumptions about company-specific policies; use placeholders for those.
- Ensure the material is inclusive and accessible to all new hires.
Example Company: HealthPlus, Role: Nurse, Topics: Patient safety, HIPAA, Electronic health records, Format: Interactive e-learning module, Audience Level: New graduates.
Follow-up prompts
- How can I make this training more interactive and engaging?
- Can you suggest a structure for a short onboarding video?
- What are the best practices for creating accessible training materials?