staff development
nounUK /stɑːf dɪˈvɛləpmənt/
US /stæf dɪˈvɛləpmənt/
Staff development is when grown-ups at a job learn new things to get better at their work.
The school closed early on Friday so the teachers could have a staff development day.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The department or program within an organization that organizes learning activities for employees.
She called staff development to sign up for the leadership course.
3. The process of helping workers gain the skills they need for future roles, not just their current job.
The hospital invests in staff development so nurses can move into management.
4. A scheduled session or day set aside for employee training.
Attendance at the monthly staff development is required for all new hires.