Computer training specialist vs trainer

The differences between computer training specialists and trainers can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 2-4 years to become both a computer training specialist and a trainer. Additionally, a computer training specialist has an average salary of $56,348, which is higher than the $47,574 average annual salary of a trainer.

The top three skills for a computer training specialist include DOD, course curriculum and ILT. The most important skills for a trainer are PET, training programs, and leadership.

Computer training specialist vs trainer overview

	Computer Training Specialist	Trainer
Yearly salary	$56,348	$47,574
Hourly rate	$27.09	$22.87
Growth rate	8%	8%
Number of jobs	63,185	40,650
Job satisfaction	-	4
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 60%	Bachelor's Degree, 54%
Average age	44	44
Years of experience	4	4

Computer training specialist vs trainer salary

Computer training specialists and trainers have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Computer Training Specialist	Trainer
Average salary	$56,348	$47,574
Salary range	Between $38,000 And $82,000	Between $30,000 And $73,000
Highest paying City	-	-
Highest paying state	-	New Jersey
Best paying company	-	-
Best paying industry	-	Technology

Differences between computer training specialist and trainer education

There are a few differences between a computer training specialist and a trainer in terms of educational background:

	Computer Training Specialist	Trainer
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 60%	Bachelor's Degree, 54%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	University of Pennsylvania	University of Pennsylvania

Computer training specialist vs trainer demographics

Here are the differences between computer training specialists' and trainers' demographics:

	Computer Training Specialist	Trainer
Average age	44	44
Gender ratio	Male, 52.9% Female, 47.1%	Male, 48.6% Female, 51.4%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 11.5% Unknown, 6.7% Hispanic or Latino, 14.7% Asian, 6.7% White, 59.9% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%	Black or African American, 10.6% Unknown, 6.3% Hispanic or Latino, 16.9% Asian, 5.8% White, 59.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
LGBT Percentage	12%	12%

Differences between computer training specialist and trainer duties and responsibilities

Computer training specialist example responsibilities.

Manage UNIX support contracting staff.
Instruct representatives on how to maximize functionality of relational database to effectively manage their sales territories and expenses.
Work directly with SMEs to develop new web-base compliance training.
Edit, compress and upload all training content base on both SCORM and AICC standards.
Work with SMEs to determine the needs of the learner, as well as what content, assessments, etc.
Use SCORM to ensure compliance and interaction of courses with the LMS.

Trainer example responsibilities.

Manage orders through the drive-thru.
Instruct representatives on how to maximize functionality of relational database to effectively manage their sales territories and expenses.
Process customer drive-thru orders and run the different stations to prepare food.
Demonstrate complete knowledge of all GMP's and other applicable standards.
Validate and process in approve batches suitable for consumption with regulatory requirements for FDA approval.
Train production operators and personnel in alignment with GMP concepts/methodology.

Computer training specialist vs trainer skills

Common computer training specialist skills

DOD, 15%
Course Curriculum, 13%
ILT, 12%
Classroom Environment, 8%
Windows, 6%
HTML, 5%

Common trainer skills

PET, 23%
Training Programs, 19%
Leadership, 15%
Bonds, 10%
Training Sessions, 3%
PowerPoint, 3%