Free L&D Templates
L&D Templates & Frameworks
Expert-designed templates for learning and development professionals. Download, customize, and implement — no guesswork required.
What's in these templates?
Each template comes with a standardized framework, pre-filled examples for quick adoption, step-by-step implementation guidance, and best practices to avoid common pitfalls. These aren't blank documents — they're working tools built from real L&D practice.
Expert-Designed
Created by L&D professionals with frameworks and best practices built in. Not theory — practical tools from real programs.
Ready to Use
Pre-filled examples and clear structure so you can start immediately. See exactly how to complete each section.
Customizable
Adapt to your organization's context, scale, and terminology. These templates flex to fit your needs.
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Strategy & Planning
70-20-10 Development Plan Template
Free 70-20-10 development plan template. Structure employee learning across on-the-job experience, social learning, and formal training for lasting behavior change.
Download Free →Training and Development Plan Template
Free training and development plan template. Build structured employee growth programs aligned with business goals. Includes needs assessment, method mix, and progress tracking.
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Assessment & Analysis
Learner Persona Template
Free learner persona template for L&D professionals. Build research-based learner profiles covering demographics, motivations, learning preferences, and barriers. Includes bias checklist.
Download Free →Skills Gap Analysis Template
Free skills gap analysis template. Compare current vs desired competency levels across teams and roles. Includes skill inventories, proficiency benchmarks, and action planning.
Download Free →Skills Matrix Template
Free skills matrix template. Visualize your entire team's skill status at once. Map current proficiency, identify coverage gaps, and plan targeted development and hiring decisions.
Download Free →Talent Gap Analysis Template
Free talent gap analysis template for workforce capability planning. Identify pipeline gaps for critical roles, succession risks, and build-buy-borrow decisions. Different from skills gap analysis: this is about talent supply and organizational readiness.
Download Free →Training Needs Analysis Template
Free training needs analysis template. Systematically identify skill gaps across your organization. Includes pre-filled examples, stakeholder input framework, and prioritization tools.
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Coaching & Development
GROW Coaching Model Worksheet
Free GROW coaching model worksheet for managers and coaches. Structure coaching conversations using Goal, Reality, Options, and Will. Includes prompts for each stage and a session notes section.
Download Free →OSKAR Coaching Model Template
Free OSKAR coaching model template for solution-focused coaching conversations. Covers Outcome, Scale, Know-how, Affirm, and Review stages. Includes guided prompts and a session tracking log.
Download Free →SMART Goals Template
Free SMART goals template for managers and L&D teams. Set Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound goals with guided prompts, examples, and a goal tracking section.
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Evaluation & Review
360-Degree Feedback Template
Free 360-degree feedback template for leadership assessment and development. Covers self, manager, peer, and direct report perspectives. Includes behavioral rating scales, open-ended prompts, and a feedback synthesis guide.
Download Free →Kirkpatrick Training Evaluation Template
Free Kirkpatrick model training evaluation template. Measure training effectiveness across all four levels: Reaction, Learning, Behavior, and Results. Includes data collection tools and reporting formats.
Download Free →Training Evaluation Template
Free training evaluation template. Measure training impact across learner reaction, knowledge gain, behavior change, and business results. Build the evidence base for L&D investment.
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Choose your need
Browse by category or search for specific use cases that match your current L&D challenges.
Download and customize
Each template includes pre-filled examples to guide you. Adapt them to your organization's context.
Implement and iterate
Use the built-in evaluation criteria to measure impact and refine your approach over time.
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