Training applications

The Learning Content functionality in Skillhive supports:

  • training and course management
  • training calendar
  • approval workflows
  • application handling
  • reporting

1. Training Events in Skillhive

If a training event is configured with:

“Manager approval required”

Applying

  • Click Apply
  • Add optional justification
  • The application is forwarded to the manager

2. Manager Processing (My Team View)

Managers process applications via:

My Team → Training Applications

The application displays:

  • Training name
  • Date and duration (hours)
  • Description
  • Location
  • Participant limits (min–max)
  • Cost
  • Submission timestamp

Managers can:

  • Approve
  • Reject

Users receive a notification once processed.

3. Applying to External Training

A Training Application Template can be used to apply for external courses.

Creating from Template

  1. Select the training application template.
  2. Click Use this template.
  3. Edit title (add course name).
  4. Fill required details:
  • Organizer
  • Dates
  • Duration
  • Location
  • Cost
  1. Add additional description.
  2. Attach program (Files) or link (Links).
  3. Submit via Apply.

When approved:

  • Training data is automatically added to the user profile.
  • Included in training reports.

4. Cancelling Participation

Approved participants may cancel:

  • Via Participating / Applied button
  • Unless cancellation restrictions are configured

Users must cancel participation in Skillhive to ensure reporting accuracy.

5. Special Notes

Visibility

  • Template-based applications are restricted (invite-only) by default.
  • Managers and administrators still receive applications for approval.

Applications created via Create New:

  • Are visible to regular users by default.
  • Do not automatically add managers as members.
  • Managers receive an approval link only.

Multiple Applicants

One application swarm can include multiple applicants by adding them as members.