The Coordinator Office for Training of Trainers was established in line with the objective of implementing innovative teaching and learning methods outlined in the Balıkesir University Strategic Plan (2025–2029). Its primary aim is to equip academic staff with the instructional competencies required to effectively deliver associate, undergraduate, and graduate programs in accordance with current quality standards and to ensure the sustainability of these competencies.

In collaboration with the Balıkesir University Continuing Education Application and Research Center (BAUN-SEM), the Coordinator Office for Training of Trainers carries out activities in the following areas:

Educational Planning: Planning online and face-to-face training programs within the framework of identified topics.

Implementation Support: Supporting trainers in conducting practical applications within their areas of expertise and in developing appropriate instructional materials.

Needs-Based Programs: Developing customized training content based on the needs analyses and survey results of academic units.

Continuous Improvement: Enhancing the quality of all educational activities through the continuous implementation of the PDCA (Plan–Do–Check–Act) cycle.

The training programs cover fundamental topics such as instructional design, student-centered teaching, assessment and evaluation, learning psychology, and the use of digital technologies in education. Participants who fulfill the attendance requirements receive a Certificate of Participation, while those who successfully pass the assessment examination are awarded a Certificate of Achievement.