The document discusses orientation and training programs in human resources development. It defines orientation as providing new employees with background information to reduce anxiety and reinforce a positive impression. Areas covered in orientation include job duties, benefits, and safety regulations. Training is defined as efforts to help employees acquire job skills. Common training methods mentioned include on-the-job training, lectures, role-playing, and computer-based learning. The document also discusses evaluating training programs to assess trainee responses, learning, behavior change, and benefits to the organization.