This study examined the types and nature of
trainings provided to expected retirees at NHIF Dodoma
headquarter. Descriptive research design was used for
describing the variables under the study which are
dependent and independent variables in order to answer
the research questions. Expected retirees from NHIF
Dodoma Headquarter were selected using simple random
sampling technique and this technique eliminated all
element of biasness during selecting a representative
sample. This study selected and used a sample size of 64
respondents from the total population of 180 workers at
NHIF Dodoma Headquarter. On the other hand,
questionnaire was used to solicit data from the
respondents while descriptive and regression analysis
were used to analyse data.The study
concluded that retirement means enjoyment and
relaxation from a full time work thus when there is no
proper plan and preparation for retirement it deteriorate
the living standard of the expected retiree hence it causes
financial dissatisfaction which hinders a lot on their lives
including taking care of their personal needs, children
and family at large. The study recommended that
expected retirees and other employees should be
encouraged to continuously acquire education and new
knowledge and skills trainings not only from the
organization but also outside the organization for
preparing their new life after retirement.
Keywords : Training, Retiree, Retirement, National Health Insurance Fund, Dodoma Headquarter.