This Trainer’s Manual aims to support trainers in conducting effective training programmes on climate change adaptation (CCA) for Indian SMEs. The methodology and tools presented in this manual build on the practice oriented approach to CCA developed for the Climate Expert website (www.climate-expert.in). The key feature of the website is the online learning programme “Becoming a Climate Expert” which seeks to raise the awareness of SMEs on the importance of developing a CCA strategy and provides tools for companies to assess climate related risks, identify opportunities and develop adaptation strategies. Given the novelty and complexity of the issue SMEs will need additional training and consulting services to successfully adapt to climate change. This training manual forms part of a larger capacity building toolkit on CCA of Indian SMEs. The manual combines three components to enable trainers to effectively build the knowledge and skills of SMEs to adapt to climate change: (1) Information on climate change impacts on business and strategies for adaptation; (2) Information and guidance on application of tools for CCA strategy development; (3) Information and guidance on training methodology.