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Compensation and benefit programs are key factors in attracting and retaining the right talent for your organization. They are also one of the highest costs of doing business and offer an opportunity for HR to make a valuable contribution to the organization's bottom line. Learn about the different types of compensation systems, compliance with the FLSA and other employment laws, how to determine exempt verses non-exempt status and various benefits as part of a total compensation package. This course is offered in partnership with Green River College.

This class may be taken individually or as part of the 8 class series required to achieve the HR Generalist Certificate.
More information on the on the other classes in the series can be found on the non-credit Certificate Program page.

Turn workplace conflict into productive conversations. Learn practical tools to navigate tough situations, communicate effectively, resolve disagreements, and build stronger working relationships.

Learn how to capitalize on your personal leadership style to achieve workplace goals. In this course you will identify your leadership through personal assessment; learn the difference between leadership and management; recognize the "being" and "doing" of leadership; and develop the innate motivating techniques that transform employee attitudes and enhance cooperation and teamwork. Other topics include understanding the leadership management balance and SMART goal development. This course is offered in partnership with Green River College.

This class may be taken individually or as part of the 6 class series required to achieve the Leadership and Supervision Certificate.
More information on the on the other classes in the series can be found on the non-credit Certificate Program page.

Employee and labor relations is a broad topic that includes performance management, disciplinary action, employee rights and dealing with various employee issues and complaints. If an organization is unionized, it also includes labor contract negotiation and administration and resolving grievances. In this course discover strategies for driving high performance while maintaining a respectful working environment. You will also learn how to manage the termination process to reduce the likelihood of a legal claim. This course is offered in partnership with Green River College.

This class may be taken individually or as part of the 8 class series required to achieve the HR Generalist Certificate.
More information on the on the other classes in the series can be found on the non-credit Certificate Program page.

Legal compliance is a critical task for Human Resources. Learn the basics of the federal and state employment laws that HR Generalists most often deal with, including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FLSA, FMLA, OSHA and more. You will also identify the steps HR Generalists can take to keep themselves and their organizations out of trouble. Other topics include identifying and preventing sexual harassment and the difference between compliance and risk management approaches to employment laws. This course is offered in partnership with Green River College.

This class may be taken individually or as part of the 8 class series required to achieve the HR Generalist Certificate.
More information on the on the other classes in the series can be found on the non-credit Certificate Program page.

Discover why some meetings fail and learn proven techniques for making meetings more productive. Gain tips related to the four essentials of productive meetings: planning, participating, presenting and producing. Other topics include meeting formats and when to vary them, responding to conflict in a meeting and meeting follow-through. A key component of this course is utilizing effective communication strategies before, during and after your meetings. This course is offered in partnership with Green River College.

This class may be taken individually or as part of the 6 class series required to achieve the Leadership and Supervision Certificate.
More information on the on the other classes in the series can be found on the non-credit Certificate Program page.

OSHA and other laws require an employer to provide a safe and healthy working environment for their employees. In this course you will review both general and specific requirements and best practices for ensuring a safe and healthy workplace. You will also learn about the roles of OSHA and WISHA, how to manage L&I claims and gain tips on preparing for and dealing with violence in the workplace. This course is offered in partnership with Green River College.

This class may be taken individually or as part of the 8 class series required to achieve the HR Generalist Certificate.
More information on the on the other classes in the series can be found on the non-credit Certificate Program page.

The evolution of technology has changed the way that HR manages many of its functions, including payroll. In this course you will learn the basics of the payroll process, how using HR technology can save time and money for your organization and the growing demand and importance of HR metrics. You will also discover state and federal recordkeeping requirements, what to keep in a personnel file and important HR technology terminology. This course is offered in partnership with Green River College.

This class may be taken individually or as part of the 8 class series required to achieve the HR Generalist Certificate.
More information on the on the other classes in the series can be found on the non-credit Certificate Program page.

In this introductory course discover how HR functions within an organization, and learn about the specific role of the HR Generalist. Identify the typical duties HR Generalists are responsible for and how they can have a positive influence on an organization. You will also evaluate common scenarios HR professionals deal with and define the characteristics of successful HR Generalists. This course is offered in partnership with Green River College.

This class may be taken individually or as part of the 8 class series required to achieve the HR Generalist Certificate.
More information on the on the other classes in the series can be found on the non-credit Certificate Program page.

Want more creative, motivated employees who are eager to work hard and satisfy both internal and external customers? Good leaders empower their employees to feel confident, valued, and motivated. In this course discover what motivates people, how to resuscitate motivation and how personality affects motivation. You will also learn how to give clear and motivating directions, set realistic and achievable standards, and provide effective feedback, praising good results and correcting unsatisfactory performance. This course is offered in partnership with Green River College.

This class may be taken individually or as part of the 6 class series required to achieve the Leadership and Supervision Certificate.
More information on the on the other classes in the series can be found on the non-credit Certificate Program page.

Creative problem-solving and effective decision-making skills are essential in today's workplace. Through the use of real-life case studies, you will discover four primary problem-solving tools, learn a format for group problem-solving, methods for effective decision-making and techniques to minimize conflict and dissension. This course concludes with an interactive problem-solving group exercise. Concepts taught in this course can be applied to all facets of life. This course is offered in partnership with Green River College.

This class may be taken individually or as part of the 6 class series required to achieve the Leadership and Supervision Certificate.
More information on the on the other classes in the series can be found on the non-credit Certificate Program page.

Your Project Management Plan is approved and accepted. What's next? This course shares best practices for implementing and controlling the project to success. Learn how to manage quality, develop and manage a project team, effectively communicate, manage risk and engage stakeholders. Key tools and techniques and valuable tips will be introduced, shared and applied - all to ensure that your project is successful. TEXTBOOKS (available through Amazon): Required--The PMBOK® Guide - 7th Edition, Project Management Institute, Inc., 2021, ISBN-13: 978-1628256642; Recommended--Project Management Made Simple and Effective, Yeomans, 2016, ISBN-13: 978-1457549816. This course is a partnership with Green River Community College.

It is said, "If you fail to plan, you plan to fail." Discover the 24 key planning processes needed to plan and implement a successful project, and learn the order in which they should occur. Identify the key tools and techniques to effectively plan for scope, schedule, cost, quality, human resources, communications, risk, procurements and stakeholder management. This course keys on both predictive (Waterfall) and adaptive (Agile) planning techniques. TEXTBOOKS (available through Amazon): Required--The PMBOK® Guide - 7th Edition, Project Management Institute, Inc., 2021, ISBN-13: 978-1628256642; Recommended--Project Management Made Simple and Effective, Yeomans, 2016, ISBN-13: 978-1457549816. This course is a partnership with Green River Community College.

Recruiting and selecting the best employees for your organization is one of the most important things you will do as an HR Generalist. Topics for this course include creating a job description, strategies for finding candidates, interviewing and selection techniques for determining the best candidate for the job, and keeping the hiring process fair and legal This course is offered in partnership with Green River College.

This class may be taken individually or as part of the 8 class series required to achieve the HR Generalist Certificate.
More information on the on the other classes in the series can be found on the non-credit Certificate Program page.

Learn how to give clear, constructive feedback, set healthy boundaries, and have the conversations that matter. This interactive session builds practical skills in active listening, empathy, and direct communication, helping you strengthen workplace relationships, build trust, and create better outcomes.

Instructor: Janell Payne

Training and developing staff is an important function in the HR Generalist's role. In this course you will identify how and why adults learn and discover tips for keeping employees engaged and interested in the learning process. Other topics include performing a needs assessment, selecting the appropriate intervention to meet the identified need and talent development strategies including succession planning. This course is offered in partnership with Green River College.

This class may be taken individually or as part of the 8 class series required to achieve the HR Generalist Certificate.
More information on the on the other classes in the series can be found on the non-credit Certificate Program page.

Time is a valuable resource that can be costly to a company when wasted. In this course you will develop communication strategies to minimize time loss, evaluate personal and organizational time-wasters, learn to establish meaningful priorities and determine ways to deal with disruptions and unanticipated drains on time. Additional topics include schedule planning, prioritizing, delegation, and large project completion. This course is offered in partnership with Green River College.

This class may be taken individually or as part of the 6 class series required to achieve the Leadership and Supervision Certificate.
More information on the on the other classes in the series can be found on the non-credit Certificate Program page.

Learn the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, as well as how to analyze and record financial transactions. You will get hands-on experience with handling accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll procedures, sales taxes, and various common banking activities.

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Explore the world of corporate accounting and increase your financial know-how while gaining in-demand skills. This course will provide you with a solid understanding of recording and analyzing plant assets, depreciation, interest, dividends, revenue and other important corporate money matters.

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This course is designed to provide the fundamental computer competencies you need to survive and prosper in today's fast-changing workplace. You will learn how to implement the powers of modern office software to work faster and more efficiently. This course will also focus on practical applications for software most common to the workplace. By the time you finish, you will have learned why employers consider technological literacy so critical to the success of any organization.

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Manage the financial aspects of your small business quickly and efficiently using QuickBooks Online. This course will give you hands-on experience recording income and expenses; entering checks and credit card payments; tracking your payables, inventory, and receivables; and much more.

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