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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.

Organize, calculate, analyze, revise, update, and present your data in ways that help the decision makers in your organization. This course provides you with a foundation for Excel knowledge and skills, which you can build upon to eventually become an expert in data analysis. This class is offered in partnership with Peninsula Community College. Required: Access to Microsoft Excel. Microsoft Excel for Office 365 (Desktop or Online) Part 1 ($21.73) store.logicaloperations.com/microsoft-excel-for-office-365-desktop-or-online-part-1-28734.html

This course builds on Excel 365 Level 1 and introduces advanced tools for creating effective workbooks and analyzing large datasets. You'll learn to extract and present actionable insights, key skills for driving organizational success. This class is offered in partnership with Peninsula Community College. Prerequisite: Excel Level 1 or equivalent experience Required: Access to Microsoft Excel. Microsoft Excel for Office 365 (Desktop or Online): Part 2 ($21.73) store.logicaloperations.com link

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.

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.

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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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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