Personal & Professional Development   

Team leaders, supervisors and other mid-range managers can sometimes suffer from “middle child” syndrome. They do not get the consideration given to individual contributors because they are categorized as leaders.  But they do not get the respect, deference, and resources that executives receive, because they are not executives.   

So how does one achieve performance goals and juggle the administrative tasks required for middle management success, without the weight of executive authority or direct impact on production?  

In this course, we will discuss what it takes to be an effective middle manager and reveal best practices to help you position yourself and your team for success.  

Topics will include:  

• What it means to be a middle manager 

• Positioning your team for success 

• Managing for performance 

Audience: Supervisors and other managers or team leaders not serving in an executive role. 

In this hands-on course, participants will learn how to work safely around electrical equipment in an industrial setting. The units in the course address the safety rules of electricity which are a prerequisite to Basic Electricity, Advanced Electrical and Automated Control Concepts, Sensors and Automated Electromechanical Devices and both PLC courses. The participant will demonstrate comprehension by performing tasks on actual electrical and electronic controls of industrial equipment.

In this hands-on course, participants will learn the basics of electricity as applied in the industrial setting. The units of study fully address industrial electrical principles providing a foundation for more advanced electrical and equipment control topics. The participant will demonstrate comprehension by performing tasks on actual electrical and electronic controls of industrial equipment. The Electrical Safety Course is a prerequisite of this course.

The PMP Exam Preparation workshop is designed to help you pass the PMP® or CAPM® certification exam with confidence. In this one-day course, you’ll learn how to prepare effectively, find the best practice questions, and break down exam questions to select the right answers. The course also highlights key lessons from the PMBOK® Guide and the Exam Content Outline so you know exactly what to focus on. Led by PMP-certified instructors with real-world experience, this workshop gives you the tools to succeed without wasting time. It’s practical, concise, and aligned with the latest exam standards. Plus, you’ll earn 35 contact hours toward your certification requirements.

IMPORTANT: If you are registering for the exam Prep, do not register for the Essentials of Project Management course OR the Advanced Essentials of Project Management course. They are both included in this course. 

The Advanced Project Management workshop is designed for professionals who want to take their project management skills to the next level. Over two days, you’ll learn how to prioritize the right projects, manage costs effectively, and build quality into every stage of your projects. The course covers practical topics like stakeholder management, conflict resolution, and procurement practices, along with advanced tools such as earned value analysis and negotiation techniques.

This hands-on workshop is led by PMP-certified instructors with real-world experience. Whether you’re managing high-stakes projects or just sharpening your skills, you’ll leave with strategies and tools you can apply immediately. Plus, the course qualifies for 14 contact hours toward PMP certification or PDUs if you’re already certified.

 

Prerequisites: Essentials of Project Management or equivalent foundational knowledge

Certification Affiliations: Project Management Professional (PMP) and Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM).

This 10-hour program presents an overview of MIOSHA regulations for the construction industry. Detailed information is presented to enable the participant to develop an accident prevention plan as required by Rule 114 of MIOSHA Construction Safety Standard Part 1, General Rules. An overview of MIOSHA inspection procedures is presented, as well as the most frequently cited MIOSHA violations in the construction industry. Participants gain detailed information regarding construction and health standards relative to the industry. Emphasis will be placed on recognizing hazards and describing safe work practices to eliminate or control those hazards. Students will receive both MIOSHA and OSHA 10-hour cards upon successful completion of the class. Virtual classroom with an in-person instructor. This training format can be taken from the office, home, or remotely.

This course will help leaders to improve in their evolving role and learn to build leadership skills through the use of: Feedback, Communication, Coaching, Improving, and Performance. Designed for anyone in a supervisory role. Supervisors will attend four sessions designed to increase their leadership skills. Between sessions, participants are asked to apply their skills, on the job, that were discussed in the prior session. This program will focus on the leadership skills: feedback, communicating, listening, coaching, goals, planning, and evaluating human performance. Participants will become skilled at using several job aids, such as; the human performance model, SPEAK, SBI, GRACE, and the basic coaching model.

An intensive 36-hour program incorporates lectures, discussions and tests to learn the HR body of knowledge. It is designed primarily for HR professionals seeking HR certification, and provides participants with a comprehensive overview of Human Resources in preparation for HRCI’s PHR and SPHR certification exams as well as SHRM’s CP and SCP. The course covers all six functional areas of human resource management. The HRCP Program provides a solid foundation for managing the HR functions.

The course materials utilized are the Human Resource Certification Preparation (HRCP) learning system. Some of the features and benefits include:

-Five modules correlating with the Body of Knowledge

-More than 600 HR QuickStudy Flash Cards color-coded for each module

-Online practice tests with over 800 questions

- Interactive discussions about real-life situations faced by HR professionals

By attending the course, participants will benefit from: An experienced instructor Opportunities to network and learn from your peers A dynamic classroom environment that helps you stay on track

**Please note that the class will also meet on Tuesday, September 7 and Tuesday & Wednesday October 13-14. Class will NOT meet on Monday, September 6 or Monday, October 12.**