Upcoming Training Opportunities

Training News: *RPM Position Manager and Student Employment classes are available through DEFINE Education. See our website for details! *QUEST University Wellness offers two Lunch-n-Learn Sessions this month. On 12/1, Faculty and Staff are invited to join students at "Getting the Grade Stress Free". Participants will learn the benefits of exercise and healthy nutrition including stress reduction. (Location U.C., Rio Grande A, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.) On 12/8, “My Cup Runneth Over…” focuses on what standard portion sizes are and how serving sizes relate to nutrition. (Location: Pachl Annex, room 134, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.) Call Quest at 2-3277 for more details.

Register online today at oabs.uta.edu/hr/classes
or call 817-272-3461.

The following classes will be offered between 12/01/04 and 12/31/04

ET-EXCELCH - Excel-Charts
Location:  University Hall, Room 04
Dates:  Wednesday, Dec 1, 2004 - Wednesday, Dec 1, 2004
Times:  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Class Days:  Wednesday
Instructed by:  Susan Montgomery
Participants will learn how to take the basic Excel chart to the next level. They will learn how to create a chart and also how to make changes to an existing chart.

PD-COMS100 - Communication Skills
Location:  Continuing Education Workforce Development Center, Room Please check for room number at information desk
Dates:  Thursday, Dec 2, 2004 - Thursday, Dec 2, 2004
Times:  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Class Days:  Thursday
Instructed by:  Carol Lennox
Participants will learn the principles of effective communication. We will discuss assertive communication, non verbal and verbal communication and how personality types affect communication styles. Join us to learn how to become a more effective assertive communicator.

JS-15PVTR - Fifteen Passenger Van Training
Location:  Environmental Health & Safety Building, 500 Summit Avenue, Room Training Room
Dates:  Friday, Dec 3, 2004 - Friday, Dec 3, 2004
Times:  1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Class Days:  Friday
Instructed by:  Bonnie Martin
A requirement for all UTA employees who drive 15 Passenger Vans either owned by UTA or leased from an outside company.

JS-HAZCOMT - Hazard Communication Training
Location:  Environmental Health & Safety, 500 Summit Avenue, Room Training Room
Dates:  Tuesday, Dec 7, 2004 - Tuesday, Dec 7, 2004
Times:  1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Class Days:  Tuesday
Instructed by:  Bonnie Martin
Please contact Environmental Health & Safety at 817-272-2185 for information about this class.

PD-NEO-003 - New Employee Orientation -
Location:  Continuing Education Workforce Development Center, Room Please check for room number at information desk
Dates:  Wednesday, Dec 8, 2004 - Wednesday, Dec 8, 2004
Times:  8:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Class Days:  Wednesday
Instructed by:  Crystal Anderson
New Employee Orientation is the primary foundation of the University's Staff Development program. It is a requirement for all new, benefits eligible, employees.

PD-PERF100 - HR Forum: Effective Performance Reviews
Location:  J.D. Wetsel, Room 200
Dates:  Wednesday, Dec 15, 2004 - Wednesday, Dec 15, 2004
Times:  9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Class Days:  Wednesday
Instructed by:  Jim Clingan
This course will teach you the importance of the performance review and how, with proper application, it can be used as a tool to develop your employees and your teams. In addition, you'll learn other ways to recognize and reward your employees and fellow team members and create a win/win atmosphere within your department.