Training & Development Opportunities 
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August 2010
Note: Classes marked with an (8) are part of the CORE 8 program.
Classes marked with an (AP) are part of the Indispensable Administrative
Assistant program. Classes marked by a (T) are part of our Trailblazers:
Pathways to Effective Supervision program.
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The Art of Listening
(AP)
Although most people
believe they are good listeners, most people only really listen to a small
portion of a conversation. If you have the desire to become a good listener,
then this course is for you.
What:
The Art of Listening
When:
Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where:
Wetsel Service Center, Room 200
Who:
Jake Allen
Participants will learn
the basics of good listening as well as tips for identifying listening style
and how get the most out of a face-to-face conversation.
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Maverick 101: New Employee Orientation (8)
If you are new to UT Arlington or if you are an existing employee
looking to reconnect with the pulse of the University, then I’ve got the class
for you.
What: Maverick 101: New Employee Orientation
When: Wednesday, August 4th, 2010, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center, Room 200
Who: Rosa Newman, and a host of key UT Arlington department
leaders.
Come learn about the exciting happenings here at UT Arlington and
hear from key departments that want to make your work and life easier and more
fulfilling.
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Dealing Effectively with Conflict and Confrontation (8)
If your first response
to conflict and confrontation is fight or flight, then you are responding
naturally. However, there is another solution that comes through knowledge and
education. Come learn how to deal effectively with conflict and discover new
ways to make every conflict a learning experience.
What:
Dealing Effectively with Conflict and Confrontation
When:
Thursday, August 5th, 2010, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 a.m.
Where:
Wetsel Service Center, Room 200
Who:
Employee Assistance Program Trainer, Alliance Work Partners
Whether you avoid
conflict like the plague or see it as an opportunity to sharpen your claws,
this is the class for you.
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Partnering With Your Boss (AP)
As an administrative
assistant, your success depends upon effectively partnering with your boss. You
are often called upon to communicate, plan, organize, negotiate and participate
in decision-making at very high levels. This course is specially designed to
help you learn goal setting, prioritizing, planning, decision making,
relationship building and listening.
What:
Partnering with Your Boss
When:
Tuesday, August 10th, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Where:
Wetsel Service Center, Room 200
Who:
Jake Allen
You will return to work
with a better understanding of what partnering with your boss entails and a
greater ability to support your organizations goals from your position as a
secretary, executive secretary or member of the administrative support staff.
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Effective Delegation (T)
Discover the essential
skills to effectively manage projects ... and bring out the best in your team.
Successful managers and supervisors are the ones who learn how to delegate
effectively. They know there's no better resource than a fully functioning and
dedicated team.
What:
Effective Delegation
When:
Wednesday, August 11th, 2010, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Where:
Wetsel Service Center, Room 200
Who:
Jake Allen
This great course can
help you take control of your projects and priorities. Learn practical tips and
specific steps to boost productivity maximize teamwork, and meet deadlines.
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Writing Effective E-Mails (AP)
E-mail has become an
essential communication tool for most individuals and organizations. It is
vitally important that you identify and learn all of the basics of e-mail
communication as well as all of the dangers of e-mail communication.
What:
Writing Effective E-mails
When:
Tuesday, August 17th, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Where:
Wetsel Service Center Room 200
Who:
Jake Allen
In this course,
participants will learn the keys to effective e-mails as well as proper cyber
manners and how to avoid e-mail overload.
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AHA HeartSavers: First Aid with CPR and AED
Would you know what to
do if someone around you was having a heart attack?
What:
AHA HeartSavers: First Aid with CPR and AED
When:
Wednesday, August 18th, 2010, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Where:
Environmental Health & Safety Building: Training Room, 500 Summit Ave.
Who:
Environmental Health and Safety Trainers
The skills you learn
here could save a life. Participants will receive CPR certification card.
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Managing Stress in the Workplace
(AP)
Is stress affecting how
you function at work or at home? Stress is normal and sometimes even necessary.
How you handle stress makes all the difference in the world. Learn what stress
is and how to identify and understand it. In addition, discover how to identify
your sources of your stress.
What:
Managing Stress in the Workplace
When:
Tuesday, August 24th, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Where:
Wetsel Service Center Room 200
Who:
Jake Allen
As the holidays
approach, this is a great time take a timeout to learn the tips to help you
deal with stress.
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Team Building for Supervisors (T)
As a manager, what kind
of relationship would you like to have with your employees ... Leader? Friend?
Teacher? Mentor?... the person who motivates them, guides them, encourages
them, and makes them want to win? Our team-building seminar is designed to
teach you powerful employee coaching methods to turn even problem employees
into super productive, motivated winners!
What:
Team Building for Supervisors
When:
Tuesday, August 31st, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Where:
Wetsel Service Center, Room 200
Who:
Jake Allen
This team-building
training shows you how to pull everyone together with a shared drive and
purpose.
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Interested in Technical/Computer
classes?
For a full up to date list of computer training classes or to
register for a computer class, please visit the OIT Training website.
http://www.uta.edu/oit/cs/training/index.php
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Interested in meeting other administrative
professionals across campus and throughout the Metroplex?
Come see what the Arlington Golden Circle Chapter IAAP is all
about. Meetings take place right here on campus on the second Tuesday of
every month.
Visit http://www.iaap-arlington.org/
for meeting and seminar details or contact Sherilyn Sicking CPS/CAP at [log in to unmask] or 2-5426 with any
questions you may have.
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Have new ideas of classes you are interested in
attending in the Training and Development Department? Contact us below an share
your ideas.
Contact Jake Allen ([log in to unmask]), Rosa Newman ([log in to unmask]),
or Eunice Currie ([log in to unmask]) by
e-mail or by phone at Ext: 2-5554 with your questions or comments.
OUR MISSION: The mission of the Office of Human
Resources: Staff Development is to provide quality training and development
opportunities in the areas of Professional Development, Personal Growth, and
Family Enrichment. We accomplish this through strategic planning and effective
communication while welcoming diversity and building relationships.
