Spring 1998 Training Schedule: Part II

Flyers will be sent on a regular basis to all state employees regarding the Spring Training Schedule. Additional classes will be published via these flyers, on the e-mail, and through The Catalyst. To register, the registration form must be completed and submitted as directed.

Revitalizing Your Career Instructor: P. Glowatsky This workshop will help you put the spark back in work to improve your productivity and fulfillment, benefiting both you and your organization. Through exploration of your situation, assets, needs and goals, you will develop a plan to jump-start your career without jumping ship. Career stages and specific actions that maximize effectiveness, visibility and satisfaction will be discussed. March 19, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Harborview Office Tower (HOT), room 103

Sexual Harassment This seminar explains the law and MUSC policy, EEOC definitions of sexual harassment and the responsibility and potential liability of employers/supervisors. It will also deal with managing the difficult employee and suggest effective responses to sexual harassment. Date and time to be announced

Smile to Impress Instructor: J. Belcher The more you know about interviewing, the better prepared you will be to show you are the best candidate. In today’s fast paced world, we often focus on things for less than 60 seconds. When you get your point across in 60 seconds or less, you increase your odds that the person asking the question will listen to your response. Feb. 5, 9 a.m. - noon, HOT, room 103; May 13, 1 - 4 p.m., HOT, room 103

Social Security Benefits Instructor: M. Sohl In this seminar, a representative from the Social Security Office will present information on the benefits you can expect to receive from this program. May 19, 9 - 11 a.m., Admin/Library Bldg., room 100

Speed Reading Instructor: A. Fleshman Speed Reading will increase your reading rate and maintain or improve your comprehension. This course is designed for those who already have good comprehension but simply want to read more in less time. The areas of focus include evaluating current rate and comprehension, speeding up the reading process, changing technique according to varying needs, developing flexibility and improving comprehension by improving concentration, and understanding text structure. March 11 and 12, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., HOT, room 103

Strength of Criticism and Compliments Instructor: F. Muscarella Giving compliments enhances peoples’ self worth, but compliments may be difficult for some of us to receive. Specifically, this seminar will focus on valid and invalid criticism, receiving and giving criticism, taking the sting out of criticism, assertiveness and criticism, guidelines for giving positive feedback (compliments), negative feedback, and giving and receiving compliments. April 30, 8:30 a.m. - noon, HOT, room 103

Stress Management Instructor: F. Muscarella This workshop will help you define the current stressors in your life and learn new ways to cope with them. You will learn to manage stress by focusing on a variety of wellness approaches. In addition, this seminar will focus on various relaxation techniques, types of stress, its causes, and stress buffers. Comfortable attire is recommended. March 12, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., Admin/Library Bldg., room 100

Supervisory Skills Instructor: J. Rodriguez This workshop is designed for managers, supervisors, and other workplace leaders. You will gain the leading edge in supervisory skills so that under your leadership, your employees will grow in competence, confidence and be on their way to becoming peak performers. Part I will be “The Basics of Effective Supervision,” Part II will be “Coaching for Improved Performance” and Part III will be “The Power of Teamwork.” Part 1, Jan. 22, 8:30 a.m - 4 p.m., HOT, room 103; Part 1, May 5, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Strom Thurmond Building (STB), room 641; Part 2, Feb. 12, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., HOT, room 103; Part 3, March 10, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., HOT, room 103

Telephone Tools and Techniques This course will provide comprehensive training on telephone etiquette and the MUSC telephone system. Using active phone sets, participants will learn to make productive and effective calls, use listening skills and improve customer service through the correct usage of the telephone system. All classes will be held at University Communication, 25 Ehrhardt St. Jan. 20, 9 a.m. - noon; Feb. 19, 9am - noon; March 17, 9 a.m. - noon; April 23, 9 a.m. - noon; May 19, 9 a.m. - noon

Time Management and Personal Leadership Instructor: D. Jessey This program helps you become more effective, more balanced and less stressed. This program is based on the acclaimed research of Stephen Covey (Seven Habits of Highly Effective People) and Lou Tice (Investment in Excellence). Feb. 26, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., HOT, room 103

Tools for Change Instructor: P. Glowatsky Health care professionals are faced with the challenge of transforming themselves and their organizations while continuing to act as change agents for patients and families. This series of workshops is designed to help employees at all levels develop and refine skills needed to create effective, positive change in their own lives and the lives of others. Participants are required to attend the foundation workshop (The Basics of Change) before attending advanced workshops. Participants can choose to attend all of the advanced workshops, or select those that are pertinent to them.

• The Basics of Change Central to being able to adapt to change and facilitate change in others is a sound understanding of the basic dynamics of the change process. This workshop will review two models of change that operate simultaneously and review skills needed in a time of rapid change. Jan. 29, 1 - 5 p.m., HOT, room 103; Feb. 3, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., HOT, room 103
• Group Activities and Exercises to Drive Change Participants in this seminar will learn by experience as they are led through a series of activities designed to support change. Facilitation skill basics will be covered and participants will have an opportunity to facilitate during this session. Prerequisite: The Basics of Change May 19 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., STB, room 641
• Managing Energy and Time When Stress is High This workshop will focus on managing energy and time during transitions. Participants will explore their own stress responses and develop ways to maintain productivity while effectively dealing with the transitions at hand. Prerequisite: The Basics of Change June 2, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., STB, room 641
• Managing for Organizational Transition This seminar helps managers help employees and colleagues make positive transitions. Managers will learn ways to move people through the stages of change and how to deal with the emotions stirred up during a change process. Group and individual techniques that maximize forward movement will be emphasized. Prerequisite: The Basics of Change March 24, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., STB, room 641
• Understanding the Impact of Personality Style This workshop will address what different people need in times of transition, the contributions of different personality styles and how to help people adapt to different change initiatives. Prerequisite: The Basics of Change March 5, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., HOT, room 103
• Working with Resistance In this seminar, the phenomenon of resistance will be explored in depth, with specific techniques to transform resistance to motivation. Real work situations will be used to promote practical problem-solving. Prerequisite: The Basics of Change April 23. 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., HOT, room 103

Understanding the Employee Performance Management System Instructors: S. Carullo and J. Jones Are you tired of wondering who to call for information? Are you uncertain about how to complete an accurate and successful evaluation report/session? In this seminar, you will learn how to use the EPMS to improve work performance and encourage the growth and development of your employees. April 22, 9 a.m. - noon, HOT, room 103; June 4, 9 a.m. - noon, HOT, room 103

Using Time Wisely Instructor: R. Davis You will learn how to identify priorities, set goals, make decisions, boost productivity, and the best and worst time use habits. Get all of this and have a good time in this seminar designed to inspire and enlighten. May 20, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., Admin/Library Bldg., room 100

When Bad Things Happen Instructor: M. Miller Every organization has been hit with divorce, death, problems, layoffs, firings, and any kind of loss imaginable. Each loss can cost you money if it’s not handled well. Learn how you can be able to effectively handle loss in your personal and professional life. March 4, 8:30 a.m. - noon, Harper Student Center (HSC), 1st Floor

Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning Instructor: J. Good You can make life easier for yourself and your beneficiaries by avoiding unnecessary legal hassles. It just takes a little planning and information. You will receive help with both at this seminar provided by a legal expert. June 3, 9 a.m. - noon, Admin/Library Bldg., room 107

Windows for Beginners This introductory class gives the first time Windows user a working knowledge of this new environment. This course covers components of Windows, a mouse and keyboard review, icons, scrolling/sizing and moving windows, closing windows, Help, the Network Applications Window, accessing applications, multi-tasking and toggling, and exiting Windows. Classes are held in HOT, room 102-C. Jan. 14, 1:30 - 4 p.m.; Jan. 16, 8:30 - 11 a.m.; Jan. 21, 1:30 - 4 p.m.; Feb. 3, 1:30 - 4 p.m.; Feb. 9, 1 - 4 p.m.; Feb. 19, 1:30 - 4 p.m.

WordPerfect 6.1 for Windows - Introduction This introductory skills course is a fast and easy way to learn the key features of WordPerfect 6.1 for faster word processing with less effort. A variety of practical work-related examples are used throughout this class to help you see how easy it is to learn the basics of WordPerfect 6.1. You’ll learn how to create, edit, print, and manage documents, as well as enhance their appearance with templates and fonts. Classes are held in HOT, room 102-C. Prerequisite: Knowledge of computer operations and Windows experience. Jan. 12, 1 - 4 p.m.; Jan. 15, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.; Jan. 23, 1 - 4 p.m.; Feb. 2, 1 - 4 p.m.; Feb. 17, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.; Feb. 23, 1 - 4 p.m.

WordPerfect 6.1 for Windows - Intermediate In this course, you will master additional features of WordPerfect 6.1. You’ll learn to create and use your own formatting styles, tables, headers and footers, customize toolbars and automate repetitive tasks with macros. Classes are held in HOT, 102-C. Prerequisite: Introduction to WordPerfect 6.1 for Windows Jan. 16, 1 - 4 p.m.; Jan. 23, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.; Feb. 5, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.; Feb. 20, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.

WordPerfect 6.1 for Windows - Advanced In this class, you will learn about merge; how to customize button bars, sort, outline, fax, bookmark, index and other advanced techniques. Classes are held in Harborview 102-C. Prerequisite: Introduction and Intermediate WordPerfect 6.1 for Windows Jan. 19, 1 - 4:30 p.m.; Jan. 26, 1 - 4:30 p.m.; Feb. 5, 1 - 4:30 p.m.; Feb. 20, 1 - 4:30 p.m.

Written and Spoken Grammar: This Troublesome English Language Instructor: T. Waldrep Is grammar something created by English teachers to torture students? If you have ever received a poorly written memo or cringed when you hear poor grammar coming across the telephone line, you will answer with a resounding “No.” This workshop will help you avoid mistakes covering the top ten grammatical errors— what they are and how to fix them. Feb. 18, 1 - 5 p.m., HSC, 1st Floor

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Cancellations will be accepted up to 24 hours prior to the start of the seminar. To cancel e-mail tezzan@musc.edu or call 792-3348 or 792-6036. In lieu of cancellation, the department may substitute another employee for the one registered above. The department will be charged a $25 fee if the employee does not cancel or a substitution is not made (Call 792-6036 to cancel). Participants should park in their usual location and use University Transportation Services to travel to seminars. Those who work off-campus may call Parking Management (792-3665) to make arrangements for parking during the seminar. I have read and understand the above policy:

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To register, please fax this completed form to 792-9533 or sent to Human Resources Training, 101-A Harborview Office Tower.