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Project Management Fundamentals Project Management Fundamentals The evolution of business strategies has increased the importance of management having a thorough understanding of the products they produce. More and more employees are getting promoted from within to become project managers as they fully understand what they are trying to produce and how best to meet the quality and quantity requirements set forth by upper  more...

Ergonomics in the Workplace ...ram and provides information to assist both employees and employers in minimizing the risk of developing work-related MSDs. This course applies to both office and industrial settings. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to define terms related to the study of ergonomics, recognize signs and symptoms  more...

Computer Ergonomics ...nd also provides information to assist both employees and employers in minimizing the risk of developing work-related MSDs. This course applies to employees and employers required to work in computer/data entry environments. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives for this course are to: define terms related  more...

Bloodborne Pathogen Awarenss ... answers with the person conducting the training session. Employers may use a variety of methods to meet the intent of the standard. As an example, OSHA has previously stated that an employer can meet OSHA's requirement for trainees to have direct access to a qualified trainer by providing a telephone hotline. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a  more...

Fair Labor Standards Act FLSA ...he main provisions of the act, helping both employees and employers understand their rights and responsibilities in relation to those provisions. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Labor and Employment Practice Group of the law firm of Burr & Forman LLP. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not  more...

Understanding the Risks of Using Internet Media Electronic Communications ... may have an impact on our companies and employment. Most employers encourage employees to use the Internet and other electronic communication tools for business purposes, and some employers also permit a certain level of personal use in the workplace as well. For this reason, it's important to be familiar with your company's policy on Internet use and electronic communications. This course  more...

Understanding the Americans with Disabilities Act ADA ... The Act requires all private, state, or local government employers with 15 or more employees to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to apply for jobs and work in positions for which they are qualified, have equal access to benefits and privileges, and have an equal opportunity to be promoted once they are working. The course outlines the manager s role in ADA  more...

Rightful Employment Termination ...ded to perform the work some hard decisions must be made. Employers can minimize the risk of being involved in wrongful termination claims or lawsuits, or being held liable in the event that they are defending wrongful termination lawsuits, by following some basic guidelines during the hiring process and managing employees' performance during their tenure. Although most employees are employed  more...

Procurement Integrity ...ory framework in order to avoid putting themselves, their employers, or government officials with whom they interact in problematic situations. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Labor, Employment, and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass Green PA. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational  more...

Integrity in the Workplace ...ions that govern them. The course also discusses how both employers and employees can improve integrity and promote an ethical workplace culture. For employees, it is important to understand how to blow the whistle objectively, and also to understand the general protections afforded to whistleblowers by law, which protect them from retaliation by their employers. For employers, this means  more...

I-9 Compliance Verifying Employment Eligibility of US Non-US Citizens ...74A of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) requires employers to hire only individuals who are legally eligible to work here. The I-9 form is the key to compliance with this requirement. It protects employers from knowingly hiring employees who are not authorized to work in this country. The law requires employers to verify the individual s eligibility for employment by requiring the  more...

DOT Security for Shipment of Hazardous Materials DOT Security for Shipment of Hazardous Materials According to the US Department of Transportation (DOT), over 800,000 shipments of hazardous materials are transported in the United States every day. The materials shipped include those of chemical, petroleum, radioactive, explosive, and poisonous natures. Of the 800,000 shipments, almost 769,000 are transported by truck on the nation's roads,  more...

DOT Drug and Alcohol Awareness ...f Transportation (DOT) interprets these laws and provides employers who are responsible for transportation employees with guidelines for setting up effective drug-free programs. These guidelines encourage employees and supervisors in the transportation industry to be vigilant of any coworkers who may display symptoms of substance abuse and provide details for effective drug and alcohol testing  more...

Sprains and Strains ...housands of workers are injured in the workplace, costing employers billions of dollars in hidden costs. The most common of these injuries are sprains and strains. Most workplace injuries are caused by manual tasks, such as lifting or carrying loads, working in fixed positions, repetitive tasks, or using heavy, vibrating tools. Manual tasks, if not performed properly, are a leading cause of  more...

Office Ergonomics ...nd also provides information to assist both employees and employers in minimizing the risk of developing work-related MSDs. This course applies to employees and employers in office/administrative type settings. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: define terms related to the study of ergonomics;  more...

Industrial Ergonomics ...nd also provides information to assist both employees and employers in minimizing the risk of developing work-related MSDs. This course applies to employees and employers in industrial work settings. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to: define terms related to the study of ergonomics, recognize the  more...

Employee Sexual Harassment Awareness ...l as the rights of employees, and the responsibilities of employers relative to sexual harassment in the workplace. This one-hour course can help your company demonstrate its commitment to a fair, responsible, and healthy organizational environment free from harassment and intimidation. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Employment Law Group of the law firm of  more...

Maximizing Productivity as a Remote Employee ...mber of telecommuters and remote workers. Individuals and employers have a number of things to consider when deciding whether working remotely is possible, necessary, or desired. Once the decision is made, the goal is to create and maintain a productive remote work environment. This course provides an introduction to telecommuting, including helping you determine whether telecommuting is right  more...

Workplace Inspections ...Employers have a responsibility to maintain safe working conditions for their employees and to comply with the government health and safety standards that are applicable to their establishments. They must also ensure that employees have and use personal protective equipment when required for safety and health as they do their jobs. When employees stay whole and healthy, businesses also benefit.  more...

Union Awareness ...rkers' rights under the various US labor laws, as well as employers' rights and obligations with respect to union activity. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Labor & Employment Law Group of the law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do  more...

Resume Writing This course demonstrates the process of writing a resume that will result in an interview. Designed for anyone who needs a resume, this course will guide students through the process. An overview of resumes including their use, what potential employers look for and styles will be discussed. Comparisons between the job market and individual goals will be made and applied to the process. A  more...

Hazard Communication (HazCom) ...d to when working. This course is designed to assist both employers and employees in learning about work hazards and how to protect themselves. This course can be completed as quickly as you care to, depending on how much time you can devote to it. Note that we have set a 90 day access period to the course with further extensions up to 6 months if needed. It is always a best practice to take  more...

Basic Internet Specialist Certificate Designed to help people learn more about the Web including terminology, finding information, and creating effective websites that sell. Designed to help people learn more about the Web including terminology, finding information, and creating effective websites that sell. Students will learn how to deal with customers concerns, and the best way to provide support. Students will also learn how to  more...

Creating Popular Web Content (Master Class)-Self Directed ...ss throws at you. Develop a deep portfolio to show future employers and clients You?ll see how each genre has evolved as a virtual conversation between thousands of users, and thousands of writers, over time. Each element in the standard structure responds to a particular type of question asked by a lot of users. When you understand the give-and-take of this exchange, you can write the  more...

Brilliant Business Writing and Communication ... that communicate a great deal about themselves and their employers. Many don`t feel comfortable writing, and worry that the impression they`re making on clients and coworkers is anything but positive. It`s time to change all that. Designed explicitly for people in the business world, this course guides students through the principles and practices of effective communication. Students learn  more...

ADA Training & Certification Program ...ions. The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers with 15 or more employees to provide qualified individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to benefit from the full range of employment-related opportunities available to others. The ADA prohibits discrimination in recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, pay, social activities, and other privileges of employment. The  more...

Job-Seekers Workshop: 10 steps to a new beginning ... a helpful worksheet, then explains how to find potential employers using the Net, networking and the direct approach; shows how to develop, personalize and target a resume (includes samples), write an effective cover letter (includes samples); talks about the best ways to contact employers, gives tips on preparing for an interview, such as considering answers for questions that may be asked,  more...

Cafeteria Plan Training & Certification Program ...eteria Plans are one of the most-used benefits offered by employers in the United States, yet they are often among the hardest to design and administer because of the numerous design and reimbursement options and the complexity of handling reimbursement requests. Our Section 125 Cafeteria Plan Training & Certification Program is loaded with information on plan design, administrative options,  more...

IATA Dangerous Goods ...ngerous Goods Regulations. The course is designed to help employers meet the requirements for training as specified in Section 1.5 of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and 49 CFR 172 Subpart H, including testing of participants. This course does not cover the more detailed requirements for the shipment of radioactive materials under the IATA regulations. Note that we have set a 90 day access  more...

Lab Safety and Chemical Hygiene ...employers must meet to ensure a safe laboratory environment for their employees. It also walks you through creating an effective and comprehensive Chemical Hygiene Plan including basic components, general laboratory safety practices, facility and operation safety rules, chemical hazard identification, and other general safety topics that relate to laboratories. Note that we have set a 90 day  more...

Violence in the Workplace ...ll learn from the insider?s guide the moves employees and employers should take. Walk through a real workplace example, and learn what an employer and employees can do to avoid violence in the workplace. Finally, if violence does strike your workplace, learn how to meet it with an effective incidence response. No one gets hurt with a game pad or a joystick, but in the real workplace, our  more...

Violence in the Workplace ...ll learn from the insider?s guide the moves employees and employers should take. Walk through a real workplace example, and learn what an employer and employees can do to avoid violence in the workplace. Finally, if violence does strike your workplace, learn how to meet it with an effective incidence response. No one gets hurt with a game pad or a joystick, but in the real workplace, our  more...

Effective Management Principles Within the Law Effective management is vital to a successful company. Too often, individuals who have excelled in a company due to a specific skills set are promoted to managerial positions before having adequate management training or any at all. Managing within the Law Effective management is vital to a successful company. Too often, individuals who have excelled in a company due to a specific skills set are  more...

FLSA Training & Certification Program Learn how to adminster the federally-mandated FLSA rules and earn a "Certified FLSA Administrator" designation. This self-paced course qualifies for 8 hours of PHR/SPHR re-certification credits and can be completed either at one time or over several sessions. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) covers wage and hour rules for U.S. workers, including what hours employees can work and what base and  more...

Learning to Avoid Questionable Interview Questions .... State and federal statutes and court decisions prohibit employers from discriminating against certain groups of people and from taking actions that impact those groups adversely and unfairly. Questionable Interview Questions Many aspects of employment are heavily regulated in the U.S., none more than the interviewing and hiring process. State and federal statutes and court decisions prohibit  more...

Oracle 10g OCA ... you need to know what skills make you more attractive to employers. You will have 1 year access to this course but can complete it as quickly as you like to. Oracle 10g OCA The demand for Oracle technical professionals is growing fast. Experienced or new to the profession you need to know what skills make you more attractive to employers. Employers are looking for individuals with a solid  more...

Senior Professional In Supply Management (SPSM ®) Certification Program ... a world-class purchasing professional. You see, today?s employers refuse to reward employees for yesterday?s skills. They demand that purchasing professionals like you use the most modern skills and achieve unprecedented results. They want you to save more money, achieve better operational performance, and reduce risk. So how can you acquire the most modern skills, achieve meaningful results,  more...

Creating Popular Web Content (Master Class) ...ss throws at you. Develop a deep portfolio to show future employers and clients You?ll see how each genre has evolved as a virtual conversation between thousands of users, and thousands of writers, over time. Each element in the standard structure responds to a particular type of question asked by a lot of users. When you understand the give-and-take of this exchange, you can write the  more...

CompTIA A+ 2009 The A+ certification validates the latest skills needed by today ™s computer support professionals. It is an international, vendor-neutral certification recognized by major hardware and software vendors, distributors and resellers. The A+ certification confirms a technician's ability to perform tasks such as installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and basic  more...

FLSA: What Supervisors Need to Know ...most private and public employment settings, and requires employers to pay covered employees who are not otherwise exempt at least the federal minimum wage and over time pay. You will also review the guidelines on exempt versus non-exempt status, compensable time, and record keeping requirements. As an extra added bonus, when you enroll you will be given up to one year access to this course.  more...

Preparing as the Interviewee Interviewing isn't what it used to be. Today's interviewers are continually asking interviewees for detailed examples of past performance. Organizations have found that employees tend to do at least as well on new jobs as they did on their old ones. So the information and examples you provide to potential employers will often seal your fate. It's critical that you prepare yourself for behavioral  more...

Doing Business with Independent Contractors ...ween an "employee" and an "independent contractor "? Many employers don't, and in some cases it has cost their companies millions of dollars in taxes, insurance, overtime, fines and penalties. That's why it's important to understand the standards for judging if a temporary, leased or outsourced worker is really an employee. This course will acquaint you with the law and give you the knowledge  more...

Union Awareness ...der the various U.S. labor laws, as well as to understand employers? rights and obligations with respect to union activity. This course was developed and is maintained with subject matter support provided by the Labor, Employment, and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass Green PA. Please note that the course materials and content are for informational purposes  more...

HIPAA Securing Protected Health Information ...s these rules does not place any specific requirements on employers. However, many employers sponsor healthcare insurance plans for employees and share protected health information about employees with organizations covered by the new rules. Employers must protect themselves against liability under the new rules by ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of electronic  more...

HIPAA Evaluating the Impact of the Privacy Rule ... to implement changes at the workplace. This course helps employers evaluate the impact of HIPAA privacy requirements upon their organizations. It teaches them which practices they will need to change and whether they may qualify for certain exceptions. In addition, this course will help employers develop strategies to meet requirements by assessing the gap between what is required by the  more...

Supervisor Manager Sexual Harassment Awareness ... undertake two hours of training on sexual harassment and employers must maintain records indicating such. This course is designed to meet that requirement and therefore takes two hours to complete. To ensure that you spend adequate time in this course, please be sure to complete every section. If you follow along with the audio feature of the course, you will meet the two-hour requirement.  more...

Essentials of Business Law Employment Law ...ns violate these laws. The program also includes ways for employers to deal with claims of discrimination as well as methods to prevent discriminatory actions from occurring. Learn To Identify agency relationships. Identify ways agency can be terminated. Apply the duties of an agent.  more...

Sexual Harassment Preventing Sexual Harassment Claims ... Identify what the EEOC requires employers to do to prevent sexual harassment. Identify the damages for which organizations can be held legally liable. Identify the actions organizations can take to protect themselves from sexual harassment claims. Identify the elements of an effective  more...

Workplace Aggression Recognizing Aggressive Behavior ... will provide you with information about why managers and employers should be concerned about workplace aggression, how aggression affects an organization, and what actions you can take to recognize aggressive behavior. Unit 2: Knowing the Sources of Aggression (0.5 - 1 hour) Understand the societal sources of workplace aggression. List  more...

Human Resource Law Management s Role ...ination statutes. In addition, this program provides ways employers can minimize employee complaints, and methods employers can use to handle, document, and seek legal counsel for claims. Learn To Match employment laws with the ways each impacts the workplace. Identify provisions of FMLA.  more...

Human Resource Law Americans With Disabilities Act ...e Americans with Disabilities Act. This program instructs employers on the specifics of the law, and the complications involved in determining which employees qualify for ADA protection. In addition, this program provides defenses to discrimination claims, an explanation of reasonable accommodation and undue hardship, and ways for employers avoid or minimize the incidence of employee claims.  more...

Human Resource Law Equal Employment Opportunity Law ...Match the three grounds for discrimination claims against employers with their definitions. Define bona fide occupational qualification. Sequence the steps of the EEOC complaint procedure. Identify four outcomes to an EEOC investigation. Select the remedies to a finding of  more...

Human Resource Law Family Medical Leave Act ...events qualify an employee for FMLA leave and the actions employers should avoid taking when protecting an employee's rights to FMLA leave. In addition, you will learn job restoration rules, how the FMLA is enforced, and how organizations can comply with the law's provisions. Learn To Select criteria for employee eligibility. Choose  more...

Human Resource Law Fair Labor Standards Act ...s of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including which employers must comply with the law and which employees could be exempt from FLSA provisions. You will also learn the employee rights protected by FLSA, how the FLSA is enforced, and how employers can prevent employee claims. Learn To Identify which employers are covered by FLSA.  more...

Human Resource Law Understanding Privacy Rights ...ations. Avoid common mistakes employers make when conducting e-communications. Apply the guidelines to conduct legal e-communications. Communicate to an employee the actions he or she should avoid when using e-communications. Audience The target audience for this series is HR managers, HR directors, and  more...

Diversity the Future ...Employers must understand the ways in which the idea of diversity will continue to expand in the years to come. They need to prepare for demographic changes that will alter both the definition of corporate culture and practices for hiring, retention, and interaction with the company. This course explores the need for a holistic approach to workplace diversity, and the effects of incorporating a  more...

Fall Protection Training ... fall hazards and providing training. Under the standard, employers are able to select fall protection measures compatible with the type of work being performed. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Learn about falls in the workplace Identify preventative measures to avoid falls Understand the duty to have fall protection Identify and understand fall protection systems Learn  more...

Personal Protective Equipment for General Industry ...employers and employees with knowledge concerning the proper selection, care and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Students will be informed of the OSHA requirements for PPE compliance in the workplace. Learning Objectives: * Describe the role of PPE in controlling exposure to hazards in the workplace. * Identify parts of the body most vulnerable to injury, name hazards  more...

Confined Spaces ... Prevention Program Understand the Duties of Employers and Employees Understand the Rescue & Emergency Services Understand the Testing Protocol Upon completion of the course and final exam, students will be able to print an HP&P Safety Certificate of Confined Spaces Safety Training. COURSE COST: $20. 00 DURATION: 1 Hour COURSE ENROLLMENT:  more...

Hazard Communication ...only known as HAZCOM, provides information to workers and employers about various chemical hazards that exist in the workplace, and what protective measures they can take in order to prevent the adverse effects of such hazards. This self-paced, online course gives you a basic understanding of how to deal with hazardous chemicals and how workers can prevent and protect themselves from fatal  more...

Spanish- Introduction to OSHA and OSHA Act ...H) Act Explain how the General Duty Clause affects employers Identify the different types of OSHA violations Explain how OSHA conducts inspections Understand OSHAa ™s requirements Understand employersa ™ and workersa ™ rights REGULATORY REQUIREMENT: Please see the state/ regulatory requirement from the course catalog page. COST:  more...

CPR for the Healthcare Professional ...ertified intructors, so that healthcare professionals and employers are able to confidently benefit from our online education. Objectives Upon completion of this course the user will be able to: 1. Understand the recent changes in the guidelines for CPR and ECC 2. Understand and Demonstrate the basic steps of CPR for adults, children, and infants, and have knowledge of the  more...