Training and Development

Employee Training and Development Certificate Programs are available to staff and administrators. These programs offer participants the opportunity to attend seminars designed to develop and enhance professional skills. Seminars are conducted on campus, during the workday.

A certificate is awarded to those who complete a series of ten seminars. Administrators are required to take two mandatory EEO compliance seminars; staff employees are required to attend one mandatory EEO compliance seminar. The balance of the seminars can be selected based on area of interest and professional development needs. Examples of topics are:

• Effective Communication - Developing Positive Work Relationships
• Excellence In Service
• Frontline Management
• Goal Setting
• Managing Emotions
• Stress Management
• The Art of Influence: Getting to Yes
• Valuing Differences: Understanding Diversity Issues

Topics, presenters and content are subject to change.

For information on the certificate programs, contact Susan Czuwak, Human Resource Administrator, via e-mail or call extension 3-7442.

Training and Development Lunchtime and Evening Workshops

Fall 2009

• RetireWise Seminars
  Learn how to make the most out of your retirement. Sign up for RetireWise, a series of four seminars that cover a wide range of topics in a lot of detail. 
• October 13, 20, 27, & November 3, 5:00-7:00 pm
• To Register: Visit MetLife RetireWise
• Defensive Driving
  This is a New York state, DMV-approved point and insurance reduction program. You must attend both sessions to receive driver safety certification.
• Class size is limited and registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis by phone call only: X3-5034. 
• Part I-November 16, 5:00-8:15 pm
• Part II-November 17, 5:00-8:15 pm
• Fitness Roundtable
  Get answers to common questions related to health, fitness, exercise, diet trends, motivation & more!
• October19, 12:00-1:00 pm
• Led by Pat Montagano, Assistant Dean of Students and Director of the Recreation Center, & Maureen Houck, Director of the Health and Wellness Center
• Long Term Care Seminar
• January 14, 12:00-1:00 pm, 1:00-2:00 pm

Health and Fitness Programs

• Weight Watchers
  With two different approaches to healthy weight loss, you can chose the plan that fits your needs and preferences. Learn how to make wise food choices and maintain your weight loss.
• Registration: September 23
• Trainer: Marianne Quail
• Fitness Walks
  Discover the beauty that surrounds us by exploring our campus during your lunch. The walks alternate between North and South campus, beginning September 18, 12:10 pm (South Campus)
• No registration required!
• Trainer: Pat Montagano
• Yoga and You
  Learn the fundamentals of yoga while practicing proper breathing and stretching techniques.
• begins October 5, 5:15-6:30 pm
• Trainer: Linda Cucurullo, Certified Yoga Instructor
• Shape, Firm, and Tone
  These 45-minute exercise sessions will provide a total body workout. Bring your own set of dumbells and get ready to exercise!
• begins September 15, 1:10-1:55 pm
• Trainer: Pat Montagano, Senior Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Recreation/Intramurals

Registration for all programs is quick and easy by sending an email to Training-Development. Your confirmation will include the location of the session.