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

• Blood Drive
  DONATIONS ARE URGENTLY NEEDED. Close to 2,000 men, women and children in our community, including cancer, transplant and surgery patients, trauma victims, newborn babies, and many others need blood transfusions each day. Since blood lasts only 42 days, area hospitals are in real need. You can change that. One pint of blood is separated into components that can save several lives. Please consider making a donation and giving the gift of life. Walks-ins welcome. Appointments can be made by contacting Susan Czuwak 
  Date: February 26th
   
• Defensive Driving
  This is a New York state, DMV-approved point and insurance reduction program.  Upon completion of the program, you may be entitled to a 10 percent reduction on vehicle liability, personal injury protection and collision insurance for three years.  In addition, you may also be eligible for a reduction of up to four points on your driving record.  The course is offered in two three-hour sessions by the Bayshore Safety Council.  By New York state law, you must attend both sessions, for the full six hours, to receive driver safety certification.  The workshop is open to all members of the Hofstra University Community and family members.  There is a $22 fee.
  Date: Part I & II- March 11th & 12th from  5:15-8 PM
  To Register Email: Training-Development
  
  
• Diversity
  Working successfully with others who do not share the same background, beliefs or traditions is a top priority in organizations that want to succeed today and in the future.  In this workshop you will examine the concepts of stereotypes and assumptions, and learn to assess perceptions of yourself and others with regard to difference.
  Date: April 25th, 2013
  To Register Email: Training-Development
  
  

EEO Compliance Training

• Harassment Policy Training for Staff Employees
  This EEO compliance course focuses on defining harassment under Hofstra University’s Harassment Policy, along with the implications of organizational liability.  We will distinguish the differences between “quid pro quo” and “hostile environment” harassment, and will discuss ways to prevent those situations proactively.  In addition, we will discuss appropriate procedures under the Hofstra University Harassment policy.
  Dates:  April 12th
  To Register Email: Training-Development
  
  
• Harassment Policy Training for Administrative Employees
  This EEO compliance course focuses on defining harassment under Hofstra University’s Harassment Policy, along with the implications of personal and organizational liability.  We will distinguish the differences between “quid pro quo” and “hostile environment” harassment, and will discuss ways to prevent those situations proactively.  In addition, we will discuss appropriate procedures under the Hofstra University Harassment Policy.
  Dates: March 14th & May 3rd
  To Register Email: Training-Development

Health & Fitness Programs

• Weight Watchers at Work
  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.
  Wednesdays at 1 PM please contact Training-Development  for the schedule of classes.
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Registration for all programs is quick and easy by sending an email to Training-Development. Your confirmation will include the location of the session.