FREE ONLINE TRAINING: Human Resources
HUMAN RESOURCES TRAINING
The Halifax Chamber of Commerce is working hard to provide our members with resources, information and value. We are pleased to offer a round of FREE online training programs to help grow your business. This program is offered to businesses, managers, and employees at zero cost as a benefit of your membership.
TRAINING OVERVIEW:
Human Resources training is a 12 week program that will start on Wednesday September 29, 2021 and take place once per week every WEDNESDAY from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.
These training sessions are in high demand with our members. Please consider your schedule beforehand and only register if you are 100% committed to fully participating in this training. This is a 40 hour course and you will be required to participate in 80% of the sessions in order to receive the certificate.
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This training is for members only. Future members interested in joining, please contact Cindy Mann, Membership Sales Manager: cindy@halifaxchamber.com
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There are only 12 spaces available for this session – if the session is full, please add yourself to the waitlist, you will be contacted only if a spot opens up.
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We are limiting this training to 1 employee representative per membership in order to allow more members the opportunity to participate.
TRAINING TIMELINE:
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Once the training session is full, you will be contacted with the required forms (Participant Agreement and Service Registration Intake Form) which must be completed in full and returned by the specified date or you will lose your spot.
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On the Participant Agreement you will be required to include deposit information. You will only be charged for the $100 deposit if you miss more than 80% of the sessions.
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Once you return your forms, your contact information will be provided to your trainer and they will contact you to complete an Individual Needs Assessment to ensure this training is the right fit for you and your business.
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Your trainer will then become your point of contact for the training and they will provide you with the information on how to join the sessions each week.
PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS:
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The program must be taken on a computer, laptop, or tablet, no phones.
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Participants must have an Internet connection, hardwired preferred vs wi-fi, high speed no dial up.
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Headset or earbuds and must have a webcam. If no webcam, in-laptop video participation is a requirement.
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Participants must display video; required to ensure the connection to the instructor and other participants.
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A quiet place to focus is required, free of distractions.
*The above are critically important not only for the success of individual participants but also the success of the entire group.
HUMAN RESOURCES TRAINING
Human Resource knowledge is the foundation for creating healthy and profitable workplaces. Good HR practices are required to create environments where employees are committed to the business success and are motivated to provide excellent customer service.
It is critical to stay up to date as our workplaces and employee expectations evolve. The current health crisis highlights the need to assess HR knowledge and the effectiveness of practices. Make no mistake, the way employees are treated before, during and after the crisis will have lasting impacts on business results.
In this course you will learn how to implement an HR structure and the content will be customize to address our current reality. The training will provide you with the tools and confidence to handle common workplace situations such as hiring the right people, meeting legal obligations, engaging employees, dealing with performance issues and when necessary ending employment.
Course topics include:
- Supporting employees during a crisis
- Managing remote teams
- COVID-19 layoff, rehires and terminations
- Accommodating employees (Child care, health concerns)
- Mental Health
- Protecting employees with new safety protocols
- Successful Hiring
- Performance Management
- Labour Standards Legislation
- Employee Handbook Policies
- Respectful Workplaces
- Rewards and Recognition
ABOUT THE TRAINER:
Genevieve MacInnis
Genevieve MacInnis has 20 years of Human Resources experience working with mid-sized Canadian companies and large multinationals in both unionized and non-unionized environments.
She achieved her Certified Human Resources Professional designation in 2006 and has multiple certificates in Adult Education. Genevieve has delivered over 1500 hours of HR, Leadership, Communication and Conflict Resolution training.
Genevieve is the founder of Inspired Change Consulting, providing services in the areas of Employee Engagement, Leadership Development and Implementing Change.
Date and Time
Wednesday Sep 29, 2021
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM ADT
Starting Wednesday September 29, 2021
12 Week Course
9:00 am - 12:00 pm every WEDNESDAY
Location
ONLINE VIA ZOOM
Fees/Admission
FREE FOR MEMBERS ONLY
$100 Deposit information is required (only to be charged if you miss more than 80% of the sessions)
Contact Information
Sandra Thomson, Event Coordinator
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