Course Catalog

Learn how to recognize on-the-job indicators of substance abuse and what constitutes reasonable suspicion and next steps.

Join us for a combined training of Active Assailant and Stop the Bleed and become better prepared for an emergency situation.

Enhance your ability to foster inclusivity, build trust, and become an effective ally in your personal and professional life.

Please note, this course is hosted by the City of Madison Police Department. This course page serves as an additional channel for folks within the City to learn about and register for this offering that's separate from the typical Human Resources -…

You’ll learn the basics of verbal de-escalation to give you confidence when dealing with difficult people.

Build awareness on how bias, both explicit and implicit, can impact hiring decisions.

We'll discuss LGBTQ+ inclusion, how to create welcoming environments, discuss institutional inequity, and how to create systemic change.

Family Medical Leave can be a topic that even the most adept supervisor struggles with. This course will provide a background on FMLA, eligibility information, how FMLA is used, and Supervisor responsibilities.Presented by: Brittney Hayes and Tory…

In this course, you will learn specific strategies in using language that’s inclusive and respectful of people of all genders.

This two-part series will help you move from fear to finesse when giving and receiving feedback. This course page is for Part 1 registration.

This two-part series will help you move from fear to finesse when giving and receiving feedback. This course page is for Part 2 registration.

In this course, we'll define what is confidential information, discuss the legalities of confidentiality, and outline best practices.

Join our Human Resources team as they share best practices for talent planning, writing clear position descriptions, and moving through the hiring and recruitment process.

Public sector investigations can present unique challenges. This course provides managers and supervisors with the knowledge base needed to conduct investigations with a focus on the investigative interview. We will use scenario-based discussions,…

Learn practical tools to plan and run better meetings.

Enhance your decision-making skills as a leader with our interactive course which focuses on building empathy, planning, and effectively engaging people for successful and impactful outcomes.

The Zoom language interpretation feature is complex and requires a lot of steps before and during a meeting to operate successfully. During this training, we’ll go over how to:Add simultaneous and sign language interpretation to specific…

Managing performance can be one of the most difficult aspects of supervision. It relies on us to tap into our:Interpersonal SkillsKnowledge about Learning StylesAnd to Balance that with our own Technical Competency.We want our employees to feel…

This course is for Supervisors/Managers to better understand the drug and alcohol testing process, how to spot issues and address concerns.

Understand your role as a Mandatory Reporter in creating a harassment- and discrimination-free environment at the City of Madison.

This is a two-part training for committee staff, provided by Information Technology. Learn how to manage meetings in the Meeting Schedule, and facilitate virtual committee meetings.

Build your supervisory knowledge about accommodations and learn creative ways to make your workplace more inclusive.

Take your communication beyond compliance by incorporating plain language into your writing.

Known as APM 3-5, the City's Prohibited Harassment & Discrimination Policy covers expectations for creating a discrimination-free workplace.

Join us to learn more about critical incidents, how they present in the workplace, normal reactions your employees may experience, and your role as a supervisor.

Designed for those 1-5 years from retirement, this series is hosted by HR and presented by ETF, HR staff, Precision Retirement Group, Capital Group, Mission Square, and EAP.

Learn how to use color, design, and storytelling to make graphs that stand out.

Explore components of mental health and will practice skills to assist with emotional regulation and balance.

Learn about suicide warning signs, protective and risk factors, how to have a conversation about this topic in ways that minimize potential for harm, and how to apply the learning within a workplace setting.

Set yourself up for success by aligning your actions with organizational values, analyzing your team using the STARS framework, get connected with resources, and foster situational mindfulness for impactful and supportive management.

This course is for supervisors who want to learn how to better support your LGBTQ+ staff. In this course you'll review:Tips and insights into how to foster an inclusive work environmentYour responsibilities as a supervisor to your LGBTQ+…

Join The Collective, a collaborative space for knowledge sharing, skill-building, and connecting with leaders across the organization.

Join us for a deep dive into what it means to live trauma-informed. We will explore the impact of trauma on a personal level and how it shows up in the workplace. We will provide you with skills to navigate this in the workplace by learning more…

Do you have a check-in with your employee or supervisor coming up, and want to get a good overview on how the process works? Join us!

This practical workshop empowers leaders to apply VBL principles effectively through interactive exercises and role-playing.

Elevate your leadership with our Values-Based Leadership course by fostering self-reflection, balance, confidence, and humility.

Elevate your leadership with 'You've Been Promoted,' a course that expands your toolkit, shifts mindsets, and readies you to lead at the next level.