LTC offers seminars on human resources
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
9/7/2011
CLEVELAND, WI –
Lakeshore Technical College will kick off a series of seminars on human resources issues Sept. 26 with a session on preventing harassment in the workplace.
“HR Essentials – Legal, Behavioral, and Employment Issues,” also will feature seminars on employment law, behavioral-based interviewing, and leaves of absence. Linda Johanek, certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources, will conduct the seminars. She has more than 15 years of human resources experience and has trained leaders on a variety of topics.
The four-hour seminars are $49 for each session; all will be held in the Sheboygan County Training Room, Lakeshore Building, on LTC’s Cleveland campus.
Harassment Prevention
Every leader and business owner should understand what constitutes harassment in today’s work environment, how to address and respond to harassment complaints, and most importantly, how to prevent harassment to begin with. “Harassment Prevention” will define, identify, and discuss various types of harassment (sexual, racial, color, religious, age) and the relevant laws. The seminar will take place from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 26. Refer to class No. 67347.
Employment Law Overview
This session will provide an overview of the alphabet soup that is employment law. Participants will learn the latest information on the most pertinent employment laws and topics that every manager should be aware of. Tips for effective documentation will also be covered. “Employment Law Overview” will take place from 8 a.m. to noon Oct. 5. Refer to class No. 67348.
Behavioral Based Interviewing
Learn how to conduct more successful interviews, using a structured approach. Behavioral-based interviewing is based on the premise that the best predictor of future performance is past behavior. Learn how to design interview questions based on job-related criteria while minimizing interviewer bias. Participants also will learn how to avoid illegal interview questions and questionable hiring practices. The seminar will take place from 8 a.m. to noon Oct. 28. Refer to class No. 67349.
Leave of Absence Overview
Every leader and business owner needs to be familiar with the various leaves of absence available to employees. This session will focus on both state and federal Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provisions, as well as military leave under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). “Leave of Absence Overview” will take place from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Nov. 8. Refer to class No. 67350.
To register for any of the seminars by phone, call 888.GO TO LTC (888-468-6582), ext. 1366, or register online at gotoltc.edu. For questions or detailed information, call Ruth at (920) 693-1167 or email at ruth.semph@gotoltc.edu.
About Lakeshore Technical College
Lakeshore Technical College is a leading provider of technical education offering 100 career programs including associate degrees, technical diplomas, technical certificates, and apprenticeship programs. In addition, LTC offers distance learning, customized training to business and industry, and continuing educational opportunities.
Serving a 200,500-resident population in east central Wisconsin, LTC operates a main campus in Cleveland; additional learning sites at LTC Manitowoc and LTC Sheboygan; Community Education Centers at area high schools in Kiel, Mishicot, Plymouth, Random Lake, Reedsville, and Two Rivers; and 27 distance learning sites. LTC’s mission is to enrich lives and strengthen the economy by preparing a workforce that is skilled, diverse and flexible. On average, 79% of LTC graduates work in the LTC District which includes Manitowoc and Sheboygan Counties, and parts of Calumet and Ozaukee Counties. Visit LTC at: gotoltc.edu.
