Professional Development

Elevate Your Career or Empower Your Workforce with Professional Development Opportunities
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Explore offerings below! You can filter below by topic/skill, delivery format, and any associated professional development credits. Additionally, click here to learn about different learning formats.

Fostering Respectful Dialogue in a Divided World

  • Delivery Format: Online
  • Cost: $140
  • Credits: 0.2 CEUs/2.0 SHRM PDCs
  • Start Date: Jun. 19
  • End Date: Jun. 19
  • Meeting Time(s): 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. via Zoom

Course Overview: As tensions rise and opinions clash, the cost of poor communication—missed deadlines, fractured relationships, lost talent—only increases. This workshop gives you the tools to turn difficult conversations into productive ones, helping you build a culture of trust, respect, and mutual understanding.

Fostering Respectful Dialogue in a Divided World

  • Delivery Format: In-Person
  • Cost: $120
  • Credits: 0.2 CEUs/2.0 SHRM PDCs
  • Start Date: May 22
  • End Date: May 22
  • Meeting Time(s): 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Course Overview: As tensions rise and opinions clash, the cost of poor communication—missed deadlines, fractured relationships, lost talent—only increases. This workshop gives you the tools to turn difficult conversations into productive ones, helping you build a culture of trust, respect, and mutual understanding.

Workplace Communication Skills for Better Results

  • Delivery Format: In-Person
  • Cost: $225
  • Credits: 0.8 CEUs
  • Start Date: May 29
  • End Date: Jun. 5
  • Meeting Time(s): Thursdays, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Course Overview: Effective communication is more than just exchanging words—it's the foundation of successful relationships, productive teams, and exceptional customer service. Whether you're managing conflict, engaging with clients, or leading a project, the ability to listen, express yourself clearly, and read nonverbal cues can make all the difference.

Workplace Communication Skills for Better Results

  • Delivery Format: Online
  • Cost: $275
  • Credits: 0.8 CEUs
  • Start Date: Jun. 5
  • End Date: Jun. 26
  • Meeting Time(s): Thursdays, 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Course Overview: Effective communication is more than just exchanging words—it's the foundation of successful relationships, productive teams, and exceptional customer service. Whether you're managing conflict, engaging with clients, or leading a project, the ability to listen, express yourself clearly, and read nonverbal cues can make all the difference.

AI Implementation Strategy

  • Delivery Format: Online, Self-Paced w/Optional Live Sessions
  • Cost: $259/$359
  • Credits: 15 SHRM PDCs
  • Start Date: Jul. 24
  • End Date: Aug. 20
  • Meeting Time(s): Tuesdays, 12 p.m.–1 p.m. via Zoom

Course Overview: Gain a competitive edge with the AI Implementation Strategy Course, a four-week, hands-on program designed to help business leaders and professionals integrate generative AI for real business impact. Earn a digital badge as an AI Implementation Strategist.

AI for Educators

  • Delivery Format: Online, Self-Paced w/Optional Live Sessions
  • Cost: $179/$279
  • Credits: 15 Clock Hours
  • Start Date: Jun. 12
  • End Date: Jul. 9
  • Meeting Time(s): Tuesdays, 12 p.m.–1 p.m.

Course Overview: AI for Educators equips K-12 and higher ed professionals with practical AI skills to enhance teaching, personalize learning, and streamline tasks. Through expert-led instruction, hands-on learning, and real-world case studies, educators will explore AI applications like prompt engineering, lesson automation, and student engagement—online with optional live sessions!

Data Storytelling with GenAI

  • Delivery Format: Live Online via Zoom
  • Cost: $89
  • Credits: 2 SHRM PDCs
  • Start Date: Jul. 17
  • End Date: Jul. 17
  • Meeting Time(s): 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Course Overview: Data is only as powerful as the story it tells. In this interactive 2-hour training, you’ll learn how to use generative AI (GenAI) tools to analyze, visualize, and communicate data-driven insights effectively. Whether you're in manufacturing, education, government, health services, retail, or construction, this session will equip you with practical AI skills to enhance your decision-making and reporting.

WiFAB Training Series

  • Delivery Format: In-Person
  • Cost: Varies by Workshop
  • Credits: College Credit Available
  • West Start Date: Jun. 16
  • East Start Date: Jun. 23
  • Meeting Time(s): 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Course Overview: WiFAB 101, 102, and 103 help educators build fab lab curriculum, teach STEAM concepts, and engage students through hands-on problem-solving. Gain insights on setup, operations, and community connections with pre- and post-workshop support. Western location at UW-Stout, Eastern location at Omro High School.

SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification Exam Prep

  • Delivery Format: Online
  • Cost: $1,195 by Aug. 15
  • Credits: 36 SHRM PDCs
  • Start Date: Sep. 15
  • End Date: Dec. 14
  • Meeting Time(s): Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Course Overview: Our certification preparation course is designed primarily for individuals seeking SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification. Certification is a great choice for HR professionals who want to increase their knowledge and earn recognition from the global community.

Prompt Engineering for Beginners

  • Delivery Format: Online, Self-Paced
  • Cost: $49
  • Credits: n/a
  • Start Date: Start Anytime
  • End Date: Self-Paced
  • Course Access Time: Unlimited

Course Overview: As AI continues to transform industries, knowing how to effectively communicate with AI tools is becoming an essential skill. But where do you start? This beginner-friendly course is designed for professionals who have yet to explore AI but recognize its growing importance in the business world.

Project Management Certificate

  • Delivery Format: Online, Virtual
  • Cost: $1,999
  • Credits: 5.6 CEUs/ 56 CEHs
  • Start Date: Flexible Start
  • End Date: N/A
  • Meeting Time(s): N/A

Course Overview: Don't let your calendar stand in your way. The Frank P. Saladis Certificate in Project Management is an innovative virtual training program designed with your demanding schedule, professional goals, and individual learning style in mind.

Ethics & Boundaries: Understanding Boundary Violations and Addressing Impairment (Concluded)

  • Delivery Format: Live Online via Zoom
  • Cost: n/a
  • Credits: n/a
  • Start Date: Next Date TBD
  • End Date: n/a
  • Meeting Time(s): n/a

Course Overview: In today’s fast-paced and increasingly complex professional environment, maintaining clear ethical boundaries is more important than ever. Ensuring that these boundaries are respected not only protects clients but also safeguards the well-being and integrity of the professional.