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2025-03-05
The Connecticut State Employee Training Program supports your professional growth and development as a state employee with high-quality courses and diverse training opportunities through CT State Community College. This program is offered in both the spring and fall with a mix of online and in-person courses.
The Connecticut State Employee Training Program invites participation from all state agencies and employees at every level, whether you are a seasoned participant or new to the program. This initiative is dedicated to fostering a skilled, knowledgeable and dynamic workforce across the state. CT State courses are listed below. The Connecticut State Employee Training Program offers courses also available at Southern CT State University
Through these programs, you may engage in training that focuses on:
Essential Business Skills
Develop core competencies crucial for day-to-day operations and organizational success.
Leadership Development
Cultivate leadership skills to effectively manage teams and drive performance.
Technological Advancements
Gain proficiency in the latest technologies to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape
Trade Skills Upskilling
Enhance technical abilities and stay updated with industry standards
This program ensures cost-effective, accessible training designed to help you meet your agency goals efficiently while delivering high levels of customer service. Many courses are offered online, providing flexibility and convenience without the need to travel to a campus.
Spring 2025 Course Offerings
If you are a State employee who would like to register for training at CT State Community College using funding from your agency, please see your Training Approval Officer (TAO) to complete the required paperwork.
If you are a State employee who would like to register for training at CT State Community College using a charge card for private pay or later reimbursement from your union, etc., please contact one of the coordinators below and the class you would like to register.
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PDF Files, Formats and Forms
Create Adobe PDF files from Word, Excel, emails or web pages while maintaining formatting and fonts. Use a variety of tools to edit, combine pages, place graphics, import and export content, and assign security. Create electronic forms for easy, secure distribution, collaboration and data collection. Create interactive text fields, check boxes, drop-down menus and more.
- CRN: MA-81807
- Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, April 7-16, 2025
- Time: 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: John Hilditch
- Location: Manchester
- Class Hours: 12
- Modality: Online (Live/Remote)
- Cost: $325
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AI Essay Writing (for Teachers)
This session explores how AI tools like ChatGPT can assist teachers in generating essay prompts, evaluating writing, and enhancing lesson planning.
- CRN: MA-81752
- Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025
- Time: 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
- Instructor: Peter Marotto
- Location: CT State Manchester
- Class Hours: 2
- Max Enrollment: 20
- Modality: Online – Live/Remote
- Cost: $60
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AI and Copilot (Microsoft AI Tool)
This course introduces AI from a practical perspective, with a focus on Microsoft Copilot and its workplace applications. Topics include AI fundamentals, automation, and real-world use cases for productivity enhancement. No coding is required; participants will need access to a Microsoft browser (e.g., Edge).
- CRN: NV-TBD
- Date: Wednesday, June 11, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Juan de la Rosa
- Location: CT State Naugatuck Valley
- Class Hours: 6
- Max Enrollment: 20
- Modality: Virtual
- Cost: $210
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Introduction to AI for Writing and Productivity
Learn how AI can enhance workplace productivity and writing skills. Experiment with AI tools and effective prompt engineering techniques.
- CRN: AS-81689
- Dates: Tuesdays, April 8 and 15, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 12
- Max Enrollment: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $360
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AI Essay Writing (for Teachers)
This session explores how AI tools like ChatGPT can assist teachers in generating essay prompts, evaluating writing, and enhancing lesson planning.
- CRN: MA-81752
- Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025
- Time: 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
- Instructor: Peter Marotto
- Location: CT State Manchester
- Class Hours: 2
- Max Enrollment: 20
- Modality: Online – Live/Remote
- Cost: $60
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AI and Copilot (Microsoft AI Tool)
This course introduces AI from a practical perspective, with a focus on Microsoft Copilot and its workplace applications. Topics include AI fundamentals, automation, and real-world use cases for productivity enhancement. No coding is required; participants will need access to a Microsoft browser (e.g., Edge).
- CRN: 80116
- Date: Wednesday, June 11, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Juan de la Rosa
- Location: CT State Naugatuck Valley
- Class Hours: 6
- Max Enrollment: 20
- Modality: Virtual
- Cost: $210
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- CRN: MA-81683
- Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
- Class Hours: 6
- Instructor: Beverly Salzman
- College: Manchester
- Max Enrollment: 20
- Modality: Online – Live/Remote
- Cost: $145
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ASHI-certified course covering first aid, CPR, AED, and Narcan use for adults, children, and infants. Includes response to strokes, heart attacks, allergic reactions, and other emergencies.
- CRN: MA-81333
- Date: Friday, April 25, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Class Hours: 8
- Instructor: Richard Siena
- College: Manchester
- Max Enrollment: 20
- Modality: On-campus (SSC Room L240)
- Cost: $150 (+$10 for certification card)
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This course prepares students for the ECBA® certification exam by covering business analysis, project lifecycle, requirements development, and data analysis using Microsoft Excel. Includes an exam voucher.
- CRN: GW-81282
- Dates: March 17-June 2, 2025 (Monday and Wednesday)
- Time: 12-2 p.m.
- Class Hours: 48
- Instructor: Belinda McClain
- College: Gateway
- Max Enrollment: 8
- Modality: Remote Online
- Cost: $1,267
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In this exhilarating workshop you will be guided into defining your career goals and developing self-coaching skills to turn career aspirations into reality. Unlock your potential to soar through change and challenges, whether you're confused about the road ahead, navigating the waters of hybrid work or conquering new professional territories.
- CRN 8174
- Thursdays, May 22, May 29, and June 5
- 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Max Enrollment: 20
- Asnuntuck, Online
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Learn to write accurate, objective, and legally compliant case notes. The course covers documentation best practices and professional standards.
- CRN: 81794
- Date: Tuesday, April 1, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 6
- Instructor: Frances Trelease
- College: Naugatuck Valley
- Max Enrollment: 25
- Modality: Virtual
- Cost: $210
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This exam preparation course is designed for IT security practitioners, auditors, consultants, investigators, or instructors, including network or security analysts and engineers, network administrators, information security specialists, and risk management professionals who are preparing to take the CISSP exam. Prerequisites: Certifications in Network+ or Security+ or equivalent professional experience. Recommended: students having one or more of the following security-related or technology-related certifications or equivalent industry experience: MCSE, MCTS, MCITP, SCNP, CCNP, RHCE, LCE, CNE, SSCP, GIAO, CISA or CISM.
- CRN: MA-81753
- Dates: Monday-Friday, March 17-21, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Class Hours: 35
- Instructor: Jayson Ferron
- College: Manchester
- Max Enrollment: 20
- Modality: Online – Live/Remote
- Cost: $1,000
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Communication Skills a Must
This interactive certificate program helps participants develop leadership skills to enhance workplace relationships and professional productivity. The focus includes self-growth, ethics, communication, team-building, and change management.
- CRN: AS-81698
- Dates: Wednesdays, April 9, 2025-April 23, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 12
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $480
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A Mindfulness Guide to Productivity, Peace, and Sleep!
Research shows that people spend almost 47 percent of their waking hours thinking about something other than what they are doing. Blending time management and mindfulness strategies, this workshop will help you increase peace and productivity throughout your working day, and sleep better at night! As you become more aware of your energy levels, peak creative periods, and mood, you will be able to function in a more meaningful and aware way This workshop will help you switch off the anxiety and autopilot and turn on your ability to be connected and mindful.
- CRN: AS-81712
- Dates: Wednesdays, April 25, May 2, May 9
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 18
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $480
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Always Know the Right Thing to Say
This workshop equips participants with strategies to enhance workplace communication, enabling them to respond effectively in professional situations. Learn key phrases, assertiveness techniques, and conflict resolution methods.
- CRN: AS-81691
- Dates: Thursdays, April 10, 2025-April 24, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: CT State Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 12
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $480
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Communication for Introverts and Ambiverts
Designed for those who find social situations draining, this workshop teaches strategies to improve communication and presentation skills while staying authentic to your introverted or ambiverted nature.
- CRN: AS-80259
- Dates: Mondays, June 2-16, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 18
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $480
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Level Up Your Customer Service Skills
This course will teach you how to provide exceptional customer service, with practical tools for handling customer needs, resolving issues, and exceeding expectations.
- CRN: AS-81700
- Dates: Thursdays, May 1, 2025-May 15, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 18
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $480
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The New Customer Service Essentials
This course explores the evolving landscape of customer service, focusing on communication techniques, body language, persuasion, and stress management. Participants will develop service standards and create action plans to enhance customer interactions.
- CRN: NV-81681
- Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Wally Kostrzewa
- Location: CT State Naugatuck Valley
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 35
- Modality: In-Person
- Cost: $210
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This intensive course covers the latest version of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), focusing on risk assessment, threat mitigation, and security best practices for organizations. Participants will learn how to implement security measures aligned with industry standards.
- CRN: MA-81769
- Dates: April 14-April 17, 2025
- Days: Monday-Thursday
- Time: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Instructor: Jayson Ferron
- Location: CT State Manchester
- Class Hours: 28
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online – Live/Remote
- Cost: $975
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This one-day course teaches techniques for de-escalating tense situations in the workplace. Participants will learn strategies to diffuse conflicts, communicate effectively under stress, and maintain a safe environment.
- CRN: GW-81013
- Date: Friday, April 11, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Rick Siena
- Location: CT State Gateway
- Class Hours: 7
- Enrollment Max: 18
- Modality: In-Person
- Cost: $199
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This course is designed to help individuals learn how to negotiate effectively by moving away from confrontational thinking and conflict-based negotiating. It includes practice exercises and critique to help individuals gain the confidence to work with difficult negotiators.
By the end of this session, participants will:
- Define negotiation
- Discuss I Win-You Lose negotiations
- Review Win-Win Negotiations
- Review the 3 Ps and the Big L
- Work on building effective proposals
- Gain tips for dealing with difficult negotiators
- Discuss negotiating from weakness
- Review how to unlock deadlocks
- Work on building relationships
- Negotiate from a position of nice
- Practice using negotiation skills
- CRN: 81674
- Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Amy Gillespie
- Location: CT State Naugatuck Valley
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 40
- Modality: Virtual
- Cost: $210
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Learn to craft clear and professional business documents, including emails, reports, and proposals, with a focus on digital communication strategies.
- CRN: NV-81676
- Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 6
- Instructor: Frances Trelease
- College: Naugatuck Valley
- Max Enrollment: 25
- Modality: On-campus (Waterbury Founders 122)
- Cost: $210
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Explore emotional intelligence concepts and practices to improve self-awareness, empathy, and relationships in the workplace. Learn to enhance your emotional intelligence for personal and professional growth.
- CRN: AS-81693
- Dates: Tuesdays, April 29, 2025-May 13, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 18
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $480
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This hands-on course provides training in ethical hacking techniques used by cybersecurity professionals to test and strengthen network security. Topics include penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and system exploits.
- CRN: MA-81754
- Dates: April 7-April 11, 2025
- Days: Monday-Friday
- Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Instructor: Jayson Ferron
- Location: CT State Manchester
- Class Hours: 35
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online – Live/Remote
- Cost: $1,075
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Non-Profit Special Event Fundraising (Online-Live/Remote)
Learn how to plan and execute successful non-profit fundraising events. Topics include event types, sponsorships, budgeting, volunteer management, marketing, ticket sales, and post-event evaluation.
- CRN: MA-81682
- Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (30-minute break)
- Instructor: Beverly Salzman
- Location: CT State Manchester
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online - (Live/Remote)
- Cost: $145
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Annual Giving, Major Gifts, and Corporate Giving (Online – Live/Remote)
Learn key fundraising strategies for annual giving campaigns, major gifts, and corporate giving. Topics include donor cultivation, storytelling, board involvement, capital campaign planning, and marketing materials.
- CRN: MA-81683
- Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (30-minute break)
- Instructor: Beverly Salzman
- Location: CT State Manchester
- Class Hours: 6
- Modality: Online (Live Remote)
- Cost: $145
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Introduction to Grant Writing (Online–Live/Remote)
Learn how to write effective grant proposals, conduct research, and navigate the Connecticut Common Grant Application. Covers cover letters, project descriptions, budgets, and funder cultivation.
- CRN: MA-81341
- Dates: Fridays, March 7-14, 2025
- Time: 1-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 6
- Instructor: Beverly Salzman
- College: Manchester
- Modality: Online (Live/Remote)
- Cost: $145
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Beginning Grant Writing Workshop (Online–Live/Remote)
A hands-on workshop for drafting a grant proposal using the Connecticut Common Grant Application. Includes peer and instructor feedback.
- CRN: MA-81342
- Dates: Fridays, March 21-28, 2025
- Time: 1-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 6
- Instructor: Beverly Salzman
- College: Manchester
- Modality: Online (Live/Remote)
- Cost: $145
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Grant Writing Part 1 and 2
Covers the fundamentals of grant writing and advanced strategies for state and federal grants. Learn to research funding sources, craft proposals, and navigate online grant systems.
- CRN: NV-81680
- Dates: Fridays, June 13 and June 20, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Instructor: Amy Gillespie
- Location: CT State Naugatuck Valley
- Class Hours: 12
- Enrollment Max: 40
- Modality: Virtual
- Cost: $399
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Covers foundational skills for entry-level human service positions, including case management, client relationships, confidentiality, cultural competence, and communication.
- CRN: MA-81684
- Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (30-minute break)
- Class Hours: 6
- Instructor: Beverly Salzman
- College: Manchester
- Modality: Online (Live/Remote)
- Cost: $145
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If you're new to strategic planning or it's been a while since your last plan, this course will help you build a solid foundation. Participants will explore planning frameworks, SWOT analysis, goal-setting, accountability structures, and implementation strategies. Templates and sample plans will be provided to assist in developing a customized strategic plan.
- CRN: 80115
- Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Wally Kostrzewa
- Location: CT State Naugatuck Valley
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 35
- Modality: In-Person
- Cost: $210
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Everyday Leadership
Learn practical leadership skills that can be applied in the workplace. Topics include advanced listening skills, motivation techniques, and leadership best practices based on insights from legendary business leaders.
- CRN: AS-81696
- Dates: Wednesdays, March 19, March 26 and April 2, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 21
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- College: Asnuntuck
- Max Enrollment: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $480
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Effective Leadership Techniques for Women’s Leadership Part II
This session builds on skills from Part I, focusing on leadership development for women. Topics include Lean In Circles, workplace statistics, financial well-being, and personal empowerment strategies.
- CRN: NV-81701
- Date: Friday, March 21, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Contact Hours: 6
- Instructor: Amy Gillespie
- College: Naugatuck Valley
- Max Enrollment: 40
- Modality: Virtual
- Cost: $210
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Listen and Lead
You may hear well, but do you listen well? Workplace distractions and unconscious biases can impact leadership effectiveness. This course helps participants develop better listening skills, covering topics such as body language, red flag words, virtual meetings, and dealing with difficult people. A personalized action plan will be created to enhance listening and leadership abilities.
- CRN: NV-81677
- Date: April 29, 2025
- Day: Tuesday
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Wally Kostrzewa
- Location: CT State Naugatuck Valley
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 35
- Modality: In-Person
- Cost: $210
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Leading Together: Best Practices in State Government
Examine leadership strategies for state government employees, focusing on collaboration and best practices for effective public service.
- CRN: AS-81713
- Dates: April 30, 2025-May 14, 2025
- Days: Wednesday
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 18
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $480
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Women in Leadership
This course explores leadership challenges and strategies from a female perspective, encouraging personal and professional growth in leadership roles.
- CRN: AS-80258
- Dates: June 6, 2025-June 20, 2025
- Days: Friday
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 18
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $480
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Leading Your Multi-Generation Team
Beginning this year with the birth of Generation Beta, the world has seven generations, most of whom are in the workforce. Generations are shaped by major events, technologies, and social transformations. During their respective decades they lived common cultural, social and historical movements. These experiences influenced the beliefs and attitudes they bring into the workplace. How will you lead these multiple generations?
You will identify your connections to each generation, consider how the generations may perceive you, review your leadership challenges, and decide the leadership approaches for each generation that work better for you.
Leading Your Multi-generation Team includes these multi-generational topics: differences and similarities, work traits, unique interest and needs, harmful stereotypes, motivating, retention, professional development, mutual mentorship, change management, communication styles, persuasive language, selling to each cohort, turnoffs, teamwork, meetings, and teleworking.
Registrants will leave with reference materials and a personalized leadership and office roadmap.
- CRN: 80025
- Dates: June 4, 2025
- Times: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Modality : On-ground in Waterbury
- Maximum enrollment: 35
- Instructor: Wally Kostrzewa
- Number of hours for the course: 6
- Cost: $210
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Access Level 1
Introduces Microsoft Access, covering database design, queries, forms, and reports. Suitable for beginners looking to manage data efficiently.
- CRN: MA-81751
- Dates: April 23-30, 2025 (Wednesdays)
- Time: 1-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 6
- Instructor: Matthew Marshall
- College: Manchester
- Max Enrollment: 20
- Modality: Online – Live/Remote
- Cost: $200
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MS Access
This course introduces Microsoft Access, covering database design, table relationships, queries, forms, and report generation.
- CRN: AS-81718
- Date: May 28, 2025
- Day: Wednesday
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location: CT State Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 25
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $200
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Excel Beginner
This course provides an introduction to Microsoft Excel, covering basic functions, formatting, and spreadsheet navigation. Ideal for beginners looking to improve their spreadsheet skills for personal or professional use.
- CRN: AS-81709
- Date: Wednesday, April 9, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 7
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location/Modality: Online
- Offered by: Asnuntuck
- Max Enrollment: 25
- Cost: $200
- CRN: NW-81728
- Dates: Monday, May 19, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 7
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location/Modality: Online
- Offered by: Northwestern
- Max Enrollment: 25
- Cost: $200
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Excel Advanced
Designed for experienced users, this course covers advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables, data analysis tools, and macros. Participants will gain skills to enhance efficiency in professional data management.
- CRN: AS-81710
- Dates: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 7
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location/Modality: Online
- Offered by: Asnuntuck
- Max Enrollment: 25
- Cost: $200
- CRN: NW-81727
- Dates: Monday, May 21, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 7
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location/Modality: Online
- Offered by: Northwestern
- Max Enrollment: 25
- Cost: $200
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Excel Level 1
This course introduces fundamental Excel functions, including formatting, formulas, and spreadsheet navigation. Ideal for beginners looking to improve their Excel skills.
- CRN: MA-81773
- Dates: Wednesdays, March 12 – March 19, 2025
- Time: 1-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 6
- Instructor: Matthew Marshall
- College: Manchester
- Max Enrollment: 20
- Modality: Online – Live/Remote
- Cost: $200
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Excel Level 2
Expands on basic Excel skills with topics such as data analysis, advanced formatting, and more complex formulas. Ideal for users with basic Excel knowledge.
- CRN: MA-81771
- Dates: March 26-April 2, 2025 (Wednesdays)
- Time: 1-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 6
- Instructor: Matthew Marshall
- College: Manchester
- Max Enrollment: 20
- Modality: Online – Live/Remote
- Cost: $200
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Excel Level 3
Covers advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables, macros, and data visualization. Ideal for those looking to enhance their Excel expertise.
- CRN: MA-81772
- Dates: Wednesdays, April 9-16, 2025
- Time: 1-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 6
- Instructor: Matthew Marshall
- College: Manchester
- Max Enrollment: 20
- Modality: Online – Live/Remote
- Cost: $200
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Excel Programming with VBA
Learn how to automate tasks in Excel using Visual Basic for Applications (VBA). Topics include macros, debugging, and creating user-defined functions.
- CRN: NW-81774
- Dates: May 12-May 14, 2025
- Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
- Times: 9am-4pm each day
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location: CT State Northwestern - Learning Resource Center (LRC) located in the library, Room - 208
- Class Hours: 18
- Enrollment Max: 25
- Modality: In-Person
- Cost: $480
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MS Forms
Learn how to create and manage surveys, quizzes, and feedback forms using Microsoft Forms for data collection and analysis.
- CRN: MA-81770
- Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025
- Time: 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Matthew Marshall
- Location: CT State Manchester
- Class Hours: 3
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online – Live/Remote
- Cost: $75
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Outlook Introduction
Learn the essential features of Microsoft Outlook, including email management, calendar scheduling, task organization, and contact management for increased productivity.
- CRN: NW-81725
- Date: Wednesday, April 2, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location: CT State Northwestern
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 25
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $200
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PowerPoint Level 1
Learn how to create engaging and professional presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint. This course covers slide layouts, themes, animations, transitions, and best practices for delivering effective presentations.
- CRN: MA-81755
- Dates: Mondays, March 31-April 7, 2025
- Time: 2 p.m.-5 p.m.
- Instructor: Kristin Violette
- Location: CT State Manchester
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online – Live/Remote
- Cost: $200
- CRN: AS-80260
- Date: Monday, June 2, 2025
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location: CT State Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 25
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $200
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PowerPoint Level 2
Expanding on PowerPoint Level 1, this course covers advanced design techniques, interactive elements, and collaboration tools.
- CRN: AS-80263
- Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2025
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location: CT State Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 25
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $200
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Word Level 1
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word, including document formatting, text editing, and basic design features. This course is perfect for those looking to enhance their word processing skills.
- CRN: AS-81707
- Dates: Wednesday, March 19, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 7
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location/Modality: Online
- Offered by: Asnuntuck
- Max Enrollment: 25
- Cost: $200
- CRN: NW-81722
- Dates: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 7
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location/Modality: Online
- Offered by: Northwestern
- Max Enrollment: 25
- Cost: $200
- CRN: MA-81750
- Dates: Thursdays, May 1-May 8, 2025
- Time: 2 p.m.-5 p.m.
- Instructor: Kristin Violette
- Location: Manchester
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online – Live/Remote
- Cost: $200
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Word Level 2
This course builds upon Word Level 1, introducing advanced features such as templates, styles, and document collaboration. Perfect for users looking to enhance document formatting and efficiency.
- CRN: AS-81708
- Dates: Wednesday, March 26, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 7
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location/Modality: Online
- Offered By: Asnuntuck
- Max Enrollment: 25
- Cost: $200
- CRN: AS-81708
- Dates: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 7
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location/Modality: Online
- Offered By: Asnuntuck
- Max Enrollment: 25
- Cost: $200
- CRN: NW-81723
- Dates: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 7
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location/Modality: Online
- Offered By: Northwestern
- Max Enrollment: 25
- Cost: $200
- CRN: MA-81756
- Dates: Thursdays, May 15-May 22, 2025
- Time: 2 p.m.-5 p.m.
- Instructor: Kristin Violette
- Location: Manchester
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online – Live/Remote
- Cost: $200
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This interactive workshop teaches participants how to leverage neuroplasticity to create better habits, improve focus, and enhance productivity. Learn techniques to rewire the brain, use mindfulness tools, and develop a neuroplasticity plan for long-term success.
- CRN: AS-81695
- Dates: Tuesdays, March 18, March 25 and April 1, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 21
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- College: Asnuntuck
- Max Enrollment: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $480
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This self-paced OSHA 10 training covers workplace safety and general industry hazards. Ideal for workers in healthcare, manufacturing, warehouse, and related fields. Upon completion, participants receive an OSHA-10 national certification.
- CRN: GW-81022
- Dates: March 31 – April 11, 2025
- Time: Self-Paced (Orientation on March 31 at 9 a.m. via WebEx)
- Class Hours: 10
- Instructor: Pam Walsh
- College: Gateway
- Max Enrollment: 30
- Modality: Online (Self-Paced)
- Cost: $267
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This 6-hour live virtual course covers budgeting, saving, income sources, retirement plans, and asset management. The course incorporates theory, real-life examples, and hands-on exercises using Microsoft Excel.
- CRN: NV-81679
- Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Juan de la Rosa
- Location: CT State Naugatuck Valley
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 25
- Modality: Virtual
- Cost: $210
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Learn a systematic approach to problem-solving, focusing on identifying root causes of issues in the workplace and developing long-term solutions.
- CRN: TBD
- Dates: Tuesday, June 10-17, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Northwestern
- Class Hours: 12
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $350
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Learn strategies for staying productive and managing stress in high-pressure situations. This workshop focuses on improving time management and mental focus when working under tight deadlines.
- CRN: AS-81711
- Dates: Wednesday, May 21-May 28, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 12
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $350
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Project Management Essentials (On Campus)
Designed for both new and experienced project managers, this course covers key project management concepts including scope determination, leadership, scheduling, budgeting, and project closure. Participants will gain hands-on experience in defining and managing successful projects.
- CRN: MA-81757
- Dates: Wednesdays, April 30-May 7, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: John Lombardo
- Location: CT State Manchester (LRC Room B144)
- Class Hours: 12
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: In-Person
- Cost: $299
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MS Project Management Level 1
This course introduces Microsoft Project Management, teaching students how to create project plans, assign resources, track progress, and generate reports.
- CRN: AS-81715
- Date: Monday, May 5, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location: CT State Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 25
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $200
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MS Project Management Level 2
This course introduces Microsoft Project Management, teaching students how to create project plans, assign resources, track progress, and generate reports.
- CRN: AS-81716
- Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
- Location: CT State Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 25
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $200
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Gain confidence in public speaking by mastering persuasive delivery techniques. This course helps participants improve their presentation skills, verbal and non-verbal communication, and overcome public speaking anxiety.
- CRN: NV-81673
- Dates: May 13 and 15, 2025
- Days: Tuesday and Thursday
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Frances Trelease
- Location: CT State Naugatuck Valley
- Class Hours: 12
- Enrollment Max: 25
- Modality: In-Person
- Cost: $399
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This workshop helps you assess and reset your goals for the remainder of the year, using effective strategies to prioritize and succeed.
- CRN: TBD
- Dates: Thursday, June 12, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Northwestern
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $200
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Focus on mental well-being and personal growth strategies. Learn how to recharge, renew, and foster a healthy mindset for professional and personal success.
- CRN: AS-80262
- Dates: Wednesday, June 4-18, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 18
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $480
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This interactive course teaches Spanish communication skills for workplace interactions, covering greetings, workplace terminology, and cultural differences.
- CRN: NV-81672
- Dates: Wednesdays, April 2, 9, and 16, 2025
- Time: 1-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 9
- Instructor: Juan de la Rosa
- College: Naugatuck Valley
- Max Enrollment: 25
- Modality: Virtual
- Cost: $299
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First Time Supervisor Part 1
This course helps new supervisors transition from employee to management. Topics include team building, conflict resolution, time management, and coaching employees.
- CRN: GW-81000
- Dates: March 20-21, 2025 (Thursday and Friday)
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 12
- Instructor: Tameika Miller
- College: Gateway
- Max Enrollment: 18
- Modality: On-campus (20 Church Street, New Haven, CT)
- Cost: $325
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First Time Supervisor Part 2
A continuation of Part 1, this course focuses on leadership style, employee coaching, team morale, and problem-solving techniques for supervisors.
- CRN: GW-81009
- Dates: May 1-2, 2025 (Thursday & Friday)
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Class Hours: 12
- Instructor: Tameika Miller
- College: Gateway
- Max Enrollment: 18
- Modality: On-campus (20 Church Street, New Haven, CT)
- Cost: $325
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Solving Sticky Supervisory Situations
This workshop explores how to foster excellent communication and interpersonal skills so that you can handle even the toughest incidents with grace, diplomacy, and effectiveness. Learn to manage resistance to change, underperforming employees, hidden agendas, and more.
- CRN: AS-81697
- Dates: Fridays, March 21, 2025-April 4, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: CT State Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 12
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $480
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Managing with Emotional Intelligence
Learn to enhance communication, emotional control, and conflict resolution. Assess and improve emotional intelligence skills to become a more effective manager.
- CRN: NV-81675
- Date: Friday, May 22, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Amy Gillespie
- Location: CT State Naugatuck Valley
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 40
- Modality: Virtual
- Cost: $210
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Supervisor Clinic
This course provides practical solutions for common supervisory challenges, offering strategies for managing performance issues, team motivation, and effective delegation.
- CRN: NW-81702
- Dates: Fridays, April 11, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: CT State Northwestern
- Class Hours: 6
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $200
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Supervising for Success
Develop essential leadership skills to effectively supervise and manage teams in any work environment. This course covers best practices for fostering a productive, respectful workplace.
- CRN: NW-81721
- Dates: Mondays, April 28, 2025-May 5, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Northwestern
- Class Hours: 12
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $360
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The Upward Mobility and Supervisory Skills Toolkit
Gain the skills needed to advance in your career while improving your leadership abilities. This workshop focuses on essential supervisory skills for upward mobility in your professional life.
- CRN: AS-81699
- Dates: Fridays, May 16-May 30, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 18
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $480
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Learn the skills needed for effective technical writing in the workplace. This course covers writing clear, concise, and professional documents such as manuals, instructions, and reports.
- CRN: AS-81717
- Dates: Tuesdays, May 20, 2025-June 3, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 18
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $480
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This workshop will help you increase productivity, manage time stress, and enjoy your workday through proven methods like storyboarding, SWOT analysis, and goal setting.
- CRN: AS-81694
- Dates: Mondays, April 7, 2025-April 21, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: CT State Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 12
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $480
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Master the art of presenting both virtually and in person. Learn techniques to engage audiences, create effective presentations, and communicate your ideas clearly.
- CRN: AS-81692
- Dates: Mondays, May 12, 2025-May 19, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
- Location: Asnuntuck
- Class Hours: 12
- Enrollment Max: 20
- Modality: Online
- Cost: $350
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This one-day training provides participants with essential skills for identifying, preventing, and responding to workplace violence. Topics include threat assessment, de-escalation strategies, and creating a safe work environment.
- CRN: GW-81499
- Date: Fridays, May 16, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Instructor: Rick Siena
- Location: CT State Gateway
- Class Hours: 7
- Enrollment Max: 18
- Modality: In-Person
- Cost: $199
Southern CT State University Courses
The Connecticut State Employee Training Program offers courses at Southern CT State University. The following are courses offered by Southern for the Spring 2025 semester. Clicking on any of these will bring you to the Southern website for more information.
- Artificial Intelligence (AI): I understand, love, hate, and fear it. And so should you. - April 24, 2025
- De-escalation for Frontline Workers - April 2, 2025
- Spanish Language and Culture for Front Line Workers Level I - April 23 and 30, 2025
- Redefining Training with XR (Virtual Reality) Technologies - May 13, 2025
- Spanish Language and Culture for Front Line Workers Level II - May 21 and 28, 2025
- Supervision in a Union Environment - April 22, 2025
- Women’s Leadership Workshop and Resilience Training - April 24, May 1, 8, and 15, 2025
Campus Contacts
Asnuntuck
Gary Carra
Gateway
Pamela Walsh
Manchester
Naugatuck Valley
Cynthia Tolin
Northwestern
Gary Carra
CT State works to ensure that we, as an employer, provide “reasonable accommodations” to employees or applicants unless doing so would cause an “undue hardship.” The term reasonable accommodation generally refers to any change in the work environment or in the way things are customarily done that enables an employee to enjoy equal employment opportunities.