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A Mindfulness Guide to Productivity, Peace—and Sleep!
Learn techniques to increase workplace productivity while reducing stress and anxiety. This workshop explores mindfulness strategies, meditation and mental clarity exercises.
CRN: AS-81520 Dates: April 10, 17, 24, 2026 Days: Friday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote) Offered by: CT State Asnuntuck Instructor: Margaret DeMarino Contact Hours/CEUs: 18 hours, 1.8 CEUs 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-81514 Dates: May 6, 13, 20, 2026 Days: Wednesday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote) Offered by: CT State Asnuntuck Instructor: Margaret DeMarino Contact Hours/CEUs: 18 hours, 1.8 CEUs Cost: $480 |
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Applying Sport Psychology to the Workplace
Discover how sport psychology principles boost workplace performance, motivation, and teamwork. Learn strategies for resilience, focus, goal setting, and effective leadership to enhance collaboration and productivity.
CRN: MA-81450 Dates: April 24-May 1, 2026 Days: Fridays Time: 1-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live/Remote) Offered by: CT State Manchester Instructor: Beverly Salzman Contact Hours/CEUs: 6 hours, 0.6 CEUs Cost: $200 |
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Anxiety and Stress Relief for Peak Performance – and Peace!
One in six adults have experienced symptoms of anxiety in the past two weeks. 49% of Americans report frequently feeling stress in their daily life. Learn strategies, exercises, and coping mechanisms to help you reduce your anxiety and stress. This workshop is filled with practical strategies and exercises to help you learn how to live a more meaningful day, reduce anxiety and cope with workplace stress.
CRN: NW-81542 Dates: May 1-15, 2026 Days: Friday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote) Offered by: CT State Northwestern Instructor: Margaret DeMarino Contact Hours/CEUs: 18 hours, 1.8 CEUs Cost: $480 |
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Beginning Grant Writing Workshop
A follow-up to "Introduction to Grant Writing," this course allows students to practice writing a grant using the Connecticut Common Grant Application form. Topics include drafting sections of a grant, peer and instructor reviews and creating a complete draft proposal. Prerequisite: Introduction to Grant Writing or minor experience in grant writing.
CRN: MA-81324 Dates: April 10-17, 2026 Days: Fridays Time: 1-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live/Remote) Offered by: CT State Manchester Instructor: Beverly Salzman Contact Hours/CEUs: 6 hours, 0.6 CEUs Cost: $200 |
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Best Practices of Effective Workplace Writing
To look at the fundamentals of clear business writing, and the role it plays in a state agency. We look at grammar, sentence structure, most common forms of workplace writing, effective body language, the role of AI assistance in writing, team writing and more. This course is interactive and will require a bit of additional work outside of the class hours. Outcomes include improving written content clarity, formatting and proofreading skills. Engaging, helpful and fun!
CRN: NV-81204 Dates: May 13 and 15, 2026 Days: Wednesday and Friday Time: 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Modality/Location: On Ground, Naugatuck Valley Waterbury Campus Tech Hall Rm 646 Offered by: CT State Naugatuck Valley Instructor: Frances Trelease Contact Hours/CEUs: 1.2 Cost: $400 |
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Business Analyst (EBCA Certification)
The course will spend most of the time on enterprise analysis, requirement development, 'use case' development, project lifecycle, meeting coordination, critical thinking, teamwork/collaboration, prioritization, and documentation. Students will learn how to identify business problems, collaborate on solutions, develop specifications (with traceability), and implement. Students will work on a mock run of a project by developing business justification and will work on a PowerPoint presentation including Project Mission, Pros and Cons, High level requirements, Requirement estimations, Project plan, Testing phase and implementation to gain an understanding of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Students will also present the mock run to a panel for project feedback and to understand the project approval and funding components. Course will be a combination of lecture and computer-based training. Speakers may include the following: Business Analysts (BA) in the Waterfall and Agile Domains, Project Managers, Cyber Security BA’s, Data Analytics BA’s, IT Recruiters, and IIBA academics to explain the ECBA application process.
Embedded throughout the course is the ability to analyze data. This is a powerful skill that contributes to better business decision outcomes. Data Analysis is a high demand skill set that is a key component in multiple career paths (including a Business Analyst). Microsoft Excel is one of the top tools for data analysis.
At the conclusion of the course, the content covered will prepare the student to take the ECBA exam. An exam voucher will be included and distributed upon completion.
Prerequisite: Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience Tuition includes an exam voucher. The course is a 48-hour course.
CRN: GW-81086 Dates: March 16-June 3, 2026 Days: Monday and Wednesday Time: 12-2 p.m. Modality/Location: Online Offered by: CT State Gateway Instructor: Belinda McClain Contact Hours/CEUs: TBD Cost: $1,267
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Career Success Builder
This course helps you build the skills and confidence needed to succeed in your career. Learn how to set goals, develop your professional presence and manage your career growth.
CRN: AS-81522 Dates: May 12, 19, 26, 2026 Days: Tuesday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote) Offered by: CT State Asnuntuck Instructor: Margaret DeMarino Contact Hours/CEUs: 18 hours, 1.8 CEUs Cost: $480 |
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Communication Skills a Must
Ever think of the perfect thing to say–when it's too late? Or perhaps you're becoming frustrated with the amount of explanation it takes for others just to get the job done. This certificate program will help you build essential and effective communication skills–whether you're interacting with clients or co-workers virtually, reporting upward, or working as part of an actual or virtual team. You'll learn to manage emotional responses, develop intuition (internal wisdom), create "default language," and enhance your critical thinking skills under stress to position yourself as a true professional.
CRN: AS-TBD Dates: June 10, 17, 24, 2026 Days: Wednesday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote) Offered by: CT State Asnuntuck Instructor: Margaret DeMarino Contact Hours/CEUs: 18 hours, 1.8 CEUs Cost: $480 |
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Decision-Making and Problem-Solving Strategies
Learn simple but effective strategies for effective decision-making and problem-solving. Whether it’s isolating an error in a technical process, finding roadblocks in your own productivity, or dealing with an under-performing employee, this interactive workshop provides the framework for identifying root causes of issues and developing long-term solutions.
CRN: NW-81543 Dates: May 21-28, 2026 Days: Thursday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote) Offered by: CT State Northwestern Instructor: Margaret DeMarino Contact Hours/CEUs: 12 hours, 1.2 CEUs Cost: $350 |
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Effective Negotiations
This course is designed to help you learn how to negotiate effectively by moving away from confrontational thinking and conflict-based negotiating. It includes practice exercises and critiques to help individuals gain the confidence to work with difficult negotiators.
By the end of this session, you 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: NV-81248 Dates: April 23, 2026 Days: Thursday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Zoom) Offered by: CT State Naugatuck Valley Instructor: Amy Blackwood Gillespie Contact Hours/CEUs: 0.6 Cost: $210 |
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Emotional Intelligence
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-TBD Dates: June 15, 22, 29, 2026 Days: Monday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote) Offered by: CT State Asnuntuck Instructor: Margaret DeMarino Contact Hours/CEUs: 18 hours, 1.8 CEUs Cost: $480 |
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Grant Writing Basic and Advanced
BASIC: This course works to build an understanding of the politics, terminology and processes of effective grant writing. It provides a road map to successful grant applications, but only briefly mentions state and federal grants, focusing more on private and foundation grant funding.
By the end of this session, participants will:
- Recognize grant terminology
- Discuss the difference between grant writing and fundraising
- Review the determinants of project fundability
- Search for sources of grant funding and efficient grant research
- Review and practice effective proposal development
- Discuss how to cultivate potential grant funders
- Review the difference between goals, objectives and outcomes
- Practice the basic components of grant proposals
- Review best practices for grant writers
ADVANCED: This course builds on the materials presented in Grant Writing for Beginners. It is designed to be the next stage for those looking to apply for state and federal grants. The course covers the online systems that one must navigate to find, research and successfully apply for state and federal grant funding.
By the end of the session, the participants will be able to:
- Review grant writing basics
- Discuss acronyms and terminology
- Discuss nonprofit funding sources
- Assess whether you have the fundamental pieces in place to begin searching for grants
- Review types of Federal grants
- Discuss reasons/conditions for applying for grants
- Practice working with various state and federal online grant systems
- Review planning your proposal
- Discuss criteria and rules
CRN: NV-81244 Dates: March 19 and 20, 2026 Days: Thursday and Friday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Live Virtual / Zoom platform Offered by: CT State Naugatuck Valley Campus Instructor: Amy Blackwood Gillespie Contact Hours/CEUs: 1.2 Cost: $399 |
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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-81517 Dates: March 20, 27, 2026 Days: Friday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote) Offered by: CT State Asnuntuck Instructor: Margaret DeMarino Contact Hours/CEUs: 12 hours, 1.2 CEUs Cost: $480
CRN: TBD Dates: June 1, 8, 2026 Days: Monday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote) Offered by: CT State Asnuntuck Instructor: Margaret DeMarino Contact Hours/CEUs: 12 hours, 1.2 CEUs Cost: $480 |
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Introduction to Grant Writing
This course covers key strategies for writing effective grant proposals. Topics include the Connecticut Common Grant Application form, project descriptions, budgeting, research methods and meeting funders. Students will also learn how to cope with rejection and utilize Online (Live Remote) resources for grant writing.
CRN: MA-81323 Dates: March 20-27, 2026 Days: Fridays Time: 1-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live/Remote) Offered by: CT State Manchester Instructor: Beverly Salzman Contact Hours/CEUs: 6 hours, 0.6 CEUs Cost: $200 |
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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-81501 Dates: March 19, 26, and April 2, 2026 Days: Thursday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote) Offered by: CT State Asnuntuck Instructor: Margaret DeMarino Contact Hours/CEUs: 18 hours, 1.8 CEUs Cost: $480 |
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Neuroplasticity: Train the Brain for Better Performance
Neuroplasticity is the concept that the brain is plastic and capable of change. Your brain is designed to learn, grow and rewire itself throughout life. The key is using your brain's neuroplasticity to create new habits that enhance the quality of your professional and personal life. You can activate your brain's "delete button" to change your unwanted behavior, thinking and emotions. This highly interactive workshop teaches the ten fundamentals of neuroplasticity to help rewire your brain for success.
CRN: AS-81512 Dates: April 30, May 7, 14, 2026 Days: Thursday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote) Offered by: CT State Asnuntuck Instructor: Margaret DeMarino Contact Hours/CEUs: 18 hours, 1.8 CEUs Cost: $480 |
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OSHA 10
This self-paced OSHA 10 course is designed to provide workers in various industries—including healthcare, electrical, manufacturing and warehouse settings—with essential safety training. It covers general industry hazards (excluding construction-only jobs). Upon passing the final assessment, participants will receive an OSHA-10 national certification.
CRN: GW-TBD Dates: March 2-16, 2026 Days: Self-Paced (with an initial Online (Live Remote) WebEx meeting on March 2 at 9 a.m.) Time: Self-Paced Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote/Self-Paced) Offered by: CT State Gateway Instructor: Pam Walsh Contact Hour/CEU: 10 hours, 1.0 CEUS Cost: $267 |
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Positivity and Stress Reduction in the Workplace
Foster a positive work environment and learn strategies to manage stress effectively. Learning outcomes include understanding the impact of positivity on productivity and morale, learning stress management techniques and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
CRN: 80045 Dates: June 9, 2026 Days: Tuesday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: In-Person-Naugatuck Valley Waterbury Campus (Technology Hall), Room T641 Offered by: CT State Naugatuck Valley Instructor: Frances Trelease Contact Hours/CEUs: 6 hours, .6 CEUs Cost: $275 |
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Recharge and Renew: A Guide to Growth and Mental Health
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-81523 Dates: May 22, 29, and June 5, 2026 Days: Friday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote) Offered by: CT State Asnuntuck Instructor: Margaret DeMarino Contact Hours/CEUs: 18 hours, 1.8 CEUs Cost: $480 |
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Technical Writing
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- 81518 Dates: March 23, 30, and April 6, 2026 Days: Monday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote) Offered by: CT State Asnuntuck Instructor: Margaret DeMarino Contact Hours/CEUs: 18 hours, 1.8 CEUs Cost: $480 |
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Time Management Tips, Tricks and Take-Aways
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-81513 Dates: March 24, 31, and April 7, 2026 Days: Tuesday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote) Offered by: CT State Asnuntuck Instructor: Margaret DeMarino Contact Hours/CEUs: 18 hours, 1.8 CEUs Cost: $480 |
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Virtual and In-Person Presentation Skills
Master the art of presenting both virtually and in person. Learn techniques to engage audiences, create effective presentations and communicate your ideas clearly.
CRN: NW-80729 Dates: March 6-13, 2026 Days: Friday Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Modality/Location: Online (Live Remote) Offered by: CT State Northwestern Instructor: Margaret DeMarino Contact Hours/CEUs: 12 hours, 1.2 CEUs Cost: $350 |
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