Connecticut State Employee Training Program

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 & Wednesdays, April 7-16, 2025
• Time: 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
• Instructor: John Hilditch, MS
• Location: Manchester
• Class Hours: 12
• Modality: Online (Live/Remote)
• Cost: $325

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

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

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

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

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

• 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

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, MCJ
• College: Manchester
• Max Enrollment: 20
• Modality: On-campus (SSC Room L240)
• Cost: $150 (+$10 for certification card)

Prerequisite: Intro to Grant Writing course or grant writing experience.

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

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
• 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Instructor: Margaret DeMarino
• Max Enrollment: 20
• Asnuntuck, Online

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

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

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

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

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

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: TBD
• 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

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

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

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

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

The workforce now includes up to seven generations, each shaped by unique cultural and historical experiences. This course helps leaders understand generational differences, assess leadership challenges, and develop strategies for managing, motivating, and communicating effectively with diverse teams. Participants will leave with a personalized leadership roadmap.

• CRN: NV-TBD
• Date: Wednesday, June 4, 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

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

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

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

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, MS, MBA
• Location: CT State Manchester
• Class Hours: 6
• Enrollment Max: 20
• Modality: Online - (Live/Remote)
• Cost: $145

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, MS, MBA
• Location: CT State Manchester
• Class Hours: 6
• Modality: Online (Live Remote)
• Cost: $145

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, MS, MBA
• College: Manchester
• Modality: Online (Live/Remote)
• Cost: $145

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, MS, MBA
• College: Manchester
• Modality: Online (Live/Remote)
• Cost: $145

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, April 25 and May 9, 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

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, MS, MBA
• College: Manchester
• Modality: Online (Live/Remote)
• Cost: $145

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

This course explores leadership challenges and strategies from a female perspective, encouraging personal and professional growth in leadership roles.

• CRN: TBD
• 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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: TBD
• Date: Monday, June 2, 2025
• Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
• Location: CT State Asnuntuck
• Class Hours: 6
• Enrollment Max: 25
• Modality: Online
• Cost: $200

Expanding on PowerPoint Level 1, this course covers advanced design techniques, interactive elements, and collaboration tools.

• CRN: TBD
• Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2025
• Instructor: Shyrel Bauby
• Location: CT State Asnuntuck
• Class Hours: 6
• Enrollment Max: 25
• Modality: Online
• Cost: $200

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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-TBD
• Dates: Wednesdays, April 30-May 7, 2025
• Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Instructor: John Lombardo, MBA
• Location: CT State Manchester (LRC Room B144)
• Class Hours: 12
• Enrollment Max: 20
• Modality: In-Person
• Cost: $299

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

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

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

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

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: TBD
• 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

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

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

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

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

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: Fridays, April 11, 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

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

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: $250

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

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

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

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

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