Human Resource Management Firm Offers Education For Professionals

Raleigh, NC -- (SBWire) -- 10/01/2010 -- Bruce Clarke, president and CEO of CAI, Inc. (http://www.capital.org), a human resource management firm that helps organizations maximize employee engagement while minimizing employer liability, has announced the company’s October schedule of training seminars. All will be held at CAI’s Raleigh location at 2900 Highwoods Blvd.

- “Generations: M.E.E.T. for Respect in the Workplace” (Make time to discuss; Explore differences; Encourage respect; and Take personal responsibility) is a one-day program that addresses the complexities of effectively working in a multi-age workforce. This program will take place on Friday, Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/apX4fW.
- “Newly Appointed Supervisor Certification Program” is a two-day program that will help first-time supervisors and managers establish a strong foundation for success. This program will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 5 and Wednesday, Oct. 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/9TWV1s.
- “OSHA 10 Hour Voluntary Compliance Program” is a two-day course that will help attendees avoid the top 10 most cited OSHA violations. This course will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 5 and Wednesday, Oct. 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/bbAvQ3.
- “Essentials of HR Certification Program” is a three-day program designed to improve business processes, and highlight the fundamental regulatory and compliance knowledge needed to protect yourself and your organization. This program will take place on Thursday, Oct. 7, Thursday, Oct. 14, and Thursday, Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/bgCbo2.
- “Creative Problem Solving” is a half-day course that will help attendees discover alternative solutions to problems, and learn how to facilitate creative thinking sessions for their team. This course will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/aVlM3f.
- “PHR/SPHR Study Certification Course – Raleigh Evening Session” is an extensive Professional in Human Resources or Senior Professional in Human Resources certification preparatory program. This program starts on Tuesday, Oct. 12 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/db5oxq.
- “PHR/SPHR Web-Based Certification Study Course” is a web-based extensive Professional in Human Resources or Senior Professional in Human Resources certification preparatory program. This course starts on Tuesday, Oct. 12 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/cjkFuv.
- “Think Like a CEO: Aligning HR with Your Business Strategy” is a half-day session that will examine and develop a novel approach for understanding your organization’s business model through the idea of business concept innovation. This session will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 12 from 1 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/bKzTDv.
- “Total Rewards” is a two-day interactive course that will teach attendees how their organization can create value for their employees in all five elements (compensation, benefits, work-life, performance and recognition, and development and career opportunities) of a total rewards program. This course will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 12 and Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/chWNOc.
- “Leading Productive Meetings” is a half-day program that will help attendees learn the key elements involved in planning a successful meeting. This program will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/c5IcST.
- “Maximizing Performance: The Power of Feedback” is a three-hour interactive session that will teach attendees the skills needed to provide feedback that will maximize employee performance. This course will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/dvUKXG.
- “Communication and Conflict Resolution: Mastering the Key Skills for Working Effectively with Others” is a one-day course that will provide tips and strategies for building productive work relationships. This course will take place on Thursday, Oct. 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/d7hjER.
- “Team Leader Certification Program” (formerly entitled “Lead Worker Certification Program”) is a two-day certification program that will prepare team leaders to perform at a high level. This program will take place on Monday, Oct. 18 and Tuesday, Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/cHsA4n.
- “Building Relationships Using the Myers-Briggs Type Inventory” is a half-day course that will help identify personality “types” using the Myers-Briggs Type Inventory (MBTI), which will provide insight into strengths and weaknesses, enabling attendees to grow as leaders. This course will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/bd0h1V.
- “Building Successful Teams” is a three-hour course for new and experienced managers and supervisors who want to build a team environment and/or would like to help their current team function better. This course will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 20 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/dilofZ.
- “Managing Conflict in the Workplace” is a half-day program that will provide attendees with tools to improve overall customer and business relationships, strategies to more effectively communicate, and tips to handle difficult personalities or situations with ease. This program will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/91uv5D.
- “Ask the Expert – Employee Classification and Joint Employment Issues” is a free CAI Members- Only program that focuses on the legal requirements for establishing that a worker is properly classified as an independent contractor. This session will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 26 from 8:30 a.m. to 10a.m., and will also be available via Webinar. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/9VTINv.
- “Fundamentals of Management Certification Program” is a two-day program that will help managers master the key competencies associated with effective leadership. This program will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 27 and Thursday, Oct. 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/bIWEzs.
- “Today’s Medicare: An Employer’s Guide – Understanding Plan Basics and the MSP Rules” is a half-day program that will provide attendees with an overview of the different kinds of Medicare from both the employer and the consumer perspective, as well as a deeper look into the Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP). This program will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/bbQCOt.

QUOTES:
“We are pleased to announce our upcoming October events,” said Clarke. “A wide variety of topics will be covered throughout the month, and we look forward to offering participants thorough training on everything from conflict resolutions and building successful teams to independent contractor status requirements.”

DETAILS:
- All events are open to both CAI members and nonmembers, unless otherwise noted.

ABOUT CAI:
CAI, Inc. is a human resource management firm with locations in Raleigh and Greensboro, North Carolina, that helps organizations maximize employee engagement while minimizing employer liability. A membership organization that focuses on long-term relationships with North Carolina employers, CAI offers clients expertise in a wide range of management and human resource skills. The company has experience dealing with HR and management advice, training, news, survey data and distribution, public policy advocacy and a range of consulting services. CAI, Inc. continually develops new benefits programs for members, as well as learning and consulting services with an emphasis on human resource consultation. For more information, please call (919) 878-9222 or visit https://www.capital.org.

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