A residential institute Develop the tools and knowledge to be an effective union rep during the grievance and arbitration processes. This institute will prepare students to investigate, write, and present grievances, plus draft and present …
Upcoming Classes
Financial Officer Training | Residential institute
A residential institute Designed specifically for union financial officers including new treasurers, financial secretaries, trustees, and other union officers, the program covers regulations from the U.S. Department of Labor as well as record-keeping best practices …
20th Century Labor History | Online institute
An online asynchronous institute History can provide critical lessons for today. Through the exploration of recent labor history, learn not only the ‘what’ but the ‘how’ and ‘why’ unions and workers’ rights have evolved to …
The National Labor Relations Board and the Changing Law | Online institute
An online live classroom The National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) interpretation of the Act (NLRA) typically changes through proceedings brought before them and through federal rulemaking. We will examine the Board’s recent cases and rulemaking …
School for Workers converts previously scheduled fall programs to online institutes
School for Workers is committed to the health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff. In response to the current developments with the pandemic and recognizing the barriers it creates for students across the …
Fundamentals of the Family and Medical Leave Act | on-demand
Most workers understand that employees at workplaces with 50 or more employees have the right to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid time off for either their own serious health condition or that of …
New! On-demand institutes
School for Workers is excited to announce a new, accessible, and flexible learning opportunity — on-demand institutes. What makes on-demand institutes different? On-demand institutes… Offer open, ongoing online registration. Allow participants to access the course …
Essentials for Union Stewards | on-demand
Union members know their workplaces better than anyone, and effective stewards are one of a union’s most important assets. Stewards are the eyes, ears, and embodiment of the union in the workplace. This Essentials for …
Latino Voices: State of Latinos Webinar
July 14th, 6-7:30pm (CST) School for Workers is proud to co-host Latino Voices: State of Latinos Webinar with UFCW United Latinos on July 14th, 6-7:30pm (CST). This webinar will tackle the social, political, labor, and …