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Labor Education

On-campus in Madison, Wisconsin, labor education classes are offered year-round and last from two to five days. Every program is a high-quality noncredit course taught by university faculty.

Announcing the 2019 winter-spring labor education program guide

Posted on November 27, 2018

School for Workers has announced the 2019 Winter-Spring Labor Education program schedule. Registration for all of the classes are now open. Click here for the printable winter-spring 2019 program flyer or click a class below for more …

Posted in School for Workers NewsTagged Labor Education, News

Dec 03-05 | Essentials of bargaining

Posted on October 22, 2018

Education for workplace democracy Dec 3-5 | 8:30am – 4:30pm | UW-Madison This comprehensive course provides an overview of the entire collective bargaining process. We begin with a focus on factors affecting collective bargaining outcomes. …

Posted in Registration closedTagged Labor Education, Registration Closed

Dec 06-07 | Advanced bargaining tools

Posted on October 22, 2018

Education for workplace democracy Dec 06-07 | 8:30am – 4:30 pm | UW-Madison This specialized 2-day program provides a detailed, in-depth exploration of three topics: (1) costing contract proposals, (2) writing and evaluating contract language, …

Posted in Registration closedTagged Labor Education, Registration Closed

Jan 14-15 | Web tools for union effectiveness

Posted on October 22, 2018

Developing streamlined internal communication systems Jan 14-15 | 8:30am – 4:30pm | UW-Madison A hands-on class, delving participants into using online resources to enhance their effectiveness. We will cover the Google Suite of applications as …

Posted in Registration closedTagged Labor Education, Registration Closed

Feb 4-5 | Labor and employment law

Posted on October 22, 2018

Knowing your rights as a 21st-century worker Feb 4-5 | 8:30am – 4:30pm | UW-Madison A critical look at the current state of public and private sector labor laws, workers’ rights under the laws, and …

Posted in Registration closedTagged Labor Education, Registration Closed

Feb 6-7 | FMLA & ADA

Posted on October 22, 2018

Applying and enforcing individual employment laws Feb 6-7 | 8:30am – 4:30pm | UW-Madison A comprehensive FMLA and ADA class addressing the requirements, application, regulations, and implementation of the acts. Participants will be prepared in …

Posted in Registration closedTagged Labor Education, Registration Closed

Feb 25-27 | Internal organizing

Posted on October 22, 2018

Reinvigorating collective strength Feb 25-27 | 8:30am – 4:30pm | UW-Madison A crucial educational program for any union—especially those seeking to adapt to “open shop” or “Right to Work.” Reinvigorate your union with successful strategies …

Posted in Registration closedTagged Labor Education, Registration Closed

Mar 18-21 | Dispute resolution and the arbitration process

Posted on October 22, 2018

Effectively resolving disputes and protecting your members Mar 18-21 | 8:30am – 4:30pm | UW-Madison  Effectively resolving disputes—including utilizing the contractual grievance and arbitration process—is vital for union representatives, stewards, and members. Explore methods of …

Posted in Registration closedTagged Labor Education, Registration Closed

Apr 15-17 | Engaging community and fostering diversity

Posted on October 22, 2018

Advancing successful strategies in today’s dynamic workforce Apr 15-17 | 8:30am – 4:30pm | UW-Madison  An introductory class discussing changing workforce demographics, recruitment tools to reach a larger pool of potential workers and members, and …

Posted in Registration closedTagged Labor Education, Registration Closed

May 13-15 | Essentials of bargaining

Posted on October 22, 2018

Preparing and adapting for positive outcomes May 13-15 | 8:30am – 4:30pm | UW-Madison A comprehensive class providing an overview of the entire collective bargaining process. We begin with a focus on factors affecting collective …

Posted in Registration closedTagged Labor Education, Registration Closed
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