Business & Professional Development
Improve yourself through learning and training to advance in your career.
SCC offers quality training that can help energize your workforce and help upgrade professional skills.
Browse our courses below and register today!
Business Management
Know your Numbers, Know your Business
Congratulations! You have started a business, have a solid customer base, and everything seems to be going great except.the bookkeeping! While not the most exciting or creative aspect of running a business, business bookkeeping, record keeping, and knowing what the numbers are telling you, is SO important to business survival and is a critical part of business operations. In this course you will learn the importance of record keeping, what records to keep and how long, why financial reports are important and better yet, how to read them! Learn tips and tricks to manage the cash flow for your business. Review examples of financial statements to determine what can be done to improve the situation, hear real life stories of what to do and not to do, and walk away with a much better understanding of what the numbers are telling you about your business. All materials are provide.
97477
M, Sep 30
6 - 8 pm
$19
SCC CBIZ 111
J Petersen
Sign up now
Understanding Your Businesses Taxes
Income tax, sales tax, payroll tax, and the list goes on for taxes your business pays. Discussion will center on the various business taxes, forms and ways to file and pay the taxes, and things you can do in your record keeping system to better understand and lessen your tax burden. Participants will receive all materials and are encouraged to bring specific questions.
97329
W, Oct 2
1 - 4 pm
$99
SCC CBIZ 111
J Clover
Sign up now
Accounting Basic Concepts
Designed for the non-accountant bookkeeper, office manager or owner of a business. Learn basic accounting terms including revenues, expenses, assets, and liabilities. Learn to build and read the income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows. Become familiar with accounting debits and credits as you learn how to record transactions in this hands-on course.
97335
M & W, Oct 7 - 23
1 - 5 pm
$449
SCC CBIZ 112
B Williams-Lowe
Sign up now
QuickBooks Online Software
We make it easy to get comfortable with QuickBooks®. This course will address setting up your chart of accounts, customer and vendor files, recurring transactions, and products/services you sell. Learn how to manage money coming in including sales, invoicing, and deposits, and money going out by paying bills, booking credit card expenditures, and tracking expenses. You'll learn how to reconcile accounts, track loans and loan payments, book fixed assets, and use reports to understand your business, track sales trends and profitability, and prepare for tax time. You'll leave knowing that you're doing a good job and can handle whatever QuickBooks sends your way.
97323
M & W, Oct 28 & 30
1 - 5 pm
$339
SCC CBIZ 110
B Williams-Lowe
Sign up now
Payroll Accounting
It's a fact of business-if a company has employees, it has to account for payroll, fringe benefits, and payroll taxes. This comprehensive course will guide you through processing a new employee, calculating payroll and payroll taxes, payroll tax reporting, periodic and year end payroll reporting to the government.
97336
M & W, Nov 4 - 13
1 - 5 pm
$425
SCC CBIZ 110
B Williams-Lowe
Sign up now
Congratulations! You have started a business, have a solid customer base, and everything seems to be going great except.the bookkeeping! While not the most exciting or creative aspect of running a business, business bookkeeping, record keeping, and knowing what the numbers are telling you, is SO important to business survival and is a critical part of business operations. In this course you will learn the importance of record keeping, what records to keep and how long, why financial reports are important and better yet, how to read them! Learn tips and tricks to manage the cash flow for your business. Review examples of financial statements to determine what can be done to improve the situation, hear real life stories of what to do and not to do, and walk away with a much better understanding of what the numbers are telling you about your business. All materials are provide.
97477
M, Sep 30
6 - 8 pm
$19
SCC CBIZ 111
J Petersen
Sign up now
Understanding Your Businesses Taxes
Income tax, sales tax, payroll tax, and the list goes on for taxes your business pays. Discussion will center on the various business taxes, forms and ways to file and pay the taxes, and things you can do in your record keeping system to better understand and lessen your tax burden. Participants will receive all materials and are encouraged to bring specific questions.
97329
W, Oct 2
1 - 4 pm
$99
SCC CBIZ 111
J Clover
Sign up now
Accounting Basic Concepts
Designed for the non-accountant bookkeeper, office manager or owner of a business. Learn basic accounting terms including revenues, expenses, assets, and liabilities. Learn to build and read the income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows. Become familiar with accounting debits and credits as you learn how to record transactions in this hands-on course.
97335
M & W, Oct 7 - 23
1 - 5 pm
$449
SCC CBIZ 112
B Williams-Lowe
Sign up now
QuickBooks Online Software
We make it easy to get comfortable with QuickBooks®. This course will address setting up your chart of accounts, customer and vendor files, recurring transactions, and products/services you sell. Learn how to manage money coming in including sales, invoicing, and deposits, and money going out by paying bills, booking credit card expenditures, and tracking expenses. You'll learn how to reconcile accounts, track loans and loan payments, book fixed assets, and use reports to understand your business, track sales trends and profitability, and prepare for tax time. You'll leave knowing that you're doing a good job and can handle whatever QuickBooks sends your way.
97323
M & W, Oct 28 & 30
1 - 5 pm
$339
SCC CBIZ 110
B Williams-Lowe
Sign up now
Payroll Accounting
It's a fact of business-if a company has employees, it has to account for payroll, fringe benefits, and payroll taxes. This comprehensive course will guide you through processing a new employee, calculating payroll and payroll taxes, payroll tax reporting, periodic and year end payroll reporting to the government.
97336
M & W, Nov 4 - 13
1 - 5 pm
$425
SCC CBIZ 110
B Williams-Lowe
Sign up now
Leadership
Supervision Survival Skills
This training program is designed for new managers and non-managers interested in or identified for promotion. Knowledge gained in this program will enable you to avoid some of the hard lessons that come from on-the-job learning. Applicable in manufacturing, service, and retail organizations, this seminar presents the fundamental leadership and communication skills and techniques required to manage employees effectively. Content of this training covers the first two modules of the Supervision Certificate.
95687
W, Aug 28 & Sep 4
8 - 11 am
$199
SCC CBIZ 111
B Williams-Lowe
97338
W, Jan 29 - Feb 5
1 - 4 pm
SCC CBIZ 112
B Williams-Lowe
Sign up now
Supervisory Certificate
Leader, manager, supervisor, team leader - no matter what your official title, you're expected to get the job done through others. This course provides new and experienced supervisors with the tools and skills for building personal confidence in their leadership role. You will see the relevance of the training, rapidly acquire the skills, and quickly put them to use on the job. Attend all twelve modules and earn a certificate in Supervision. Our program is designed for anyone who manages people in manufacturing, retail, or service industries.
95690
W, Aug 28 - Nov 13
8 - 11 am
SCC CBIZ 111
$1295
B Williams-Lowe
97337
W, Jan 29 - Apr 21
1 - 4 pm
SCC CBIZ 112
$1295
B Williams-Lowe
Sign up now
Buddy to Boss
One day, they are your co-workers and buddies - the people you socialize and take coffee breaks with. Now, you're their boss. Suddenly, you find yourself questioning what you should and shouldn't say to your former co-workers. Your job is now about them and no longer all about you. The challenge is not only in taking on the demands of a new, elevated role and the skills and knowledge required, but it is also in making the emotional and mental transition to that of manager.
97306
T, Sep 17
9 am - Noon
SCC CBIZ 103
H Woody
Sign up now
Motivation
Identify what factors motivate and de-motivate employees. This workshop will explain motivational leeds and develope strategies that would work in your facility and identify traditional methodes of motivation. Participants will receive guidelines for effective encouragement.
97340
T, Oct 29
9 am - Noon
$269
SCC CBIZ 103
D McKee
Sign up now
Welcome to Supervisory Management
Moving from doing to supervising is no easy task. But help is on the way. This session covers the basics of what new supervisors need to elevate their performance and the results of their teams. Topics include how to build and grow your credibility, how to respond to team members of different abilities, how to employ the right influence tactic to fit the situation, how to apply the five practices of exemplary supervision, and how to deal with conflict. Each topic includes skill development and practical applications. New supervisors will leave this class with the knowledge and skill needed to move from exemplary team members to effective team supervisors gaining excellent results.
97339
T, Dec 10
9 am - 4 pm
$595
SCC CBIZ 103
T Westbrook
Sign up now
Time Management
There are never enough hours in the day, but you can learn to be more effective with the ones you are given. This session will provide you with knowledge of how to make more effectvie use or your time, implementing measurable action steps that will allow you to take control of your day and make sure you are unleashing all of your productive potential. We will cover managing time, wasting time, personal time study, planning and tools, the Eisenhower Matrix, meetings, and unruly email.
97341
T, Jan 21
8 - 10 am
$179
SCC CBIZ 103
R Curry
Sign up now
Documentation Basics
A habit of creating meaningful documentation is an essential tool for any successful leader, providing an essential tool for people management while protecting and minimizing company liability. This session will provide the fundamentals of good documentation practices - including good versus bad documentation, tools and methods, and retention requirements. We will also workshop different scenarios highlighting the importance of strong documentation practice.
97342
T, Jan 21
10:30 - Noon
$139
SCC CBIZ 103
R Curry
Sign up now
Employment Law Basics
This session will provide a general overview of basic employment law and compliance issues that provide the foundational framework for any business owner, helping avoid legal pitfalls while helping create and sustain a welcoming and equitable environment. In this session we will discuss the basics that apply to most businesses such as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). We will discuss the relationship between these laws and handbooks, job descriptions and overall good people management.
97343
T, Jan 21
1 - 3 pm
$179
SCC CBIZ 103
R Curry
Sign up now
Communication Skills for Managers
Participants will discuss how to be a better listener and how to coach an employee to change their performance to meet expectations. Practice giving feedback to employees through role-play. Whether communicating to your team members, peers or your own manager, this course will help you hone both your communication and influencing skills, helping you deliver the right message for winning outcomes.
97316
T, Mar 4
9 am - 4 pm
$495
SCC CBIZ 103
D McKee
Sign up now
Handling Conflict
One of the most difficult and most avoided topics in every company and relationship is that of conflict. We all learn from our past in how we handle conflict with others. Some of us have great examples and others, not so much. Everyone experiences some degree of workplace conflict; therefore, we all deserve training on how to handle it most effectively, focusing on great results and best teaming relationships. You will focus on conflict do's and don'ts. Pay close attention to a conflict roadmap that will allow a productive strategy for encouraging and following through with healthy conflict. We will take a closer look at each individual's natural conflict style to increase awareness and become better able to effectively navigate more effective conflict situations.
97308
T, Apr 15
9 am - Noon
$239
SCC CBIZ 103
H Woody
Sign up now
Leading High Performance Teams
Transform your team into a high performing one. Learn the basics of team dynamics, the stages of team formation, and learn to utilize individual strengths to bring out the best in all team members. Learn about your own leadership style and explore it's impact on team performance.
97314
Th, Sep 19
9 am - 4 pm
$495
SCC CBIZ 103
D McKee
Sign up now
Management Basics
Get the core skills you need to ensure success as a mid-level manager. In this highly interactive session you will learn how to build your credibility, the admired traits of managers and the fatal flaws that can curtail one's success, how to flex your management style to fit the situation, how to build effective teams, as well as the topics of communication and delegation. This course provides the essence of managerial excellence.
97317
Th, Oct 17
8 am - 5 pm
$595
SCC CBIZ 103
T Westbrook
Sign up now
Delegating for Leaders
The strongest leaders are those that empower others to be involved with the work of their organization. Too many leaders believe they have to shoulder the weight of the priorities alone. This is not so. A key skill to develop, is that of being able to delegate all kinds of work tasks, prioritites and projects to team members at every developemental level. In this session, participants will learn the importance of delegation, the proper way to delegate to people at each developement level, novice to expert, and how to build bench strength as a result of proper empowerment and delegation.
97309
T, Nov 19
9 am - Noon
$239
SCC CBIZ 103
H Woody
Sign up now
Fostering Diversity in the Workplace
Learn how people from different backgrounds and experiences contribute to the richness and the competitive edge of any organization. Explore ways to create an atmosphere of inclusion, understanding and appreciation for individuals who will enhance creativity, collaboration and increase overall team performance.
97312
W, Dec 11
8:30 - 3:30 pm
$549
SCC CBIZ 103
C Peerman
Sign up now
Leading Change in the Workplace
When faced with change, you have one of three choices. Lead, follow or get out of the way. Choose to lead! This course will help managers deal with change in the workplace - both personally and as a leader of their team. Topics include understanding both positive and negative effects of change, learning personal response to change, helping to lead employees through change, seeing change as an opportunity, and communication during change.
97318
Th, Jan 23
9 am - 4 pm
$595
SCC CBIZ 103
T Westbrook
Sign up now
Emotional Intelligence
Your emotions play a vital role in our work and personal lives. Channeling your emotions, either positively or negatively, can make or break your professional relationships. We will gain insight into how to use our emotions to create positive workplace results. Through discussion, we will uncover techniques that will allow you to set aside emotions that sabotage your own effectiveness.
97310
T, Feb 11
9 am - Noon
$239
SCC CBIZ 103
H Woody
Sign up now
HR Legal Issues for Managers
Learn about the human resource function and legal issues that impact a manager's role. Get an overview of the major employment laws and work with case studies to apply the principals learned.
97313
Th, Mar 27
9 am - 4 pm
$895
SCC CBIZ 103
M Hudson
Sign up now
Effective Performance Appraisals
Learn to write measurable performance expectations and evaluate nontangible skills. Learn to evaluate employees' current performance and write performance objectives they can follow. This course covers when employees do not meet expectations and disciplinary action that must be taken; as well as progressive discipline including written performance plans.
97315
Th, Apr 17
9 am - 4 pm
$495
SCC CBIZ 103
D McKee
Sign up now
Business Mentoring & Coaching
Learn a coaching strategy to supplement your leadership and management strategies. Understand the qaulities of great coaches, leadership coaching strategies and coaching skills. You will have the oppurtunity to practice being coached with fellow participants.
97311
Th, Apr 17
9 am - Noon
$239
SCC CBIZ 103
H Woody
Sign up now
Business Ethics & Artificial Intelligence
Business Ethics - Principles and Practices; Welcome to the New Era Participants will learn about honesty, truthfulness decision-making, environmental responsibility, social responsibility and the relationship between Artificial Intelligence and ethics. The session will discuss real-life case studies, ethical frameworks, and the role of artificial intelligence in ethical business practices.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming every facet of our lives-whether it's "re-composing" Beatles songs, devising algorithms that predict purchasing behavior with stunning precision, or enhancing the recruitment process to identify the most suitable candidates for your business.In an environment where rapid technological advancements are commonplace, leveraging AI is becoming not just an advantage but a necessity for companies aiming to stay ahead. By the end of the session, participants will understand how ethical practices can enhance reputation, manage risks, and contribute to sustainable business success.
97344
Th, Oct 3
8 am - Noon
$279
SCC CBIZ 103
R Curry
Sign up now
Succession Planning that Works
Identifying future leaders is critical to success of any organization. As employees continue to change jobs on average less than every 7 years and with future retirements at an all-time high, succession planning is more important now than ever. Succession planning can also be a great way to provide professional development oppurtunities and advancement for employees at all levels of the organization. In this workshop, participants will receive real-life example of succession planning success stories as well as information and resources to create sucession plan.
97345
W, Nov 6
8:30 - 10 am
$195
SCC CBIZ 103
S Mercer
Sign up now
HR Fundamentals for Business Owners
Unlock the full potential of your business with people-centered and sustainable HR practices. This 90-minute workshop is designed to empower business owners with the essential knowledge and resources needed to establish effective HR practices, foster a positive work place culture, and elevate business success. Whether you employ one or several employees, or you are getting ready to hire your first employee, this workshop will help you identify the key HR components to have in place.
97347
W, Nov 6
10:30 am - Noon
$195
SCC CBIZ 103
S Mercer
Sign up now
Introduction to Project Management
Increase your awareness of key project management behaviors. Participants will define a project, identify critical components for project management at each stage, and develop a personal action plan for applying project management skills.
97299
F, Feb 7
8 am - 5 pm
$279
SCC CBIZ 103
T Dean
Sign up now
This training program is designed for new managers and non-managers interested in or identified for promotion. Knowledge gained in this program will enable you to avoid some of the hard lessons that come from on-the-job learning. Applicable in manufacturing, service, and retail organizations, this seminar presents the fundamental leadership and communication skills and techniques required to manage employees effectively. Content of this training covers the first two modules of the Supervision Certificate.
95687
W, Aug 28 & Sep 4
8 - 11 am
$199
SCC CBIZ 111
B Williams-Lowe
97338
W, Jan 29 - Feb 5
1 - 4 pm
SCC CBIZ 112
B Williams-Lowe
Sign up now
Supervisory Certificate
Leader, manager, supervisor, team leader - no matter what your official title, you're expected to get the job done through others. This course provides new and experienced supervisors with the tools and skills for building personal confidence in their leadership role. You will see the relevance of the training, rapidly acquire the skills, and quickly put them to use on the job. Attend all twelve modules and earn a certificate in Supervision. Our program is designed for anyone who manages people in manufacturing, retail, or service industries.
95690
W, Aug 28 - Nov 13
8 - 11 am
SCC CBIZ 111
$1295
B Williams-Lowe
97337
W, Jan 29 - Apr 21
1 - 4 pm
SCC CBIZ 112
$1295
B Williams-Lowe
Sign up now
Buddy to Boss
One day, they are your co-workers and buddies - the people you socialize and take coffee breaks with. Now, you're their boss. Suddenly, you find yourself questioning what you should and shouldn't say to your former co-workers. Your job is now about them and no longer all about you. The challenge is not only in taking on the demands of a new, elevated role and the skills and knowledge required, but it is also in making the emotional and mental transition to that of manager.
97306
T, Sep 17
9 am - Noon
SCC CBIZ 103
H Woody
Sign up now
Motivation
Identify what factors motivate and de-motivate employees. This workshop will explain motivational leeds and develope strategies that would work in your facility and identify traditional methodes of motivation. Participants will receive guidelines for effective encouragement.
97340
T, Oct 29
9 am - Noon
$269
SCC CBIZ 103
D McKee
Sign up now
Welcome to Supervisory Management
Moving from doing to supervising is no easy task. But help is on the way. This session covers the basics of what new supervisors need to elevate their performance and the results of their teams. Topics include how to build and grow your credibility, how to respond to team members of different abilities, how to employ the right influence tactic to fit the situation, how to apply the five practices of exemplary supervision, and how to deal with conflict. Each topic includes skill development and practical applications. New supervisors will leave this class with the knowledge and skill needed to move from exemplary team members to effective team supervisors gaining excellent results.
97339
T, Dec 10
9 am - 4 pm
$595
SCC CBIZ 103
T Westbrook
Sign up now
Time Management
There are never enough hours in the day, but you can learn to be more effective with the ones you are given. This session will provide you with knowledge of how to make more effectvie use or your time, implementing measurable action steps that will allow you to take control of your day and make sure you are unleashing all of your productive potential. We will cover managing time, wasting time, personal time study, planning and tools, the Eisenhower Matrix, meetings, and unruly email.
97341
T, Jan 21
8 - 10 am
$179
SCC CBIZ 103
R Curry
Sign up now
Documentation Basics
A habit of creating meaningful documentation is an essential tool for any successful leader, providing an essential tool for people management while protecting and minimizing company liability. This session will provide the fundamentals of good documentation practices - including good versus bad documentation, tools and methods, and retention requirements. We will also workshop different scenarios highlighting the importance of strong documentation practice.
97342
T, Jan 21
10:30 - Noon
$139
SCC CBIZ 103
R Curry
Sign up now
Employment Law Basics
This session will provide a general overview of basic employment law and compliance issues that provide the foundational framework for any business owner, helping avoid legal pitfalls while helping create and sustain a welcoming and equitable environment. In this session we will discuss the basics that apply to most businesses such as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). We will discuss the relationship between these laws and handbooks, job descriptions and overall good people management.
97343
T, Jan 21
1 - 3 pm
$179
SCC CBIZ 103
R Curry
Sign up now
Communication Skills for Managers
Participants will discuss how to be a better listener and how to coach an employee to change their performance to meet expectations. Practice giving feedback to employees through role-play. Whether communicating to your team members, peers or your own manager, this course will help you hone both your communication and influencing skills, helping you deliver the right message for winning outcomes.
97316
T, Mar 4
9 am - 4 pm
$495
SCC CBIZ 103
D McKee
Sign up now
Handling Conflict
One of the most difficult and most avoided topics in every company and relationship is that of conflict. We all learn from our past in how we handle conflict with others. Some of us have great examples and others, not so much. Everyone experiences some degree of workplace conflict; therefore, we all deserve training on how to handle it most effectively, focusing on great results and best teaming relationships. You will focus on conflict do's and don'ts. Pay close attention to a conflict roadmap that will allow a productive strategy for encouraging and following through with healthy conflict. We will take a closer look at each individual's natural conflict style to increase awareness and become better able to effectively navigate more effective conflict situations.
97308
T, Apr 15
9 am - Noon
$239
SCC CBIZ 103
H Woody
Sign up now
Leading High Performance Teams
Transform your team into a high performing one. Learn the basics of team dynamics, the stages of team formation, and learn to utilize individual strengths to bring out the best in all team members. Learn about your own leadership style and explore it's impact on team performance.
97314
Th, Sep 19
9 am - 4 pm
$495
SCC CBIZ 103
D McKee
Sign up now
Management Basics
Get the core skills you need to ensure success as a mid-level manager. In this highly interactive session you will learn how to build your credibility, the admired traits of managers and the fatal flaws that can curtail one's success, how to flex your management style to fit the situation, how to build effective teams, as well as the topics of communication and delegation. This course provides the essence of managerial excellence.
97317
Th, Oct 17
8 am - 5 pm
$595
SCC CBIZ 103
T Westbrook
Sign up now
Delegating for Leaders
The strongest leaders are those that empower others to be involved with the work of their organization. Too many leaders believe they have to shoulder the weight of the priorities alone. This is not so. A key skill to develop, is that of being able to delegate all kinds of work tasks, prioritites and projects to team members at every developemental level. In this session, participants will learn the importance of delegation, the proper way to delegate to people at each developement level, novice to expert, and how to build bench strength as a result of proper empowerment and delegation.
97309
T, Nov 19
9 am - Noon
$239
SCC CBIZ 103
H Woody
Sign up now
Fostering Diversity in the Workplace
Learn how people from different backgrounds and experiences contribute to the richness and the competitive edge of any organization. Explore ways to create an atmosphere of inclusion, understanding and appreciation for individuals who will enhance creativity, collaboration and increase overall team performance.
97312
W, Dec 11
8:30 - 3:30 pm
$549
SCC CBIZ 103
C Peerman
Sign up now
Leading Change in the Workplace
When faced with change, you have one of three choices. Lead, follow or get out of the way. Choose to lead! This course will help managers deal with change in the workplace - both personally and as a leader of their team. Topics include understanding both positive and negative effects of change, learning personal response to change, helping to lead employees through change, seeing change as an opportunity, and communication during change.
97318
Th, Jan 23
9 am - 4 pm
$595
SCC CBIZ 103
T Westbrook
Sign up now
Emotional Intelligence
Your emotions play a vital role in our work and personal lives. Channeling your emotions, either positively or negatively, can make or break your professional relationships. We will gain insight into how to use our emotions to create positive workplace results. Through discussion, we will uncover techniques that will allow you to set aside emotions that sabotage your own effectiveness.
97310
T, Feb 11
9 am - Noon
$239
SCC CBIZ 103
H Woody
Sign up now
HR Legal Issues for Managers
Learn about the human resource function and legal issues that impact a manager's role. Get an overview of the major employment laws and work with case studies to apply the principals learned.
97313
Th, Mar 27
9 am - 4 pm
$895
SCC CBIZ 103
M Hudson
Sign up now
Effective Performance Appraisals
Learn to write measurable performance expectations and evaluate nontangible skills. Learn to evaluate employees' current performance and write performance objectives they can follow. This course covers when employees do not meet expectations and disciplinary action that must be taken; as well as progressive discipline including written performance plans.
97315
Th, Apr 17
9 am - 4 pm
$495
SCC CBIZ 103
D McKee
Sign up now
Business Mentoring & Coaching
Learn a coaching strategy to supplement your leadership and management strategies. Understand the qaulities of great coaches, leadership coaching strategies and coaching skills. You will have the oppurtunity to practice being coached with fellow participants.
97311
Th, Apr 17
9 am - Noon
$239
SCC CBIZ 103
H Woody
Sign up now
Business Ethics & Artificial Intelligence
Business Ethics - Principles and Practices; Welcome to the New Era Participants will learn about honesty, truthfulness decision-making, environmental responsibility, social responsibility and the relationship between Artificial Intelligence and ethics. The session will discuss real-life case studies, ethical frameworks, and the role of artificial intelligence in ethical business practices.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming every facet of our lives-whether it's "re-composing" Beatles songs, devising algorithms that predict purchasing behavior with stunning precision, or enhancing the recruitment process to identify the most suitable candidates for your business.In an environment where rapid technological advancements are commonplace, leveraging AI is becoming not just an advantage but a necessity for companies aiming to stay ahead. By the end of the session, participants will understand how ethical practices can enhance reputation, manage risks, and contribute to sustainable business success.
97344
Th, Oct 3
8 am - Noon
$279
SCC CBIZ 103
R Curry
Sign up now
Succession Planning that Works
Identifying future leaders is critical to success of any organization. As employees continue to change jobs on average less than every 7 years and with future retirements at an all-time high, succession planning is more important now than ever. Succession planning can also be a great way to provide professional development oppurtunities and advancement for employees at all levels of the organization. In this workshop, participants will receive real-life example of succession planning success stories as well as information and resources to create sucession plan.
97345
W, Nov 6
8:30 - 10 am
$195
SCC CBIZ 103
S Mercer
Sign up now
HR Fundamentals for Business Owners
Unlock the full potential of your business with people-centered and sustainable HR practices. This 90-minute workshop is designed to empower business owners with the essential knowledge and resources needed to establish effective HR practices, foster a positive work place culture, and elevate business success. Whether you employ one or several employees, or you are getting ready to hire your first employee, this workshop will help you identify the key HR components to have in place.
97347
W, Nov 6
10:30 am - Noon
$195
SCC CBIZ 103
S Mercer
Sign up now
Introduction to Project Management
Increase your awareness of key project management behaviors. Participants will define a project, identify critical components for project management at each stage, and develop a personal action plan for applying project management skills.
97299
F, Feb 7
8 am - 5 pm
$279
SCC CBIZ 103
T Dean
Sign up now
Human Resources
Mental Health
This is a class that will study the signs and symptoms of mental health . It will also discuss how to guide assistance to someone with a mental health crisis and discuss de-escalation techniques to assist with a mental health crisis or every day situations.
97300
Th, Jan 16
6 - 9 PM
$45
CBIZ 112
B Carper
Sign up now
SHRM Essentials of HR
Sharpen your HR Skills to face today's HR issues. SHRM, the leading global HR professional organization, has developed the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course, which teaches the HR knowledge, skill, and competencies required for overall business success. Whether you are new to HR, or it's one of the many roles you fulfill at your company. In les than 20 hours of training time, you can cover the issues you need to reduce potentially costly lawsuits. The straightforward foramt ensures that HR concepts can be mastered and applied to real-life situations. This course is a partnershp with North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC).
Call for the next class offerings 319-208-5375
SHRM Certification Prep
Commit to Your Career. HR professionals like you are facing new and larger challenges each day due in part to a changing workforce, shifting legislation and regulations and so much more. Ensure you're prepared for these changes and anything else thrown your way with SHRM's global HR credentials, SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP. Unlike memorization-based certification credentials, SHRM certification measures an HR professional's most critical skill: the ability to apply HR principles to real-life situations. No other exam compares. By becoming SHRM certified, you prove your knowledge, competency and value to colleagues and to employers looking for a competitive edge in today's global economy. Wherever your career takes you, your SHRM certification will define you as an HR expert and leader. Network and collaborate with peers to share real-life examples and bring HR knowledge and competencies to life. The tuition includes the cost of instruction and the SHRM learning system (online and printed material). This course is provided through a partnership with North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC).
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This is a class that will study the signs and symptoms of mental health . It will also discuss how to guide assistance to someone with a mental health crisis and discuss de-escalation techniques to assist with a mental health crisis or every day situations.
97300
Th, Jan 16
6 - 9 PM
$45
CBIZ 112
B Carper
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SHRM Essentials of HR
Sharpen your HR Skills to face today's HR issues. SHRM, the leading global HR professional organization, has developed the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course, which teaches the HR knowledge, skill, and competencies required for overall business success. Whether you are new to HR, or it's one of the many roles you fulfill at your company. In les than 20 hours of training time, you can cover the issues you need to reduce potentially costly lawsuits. The straightforward foramt ensures that HR concepts can be mastered and applied to real-life situations. This course is a partnershp with North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC).
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SHRM Certification Prep
Commit to Your Career. HR professionals like you are facing new and larger challenges each day due in part to a changing workforce, shifting legislation and regulations and so much more. Ensure you're prepared for these changes and anything else thrown your way with SHRM's global HR credentials, SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP. Unlike memorization-based certification credentials, SHRM certification measures an HR professional's most critical skill: the ability to apply HR principles to real-life situations. No other exam compares. By becoming SHRM certified, you prove your knowledge, competency and value to colleagues and to employers looking for a competitive edge in today's global economy. Wherever your career takes you, your SHRM certification will define you as an HR expert and leader. Network and collaborate with peers to share real-life examples and bring HR knowledge and competencies to life. The tuition includes the cost of instruction and the SHRM learning system (online and printed material). This course is provided through a partnership with North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC).
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Education
Early Childhood Certificate Level I
This certificate equips individuals with an operational understanding of both historical and modern approaches to early childhood programs, covering the qualities and skills necessary for working with young children. Health, safety, and nutrition are also discussed as factors which impact growth and development of children from birth to age eight.
Introduction to Early Childhood Education
This course is an overview of early childhood programs and curricula, historical and present, and an examination of qualities and skills necessary for working with young children. This course is approved for the Early Childhood Level I certificate.
97291
T & Th Sep 10 - Oct 17
5:30 - 9:30 pm
$1075
SCC CBIZ 111
J Morgan
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Child Health, Safety, and Nutrition
This course focuses on evidence-based concepts in the fields of health, safety, and nutrition, and their relations to the growth and development of the young child ages birth to eight. The course blends current theory with problem solving, practical applications, and assessments. The course includes collaboration with families and assesses the role of culture, language, and ability on health, safety, and nutrition decisions in early childhood settings. This course is approved for the Early Childhood Level I Certificate.
97330
T & Th, Oct 29 - Dec 12
5:30 - 9:30 pm
$1075
SCC CBIZ 111
N Theodore-Moad
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Paraeducator Certificate
This certificate will provide students an oppurtunity to develop skills and strategies to enhance communication and professionalism when working with colleagues, children, and families. Students will learn to support and maintain safe environments, as well as strategies for educational activites, team interventions, and technology interventions. Overall, these courses will help students to support and maintan the positive social, emotional, and behavioral develoment of children. This course is a partnership with Great Prairie AEA. Classes held virtually or in Ottumwa.
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This certificate equips individuals with an operational understanding of both historical and modern approaches to early childhood programs, covering the qualities and skills necessary for working with young children. Health, safety, and nutrition are also discussed as factors which impact growth and development of children from birth to age eight.
Introduction to Early Childhood Education
This course is an overview of early childhood programs and curricula, historical and present, and an examination of qualities and skills necessary for working with young children. This course is approved for the Early Childhood Level I certificate.
97291
T & Th Sep 10 - Oct 17
5:30 - 9:30 pm
$1075
SCC CBIZ 111
J Morgan
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Child Health, Safety, and Nutrition
This course focuses on evidence-based concepts in the fields of health, safety, and nutrition, and their relations to the growth and development of the young child ages birth to eight. The course blends current theory with problem solving, practical applications, and assessments. The course includes collaboration with families and assesses the role of culture, language, and ability on health, safety, and nutrition decisions in early childhood settings. This course is approved for the Early Childhood Level I Certificate.
97330
T & Th, Oct 29 - Dec 12
5:30 - 9:30 pm
$1075
SCC CBIZ 111
N Theodore-Moad
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Paraeducator Certificate
This certificate will provide students an oppurtunity to develop skills and strategies to enhance communication and professionalism when working with colleagues, children, and families. Students will learn to support and maintain safe environments, as well as strategies for educational activites, team interventions, and technology interventions. Overall, these courses will help students to support and maintan the positive social, emotional, and behavioral develoment of children. This course is a partnership with Great Prairie AEA. Classes held virtually or in Ottumwa.
Call 319-208-5375 for class schedule.
Sales & Marketing
Facebook for Business
Still think Facebook is a fad? Advertisers of all shapes and sizes are finding ways to leverage the social media giant's 1.2 billion users. You know you don't need to reach everyone on Facebook, but engaging even a teeny-tiny fraction of users who live in your corner of the world could do a lot for your business. Learn how to use Facebook's advertising tools to reach, engage and motivate your customers. Also learn tips on what to say, how to say it, and when to say it.
97324
T Dec 3 - 17
5 - 7 pm
$79
SCC CBIZ 110
M D'Souza
97326
T Feb 4 - 18
5 - 7 pm
$79
SCC CBIZ 110
M D'souza
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Still think Facebook is a fad? Advertisers of all shapes and sizes are finding ways to leverage the social media giant's 1.2 billion users. You know you don't need to reach everyone on Facebook, but engaging even a teeny-tiny fraction of users who live in your corner of the world could do a lot for your business. Learn how to use Facebook's advertising tools to reach, engage and motivate your customers. Also learn tips on what to say, how to say it, and when to say it.
97324
T Dec 3 - 17
5 - 7 pm
$79
SCC CBIZ 110
M D'Souza
97326
T Feb 4 - 18
5 - 7 pm
$79
SCC CBIZ 110
M D'souza
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Contact Us
Center for Business (CBIZ)
610 North Fourth Street
River Park Place, Suite 220
Burlington, Iowa 52601
Phone: (319) 208-5375
Email: cbiz@scciowa.edu