This training is funded by the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development (EOHED) and MASS HIRE SE MA Regional Partnership.

Class Description:  

Bristol’s Effective Communication Team-Oriented Problem-Solving class will help participants do just that.  This class will provide tools and techniques to help individuals thrive in a dynamic team environment. Several workstyle, listening and communication assessments will be used to assist participants in gaining a better understanding of themselves and their communication style as well as the style of others. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the importance of listening, non-verbal communication as well as adapting to changing cultural norms to support individual and team growth. 

About the instructor:

For over 10 years, Monet has been helping a wide variety of businesses with their HR and employee development needs.  As an adaptable and innovative HR professional, she has a keen ability to translate visions and strategies into actionable goals, strengthen processes, and increase efficiencies. Through her education, professional development, and industry involvement, Monet has the depth and breadth of knowledge to handle a variety of needs.  By keeping her finger on the pulse of national, state, and local issues, Monet is current with the latest developments in HR and can offer a unique and strategic perspective on various business needs. 

Organizing your Google Drive and collaborating with others in Google Docs can be invaluable as you engage with co-workers and clients virtually. Specifically, having an organized Google Drive can help you to work efficiently and effectively as you collaborate with others. Additionally, collaborating in Google Docs can support virtual meetings and initiatives beyond the laborious actions of updating, saving, and sending attachment of documents through email. Level II is a match for you if you have some experience navigating Google Drive and/ or working in Google Docs. Course participants can expect to meet live via Zoom and engage with the course material through whole group and small group interactive activities, to include opportunities for direct practice.

This training is funded by the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development (EOHED) and MASS HIRE SE MA Regional Partnership.

Class description:

Bristol’s Lean Six Sigma/Business Process Improvement Yellow Belt training focuses on preparing individuals to develop efficient processes for faster delivery, increased productivity, and more consistent quality. This training will allow participants to be well versed in the foundational elements of the Lean Six Sigma Methodology. As a result, they will be able to support limited improvement projects and serve as a team member on a more complex improvement project. A Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt possesses a thorough understanding of the elementary aspects of the DMAIC process – Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control. 

This course will also include a thorough review of Lean/Business Process Improvement tools such as Value Stream Mapping, 5S and Visual Systems. 

About the instructor:

Bristol's Instructor Joe Barckett is a Lean/Sigma Master Black Belt who has led business process improvement training projects at many local and global companies. 

Preparing for an interview is one of the most important moments in your career. That's why in today's competitive market its all about first impressions. This 1-hour webinar will help you learn interview tips and tricks, discuss trends in the hiring process which includes different recruiting platforms that companies are using to expedite their searches.

Google Applications consist of features that are widely used in the field of Education and are expanding daily. As the cost of programming increases, companies are turning to the low cost solutions found within a simple Gmail platform. Upon completion of this comprehensive course for all-levels of users, participants will comprehend the concept of cloud computing within a professional environment. This course starts by reviewing the program features within Google Drive and how it works with Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Forms and Google Classroom.

To participate in this training, please register your business with the Workforce Training Fund Small Business Direct Access Program.

Course Description

People at all levels of management face a number of challenges and responsibilities, especially under rapid workplace change. There is no more demanding role than that of a supervisor and this role continues to evolve.  It is so much more than assigning or directing work. A supervisor’s success hinges on how effectively they can communicate and manage their team’s performance.  High performing teams don’t just happen - they are made up of individuals who bring a broad spectrum of skills, talents and experiences to the workplace and are often developed one member at a time.  To keep a team fully engaged, a supervisor must be able to manage of change and communicate effectively.  Changes that are negatively perceived by team members can disrupt morale and the flow of work.  

This course highlights how changes in the workplace and in society, have necessitated changes in how a professional supervisor leads and directs people to achieve greater business results and professional development.  

Topics covered in this 20-hour training include:

Topic 1:  The Changing Role of the Supervisor

• Making the transition from employee peer to supervisor
• Trust and credibility
• Fear vs. respect: how should you manage?
• Mini-DiSC: what's your style of supervising?

Topic 2: Increasing Supervisory Effectiveness

• Effective communication
• Communication style & asking good questions
• Listening skills & non-verbal communication
• Task & time management
• Delegating & managing change

Topic 3: Supervising a Diverse Workforce

• Managing diversity & inclusion
• Promoting inter-cultural communication
• Supervising a multi-generational workforce

Topic 4:  Performance Management

• Introduction to coaching & feedback
• Using G.R.O.W. - A Coaching Discussion Model
• Introduction to Discipline in the Workplace

What am I going to get from this course?  You will be able to:

• Describe changes in the business climate that have influenced a change in how supervisors manage their direct reports.
• Explain the impact that a supervisor’s trust and credibility has on team performance.
• Articulate and demonstrate the habits of credible leadership.
• Demonstrate how to effectively use your knowledge and understanding of DiSC profiles to build and develop more collaborative, cohesive and productive work relationships within your team and with individual team members. 

 What will participants need to know or do before starting this course?

• Participants should be aware of workplace policies and challenges in their organization and ready to share since participation is encouraged. Everyone has leadership qualities. This course is recommended for new supervisors and supervisors in the role looking to update their skills. All experiences are welcome. 

COVID-19 challenged educators across the world to find new and exciting ways to deliver curriculum to students. This course will provide educators with the proficiency and knowledge for training candidates preparing to take the Google Certified Educator Level 2 course and others who wish to obtain a proficient understanding of all the Google Applications. It is recommended before enrolling in Level 2 Certified Google Educator Prep to enroll in Level 1.

• Get recognition and make a bigger impact in your lesson plans
• Distinguish yourself as an educator, showcase your skills on your resume, and share on your professional networks.
• Demonstrate proficiency advance in your professional development while validating your proficiency with Google’s tools for the classroom.
• Educator Level 1 and 2 Certifications are prerequisites to Google’s Certified Innovator and Trainer programs, where you can lead, and collaborate with other educators.

Effective Communication leads to desired results. You will learn how to take full advantage of Microsoft Word and communicate using this business writing tool with all the features. Begin with the basics of creating Microsoft Word documents such as:

• Various techniques to create dynamic layouts
• Preparing documents for printing and exporting
• Format documents effectively using Microsoft Word Styles
• Control page formatting and flow with sections and page breaks
• Create and Manage Table Layouts
• Work with Tab Stops to Align Content Properly
• Perform Mail Merges to create Mailing Labels and Form Letters
• Build and Deliver Word Forms
• Manage Templates
• Track and Accept/Reject Changes to a Document