School of Extended Education Events
Each event is designed to provide practical information and best practices to take back to your workplace.
Webinar and On-Campus Events
University of Massachusetts Global's School of Extended Education has teamed up with experts to bring you live webinars and
on-campus events focused on innovative ideas and practical solutions for working professionals in your industry.
Essential Coaching Skills: How To Help Others Gain Direction and Clarity
Tue, Jun 13, 2023 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | Webinar
Effective coaching can increase employee engagement, strengthen teams, and improve productivity. In this webinar, participants will gain the best practices for coaching that can be implemented immediately. Learn how to ask powerful questions and apply discovery listening to enable employees to increase their self-confidence and become more resilient.
Authentic Listening: Strategies to Build Rapport and Suspend Judgment as You Listen
Tue, Aug 15, 2023 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | Webinar
Authentic listening builds trust in the workplace and makes people feel valued as it seeks to understand the thoughts, opinions, and ideas of others. It requires active listening and necessitates focus and commitment on behalf of the listener. In this webinar, participants will learn how to enhance their listening skills through the HEAR, UNDERSTAND, INTERPRET and PROCESS continuous improvement model. Walk away with tips for improving nonverbal cues, building rapport and suspending judgment when listening.
Implementing a Personalized Approach to Employee Development
Tue, Jul 11, 2023 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | Webinar
Employee development is a critical responsibility for today’s leader. In addition to managing performance and productivity, managers are often called upon to adapt their leadership style to meet the needs of the employee and company. There is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Multiple factors (situational, psychological, and strategic) must be considered to implement a robust and effective development effort. In this webinar, participants will look at employee development through a situational leadership lens and learn the “win-win-win” formula for employee development.
Advancing Equity in Your Organization: 4 Change Principles to Support a DEI Framework
Tue, Sep 12, 2023 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | Webinar
Equity refers to the fair treatment, access, and advancement of every individual within an organization. Workplaces that actively prioritize equity can experience numerous benefits such as increased innovation, growth, employee engagement, and retention. In this webinar, participants will examine four basic principles that serve as pillars for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) framework. Additionally, we will explore the transformative potential of the Design Dash model in fostering workplace equity.
Well-Being for Teachers: The 8 Factors of Wellness and Where You Fit In
Thu, Jun 15, 2023 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT | Webinar
Teacher well-being is associated with higher rates of teacher commitment, improved student-teacher relationships, and an overall positive learning environment. In this webinar, participants will self-assess their strengths and weaknesses in 8 specific areas related to well-being. Identify areas for improvement and create an individual plan to increase your well-being and avoid burnout.
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Suicide Risk Assessment, Intervention and Prevention
Thu, Jun 8, 2023 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | Webinar
Whether you are working or studying mental health, it is important to understand the current and emerging research on identifying suicide risk factors, evidence-based interventions and screening tools, and knowing how to provide preventative measures as well as postvention supportive services to survivors. In this webinar, participants will gain a broader understanding of the tools and interventions available to provide more comprehensive care to individuals at risk of suicide, most notably special populations of groups who may have increased risk for suicide. Walk away with best practices identifying risk factors as well as approaching risk reduction for vulnerable populations.
Earn 1 CE Credit from the BBS for each webinar at no cost.
5 Strategies to Strengthen Emotional Intelligence For Behavioral Health Professionals
Wed, Jul 19, 2023 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | Webinar
Emotional Intelligence (EI) is considered a prerequisite for behavioral health professionals caring for clients since they are often exposed to various emotional stresses. In this webinar, participants will explore the fundamental components of emotional intelligence, acquire practical strategies to enhance their own emotional intelligence, and understand why behavioral health professionals with strong EI skills achieve better results with their clients.
CTEL Authorization/CLAD Certificate - Information Session
Tue, May 23, 2023 | 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM PT | Info Session
The CTEL Authorization/CLAD Certificate is a four-course, fully online program addressing the belief that teaching English learners requires an understanding of first and second language acquisition theories in order to provide a successful education environment. This certificate is CTC-approved and upon completion, authorizes you to provide instruction to English learners (EL) in a California classroom.
In this info session you will discover:
-About University of Massachusetts Global
-Program details
-Students support services
-Who should enroll
-How long will it take to complete
-How much will it cost
-What are the admission requirements
Clear Administrative Credential - Information Session
Thu, May 25, 2023 | 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM PT | Info Session
We invite you to learn more about our CTC-approved Administrative Services Credential Clear Induction Program (ASC-CIP). Candidates who complete the ASC-CIP requirements may be recommended for the Clear Administrative Services Credential.
To support the professional learning and leadership development of the beginning educational administrator, our program provides you the options of choosing your own coach or be paired with a well-trained and experienced induction coach. The induction coach supports the school administrator through individualized, on-going, job-embedded coaching that is directed by the identified needs and goals of the school administrator.
You are invited to attend an upcoming webinar to learn more about the program. Join us to explore:
-CTC requirements
-Candidate eligibility and admissions requirements
-How to choose the right Induction Coach
-Program features, tools, and demonstration of competency
Autism Added Authorization/Certificate- Information Session
Wed, May 24, 2023 | 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM PT | Info Session
We invite you to learn more about our CTC-approved Autism Spectrum Disorders Added Authorization/Certificate program. This state-approved program authorizes the holder to conduct assessments, provide instruction, and special education-related services to individuals with a primary disability of autism.
In this info session you will discover:
-About University of Massachusetts Global
-Program details
-Students support services
-Who should enroll
-How long will it take to complete
-How much will it cost
-What are the admission requirements
-Pathway opportunity
Applied Behavior Analysis Certificate - Information Session
Wed, Jun 21, 2023 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT | Info Session
Applied behavior analysis has been demonstrated as an effective intervention approach for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and a variety of related developmental, medical and behavioral disorders such as intellectual disabilities, dementia, addiction, and traumatic brain injury. UMass Global's Online Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is designed for teachers, healthcare professionals, and others who strive to help people achieve personal goals, reduce suffering, and improve quality of life. This program has been developed to meet the educational requirements to become a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA). Join us to explore:
-Applied Behavior Analysis in the workplace
-Eligibility requirements for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) exam
-UMass Global's ABA program courses and admission requirements