Training Schedule: EEO, Accessibility, and Employee Relations

1/15/26 – FROM ROUTINE TO STRATEGIC: EEO PLANNING AND MONITORING 
This course is designed to assist EEO Officers and HR Professionals to develop an understanding of the strategic EEO Planning process, exploring current diversity and inclusion Best Practices, and gaining knowledge related to EEO monitoring and metrics.

Timeframe:  9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS

1/20/26 - 1/21/2026 -- FOSTERING A CULTURE OF BELONGING: BUILDING SUCCESSFUL TEAMS
This training will underscore how diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace require belonging to be optimal. The training will address how belonging is linked to employee engagement, employee relations, job performance, health and wellness, turnover, and more and will include tips on how to assess and foster “belongingness” among colleagues and in work teams.

Timeframe:  1 day, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Via Webex
Registration is available through the LMS

1/21/26 - 1/22/2026 – THE DISCIPLINARY PROCESS: A LEADER’S GUIDE
This class is designed to provide the participant with a thorough understanding of the progressive disciplinary action policy and process for those staff subject to the State Human Resources Act.  This session includes an overview of employee relations for State Agencies and Universities; who is covered and why; terms and definitions; disciplinary actions, procedures, and requirements; documentation and appeals; as well as proactive and preventative best practices.

Timeframe:  2 days, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. each day
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS

1/29/26 – FROM ROUTINE TO STRATEGIC: EEO PLANNING AND MONITORING 
This course is designed to assist EEO Officers and HR Professionals to develop an understanding of the strategic EEO Planning process, exploring current diversity and inclusion Best Practices, and gaining knowledge related to EEO monitoring and metrics.

Timeframe:  9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS
 

2/4/26 – EMPLOYEE RELATIONS: THE GRIEVANCE PROCESS
This class is designed to provide the participants with a thorough understanding of the Employee Grievance policy and the formal grievance process for those staff subject to the State Human Resources Act. This session includes an overview of the grievance process for State Agencies and Universities; who is covered and why; terms and definitions; grievable issues and who may grieve; timelines and steps of the process; and grievant, respondent, agency, and Office of State Human Resources responsibilities.

Timeframe:  1 day; 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Via Webex
Registration is available through the LMS.

2/17/26 – AWARENESS, INCLUSIVE MANAGEMENT AND WORKPLACE SENSITIVITY
This training uses actionable guidance to focus on the pivotal role managers and employees have in strengthening EEO initiatives. It provides practical instruction on creating greater awareness (sensitivity) of the experiences and needs of others, the significance of emotional intelligence (EQ), and what is required to become truly inclusive as team members and leaders. Relatable scenarios and exercises are implemented in this module.

Timeframe:  1 day, 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS

2/19/26 – FROM ROUTINE TO STRATEGIC: EEO PLANNING AND MONITORING 
This course is designed to assist EEO Officers and HR Professionals to develop an understanding of the strategic EEO Planning process, exploring current diversity and inclusion Best Practices, and gaining knowledge related to EEO monitoring and metrics.

Timeframe:  9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS

2/26/26 – A FOCUS ON ADA – REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) training will educate supervisors and upper management on the ADA’s rights, responsibilities, and provisions.  The goal of ADA training is to help managers and supervisors create workspaces that are accessible and treat people fairly, regardless of their disability.

Timeframe:  1 day, 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS

2/19/26 – PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW
Timeframe:  1 day, 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS
 

3/11/26 – EMPLOYEE RELATIONS: CONDUCTING WORKPLACE INVESTIGATIONS
This class is designed to train participants on how to conduct an effective workplace investigation. The curriculum focuses on the investigation process and types of workplace investigations, including procedures and practices that are applicable to any type of charge, and provides practical insights into the 5W1H method of workplace investigations, documentation, maintaining confidentiality, and interview techniques.

Timeframe:  1 day; 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Via Webex
Registration is available through the LMS

3/23/26 – 3/27/26- EMPLOYMENT MEDIATION TRAINING
The mediation program serves as Step 1 of our statewide employee grievance procedure. Mediators play an invaluable role in assisting to resolve employee complaints at the lowest possible level and ensuring that grievances are managed fairly and thoroughly. The mediation model for resolving disputes uses a neutral third party to facilitate negotiation between the parties and assists them in working together to generate solutions for settling their conflict. Unlike a judge or arbitrator, mediators do not render judgments – any resolution reached comes from the parties themselves.

To begin volunteering for the program, it is required to complete our 40-hour mediation training program. This training will be delivered in partnership with The North Carolina Center for Mediation, a non-profit, private organization dedicated to the process of cooperative resolution of conflicts with the intervention of alternative dispute resolution methods.

Space is limited.

Location: NC A&T (ROOM TBD)
Timeframe: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Each day
Registration: To reserve your place in the class, please use this link to create a registration form. You will receive a response within 24 hours advising whether your registration has been accepted.

3/19/26 – PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW
Timeframe:  9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS
 

4/8/26 – EMPLOYEE RELATIONS: REDUCTION IN FORCE
Timeframe:  1 day, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS

4/13/26 – CULTIVATING A WORKPLACE OF RESPECT
This training focuses on cultivating a culture of respect, identifying causes of and obstacles to workplace respect, and behaviors and workstyles that challenge it.  The training further addresses behavior types, the toxic workplace, bullying and harassment, respectful treatment of employees and colleagues, mitigating problems, increasing employee engagement, and improving job satisfaction to cultivate workplace respect.

Timeframe:  9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS

4/15/25 – PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW
Timeframe:  9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS

4/23/26 – AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) makes it unlawful to discriminate in employment against a qualified individual with a disability. The ADA also outlaws discrimination against individuals with disabilities in State and local government services, public accommodations, transportation, and telecommunications. This training explains the part of the ADA that prohibits job discrimination by focusing on the core concepts of the ADA such as defining disability, identifying essential functions, and exploring the reasonable accommodation process. ADA training is essential for human resources staff, managers and supervisors, or any other employees that need additional information about the ADA in the workplace.

Timeframe:  1 day, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS
 

5/6/25 – PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW
Timeframe:  9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS

5/07/26 – A FOCUS ON ADA: REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) training will educate supervisors and upper management on the ADA’s rights, responsibilities, and provisions.  The goal of ADA training is to help managers and supervisors create workspaces that are accessible and treat people fairly, regardless of their disability.

Timeframe:  1 day, 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS

5/12/26 – EFFECTIVE AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNICATIONS: SKILLS FOR THE WORKPLACE
This course examines workplace behavior and interpersonal relations with a focus on inclusive communication skills and respect. Attendees will gain an understanding of how the workplace experience is impacted by personal behavior, culture, and collaboration, and address the importance of ethics and accountability. The session will also include a summary of ways to recognize and mitigate communication and behavior challenges to help foster a more welcoming, respectful, inclusive, and engaged work environment.

Timeframe:  1 day, 9:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M.
Location: Via WebEx
Registration is available through the LMS 

5/13/26 –5/14/26 THE DISCIPLINARY PROCESS: A LEADER’S GUIDE
This class is designed to provide the participant with a thorough understanding of the progressive disciplinary action policy and process for those staff subject to the State Human Resources Act.  This session includes an overview of employee relations for State Agencies and Universities; who is covered and why; terms and definitions; disciplinary actions, procedures, and requirements; documentation and appeals; as well as proactive and preventative best practices.

Timeframe:  2 days, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. each day
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS

5/21/26 – AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) makes it unlawful to discriminate in employment against a qualified individual with a disability. The ADA also outlaws discrimination against individuals with disabilities in State and local government services, public accommodations, transportation, and telecommunications. This training explains the part of the ADA that prohibits job discrimination by focusing on the core concepts of the ADA such as defining disability, identifying essential functions, and exploring the reasonable accommodation process. ADA training is essential for human resources staff, managers and supervisors, or any other employees who need additional information about the ADA in the workplace.

Timeframe:  1 day, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS
 

6/10/26 – EMPLOYEE ONBOARDING BEST PRACTICES AND WHAT NOT TO DO
Studies show that effective onboarding enables new hires to feel welcome, confident, secure, valued, and more connected to their new team. They also more quickly acclimate to the work culture, readily take on responsibilities, are more engaged, experience a higher degree of job satisfaction, and are more likely to remain with the organization. This course will address how to plan and implement a successful onboarding process, phases of onboarding, remote onboarding, and best practices for an exceptional onboarding experience. Attendees will also learn the importance of communicating core values, the significance of preboarding, what NOT to do, and ways to make onboarding exciting and fun. 

Timeframe:  1 day, 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS

6/11/26 – A FOCUS ON ADA: REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) training will educate supervisors and upper management on the ADA’s rights, responsibilities, and provisions.  The goal of ADA training is to help managers and supervisors create workspaces that are accessible and treat people fairly, regardless of their disability.

Timeframe:  1 day, 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS

6/17/25 – PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW
Timeframe:  9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Via Webex 
Registration is available through the LMS

6/18/26 – EMPLOYEE RELATIONS: THE GRIEVANCE PROCESS
This class is designed to provide the participant with a thorough understanding of the Employee Grievance policy and the formal grievance process for those staff subject to the State Human Resources Act. This session includes an overview of the grievance process for State Agencies and Universities; who is covered and why; terms and definitions; grievable issues and who may grieve; timelines and steps of the process; and grievant, respondent, agency, and Office of State Human Resources responsibilities.

Timeframe:  1 day; 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Via Webex
Registration is available through the LMS