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  Training and Development:

 

We are pleased to offer a variety of training opportunities for MTA employees, which take into consideration that everyone learns differently and may prefer different methods.

 

 

On Line Training (eLearning) - This training initiative is an on-demand development tool you can utilize when you want and at your own pace. It is available from any computer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (24/7). This online resource provides a set of selected courses which are available to all employees at http://mta.skillport.com

Additional content is available on a registration basis: please contact Lori Geldart in the HR department to learn more about other programs which are available, or click the link below to see the entire catalogues for both Business Skills and Desktop Skills:

Business Skills Courses

Desktop Skills Courses

Information and Instruction Sheet

Schedule 2012-2013
Click here for an overview of training opportunities provided by Mount Allison University.

In Class Workshops- This is an ongoing program, which is university sponsored. However, for the first time we are providing a schedule for the full academic year. This will allow employees the opportunity to plan ahead for training opportunities. Click on course titles for further details

 

Good Writing: Pure and Simple

 

 

 

Course Feedback:
"Practical ideas for solving complex issues - excellent" (Managing Multiple Projects, Objectives and Deadlines). Barbara Gautreau-Kyle

"Interesting, helpful and fun. Jim was great" (Managing Multiple Projects, Objectives and Deadlines). Raine Phythian

"The instructor was excellent and allowed us to explore different aspects of the issue in our daily lives" (Acknowledging, Appreciating, Adapting & Achieving in the Intergenerational Workplace). Mario Levesque

"Thank you…for offering that workshop [Mastering the Art of Assertiveness]. It was awesome. I got a lot out of it, that I will be able to use in my professional work and in my personal life." Kim McMillan-Caron

I have thoroughly enjoyed both workshops that have been presented to-date by Pam Robertson - "Dealing with Difficult People" and "Managing Stress"
Mona Estabrooks

"I really did enjoy the day. What it did for me is allow me that opportunity to assess how I manage things on a day-to-day basis." Marlene Hopkins.

Please complete the required Application form located in the course description above.

Suggestions for future training and development topics are always welcome at hr@mta.ca

Training and Development DVD's
- <click here> for a list of training and development DVD's available in the Human Resources Department.

Recent Workshops...

  • Combating Seasonal Stress, December, 2012 - Facilitator: Jessica Giroux
  • Managing Multiple Projects, Objectives and Deadlines, January, 2013 - Facilitator: Jim Moore
  • Acknowledging, Appreciating, Adapting and Achieving in the Intergenerational Workplace, November, 2012- Facilitator: Gwen McKay
  • Customer Service, March, 2012 - Facilitator: Michael Kennedy
  • Microsoft Word - February, 2012, Facilitator: Randy Ansems

  • Four Generations in the Workplace, January, 2012, Facilitator:Kaye Parker

  • Microsoft Excel - December, 2011, Facilitator: Randy Ansems

  • Writing that Works- November, 2011(cancelled)
  • Mastering the Art of Assertiveness - November, 2011, Facilitator: Michael Kennedy
  • Microsoft Outlook - September, 2011, Facilitator: Randy Ansems
  • Managing Your Time- April, 2011, Facilitator: Sheena Kelloway
  • Change: Letting Go - March, 2011, Facilitator: Michael Kennedy
  • Communicating for Results - Febuary, 2011, Facilitator: Pam Robertson
  • Business Writing Skills- January, 2010, Facilitator: Pam Robertson
  • Managing Stress- November, 2010, Facilitator: Pam Robertson
  • Dealing with Difficult People - October, 2010, Facilitator: Pam Robertson
  • Dealing with Difficult People - April, 2010, Facilitator: Lea Brovedani

Continuing Education - External Links...
Mount Allison Academic Calendar* and Timetable* National Seminars
Mount Allison Continuing Education PBBA Atlantic Inc.
UNB College of Extended Learning NBCC Moncton Night School
Family Service Moncton Skillpath Seminars
   
 
   

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