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Education

The Human Resources Organization and Staff Development (OSD) unit offers a variety of free in-house learning opportunities, which include professional development courses, consultation services, executive coaching, strategic planning, organizational development, and team building. These services focus on providing the University of Connecticut Health Center employees and departments opportunities for enhancing their work environment and career.

Fall 2009 Professional Development Curriculum

photo of woman smilingEven the best faculty, managers and staff need an opportunity to renew their energy and commitment to professional excellence. Whether it is inspiring engagement and teamwork, addressing today’s business challenges or boosting unit productivity, the Health Center is committed to your continued growth and development. To this end, the Human Resources Organization & Staff Development Unit is pleased to present the Fall 2009 Professional Development Curriculum (PDF) designed to meet your needs.

  • Participants must obtain manager/supervisor approval prior to enrollment
  • All courses, except Business Software, to be held in the HR Training Room, Munson Rd
  • Courses are offered at no cost to employee or department
  • Enrollment for each course is limited to ensure the best instructor to participant ratio
  • Registrations are accepted on a first come, first served basis
  • Early Registration is recommended
  • Click here to register online using a PC
  • Click here to register online using a MAC
  • Click here for online registration instructions (PDF)
  • To enroll via e-mail, send your request to hrregistration@uchc.edu indicating the name/s and date/s of the courses 

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New Employee Orientation Program
Target Audience:  NEW EMPLOYEES

The University of Connecticut Health Center wishes to extend a warm welcome to all its new employees.

New Employee Orientation introduces the individual to the multi-faceted aspects of the University of Connecticut Health Center. The new employee will be given an overview of the organization that includes its dynamic history, current and future endeavors, and an insight into where they, as a new University of Connecticut Health Center community member, will fit into the beautiful mosaic that makes up the Health Center workforce.

Participants will benefit from the orientation program by:

  • Learning about the institution's mission and vision.
  • Understanding the organizational structure and initiatives.
  • Meeting other members of the University of Connecticut Health Center community.
  • Receiving information regarding state and federal regulatory requirements and OSHA safety training.
  • Learning about the many employee benefits offered at the University of Connecticut Health Center.
  • Signing up for employment benefits.
  • Obtaining your University of Connecticut Health Center ID card.

A continental breakfast will be provided.

2009 Orientation Program Schedule

  • January 2, 16, 30
  • February 13, 27
  • March 13, 27
  • April 13, 24
  • May 8, 22
  • June 5, 19
  • July 6, 17, 31
  • August 14, 28
  • September 11, 25
  • October 9, 23
  • November 6, 20
  • December 4, 18

How to Get to the University of Connecticut Health Center
For new employee orientation, park lot M5 of the Munson Road Building

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Compliance Training

The University of Connecticut Health Center offers a variety of state, federal and agency driven compliance education. Mandatory education is assigned upon hire or promotion. Assignments are determined by job title and duties. OSD will send letters to advise employee of the assignments. All assignments are made and tracked on the HealthStream Learning Center website. 

Available programs:

  • Diversity Awareness Training - Schedule
  • HIPPA Privacy and Security Training
  • OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Training
  • Managing a Harassment Free and Respectful Workplace - Schedule
    Dr. Laurencin has proposed that we all continue to work toward assuring that as members of the Health Center community we respect and learn from each other, value and encourage teamwork, and eliminate old concepts and prejudices.  In support of creating and maintaining an organizational culture aligned with this mindset, and in support of our diversity strategy to create an inclusive environment, we have a new training program entitled "Managing a Harassment-Free and Respectful Workplace." This program was designed by an outside company with over 30 years of experience in organizational development. We have invested in this program and have four certified trainers in the HR/Organization and Staff Development Unit.

    All managerial staff including academic staff members who supervise employee and/or students, are required to attend the training session entitles "Managing a Harassment-Free and Respectful Workplace."  For directions on self registering, click Instructions for Self Enrollment in Health Stream Learning Center (HLC) (PDF). Dates, times and location will be available to view once you log in to self register.

    If you have any questions, please call 860-679-2752 or email hrregistration@uchc.edu.

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Management Development Program - Fall 2009
Target Audience:  Bargaining Unit Exempt Management and Bargaining Unit Supervisors


photo of employees smiling at UCHCIn our quest for management excellence, the Department of Human Resources, through Know Better Place, has established the Management Development Program. The primary goal is to provide our managers and supervisors with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed as a Health Center leader.

Experts in the areas of human resources, financial management, and compliance regulations guide participants through a variety of managerial topics. Course highlights include state and bargaining unit hiring procedures, the performance evaluation process, finance systems and conduct and compliance policies.

As Health Center leaders, our managers and supervisors are an integral part of developing an efficient and effective organization that will sustain and enhance the Health Center community. To this end, the Management Development Program assists them in this endeavor as we work toward becoming the employer of “first choice” in our region for people who want to be part of a caring, committed, talented and diverse workforce dedicated to advancing health and wellness for the people of Connecticut.

Course Schedules and Registration Information

If you have any questions or for more information contact Sandy Kressner, 860-679-3419.

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Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Education Offerings

State In-Service Training Program - Fall 2009
The State In-Service Training Program is closed. Please visit this site for future offerings.

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How Do I Pay for Courses with Fees?

Permission by a manager/supervisor must be obtained prior to registering for courses. Payment arrangements must be discussed at that time. 

Option 1 - Department pays with transfer voucher.  Transfer vouchers are available on the Finance website under the category “Other Forms”.  http://fiscalservices.uchc.edu/accounting_forms_procedures/index.html.

Option 2 - Employee pays with personal check made out to University of CT Health Center

Option 3 - Employee pays with personal check made out to University of CT Health Center and applies for reimbursement from union.

UHP Union tuition/ conference reimbursement forms are available at http://employ.uchc.edu/ppf/forms/pdfs/form_tuitionreimburse.pdf.  Employees not in UHP should check in their union contracts or handbook for more information on availability of reimbursements. 

Option 4- Employee pays with personal check made out to UConn Health Center and applies for reimbursement from department.

Prior approvals and clearance must be made from the union and/or department manger prior to signing up for any course requiring payment.

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Still have questions? Look for answers on our Education and Training Opportunities Frequently Asked Questions page.

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