CONTINUING  EDUCATION

In addition to college credits classes, The Labor Studies Program offers a regular series of one-day continuing education classes on specialized topics. Theses classes may be held as open enrollment or a local may sponsor a class for its members. The classes generally run for 7 ½ hours and can be scheduled anywhere in the state, or they may be offered nationwide via the CCBC interactive television setup.

The regular classes include:

Workers Compensation
This class provides a thorough examination of the law in Maryland, with a discussion of the "slip-trip-fall" standard now in effect. There will also be a full presentation on the role of the union stewards and officers in handling some workers comp claims.
Instructor: Charles Wagner

Public Speaking For Union Officers Scared to speak up?
This class provides guidance in three basic methods of speaking: one-on-one, small group and large group. Practice speeches will be videotaped for constructive criticism.
Instructor: Bill Barry

Computers for Union Officers
Need to develop your computer skills for the 21st century? This class is designed for the basic union functions, and shows you how to prepare letters and leaflets, how to maintain a data base and how to use the Internet and e-mail for effective communications and research.
Instructor: Ann Bonner

New Union Officers Training You just got elected. Now what?
This class will cover all of the important responsibilities of becoming an outstanding union officer. There will be an emphasis on strategic planning and on the legal and financial responsibilities of union office. Students will use a special text, The New Union Officers Handbook.
Instructor: Bill Barry

Starting a Local Organizing Program
As union membership declines, it is more important than ever for members and union officers to understand the importance and the strategies for new union organizing. This course will discuss the importance of targeting and the various ways to make initial contacts with unorganized workers.
Instructor: Bill Barry

Indoor Air Quality
The health hazards of working in a closed space, often called the "sick building syndrome," are discussed in a unique course, which includes a description of airborne illnesses, of how mechanical and HVAC system operate, and how a union can deal effectively and proactively with these problems.
Instructors: Kate McPhaul, Mac Allen and Bill Barry

Special Topics
In addition to these regular courses, the Labor Studies Program offers specialized continuing education courses, such as steward training, costing out a contract, strategic planning, or any other unique presentation needed by a union. The course is developed with the local officers and can be directed at a particular industry or contract.

CONTINUING  EDUCATION

In addition to college credits classes, The Labor Studies Program offers a regular series of one-day continuing education classes on specialized topics. Theses classes may be held as open enrollment or a local may sponsor a class for its members. The classes generally run for 7 ½ hours and can be scheduled anywhere in the state, or they may be offered nationwide via the CCBC interactive television setup.

The regular classes include:

Workers Compensation
This class provides a thorough examination of the law in Maryland, with a discussion of the "slip-trip-fall" standard now in effect. There will also be a full presentation on the role of the union stewards and officers in handling some workers comp claims.
Instructor: Charles Wagner

Public Speaking For Union Officers Scared to speak up?
This class provides guidance in three basic methods of speaking: one-on-one, small group and large group. Practice speeches will be videotaped for constructive criticism.
Instructor: Bill Barry

Computers for Union Officers
Need to develop your computer skills for the 21st century? This class is designed for the basic union functions, and shows you how to prepare letters and leaflets, how to maintain a data base and how to use the Internet and e-mail for effective communications and research.
Instructor: Ann Bonner

New Union Officers Training You just got elected. Now what?
This class will cover all of the important responsibilities of becoming an outstanding union officer. There will be an emphasis on strategic planning and on the legal and financial responsibilities of union office. Students will use a special text, The New Union Officers Handbook.
Instructor: Bill Barry

Starting a Local Organizing Program
As union membership declines, it is more important than ever for members and union officers to understand the importance and the strategies for new union organizing. This course will discuss the importance of targeting and the various ways to make initial contacts with unorganized workers.
Instructor: Bill Barry

Indoor Air Quality
The health hazards of working in a closed space, often called the "sick building syndrome," are discussed in a unique course, which includes a description of airborne illnesses, of how mechanical and HVAC system operate, and how a union can deal effectively and proactively with these problems.
Instructors: Kate McPhaul, Mac Allen and Bill Barry

Special Topics
In addition to these regular courses, the Labor Studies Program offers specialized continuing education courses, such as steward training, costing out a contract, strategic planning, or any other unique presentation needed by a union. The course is developed with the local officers and can be directed at a particular industry or contract.