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Current training courses

We are currently offering the following courses. Using the registration links below you can:

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Promoting positive behaviour at work
(previously Workplace bullying, discrimination and harassment)

Recommended for: non supervisory employees

This workshop for staff identifies appropriate and inappropriate behaviours and some low key, but effective, ways of intervening early. By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Describe what is meant by discrimination, harassment and bullying
  • Understand its impact in the workplace
  • Understand their rights and responsibilities
  • Know what to do and where to go for help
Time: 3 hours (9:30am - 12:30pm)
Cost: $150
Course dates: Wednesday 27 March (CANCELLED), Friday 7 June 2013

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Nipping problems in the bud and complaint handling

Recommended for: supervisors, managers, HR consultants

This workshop emphasises the role the manager can and must play in the early intervention of grievances that are reported to them or that they observe. By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

  • Better identify the line between inappropriate and appropriate behaviours
  • Know what to do if they observe inappropriate behaviours or if someone approaches them with a grievance
  • Bring people together to resolve conflict
Time: 1 day (9:30am - 3:30pm - lunch provided)
Cost: $300
Course dates: Thursday 14 March (CANCELLED), Wednesday 15 May 2013

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Contact Person: role and responsibilities

Recommended for: newly or recently appointed contact persons
Not recommended for managers or supervisors

This workshop explores the role of the contact person, the first contact for people who believe they have been subjected to bullying, discrimination and harassment. By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

  • Describe what is meant by discrimination, harassment and bullying and understand its impact
  • Understand the role and responsibilities of the contact person and learn the skills required to undertake the role
  • Apply these skills to hypothetical scenarios
Time: 1 day (9:30am - 4:00pm - lunch provided)
Cost: $345
Course dates:

Thursday 21 February (FULL), Thursday 11 April (FULL), Friday 31 May (FULL), Thursday 13 June 2013
(Note: book early for this course as it will book out)

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Contact Person: refresher

Recommended for: existing contact persons

This workshop is designed to provide existing contact persons with an opportunity to get together and brush up on some of the essential skills and knowledge they need to perform their role. The aims of the workshop are to:

  • Revisit the role of the contact person
  • Practice the skills required using relevant case scenarios
  • Address any concerns or dilemmas faced by participants in their role as contact person
Time: 3 hours (9:30am - 12:30pm)
Cost: $150
Course dates: Thursday 9 May 2013 (FULL - please contact us if you would like to go on our waitlist)

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Refresher training for managers and supervisors

This practical workshop is designed to refresh the skills and knowledge of managers and supervisors in the early intervention of disputes and complaint handling. It also aims to provide participants with the opportunity to exchange their experiences, ideas and strategies with other managers and supervisors, in effectively managing workplace disputes. Participants will also examine what their organisation is currently doing (could be doing) to support and assist them in this area of their work.

Time: 3 hours (9:30am - 12:30pm)
Cost: $150
Course dates: Tuesday 5 March 2013

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Courses available upon request

Recruitment dilemmas

tools for avoiding discrimination during recruitment

Recommended: HR consultants, supervisors, employment services personnel
Time: 3 hours

Developing workplace equal opportunity policies

learn how to draft and adopt equal opportunity policies and procedures

Recommended: managers, HR consultants
Time: 3 hours

Advocates and community workers

explore the role of the advocate and community worker in the complaints process

Recommended: advocates and community workers providing advice to community members
Time: 2 hours

Volunteers and fair treatment
discuss the role and responsibilities of the volunteer under the Equal Opportunity Act

Recommended: volunteers and volunteer coordinators
Time: 3 hours

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