REGISTRATION OPPORTUNITY

The T.V.D.S.B. is pleased to introduce SkillSoft, an e-learning tool accessible from the convenience of your work or home computer for permanent, full-time Support Staff, including employees in the following groups: AAPSP, CEI, CUPE 4222 (A, B AND D), CUPE 7575 C, PSSP, and Managers.

SkillSoft is a self-directed, self-paced learning tool, designed to supplement traditional instructor-led courses, providing a greater opportunity for skill development.

Participation in the 6-month pilot project is scheduled from June 15, 2009 to December 22, 2009.

Registration and additional details are available in the Employee Portal. Registration is now open, closing on June 5, 2009 at 9 pm and is on a first come, first serve basis.

Registrants will receive confirmation of registration and log-in details the first week of June.

Commitment
In order to participate in this pilot project, you must commit to completing at least 2 full courses (average course length is 2 to 8 hours) by December 22, 2009 and have the approval of your direct supervisor prior to registering in the Employee Portal.

When selecting courses, aligning your professional development needs to your current goals established during the goal setting process is recommended.

To view the available courses, please click on the link to the catalogue (courses have the blue link beside the title):

The following are examples of courses of study:
- Accounting Fundamentals
- Getting Started-The Administrative Support Professional
- Communication Skills for Successful Management
- Taking on a Management Role
- Essentials of Electronic Communication
- Supply Chain Management Strategies
- Avoiding Grammatical Errors in Business Writing
- Setting the Stage for IT Success

See the flyer for more information
Should you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact System Staff Development.

System Staff Development
Thames Valley District School Board
Supervisor – Karen Button
Staff Development Coordinator – Michelle Verhey-Korpan x 20506
Secretarial Assistant – Kim French x 20214 Clerical Assistant – Jamie Ellington x 20213

Telephone: 519-452-2000 x 20214 Fax: 519-452-2692
Email: systemstaffdevelopment@tvdsb.on.ca

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Last modified: June 3, 2009