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Training - 2015 Supervisory Group 2 Courses


The courses below are assigned to Supervisory Group 2. For instructions on which courses to take, see our 2015 Supervisory Group 2 Instruction Form

2015 Supervisory Group 2 Capstone Workshop
LaGov Learning Course Title: SCS CPTP 2015 Group 2 Capstone

This course is a culmination of the 2015 Supervisory Group 2 Program. It is required to complete the 2015 Supervisory Group 2 Program. The Capstone Workshop requires participants to actively engage with each other in cooperative learning experiences. The course content includes discussions, simulations, and group activities.

The 2015 Supervisory Group 2 Capstone Workshop assumes participants not only have taken course prerequisites but also are familiar with the material. Participants are welcome to revisit and review the prerequisite courses as often as they would like to before attending this class. CPTP recommends participants retake the web-based courses if there is a gap of more than six months between completing the prerequisite courses and the Capstone Workshop.

You are required to bring the course manual to class. You have the option of printing a manual, which can be found in the Links to More Information section of the course information in LEO or in the Manuals tile on the CPTP website, OR using the on-line fillable manual from your computer, tablet, or smart phone during class.

NOTE: 2015 Supervisory Core, 2015 Supervisory Group 1, and 2015 Supervisory Group 2 Programs each have a capstone workshop. The capstone workshops are required to complete each program.

Outcomes:
  • Learning how to think in a strategic manner
  • Prioritizing tasks with agency mission and vision
  • Applying situational leadership theories
  • How to develop a motivated workgroup
  • Demonstrating ethical leadership
  • Using emotional intelligence in the workplace
  • Finding a work-life balance
 Note:This course is also offered in a virtual format (3, 2-hour Workshops)
Primary Competencies: Secondary Competencies: Offering Information:
  • Thinking Strategically
  • Managing Conflict
  • Leading Effective Teams
  • Communicating Effectively
  • Driving Vision and Purpose
  • Exhibiting Social Awareness
  • Demonstrating Self-Awareness
  • Thinking Critically
  • Length: 7 hours
  • Audience: Supervisors
  • Delivery Method: Instructor-Led/Virtual





Critical Thinking
LaGov Learning Course Title: SCS CPTP Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking Process: Elements of Reasoning covers the basic process of critical thinking that can be used for any area, issue, or question you may be addressing. It also discusses fallacies of thinking that you may encounter. The scenario in this course is intended to guide you through the process while allowing you to practice using the information presented. 

Outcomes:
  • Define critical thinking
  • Analyze information needed to work through issues
  • Use the critical thinking process to solve problems
  • Recognize fallacies in your thinking.
Primary Competencies: Secondary Competencies: Offering Information:
  • Solving Problems
  • Thinking Strategically
  • Thinking Critically
  • Communicating Effectively
  • Length: 60 minutes
  • Audience: All Employees
  • Delivery Method: Web-Based





Emotional Intelligence 2
LaGov Learning Course Title: SCS CPTP Emotional Intelligence 2

To lead in today's world, one must possess Emotional Intelligence. Leaders are judged by how well they handle themselves and their employees. Focusing on the social competencies, this course will help you increase your social awareness, effectively manage your relationships, and improve the emotional intelligence of your team. The CPTP course, Emotional Intelligence 1: Personal Competence, focused on self-awareness, self-management, and self-motivation. This course builds on those practices and applies them to interpersonal situations.

Outcomes:
  • Explain social competence and its role in the workplace
  • Apply practices to increase your social awareness
  • Use techniques to improve your relationship management
  • Implement strategies to improve collaboration and teamwork
Primary Competencies: Secondary Competencies: Offering Information:
  • Exhibiting Social Awareness
  • Leading Effective Teams
  • Demonstrating Self-Awareness
  • Developing Performance
  • Demonstrating Accountability
  • Communicating Effectively
  • Length: 60 minutes
  • Audience: All Employees
  • Delivery Method: Web-Based





Ethical Leadership
LaGov Learning Course Title: SCS CPTP Ethical Leadership

This course covers the basics of ethical leadership and is designed to assist in determining possible unethical actions and recognize the differences between ethical and compliance questions.

Outcomes:
  • Discuss the differences between ethics and compliance
  • Summarize the sources of ethical behavior
  • Recognize the supervisor's responsibility to model ethical behavior
  • Describe possible ways to deal with unethical people
Primary Competencies: Secondary Competencies: Offering Information:
  • Acting with Ethics and Integrity
  • Following Policies and Procedures
  • Demonstrating Accountability
  • Communicating Effectively
  • Demonstrating Courage
  • Displaying Professionalism
  • Length: 60 minutes
  • Audience: Supervisors
  • Delivery Method: Web-Based





Organizational Dynamics
LaGov Learning Course Title: SCS CPTP Organizational Dynamics

This course illustrates how organizational dynamics are influenced by individuals and their use (or misuse) of workplace power and politics, as well as the existing organizational culture.

Outcomes:
  • Identify the types of power that exist within the workplace
  • Discuss the effects of workplace politics
  • Recognize the symptoms of dysfunction in the workplace
  • Apply solutions to improve organizational health
  • Explain organizational culture and its effects
  • Apply strategies for cultivating a positive organizational culture
Primary Competencies: Secondary Competencies: Offering Information:
  • Demonstrating Business Acumen
  • Exhibiting Social Awareness
  • Influencing Others
  • Building and Supporting Teams
  • Developing Performance
  • Managing Conflict
  • Communicating Effectively
  • Fostering Engagement
  • Length: 60 minutes
  • Audience: All Employees
  • Delivery Method: Web-Based





Prioritizing Tasks with Agency Mission and Values
LaGov Learning Course Title: SCS CPTP Prioritizing Mission Critical Tasks

Using established time management strategies, this course offers general guidelines and practical techniques for prioritizing tasks using the mission and vision of an agency. 

Outcomes:
  • Apply time management strategies to determine and address important/urgent tasks
  • Determine and prioritize mission critical tasks
  • Discuss the role of Strategic Alignment
  • Prioritize your own schedule in accordance with agency mission and goals
Primary Competencies: Secondary Competencies: Offering Information:
  • Demonstrating Business Acumen
  • Developing Plans
  • Managing Time
  • Driving Vision and Purpose
  • Length: 60 minutes
  • Audience: Supervisors
  • Delivery Method: Web-Based





Situational Leadership 2
LaGov Learning Course Title: SCS CPTP Situational Leadership 2

This course builds on the basic theories presented in the Situational Leadership 1 course, by offering you additional leadership strategies and examples of practical application you can use to enhance your team's performance.

Outcomes:
  • Explain Situational Leadership
  • Determine your employees' readiness levels
  • Apply leadership strategies appropriate to the situation at hand
  • Apply effective leadership techniques to facilitate employee development
Primary Competencies: Secondary Competencies: Offering Information:
  • Exhibiting Social Awareness
  • Leading Effective Teams
  • Communicating Effectively
  • Fostering Engagement
  • Developing Performance
  • Demonstrating Self-Awareness
  • Demonstrating Appreciation
  • Length: 60 minutes
  • Audience: Supervisors
  • Delivery Method: Web-Based





Strategic Thinking
LaGov Learning Course Title: SCS CPTP Strategic Thinking

This course will give you techniques to help you to become a strategic thinker. It will also help you use strategic thinking on the job, especially in relation to teams or supervisory duties.

Outcomes:
  • Explain strategic thinking and its benefits
  • Identify the traits of strategic thinkers
  • Overcome barriers to strategic thinking
  • Apply strategic thinking techniques in the workplace
Primary Competencies: Secondary Competencies: Offering Information:
  • Thinking Strategically
  • Driving Results
  • Driving Vision and Purpose
  • Building and Supporting Teams
  • Length: 60 minutes
  • Audience: All Employees
  • Delivery Method: Web-Based





Work-life Balance: Balancing Your Life
LaGov Learning Course Title: SCS CPTP Work Life Balance

This course discusses work-life balance.

Outcomes:
  • Define work-life balance
  • Analyze your current state of balance
  • Apply strategies to balance your life
  • Utilize techniques to maintain your balance
Primary Competencies: Secondary Competencies: Offering Information:
  • Developing Plans
  • Managing Time
  • Communicating Effectively
  • Demonstrating Self-Awareness
  • Exhibiting Social Awareness
  • Adapting to Change
  • Length: 30 minutes
  • Audience: All Employees
  • Delivery Method: Web-Based