The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama is pleased to offer a range of training suitable for your business, no matter your needs.
Our in-class sessions offer hands-on seminars in a traditional classroom setting led by experts in their field, while our interactive, instructor-led online Ed2Go courses allow you to set your own schedule and train at your convenience.
View both classroom and online training classes below.
March 30, 2023
1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Chamber of Commerce
Cost: $35 per Chamber member, $40 per non-member
Overview:
We know all too well that conflict is inevitable. By understanding the triggers of conflict along with the basic responses to conflict, attendees will gain a foundational understanding of helpful approaches to managing conflict within the workplace. Attendees will participate in activities and group-based discussions that relate to various scenarios within the workplace and will enhance one’s personal confidence and motivation to manage conflict more efficiently.
What you will learn:
Eligible participants completing this training will earn 2.0 SHRM Professional Development Credits.
Workshop Lead: Dr. Jennifer F. Humber, Assistant Professor of Consumer Sciences, The University of Alabama.
*This seminar is sponsored by the Graduate Certificate Program in Conflict Resolution, College of Human Environmental Sciences, the University of Alabama.
April 26, 2023
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Chamber of Commerce
Cost: $35 per Chamber member, $40 per non-member
Overview:
Explore best practices of effective negotiation by learning to identify and apply optimal strategies that will build productive relationships in respective workplace environments. The process of effective negotiation will be introduced, including aspects of preparation, communication, meeting dynamics, bargaining, resolution, and relationship building. By applying a skillful approach through interest-based negotiation strategies, participants will create value in themselves and with others through intentional efforts to achieve personalized goals and enhance professional relationships.
What You Will Learn:
Attendees will be able to:
Eligible participants completing this training will earn 2.0 SHRM Professional Development Credits.
Workshop Lead: Dr. Jennifer F. Humber, Assistant Professor of Consumer Sciences, The University of Alabama.
*This seminar is sponsored by the Graduate Certificate Program in Conflict Resolution, College of Human Environmental Sciences, the University of Alabama.
July 20, 2023
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m
Chamber of Commerce
Cost: $35 per Chamber member, $40 per non-member
Overview:
Do you consistently doubt yourself? Do you find yourself occupied with trying to please others? Psychotherapist and owner of Perception Counseling Service, Jennifer Vanhorn will assist with identifying ways to make self a priority this new year. You will also learn about the benefits of life balance and setting goals for self. Most importantly, you will learn how to identify your own wants, needs, and purpose. Join us as we focus on our individual journey of finding SELF.
What You Will Learn:
Eligible participants completing this training will earn 1.5 SHRM Professional Development Credits.
Workshop Lead: Jennifer Vanhorn, LICSW-S, CEO & Lead Clinician, Perception Counseling Services, LLC