CAI Announces March 2013 Training Seminars And Development Programs In Greensboro

GREENSBORO, NC, March 06, 2013

Bruce Clarke, president and CEO of CAI (http://www.capital.org), a human resource management firm that helps organizations maximize employee engagement while minimizing employer liability, announced the company's March 2013 schedule of training and development seminars. All courses will be held at CAI's Greensboro location at 7817 National Service Road, Suite 509 unless otherwise noted.

-"Forklift Operator: Train the Trainer" is a full-day course that will provide participants with the needed formal training for serving as a designated forklift trainer. During the course, which is based on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Revised Standard for Powered Industrial Truck Operator Training, participants will review the formal, or classroom, section of the required forklift training to learn how to become an effective instructor. The course will take place on Wednesday, March 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/chPa8d.

-"Cutting Your Workers' Compensation Costs: How to Reduce Costs and Avoid Pitfalls" is a one-day course designed to provide HR professionals with tools and strategies to manage difficult Workers' Compensation claims. During the course, participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the Workers' Compensation process and will develop strategies for aggressive claims management. Additionally, participants will discuss the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) organizational expectations and record keeping requirements. The course will take place on Thursday, March 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/bArub0.

-"The Basics of Self-Funded Health Plans" is a free three-hour seminar that will cover the basics of self-funded health plans against the backdrop of healthcare reform, examining common terminology and disadvantages to self-funding. During the seminar, attendees will learn the risks and potential rewards of self-funding and the key differences of self-funded plans from fully-insured plans. Additionally, attendees will learn about the different types of stop loss coverage and reinsurance contracts, and what types of pitfalls to avoid when self-funding. At the end of the seminar, participants will be able to determine whether self-funding is the right approach for their business. Presentations will be led by Rob Krieg and Dax Hill from Hill, Chesson, & Woody Health and Welfare services. The seminar will take place on Tuesday, March 19 from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1 p.m. to 4p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/XNHFl1.

-"Communication and Conflict Resolution: Mastering the Key Skills for Working Effectively with Others" is a one-day course in which participants will learn how to build productive work relationships by utilizing effective communication skills and working toward collaboration. During the course, attendees will identify individual conflict triggers and strategies for avoiding conflict as well as discover strategies for working with difficult people and better managing responses. The program will take place on Wednesday, March 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/d7hjER.

-"Fundamentals of Management Certification Program" is a two-day interactive program designed to help managers master the key competencies associated with effective leadership: leadership vision, values and character, communication, coaching, and credibility. During the course, participants will learn and practice applying the necessary skills for positively influencing employees to optimal performance and productivity. By the end of the course, participants will be able to develop a personalized leadership action plan, eliminate filters that hinder effective communication, develop strategies for improving coaching skills, define and develop levels of individual credibility, and more. The course will take place on Wednesday, March 20 and Thursday, March 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/bIWEzs.

-"Ask the Expert - Tweet This: You're Fired!" is an interactive program led by Jonathan Yarbrough, attorney and partner of Constangy, Brooks & Smith, LLC. During the program, participants will discuss options and approaches to handling employee use, or misuse, of social media. Additionally, the program will address employee privacy concerns and how to combat employee beliefs that social media activity is completely private, even when this is not the case. Part of CAI's Ask The Expert Series, the program is built to be highly-interactive and participants are encouraged to bring forth any relevant questions for discussion. The program is available in-person on Wednesday, March 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. or via the Web on Tuesday, March 26 from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/WZ4t2Q.

-"Fundamentals of Supervision Certification Program" is a two-day program designed to help first-time supervisors and managers establish a strong foundation for supervisory success. During the course, attendees will learn how to define their roles as supervisors, avoid common pitfalls as new supervisors, delegate tasks, effectively deliver messages to varying communication styles, apply a model to successfully manage conflict and identify strategies to motivate employees. The program will take place Tuesday, March 26 and Wednesday, March 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/9TWV1s.

QUOTES:
"We are excited to announce our latest, interactive seminars for March in Greensboro," said Clarke. "These seminars support the career development needs professionals in the Triad and offer information on the most relevant updates for the HR industry and beyond to support the overall growth of the Triad's business community."

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DETAILS:
- All events are open to both CAI members and nonmembers, unless otherwise noted.

ABOUT CAI:
CAI is a trusted resource for HR, compliance and people development. With locations in Raleigh and Greensboro, CAI is a membership-driven organization that helps North Carolina employers maximize employee engagement and minimize employer liability through human resources and management advice, training, news, survey data, public policy advocacy and consulting services. For more information, please call (919) 878-9222 or visit http://www.capital.org.

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