Labor Education Workshops

 To register for workshops, please call the Region 1 office at 631-600-4800.

Download PDF of current workshops in Long Island Region 1

STEWARD- HAMPTON BAYS (Region 1)**

The strength of our Union rests with the recruitment and education of new activists, often in the role of Steward.  This two-part workshop provides the skills that are needed to carry out the responsibilities of the Steward, including: communicating, organizing, and leading employees in the workplace. This workshop is designed for Local/Unit Officers, Stewards, Activists and Grievance Representatives who are interested in building and strengthening the union. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified Stewards in CSEA.

Wednesday, May 20 , and Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2232

Call (631) 462-0030 to register.

Local Government / Private Sector Grievance Representation- EAST MEDFORD (Region 1) **

In this basic workshop participants will learn how to work with their contract; examine the grievance procedure; and understand their role and responsibility as a grievance representative. Completion of this workshop complies with the grievance representation training requirement as outlined in the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions Article V, Section 6. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified to process grievances in CSEA. Please bring your contract to this workshop.

Tuesday, May 26 , and Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

Call (631) 462-0030 to register.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2270

-Local Government / Private Sector Grievance Representation- Commack (Region 1) **

In this basic workshop participants will learn how to work with their contract; examine the grievance procedure; and understand their role and responsibility as a grievance representative. Completion of this workshop complies with the grievance representation training requirement as outlined in the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions Article V, Section 6. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified to process grievances in CSEA. Please bring your contract to this workshop.

Wednesday, July 15, and Thursday, July 16, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.  

Call (631) 462-0030 to register.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2350

-Local Government Discipline and Interrogation

In this basic workshop, participants will review the elements of their contract disciplinary procedure and/or Civil Service Law Section 75, the categories of discipline and the basic steps and rights of union representatives and employees in disciplinary interrogations. Completion of this workshop complies with the disciplinary training requirement as outlined in the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions’ Article V, Section 6. Participants must complete this workshop and be designated by their Local/Unit President to represent members in the disciplinary process.

Saturday, July 25^th, 2026, from 8:30am to 3:30pm.

Call (631) 462-0030 to register.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2351

** This is a two part workshop. You must complete both sessions to receive credit.

To register for workshops, please call the Region 2 office at 646-527-6500.

Download PDF of current workshops in Metropolitan Region 2

Steward- STATEN ISLAND  (Region 2)**

The strength of our Union rests with the recruitment and education of new activists, often in the role of Steward.  This two-part workshop provides the skills that are needed to carry out the responsibilities of the Steward, including: communicating, organizing, and leading employees in the workplace. This workshop is designed for Local/Unit Officers, Stewards, Activists and Grievance Representatives who are interested in building and strengthening the union. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified Stewards in CSEA.

Wednesday, May 27 , and Thursday, May 28, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2235

Call: (212) 406-2156 to register.

State Government Grievance- STATEN ISLAND (Region 2)**

In this basic workshop participants will learn how to work with their contract; examine the grievance procedure; and understand their role and responsibility as a grievance representative. Completion of this workshop complies with the grievance representation training requirement as outlined in the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions Article V, Section 6. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified to process grievances in CSEA.

Wednesday, June 10 , and Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2234

Call: (212) 406-2156 to register.

** This is a two part workshop. You must complete both sessions to receive credit.

To register for workshops, please call the Region 3 office at 845-831-1000.

Download PDF of current workshops in Southern Region 3

Local Government Discipline and Interrogation- YONKERS (Region 3)**

In this basic workshop, participants will review the elements of their contract disciplinary procedure and/or Civil Service Law Section 75, the categories of discipline and the basic steps and rights of union representatives and employees in disciplinary interrogations. Completion of this workshop complies with the disciplinary training requirement as outlined in the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions’ Article V, Section 6. Participants must complete this workshop and be designated by their Local/Unit President to represent members in the disciplinary process.

Tuesday, May 19 , and Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2240

Call (845) 831-1000 to register.

STEWARD- New City (Region 3)

The strength of our Union rests with the recruitment and education of new activists, often in the role of Steward.  This two-part workshop provides the skills that are needed to carry out the responsibilities of the Steward, including: communicating, organizing, and leading employees in the workplace. This workshop is designed for Local/Unit Officers, Stewards, Activists and Grievance Representatives who are interested in building and strengthening the union. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified Stewards in CSEA.

Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2241

Call (845) 831-1000 to register.

Local Government Discipline and Interrogation- NEW CITY (Region 3)**

In this basic workshop, participants will review the elements of their contract disciplinary procedure and/or Civil Service Law Section 75, the categories of discipline and the basic steps and rights of union representatives and employees in disciplinary interrogations. Completion of this workshop complies with the disciplinary training requirement as outlined in the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions’ Article V, Section 6. Participants must complete this workshop and be designated by their Local/Unit President to represent members in the disciplinary process.

Wednesday, June 24 , and Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2242

Call (845) 831-1000 to register.

• State Government Grievance- BEACON

In this basic workshop participants will learn how to work with their contract; examine the grievance procedure; and understand their role and responsibility as a grievance representative. Completion of this workshop complies with the grievance representation training requirement as outlined in the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions Article V, Section 6. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified to process grievances in CSEA.

Tuesday, July 21 and Thursday, July 22, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

Call: (845) 831-1000 to register.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2352

• LGPSG-BEACON

In this basic workshop participants will learn how to work with their contract; examine the grievance procedure; and understand their role and responsibility as a grievance representative. Completion of this workshop complies with the grievance representation training requirement as outlined in the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions Article V, Section 6. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified to process grievances in CSEA. Please bring your contract to this workshop.

Tuesday, August 11 and Wednesday, August 12, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

Call: (845) 831-1000 to register.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2353

• State Government Discipline and Interrogation-BEACON

This workshop is designed to provide State bargaining unit officers and activists with the skills needed to effectively represent members in the disciplinary process. Participants will review the elements of their contract disciplinary procedure; identify the categories of discipline and how to investigate disciplinary grievances; distinguish the difference between an interview and an interrogation; and recognize employee/union rights and limitations within the discipline and interrogation process. Completion of this workshop complies with the disciplinary training requirement as outlined in the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions’ Article V, Section 6. Activists must complete this workshop and be designated by their Local/Unit President to represent members in the disciplinary process.

Wednesday, August 19 and Thursday, August 20, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

Call: (845) 831-1000 to register.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2354

• Local Government Discipline and Interrogation BEACON

In this basic workshop, participants will review the elements of their contract disciplinary procedure and/or Civil Service Law Section 75, the categories of discipline and the basic steps and rights of union representatives and employees in disciplinary interrogations. Completion of this workshop complies with the disciplinary training requirement as outlined in the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions’ Article V, Section 6. Participants must complete this workshop and be designated by their Local/Unit President to represent members in the disciplinary process.

Wednesday, August 26 and Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

Call: (845) 831-1000 to register.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2355

**This is a 2-part workshop, must participate in both parts to receive credit.

To register for workshops, please call the Region 4 office at 518-782-4400.

To register for workshops, please call the Region 5 office at 315-433-0050.

Download PDF of current workshops in Central Region 5

Local Government / Private Sector Grievance Representation- FULTON (Region 5)**

In this basic workshop participants will learn how to work with their contract; examine the grievance procedure; and understand their role and responsibility as a grievance representative. Completion of this workshop complies with the grievance representation training requirement as outlined in the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions Article V, Section 6. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified to process grievances in CSEA. Please bring your contract to this workshop.

Tuesday, June 2 , and Wednesday, June 3, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2254

Call (315)433-0050 to register.

Steward- Morrisville (Region 5)**

The strength of our Union rests with the recruitment and education of new activists, often in the role of Steward.  This two-part workshop provides the skills that are needed to carry out the responsibilities of the Steward, including: communicating, organizing, and leading employees in the workplace. This workshop is designed for Local/Unit Officers, Stewards, Activists and Grievance Representatives who are interested in building and strengthening the union. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified Stewards in CSEA.

Wednesday, June 3 , and Thursday, June 4, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2255

Call (315)433-0050 to register.

Steward- BINGHAMTON (Region 5)**

The strength of our Union rests with the recruitment and education of new activists, often in the role of Steward.  This two-part workshop provides the skills that are needed to carry out the responsibilities of the Steward, including: communicating, organizing, and leading employees in the workplace. This workshop is designed for Local/Unit Officers, Stewards, Activists and Grievance Representatives who are interested in building and strengthening the union. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified Stewards in CSEA.

Monday,  June 15 , and Thursday, June 16, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2256

Call (315)433-0050 to register.

SGG- BINGHAMTON(Region 5)**

In this basic workshop participants will learn how to work with their contract; examine the grievance procedure; and understand their role and responsibility as a grievance representative. Completion of this workshop complies with the grievance representation training requirement as outlined in the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions Article V, Section 6. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified to process grievances in CSEA.

Wednesday, June 17 , and Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2257

Call (315)433-0050 to register.

Local Government / Private Sector Grievance Representation- ROME (Region 5)**

In this basic workshop participants will learn how to work with their contract; examine the grievance procedure; and understand their role and responsibility as a grievance representative. Completion of this workshop complies with the grievance representation training requirement as outlined in the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions Article V, Section 6. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified to process grievances in CSEA. Please bring your contract to this workshop.

Wednesday, June 24 , and Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2258

Call (315)433-0050 to register.

• State Government Grievance-EAST SYRACUSE

In this basic workshop participants will learn how to work with their contract; examine the grievance procedure; and understand their role and responsibility as a grievance representative. Completion of this workshop complies with the grievance representation training requirement as outlined in the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions Article V, Section 6. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified to process grievances in CSEA.

Monday, July 6, and Tuesday, July 7, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. 

Call (315) 433-0915 to register.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2363

• LGPSG- EAST SYRACUSE

In this basic workshop participants will learn how to work with their contract; examine the grievance procedure; and understand their role and responsibility as a grievance representative. Completion of this workshop complies with the grievance representation training requirement as outlined in the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions Article V, Section 6. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified to process grievances in CSEA. Please bring your contract to this workshop.

Monday, July 13, and Tuesday, July 14, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. 

Call (315) 433-0915 to register.

https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2364

**This is a 2-part workshop, must participate in both parts to receive credit.

To register for workshops, please call the Region 6 office at 716-799-8040.

Download PDF of current workshop in Western Region 6

To register for virtual webinars, use the included link or call your region:

Region 1 – (631) 462-0030   Region 4 – (518) 782-4400
Region 2 – (212) 406-2156   Region 5 – (800) 559-7975
Region 3 – (845) 831-1000   Region 6 – (716) 691-6555

Please note that due to scheduling conflicts, there is a limited virtual schedule for May, particularly in the evenings. There will be more evening classes in June.

The 7 Tests of Just Cause

In this webinar, you will learn about the seven tests management must meet in order to discipline an employee.  This will be especially useful for members who have already taken a Discipline and Interrogation workshop from the Education and Training department.  Attendance of this workshop does not meet officers’ and discipline representatives’ Discipline & Interrogation training requirement.

This workshop is open to all CSEA Members.

Tuesday, May 19, 12 pm – 1 pm

To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2323

Grievance Representation Recertification

This workshop is designed for officers and activists who have completed the basic grievance representation workshop. In this interactive workshop, participants will practice reviewing fact patterns, conduct a grievance investigation, apply applicable contract language, and discuss the basics of presenting a grievance to management. Completion of this workshop will ensure compliance with the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions’ Article 5, Section 6.

This workshop is for ALL State, Local Government and Private Sector bargaining unit officers and activists who have completed the two-part basic grievance representation workshop.

Wednesday, May 20, 12 pm – 2 pm

To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2324

Local Government Discipline and Interrogation RECERTIFICATION

This workshop is for officers and activists in Local Government, NYS Authorities and Canals bargaining units who have completed the basic Local Government Discipline workshop. Participants will have an opportunity to review their role and employee rights within the disciplinary process and practice their skills in preparing and representing members during disciplinary interrogations. Completion of this workshop will ensure compliance with the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions’ Article 5, Section 6. Participants must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit President to be certified to represent members in the disciplinary process.

Wednesday, May 27, 12 pm – 2 pm

To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2325

Looking for virtual grievance and discipline recertification classes? Stay tuned for the Summer Series, starting in July!

Contract Negotiations: Team Training

This interactive workshop is designed for local government and private sector officers and activists who wish to develop a strategy for the Contract Negotiating Team that accompanies the Labor Relations Specialist to the bargaining table to negotiate the bargaining unit’s collective bargaining agreement.

June 3 (Wed) and June 4 (Thu), 6 pm to 8 pm**

To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2356

 Labor History

Labor History is our history! But what is Labor History? Labor activists rarely have the opportunity to reflect on the history of labor and the American labor movement. In this workshop, participants will learn about different events in labor history, including the workplace struggles that preceded us. We will discuss how we can use our knowledge of these struggles to help write the history of the current and future labor movement. Finally, we will learn how CSEA’s history fits into the American labor movement.

June 8 (Mon) and June 9 (Tue), 6 pm to 8 pm**

To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2357

Labor-Management Committee Training

This workshop provides CSEA Local Government and Private Sector Officers and activists with an overview on the role of labor-management committees in resolving workplace issues, including what types of issues are appropriate for labor-management committees, operating procedures for such committees, and principled or “interest-based” bargaining techniques to use in labor-management discussions. In addition, participants will role play a labor-management committee session.

Thursday, June 18, 6 pm to 8 pm

To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2358

Conducting Successful Meetings

Much of the business of the union is done during meetings–general membership meetings, executive board meetings, committee meetings, steward meetings and many other types of meetings. In order for these meetings to be productive and useful, the leaders and participants of the meetings must be aware of some basic information. In this workshop, we will identify the characteristics of successful meetings, examine the different types of meetings held within the union context, learn the basics of parliamentary procedure, and practice meeting preparation and participation techniques.

Monday, June 22, 6 pm to 8 pm

To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2359

All About Our Union: A CSEA Member Orientation Workshop!

Today’s unions must work hard every day to hold on to what we have accomplished. Our strength depends upon member involvement and the recruitment and education of new leaders. This member orientation workshop is designed to provide participants with knowledge and information about CSEA. In this workshop, participants will be provided with an overview of CSEA, including the history, structure, resources available, the benefits of membership, and becoming involved in education opportunities. Come join us and learn more about your Union —- CSEA!

Tuesday, June 23, 12 pm to 1 pm

To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2360

Inside the Time and Attendance Process

This advanced workshop is designed to provide State Government bargaining unit officers and disciplinary representatives with basic knowledge and skills necessary to represent members under the Article 33 Time and Attendance Procedure. In this workshop participants will review the elements of Article 33.5 and discuss basic steps and rights of union representatives and employees under this procedure with a focus on Settlements and the Hearing Process. Participants must complete this workshop and be designated by their Local/Unit President to represent members under this procedure.

This workshop is for State Government bargaining unit officers and disciplinary representatives that have completed the CSEA State Government Discipline and Interrogation Workshop and are designated to represent members under Article 33 Time and Attendance Procedure.

June 24 (Wed) and June 25 (Thu), 6 pm to 8 pm**

To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=2361

**This is a 2-part workshop, must participate in both parts to receive credit

**This is a 2-part workshop, must participate in both parts to receive credit

(Zoom links for Education and Training Webinar are sent from education.training@no-reply.zoom.us)