Education and Training
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For in-person select your Region below or select VIRTUAL to view workshop offerings
Long Island Region
To Register for any of these workshops please call the Region 1 office at 631-600-4800.
Local Government Discipline and Interrogation
Levittown
Levittown Memorial Education Center, 150 Abbey Lane, Levittown, NY 11756
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.
May 29 (Wed.) and May 30 (Thu.), 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm**
**This is a 2-part workshop, must participate in both parts to receive credit
**Must attend both days
Metropolitan Region
To Register for any of these workshops please call the Region 2 office at 646-527-6500.
Steward
CSEA Region 2 Office (Lower Manhattan)
125 Maiden Lane 5th Floor, New York, New York 10038
Our union is strongest when our members come together, ready to fight for what’s right. Every day, CSEA stewards make this happen at worksites throughout the state. In this two-part workshop, you will learn more about our union and how stewards build power by organizing, educating, and communicating with coworkers.
This workshop is for all CSEA Members who want to build a stronger union.
May 7 (Tue.) and May 8 (Wed.), 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm**
**This is a 2-part workshop, must participate in both parts to receive credit
**Must attend both days
Southern Region
To Register for any of these workshops please call the Region 3 office at 845-831-1000.
Steward
CSEA Local 844 Office (New City)
20 Squadron Blvd., Suite 580, New City, NY 10956
Our union is strongest when our members come together, ready to fight for what’s right. Every day, CSEA stewards make this happen at worksites throughout the state. In this two-part workshop, you will learn more about our union and how stewards build advanc by organizing, educating, and communicating with coworkers.
This workshop is for all CSEA Members who want to build a stronger union.
April 10 (Wed.) and April 11 (Thu.), 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm**
**This is a 2-part workshop, must participate in both parts to receive credit
**Must attend both days
Capital Region
To Register for any of these workshops please call the Region 4 office at 518-782-4400.
Steward
CSEA Plattsburgh Satellite office
6 Booth Drive, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Our union is strongest when our members come together, ready to fight for what’s right. Every day, CSEA stewards make this happen at worksites throughout the state. In this two-part workshop, you will learn more about our union and how stewards build power by organizing, educating, and communicating with coworkers.
This workshop is for all CSEA Members who want to build a stronger union.
May 14 (Tue.) and May 15 (Wed.), 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm**
**This is a 2-part workshop, must participate in both parts to receive credit
**Must attend both days
Central Region
To Register for any of these workshops please call the Region 5 office at 315-433-0050.
Local Government / Private Sector Grievance Representation
CSEA Local 805 Office (Allegany)
80 N. 4th Street, Suite 111, Allegany, NY 14706
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.
April 30 (Tue.) and May 1 (Wed.), 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm**
Public Speaking
CSEA Binghamton Satellite Office
Bache Building, 71 State Street, Binghamton, New York 13901
Are you worried that you’ll go blank before an audience? Or are you just looking for tips to improve your oral presentations? In this workshop participants will review the elements of creating and delivering a short presentation designed to move people to action.
May 8 (Wed.) and May 9 (Thu.), 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm**
**This is a 2-part workshop, must participate in both parts to receive credit
**Must attend both days
Western Region
To Register for any of these workshops please call the Region 6 office at 716-799-8040.
Local Government / Private Sector Grievance Representation
Allegany
80 N. 4th St. Suite 111, 14706
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.
April 30- May 1 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm**
Local Government Discipline and Interrogation
Amherst
CSEA Region 6 Office, 120 Pineview Drive, Amherst, New York 14228
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, May 4, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Local Government / Private Sector Grievance Representation
Amherst
CSEA Region 6 Office, 120 Pineview Drive, Amherst, New York 14228
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.
Saturday, May 11, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Inside the Time and Attendance Process
CSEA Region 6 Office (Amherst)
120 Pineview Dr, Amherst, New York 14228
This advanced workshop is designed to provide State Government bargaining unit officers
and disciplinary representatives who have completed the basic discipline workshop with basic knowledge and skills necessary to represent members under the Article 33 Time and Attendance Procedure. Participants must complete this workshop and be designated by their Local/Unit President to represent members under this procedure.
Tuesday, May 14, 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm
All About Our Union: A CSEA Member Orientation Workshop
CSEA Region 6 Office (Amherst)
120 Pineview Dr, Amherst, New York 14228
This workshop is designed to give members and activists knowledge and information
about what it means to be part of CSEA.
Wednesday, May 15, 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Local Government Discipline and Interrogation
CSEA Rochester Satellite Office
3495 Winton Place, Building E- Suite 3, Rochester, New York 14623
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.
May 15 (Wed.) and May 16 (Thu.), 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm**
Local Government Discipline and Interrogation
Amherst
CSEA Region 6 Office, 120 Pineview Drive, Amherst, New York 14228
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.
May 28 (Tue.) and May 29 (Wed.), 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm**
** Must attend both days
VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS FOR MEMBERS IN ALL REGIONS
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
Representing Members in Discipline and Interrogations Recertification
This workshop is designed for officers and activists that have completed the basic workshop. Participants will have an opportunity to review their role and employee rights within the disciplinary process and practice their skills in preparing for and representing members during disciplinary interrogations.
Completion of this workshop will ensure compliance with the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions’ Article 5, Section 6. To be appointed as a certified Discipline & Interrogation Representative, members must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit Presidents.
This workshop is for ALL State, Local Government and Private Sector bargaining unit officers and activists who have completed the basic discipline and Interrogation workshop.
Wednesday, April 24, from 6 pm to 8 pm
To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1262
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.
Thursday, April 25, from 12 pm to 1 pm
To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1263
How to Conduct a New Member Orientation
With the Supreme Court’s decision in Janus v. AFSCME, it is more important than ever that we introduce new employees to the benefits we have fought for and won. This program is designed to give you the resources necessary to implement and build your own new member orientation program for your local or unit.
This workshop is for Local and Unit officers and activists who are interested in building a more effective New Member Orientation Program.
Tuesday, April 30, from 12 pm to 2 pm
To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1264
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.
Wednesday, May 1, and Thursday, May 2, from 6 pm to 8 pm
To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1265
Private Sector Discipline: Representing Members in Interrogations
Would you like to learn how to build a stronger union? Do you want to know what is required to represent your brothers and sisters effectively? In this webinar, you will review the elements of your contractual disciplinary procedure and your rights as union representatives in interrogations/investigatory interviews. Also learn how to defend the rights of members in interrogations/investigatory interviews and how to distinguish between an interrogation/investigatory interview and other supervisory discussions that do not entitle workers to union representation.
This workshop is for private sector local officers and activists.
Monday, May 6, from 6 pm to 8 pm
To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1266
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.
Tuesday, May 7, from 6 pm to 8 pm
To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1267
Grievance Representation Recertification
This workshop is designed for officers and activists that 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 8, from 12 pm to 2 pm
To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1268
Representing Members in Discipline and Interrogations Recertification
This workshop is designed for officers and activists that have completed the basic workshop. Participants will have an opportunity to review their role and employee rights within the disciplinary process and practice their skills in preparing for and representing members during disciplinary interrogations.
Completion of this workshop will ensure compliance with the CSEA Local and Unit Constitutions’ Article 5, Section 6. To be appointed as a certified Discipline & Interrogation Representative, members must complete this workshop and be appointed by their Local/Unit Presidents.
This workshop is for ALL State, Local Government and Private Sector bargaining unit officers and activists who have completed the basic discipline and Interrogation workshop.
Thursday, May 9, from 12 pm to 2 pm
To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1269
Public Speaking Workshop
Are you worried that you’ll go blank before an audience? Or are you just looking for tips to improve your oral presentations? In this workshop participants will review the elements of creating and delivering a short presentation designed to move people to action.
Monday, May 13, from 12 pm to 2 pm
To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1270
Advanced Grievance: Introduction to Contract Interpretation
This advanced workshop is designed for Local/Unit Officers and Certified Grievance Representatives who have completed the Local Government/Private Sector Grievance workshop. The workshop is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and basic skills necessary to understand and interpret contact language.
Wednesday, May 15, from 6 pm to 8 pm
To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1271
It’s Not Grieveable, Now What?
Many grievance representatives say their most difficult task is communicating with members who believe they have a legitimate grievance when a thorough investigation shows otherwise. While it can be hard to share this news, we must always remember that the grievance process is just one way to address our members’ issues. In this webinar, you will:
- Learn how to explain the results of a grievance investigation
- Identify available alternatives to solve an issue outside of a grievance
- Create a plan to execute your chosen alternative
If you are a Local/Unit Officer or grievance representative, this online class is for you! It is especially useful for those who have recently completed CSEA’s two-part grievance representation workshop.
Thursday, May 16, from 6 pm to 7 pm
To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1272
How to Conduct a New Member Orientation
With the Supreme Court’s decision in Janus v. AFSCME, it is more important than ever that we introduce new employees to the benefits we have fought for and won. This program is designed to give you the resources necessary to implement and build your own new member orientation program for your local or unit.
This workshop is for Local and Unit officers and activists who are interested in building a more effective New Member Orientation Program.
Monday, May 20, from 6 pm to 8 pm
To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1273
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.
Wednesday, May 22, and Thursday, May 23, from 6 pm to 8 pm**
To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1274
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.
Wednesday, May 29, and Thursday, May 30, from 6 pm to 8 pm**
To register: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1275
**This is a 2-part workshop, must participate in both parts to receive credit
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