New Training On Demand Video Available!

Does the Household Relationships page leave you scratching your head? Streamline your understanding with our newest video: Training on Demand: Determining Household Relationships.

Are you stuck on a page or process other than the Household Relationships page? From the Employment page to layering EPs to time limit extensions and more, we’ve got you covered! Check out the rest of the Training on Demand series available in the Learning Center.

For more details and/or to access this course: Learning Center.

Have You Checked Out the Learning Center Training Catalog Lately?
Now is your chance!

The Learning Center is full of useful desk aids, reference guides, and Training on Demand videos.
And, in addition to the classroom sessions we offer throughout the year, there are lots of online courses available in just about every area of eligibility and case management.

Access the Learning Center now to see what you may be missing!

Upcoming Classes

Balancing Domestic Abuse Issues and W-2 Participation - Face to Face Classroom
Workshop participants will develop an understanding of domestic abuse and develop strategies for working with victims/survivors of domestic abuse.

• July 12 - 13, 2023 in Milwaukee
• August 30 - 31, 2023 in Milwaukee
• October 10 - 11 in Milwuakee

For more details about this course and/or to register: Learning Center.

Note: This course is required for new W-2 workers. New workers have one year from date of hire to complete this course.

Balancing Domestic Abuse Issues and W-2 Participation - Virtual Classroom
Workshop participants will develop an understanding of domestic abuse and develop strategies for working with victims/survivors of domestic abuse.

• November 13 - 16, 2023

For more details about this course and/or to register: Learning Center.

Note: This course is required for new W-2 workers. New workers have one year from date of hire to complete this course.

Building the BEST Connections in Case Management - Face to Face Classroom
What’s the secret to guiding conversations with participants about assessment, goals, activities, and accommodations? Discover the BEST approach to build a solid foundation for your case management practices.

You’ll learn how the BEST approach fits into principles of assessment, then apply those concepts to W-2 assessments, EP goals, EP activities, and accommodations.

• August 9 - 10 2023 in Kenosha
• November 7 - 8, 2023 in Milwaukee

For more details about this course and/or to register: Learning Center.

Note: This course is required for new W-2 workers. New workers have one year from date of hire to complete this course.

Building the BEST Connections in Case Management - Virtual Classroom
What’s the secret to guiding conversations with participants about assessment, goals, activities, and accommodations? Discover the BEST approach to build a solid foundation for your case management practices.

You’ll learn how the BEST approach fits into principles of assessment, then apply those concepts to W-2 assessments, EP goals, EP activities, and accommodations.

The virtual classroom experience takes place over four subsequent days. You must attend all four days to receive credit. Each day lasts three and a half hours.

• June 27 - 30, 2023
• September 26 - 29, 2023

For more details about this course and/or to register: Learning Center.

Note: This course is required for new W-2 workers. New workers have one year from date of hire to complete this course.

Domestic Abuse Awareness for W-2 Staff - Virtual Classroom
Chances are you will work with a victim of domestic abuse in your role at the W-2 agency. This class includes activities designed to increase your awareness of domestic abuse and its impacts on victims, including how to recognize warning signs of abuse, effective strategies to work with victims, and making appropriate referrals.

• June 7 - 8, 2023

For more details about this course and/or to register: Learning Center.

Practical Applications in CWW - Virtual Classroom
The purpose of this course is to develop a clear understanding of CWW processes and to use CWW accurately in W-2 eligibility determination.

• July 26 - 27, 2023
• August 15 - 16, 2023
• September 19 - 20, 2023
• November 29 - 30, 2023

For more details about this course and/or to register: Learning Center.

Reminder: This course is required for new W-2 workers. New workers have one year from date of hire to complete this course.

NOTE: This is a very popular course, and classes often have a wait list. If you have taken this course within the last two years, you likely will be allocated out of a wait-listed class. Consider checking out the CWW Troubleshooting webinar.

• August 22, 2023 in Milwaukee
• October 26, 2023 in Milwaukee
• December 13, 2023 in Milwaukee

For more details about this course and/or to register: Learning Center.

Note: This course is required for new W-2 workers. New workers have one year from date of hire to complete this course.

W-2 Case Management and You - Virtual Classroom
When it comes to W-2 Case Management, you've learned about the policy, processes, and working with participants. But where do you fit in? In this course, you reflect introspectively on your own strategies for prioritizing time management, establishing healthy boundaries, and practicing self-care. You also work collaboratively to share ideas and strategies. Learn how self-reflection sets you up to be a successful Case Manager.

• July 18 - 19, 2023
• September 11 - 12, 2023

For more details about this course and/or to register: Learning Center.

Note: This course is required for new W-2 workers. New workers have one year from date of hire to complete this course.

W-2 Essentials Webinar
Have you wanted a refresh on WPR, Participation Status, Placement Determination, and other essential W-2 information? Join us for this webinar, where you get to choose what you learn about! Possible topics include WPR, Placement Determination, Alerts and Worker Tasks, Participation Statuses, DCF Forms, and Education and Job Skills Training Policies.

• June 9, 2023

For more details about this course and/or to register: Learning Center.

Congratulations!
Join us in congratulating the following individuals who have successfully completed all the requirements of initial W-2 New Worker Training for their specific job function during April 2023.

Take the time to congratulate them and provide them with your support as they make the transition from new worker to ongoing worker.

Give Your Kids a Healthy and Active Summer
Parents play a powerful role in helping their children prepare mentally, physically, and emotionally for the upcoming school year. Here are some ways you can give your child a healthy and active summer through activities that help them be safe, healthy, engaged, supported, and challenged.

Learn more.

Learning Center Tips

Your Computer and Security Settings

https://wss.ccdet.uwosh.edu/Courseware/LC_ComputerAndSecuritySettings.pdf

The Learning Center computer settings document explains the computer settings that need to be in place when using the Learning Center. These settings allow your computer to communicate most effectively with the Learning Center, and update your training record with the proper completion statuses. The last page of the document has the appropriate responses to the most common security warning messages that you may encounter.

Be sure to check with your Supervisor or IT staff prior to making any changes to your computer settings.

If you have any questions, please phone the Registration staff at 920-424-1071 or email regstaff@uwosh.edu.

Reminders

Print Your Own Participant Guides
Training participants are responsible for downloading and printing their own Participant Guides. Directions regarding this are included in the confirmation letter. 

Inclement Weather Phone Number
The Partner Training Team offers a phone number to call when the weather doesn't cooperate with training plans. If you wonder if your class will be held, call the Inclement Weather Number at 608-422-6322 before you drive! A recorded message will announce the status of training sessions.