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SUMMARY:PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SC Certification Prep Study Course
DESCRIPTION:HRCI & SHRM Certification \nSeptember 8 – November 19\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeSeptember 8 – November 19\, 202612:00 PM ET start\nPriceSee registration\nFacilitatorDavid Siler\nSeats900 seats898 available\n\n\n\nWould you like to take a live\, high-quality study prep course to prepare for the newest HR certification exams but really need scheduling flexibility? Now\, from the comfort of your own home or office\, you can participate in one of the most comprehensive HR cert-prep (certification preparatory) programs to be found anywhere. \n \nGetting a PHR® (Professional in Human Resources®)\, SHRM-CP (Certified Professional)\, SHRM-SCP (Senior Certified Professional) or SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources®) certification will distinguish you from your peers\, build your self-confidence\, and earn you greater respect within the HR profession. \n \nDistinctive Human Resources has a reputation for being the top-quality certification prep provider with over 25 years of experience helping thousands of people pass their PHR or SPHR certification. Developed by David Siler\, SPHR\, GPHR\, SHRM-SCP\, who is a leader both in certification prep and in the HR field\, our program targets the high-probability items on the exam so you have the best chance of passing on the first try. This program will eliminate unnecessary study time and provide a step-by-step preparation process led by world-class instructors\, including the author and creator of the program. This program enjoys a 90%+ pass rate! \n \nRather than rely solely on book learning\, we focus on the types of learning materials adults prefer: audio files\, lecture\, test taking skills\, quizzes (over 1500 questions)\, virtual flashcards\, and videos. Plus\, participants will have access to a live weekly Q&A hour-of-power (as it is fondly known) with David Siler leading this informative and powerful study session. \n \nWhile our singular study guide provides a good understanding of topics\, it is the lecture from our distinguished instructors that nail the points home. Additionally\, we are the ONLY provider to offer The Seven Princes\, which detail the seven main principles of HRM that show up all over the tests. Ask around\, the Seven Princes\, written by David Siler\, is your secret weapon that no one else can offer! Materials will ship approximately two weeks prior to the start of class. \n \nTools and Resources \nIn addition to exceptional instruction and interaction\, you will receive many tools to prepare yourself for the exam\, including: \n\nStudy Manual\nPowerPoint Booklet of Slides\nDavid Siler's "Seven Princes" book\nFlashcards available virtually\nDownloadable/streaming audio files\nOn-line access to hundreds of practice exam questions\nOn-line access to testing games and videos on tough topics\nOn-line access to Learning Management System (LMS)\nTalk directly with the Instructor during “Online Office Hours”\nBest Practices on how to take standardized tests\nComprehensive Final Practice Exam\n\n \nNot sure if you're ready? Register to attend the FREE 60-minute LIVE preview webinar of the HR Certification Preparation Study Course: What’s It All About? to learn more! \n \nImportant Things to Know \n\nMaterials Shipping fee will be added at checkout.\nAll classes are virtual with live instruction.\nThe times for the study courses are Eastern Standard Time. \nFor a listing of specific class dates within a session\, click the blue dates button.\nIn order to receive course materials\, all registrants must pay for the course on or before the first day of the class.\nTo ensure payment is received on our before the first day of class\, it is recommended that you pay using a credit card. If paying by check\, please mail a minimum of two weeks prior to the start of class to ensure receipt and posting of payment\nMaterials will arrive on or around the start date of your session.\nIf you cancel after receiving the course materials\, a nonrefundable materials fee of $500 will be charged.\nWebinar log-in instructions will be sent out 24 hours prior to the session\, and again 1 hour before the class begins.\nYou will be given access to the LMS online resource the first day of your class. \n\n \nLate Registrations \n\nOnce a class is no longer available on our website (closed)\, please choose a future class date. \nIf you need to register for a closed class\, you may contact Learning@letscatapult.org for registration. \nThe only form of payment accepted for a closed class is a credit card.\nA $150 late fee will be added to the cost of the class to process a late registration. \nWe cannot guarantee that your materials will arrive in time for the first night of class.  \n\nFor more information regarding the online exam scheduling and delivery go to www.hrci.org and www.shrm.org. \n \nAbout the Instructors \nDavid Siler is the founder and Managing Partner of Distinctive HR\, Inc. He is the author and creator of the DHR learning system for HR certification. He has 40 years’ experience as a senior level HR practitioner and 30 years' experience guiding candidates through the HR cert-prep process. He currently holds all the major certifications from both HRCI and SHRM. David is considered a thought leader in the field of HR and is an award-winning lecturer on the subject. He was an HR executive with a Fortune 100 organization prior to dedicating his career to HR certification. He has a Master’s degree in Psychology. \n  \nSince 2012\, Ken Defeo has been with Distinctive HR\, Inc. as an instructor teaching exam preparation programs. Holding both the SPHR and the SHRM-SCP\, Ken has also been working in compensation and benefits for over 27 years. He is currently the Vice President for APAC Compensation with GXO Logistics\, Inc. Some examples of his functional areas of expertise include: Strategic Planning • Compensation and Benefits • Affirmative Action • Compliance • Employment Law • Talent Acquisition • Employee Relations • Employee Engagement • Talent Management. He has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Economics. \n  \nBrittany Siler has 7+years of experience in all areas of HR certification preparation. As one of the candidates in the first group to take the aPHR exam she has successfully obtained all the HRCI and SHRM core certifications (aPHR\, PHR\, SPHR\, SHRM-CP\, & SHRM-SCP). She is currently SPHR and SHRM-SCP certified. Brittany has participated in the inception of new instructor led programs\, edited quiz and text materials\, as well as created instructional videos. She has experience teaching for a major university and has brought that knowledge to DHR where she is one of our aPHR and HR Certification instructors. She has a BS in animal science and a BA in psychology. \n \nNick Tatarian has 7+ years of HR experience in healthcare\, medical technology\, and retail sectors\, bringing a strategic approach to aligning HR initiatives with business goals. He holds SPHR and SHRM-SCP certifications and a degree in Psychology. He is currently the HR Manager for US operations at XVIVO\, a global leader in medical technology\, overseeing all facets of human resources\, including payroll\, benefits\, employee relations\, talent acquisition\, performance management\, policy development\, learning and development\, and compensation. \n \nTestimonials \n "From start to finish\, this course was the key to my success. The live instruction made complex topics clear and engaging\, helping me understand how to think like a strategic HR leader rather than just memorize content. David's teaching style made it easy to stay focused and motivated through some very dense material. \n \nThe practice exams were absolutely essential. They didn’t just help me study\, they trained me to think critically\, spot traps\, and approach each question from a strategic perspective. I went into the exam confident and prepared because I had already practiced at that level. \n \nAnd of course\, David’s Seven Princes framework tied everything together. That model helped me truly grasp the mindset and competencies the SPHR exam is built around. It’s not about being tactical\, it’s about thinking like a strategy driven HR Pro. The Seven Princes kept me grounded in that mindset throughout my studies and during the exam itself. \n \nIf you're serious about passing the SPHR\, I cannot recommend this course highly enough. It's more than just prep; it's a full reframe of how you approach HR leadership." \nHannah Royal\, SPHR\, CPSP – HR Generalist  \n \n“I absolutely LOVED this web-based PHR/SPHR Certification Study Course. It was so convenient for my busy work schedule\, I could attend class at work or home. I have taken the “traditional” SHRM 12 week course years ago and talk about boring lectures. David’s prep course is hands down the best. I have recommended his prep material and now his web-based study course to all HR professionals seeking to slay the beast! Thanks again for your passion in helping the HR profession!” \nTammy Schmitt – HR Manager – CertainTeed Corp \n \n"It didn’t take long for me to realize that the benefits of your program extend far beyond simply being ready for the test. The variety of learning methods – audio CDs\, on-line sample tests and games\, flash cards\, and study manual – was a tremendous help in absorbing an overwhelming amount of information. I especially appreciate the test taking tips! And our classroom lectures not only prepared me for the exam\, but truly got me engaged in all aspects of Human Resources. I’ll miss the weekly opportunities to get your professional input and to discuss current HR topics with colleagues." \nLaura Tomanelli\, SPHR – Human Resources Generalist – Village of Pinehurst \n \n"I cannot say enough about the comprehensive PHR prep course presented by Distinctive HR through CAI. David Siler’s exceptionally prepared lectures and materials covered every base in my exam prep and increased my confidence ten-fold. The study materials\, in addition to the classes\, enabled an ‘old’ student\, to successfully complete a very intimidating exam. I would highly recommend this course as the best preparation around!" \nNancy M. Rodgers\, PHR – HR Manager – Rural Health Group\, Inc. \n \n————————————————- \nThe HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®) does not endorse any particular preparation program or offering. We encourage prospective certification holders to use a variety of resources that reflect their learning styles and needs. Purchasing a certification product is NOT required and HRCI does not guarantee that an individual will pass based on the purchase of a certification preparation product. \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/phr-sphr-shrm-cp-shrm-sc-certification-prep-study-course-2026-09-08/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
CATEGORIES:HR & Compliance
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SUMMARY:Advanced Management I: Relational Leader Certificate Program
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nSeptember 15 – September 29\, 2026 · In Person · Charlotte \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatIn Person\nLocationCharlotte\nDate & TimeSeptember 15 – September 29\, 20269:00 AM ET start\nPrice$569Member · Non-member: $679\nFacilitatorElaine Durrman\nSeats20 seats12 available\nCredits16.5 HRCI · 16.5 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nManagement is all about building effective relationships – with employees\, lateral managers\, senior management\, and key customers and stakeholders. Great leaders understand the subtle nuances of when and how to communicate to form relationships built on trust and accountability. They genuinely care about teams and individuals (including themselves!)\, and they understand how effective relationships benefit the organization as a whole. \n \nIn this course\, participants get a deep-dive into the human side of the workplace – learning how to communicate and collaborate with individuals from many backgrounds and at all levels of the organization. They learn how to navigate difficult conversations and use empathy while making decisions about the well-being of employees. They consider the many aspects of workplace culture and how it affects the productivity of their team. \n \nWho Should Attend \nAll managers: new/experienced and first-line/middle/senior \n \nModules \n\nBuilding Belonging at Work\nEngagement and Productivity\nUsing Feedback Effectively\nCoaching for Growth\nNavigating Difficult Conversations\nManaging Work-Life Balance\n\n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/advanced-management-i-relational-leader-certificate-program-september-2026/
LOCATION:Catapult – Charlotte\, 9140 Arrowpoint Blvd.\, Suite 140\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28273\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Supervision Certificate Program
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nSeptember 15 – September 29\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeSeptember 15 – September 29\, 20269:00 AM ET start\nPrice$639\nFacilitatorAndrea Miele\nSeats24 seats16 available\nCredits16.5 HRCI · 16.5 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nSix modules. Everything a new supervisor needs to lead well. \n \nSupervision covers a lot of ground — and most of it gets learned on the job. The Fundamentals of Supervision Certificate is for new supervisors and those ready to formalize what experience has taught them. From setting expectations and delivering feedback to motivating a team\, managing performance\, and delegating work effectively — the full scope of first-line leadership is covered. They'll head back to work with a practical framework and tools they can put to use immediately. \n \nParticipants leave ready to… \n\nSet expectations with a new employee and spell out exactly what success looks like\nSit down with an employee and give feedback tied to a specific moment\nWork through a team problem and land on the root cause\nCreate the conditions where each team member's motivation can take hold\nWalk an employee through a performance conversation with a clear plan\nHand off a piece of work with clear parameters and full ownership\n\nCertificate Snapshot \nInstructor-led program (3 days / 18 hours)\, in-person or virtual.  \n \nModules \n\nEffective Supervision — Establishes the supervisory role\, key leadership styles and power types\, and how the balance between tasks and people shapes team performance.\nCommunicating Effectively — Builds core supervisor communication skills\, including active listening\, channel selection\, coaching\, feedback\, and leading productive team meetings.\nProblem Solving — Introduces a five-step problem-solving process\, key analysis tools\, and practical decision-making strategies.\nMotivating Your Employees — Translates major motivation theories into simple strategies to create environments where team members find their own drive\, addressing both “can’t do” and “won’t do” patterns.\nManaging Performance — Walks through the full performance cycle: setting SMART goals\, conducting evaluations\, handling tough conversations\, documenting effectively\, and using progressive discipline when needed.\nDelegating the Work — Builds supervisors’ time-management and delegation skills\, using the Eisenhower Matrix and a step-by-step process to hand off work and overcome barriers to letting go.\n\nWhere This Fits \nThis is the foundational certificate in Catapult’s management and leadership series\, The Management Advantage\, built for new supervisors and those ready to formalize what experience has taught them. The Relational Leader Certificate (Advanced Management I) is the natural next step when they’re ready to go deeper on the people side of leadership — feedback\, coaching\, difficult conversations\, and building inclusive teams. \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/fundamentals-of-supervision-certificate-program-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
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SUMMARY:HR Business Partner Certificate Program
DESCRIPTION:HR & Compliance \nSeptember 17 – September 24\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeSeptember 17 – September 24\, 20269:00 AM ET start\nPrice$469Member · Non-member: $579\nFacilitatorKarol Dixon\nSeats24 seats20 available\nCredits11 HRCI · 11 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nHR must create and demonstrate value as organizations operate in challenging times. To be successful\, HR professionals need to position themselves as business partners by building relationships with people across the organization\, developing a deep understanding of the company's business model\, presenting business solutions\, influencing leadership decisions\, and taking ownership of business results. \n \nIn this practical and insightful two-day certificate program\, you will learn more about the business partnership role\, understand the new competencies necessary for success as a true HR business partner\, and learn how to transition from functional expert to business partner successfully. \n \nWho Should Attend  \nHR Professionals and anyone else who would like to learn how the HR function can become a business partner and drive results \n \nLearning Objectives \nAt the end of this certificate program\, you will be able to: \n\nDescribe how the role of HR continues to evolve\nAssess your strengths and areas for development against HR core competencies\nIdentify strategies to overcome obstacles in becoming a trusted HR business partner\nIdentify actions you can take to build trust and credibility with your customers\nAlign HR activities to the needs of your business\nUse workforce metrics and analytics to connect what you are doing to business outcomes\nCoach your customers using effective listening and questioning skills\nUse a four-step process to solve customer problems\nAdjust your influencing style to effectively influence others\n\n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/hr-business-partner-certificate-program-september-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
CATEGORIES:HR & Compliance
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SUMMARY:Using Feedback Effectively
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nTuesday\, September 22\, 2026 · In Person · Charlotte \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatIn Person\nLocationCharlotte\nDate & TimeTuesday\, September 22\, 20269:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET\nPrice$219Member · Non-member: $269\nFacilitatorElaine Durrman\nSeats20 seats11 available\nCredits2.75 HRCI · 2.75 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nParticipants will learn about how to use effective feedback to improve productivity\, performance\, and working relationships. The module begins with defining feedback and its role in effective management\, and then provides strategies for delivering improvement feedback and reinforcement feedback. Finally\, participants will learn how to deal with employees’ challenging responses to feedback. \n \nWho Should Attend \nAll managers: new/experienced and first-line/middle/senior \n \nLearning Objectives \nAt the end of this course participants will be able to: \n\nDefine feedback and its role in effective management\nUse effective strategies to deliver improvement feedback\nUse effective strategies to deliver reinforcement feedback\nManage employees’ challenging responses to feedback\n\n \nThis course is part of Advanced Management I: The Relational Leader (TRL) Certificate Program. \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/using-feedback-effectively-2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Catapult – Charlotte\, 9140 Arrowpoint Blvd.\, Suite 140\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28273\, United States
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SUMMARY:FMLA in Action: A Practical Approach
DESCRIPTION:HR & Compliance \nTuesday\, September 22\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeTuesday\, September 22\, 20269:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET\nPrice$219Member · Non-member: $269\nFacilitatorStephanie Dillon\nSeats26 seats20 available\nCredits2.75 HRCI · 2.75 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nAdministering FMLA takes time and effort; but getting it right can save you legal headaches and fees. This course discusses the foundation for FMLA\, and also takes a deep dive into what it means for your organization on a day-to-day basis. This course is interactive. It encourages dialogue and includes breakout activities to help you better understand and apply FMLA in your workplace.  \n \nWho Should Attend \nThose designated with administering and overseeing FMLA processes and procedures within your organization.   \n \nLearning Objectives \nAt the end of the course you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the basics of FMLA; including employee eligibility\, and covered leave reasons \nBe able to define serious health conditions under FMLA \nDefine and understand the intent and practical implications of job reinstatement \nDiscuss strategies for combatting perceived FMLA abuse  \nUnderstand the required notices and rules around medical certifications  \nAbility to communicate with leaders what to look out for regarding employee absences and when they need to contact the leave administrator \n\n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/fmla-in-action-a-practical-approach-september-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
CATEGORIES:HR & Compliance
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Supervision Certificate Program
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nSeptember 22 – September 24\, 2026 · In Person · Charlotte \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatIn Person\nLocationCharlotte\nDate & TimeSeptember 22 – September 24\, 20269:00 AM ET start\nPrice$639\nFacilitatorAimee Altomare\nSeats24 seats9 available\nCredits16.5 HRCI · 16.5 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nSix modules. Everything a new supervisor needs to lead well. \n \nSupervision covers a lot of ground — and most of it gets learned on the job. The Fundamentals of Supervision Certificate is for new supervisors and those ready to formalize what experience has taught them. From setting expectations and delivering feedback to motivating a team\, managing performance\, and delegating work effectively — the full scope of first-line leadership is covered. They'll head back to work with a practical framework and tools they can put to use immediately. \n \nParticipants leave ready to… \n\nSet expectations with a new employee and spell out exactly what success looks like\nSit down with an employee and give feedback tied to a specific moment\nWork through a team problem and land on the root cause\nCreate the conditions where each team member's motivation can take hold\nWalk an employee through a performance conversation with a clear plan\nHand off a piece of work with clear parameters and full ownership\n\nCertificate Snapshot \nInstructor-led program (3 days / 18 hours)\, in-person or virtual.  \n \nModules \n\nEffective Supervision — Establishes the supervisory role\, key leadership styles and power types\, and how the balance between tasks and people shapes team performance.\nCommunicating Effectively — Builds core supervisor communication skills\, including active listening\, channel selection\, coaching\, feedback\, and leading productive team meetings.\nProblem Solving — Introduces a five-step problem-solving process\, key analysis tools\, and practical decision-making strategies.\nMotivating Your Employees — Translates major motivation theories into simple strategies to create environments where team members find their own drive\, addressing both “can’t do” and “won’t do” patterns.\nManaging Performance — Walks through the full performance cycle: setting SMART goals\, conducting evaluations\, handling tough conversations\, documenting effectively\, and using progressive discipline when needed.\nDelegating the Work — Builds supervisors’ time-management and delegation skills\, using the Eisenhower Matrix and a step-by-step process to hand off work and overcome barriers to letting go.\n\nWhere This Fits \nThis is the foundational certificate in Catapult’s management and leadership series\, The Management Advantage\, built for new supervisors and those ready to formalize what experience has taught them. The Relational Leader Certificate (Advanced Management I) is the natural next step when they’re ready to go deeper on the people side of leadership — feedback\, coaching\, difficult conversations\, and building inclusive teams. \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/fundamentals-of-supervision-certificate-program-3/
LOCATION:Catapult – Charlotte\, 9140 Arrowpoint Blvd.\, Suite 140\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28273\, United States
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SUMMARY:Coaching for Growth
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nTuesday\, September 22\, 2026 · In Person · Charlotte \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatIn Person\nLocationCharlotte\nDate & TimeTuesday\, September 22\, 20261:00 PM – 4:00 PM ET\nPrice$219Member · Non-member: $269\nFacilitatorElaine Durrman\nSeats20 seats10 available\nCredits2.75 HRCI · 2.75 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nCoaching is all about partnering in a thought provoking and creative process that allows an employee to maximize their personal and professional potential. In this module\, participants will learn how to use the Skill/Will Matrix to determine an employee’s starting point before coaching. Then they will learn how to apply the GROW model of coaching to help an employee set goals\, understand the realities\, brainstorm options\, and decide on the best path forward for optimal growth. \n \nWho Should Attend \nAll managers: new/experienced and first-line/middle/senior \n \nLearning Objectives \nParticipants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand coaching as a collaborative development process\nUse the Skill/Will Matrix to identify an employee’s coaching starting point\nApply the GROW model to set goals and guide growth conversations\n\nThis course is part of Advanced Management I: The Relational Leader (TRL) Certificate Program. \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/coaching-for-growth-2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Catapult – Charlotte\, 9140 Arrowpoint Blvd.\, Suite 140\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28273\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T160000
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UID:1966-1790154000-1790179200@letscatapult.org
SUMMARY:MS Excel Level 2
DESCRIPTION:Technology & Digital Skills \nWednesday\, September 23\, 2026 · In Person · Charlotte \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatIn Person\nLocationCharlotte\nDate & TimeWednesday\, September 23\, 20269:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET\nPrice$279Member · Non-member: $339\nFacilitatorMonica Lewis\nSeats10 seats9 available\n\n\n\nThis course will teach learners how to work with large worksheets in Microsoft Excel and efficiently use multiple worksheets and workbooks. It will show how to link information from different worksheets and workbooks and introduce more advanced formatting techniques. In addition\, participants will learn how to create outlines and subtotals and create and apply cell names. They will sort\, filter\, remove duplicate data\, and create and format tables. Finally\, they will learn how to protect and share workbooks.   \n \nPrerequisites: The course requires that you have successfully completed Excel I or had more than six months using Excel and are familiar with all Excel I materials. \n \nContents: \n\nManaging workbooks and worksheets\nSetting sheets up in a workbook\nViewing large worksheets\nPrinting large worksheets\nWorking with multiple worksheets\nCell and range names\nLinking worksheets\nUsing multiple workbooks\nCustom Number formatting\nUsing and Creating special formats\nTransposing data\nCreate and Modify Tables\nCreating Subtotals.\nCustom Sorting\nFiltering data\nRemoving Duplicate values\nComments and Notes\nWorksheet and Workbook Protection\n\nNote: This course will be taught using the windows operating system environment \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/ms-excel-level-2-september-23-2026-9h/
LOCATION:Catapult – Charlotte\, 9140 Arrowpoint Blvd.\, Suite 140\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28273\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technology & Digital Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260810T160107Z
CREATED:20260810T160107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T160107Z
UID:1965-1790154000-1790179200@letscatapult.org
SUMMARY:MS Excel Level 2
DESCRIPTION:Technology & Digital Skills \nWednesday\, September 23\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeWednesday\, September 23\, 20269:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET\nPrice$279Member · Non-member: $339\nFacilitatorMonica Lewis\nSeats10 seats8 available\n\n\n\nThis course will teach learners how to work with large worksheets in Microsoft Excel and efficiently use multiple worksheets and workbooks. It will show how to link information from different worksheets and workbooks and introduce more advanced formatting techniques. In addition\, participants will learn how to create outlines and subtotals and create and apply cell names. They will sort\, filter\, remove duplicate data\, and create and format tables. Finally\, they will learn how to protect and share workbooks.   \n \nPrerequisites: The course requires that you have successfully completed Excel I or had more than six months using Excel and are familiar with all Excel I materials. \n \nContents: \n\nManaging workbooks and worksheets\nSetting sheets up in a workbook\nViewing large worksheets\nPrinting large worksheets\nWorking with multiple worksheets\nCell and range names\nLinking worksheets\nUsing multiple workbooks\nCustom Number formatting\nUsing and Creating special formats\nTransposing data\nCreate and Modify Tables\nCreating Subtotals.\nCustom Sorting\nFiltering data\nRemoving Duplicate values\nComments and Notes\nWorksheet and Workbook Protection\n\nNote: This course will be taught using the windows operating system environment \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/ms-excel-level-2-september-23-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
CATEGORIES:Technology & Digital Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T210135Z
CREATED:20260805T210135Z
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UID:41851-1790240400-1790251200@letscatapult.org
SUMMARY:Noteworthy Presentations
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nThursday\, September 24\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeThursday\, September 24\, 20269:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET\nPrice$219Member · Non-member: $269\nFacilitatorMelani Winter\nSeats24 seats17 available\nCredits2.75 HRCI · 2.75 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nCreating and delivering effective presentations is an essential skill for managers – they are often in a position to present information that is educational\, persuasive\, or motivational. They need to give progress updates\, sell products\, tell stories\, or share visuals. In this module\, participants will learn to organize their thoughts\, develop materials\, and deliver presentations effectively. They will also learn strategies for reducing performance anxiety. \n \nWho Should Attend \nAll managers: new/experienced and first-line/middle/senior \n \nThis course is part of Advanced Management II: The Multidimensional Leader (TML).  \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/noteworthy-presentations-2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260810T200104Z
CREATED:20260810T200104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T200104Z
UID:1758-1790240400-1790265600@letscatapult.org
SUMMARY:Becoming The Totally Responsible Person®
DESCRIPTION:Professional Development \nThursday\, September 24\, 2026 · In Person · Raleigh \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatIn Person\nLocationRaleigh\nDate & TimeThursday\, September 24\, 20269:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET\nPrice$409\nFacilitatorCatapult HR Specialists\nSeats26 seats21 available\nCredits5.5 HRCI · 5.5 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nWhat if we each looked at life’s problems as opportunities\, and took ownership for how we show up each day? This is what becoming a Totally Responsible Person is all about. \n \nTotally Responsible Person® TRP® training is based on the belief that everyone has a contribution to make. So often we are looking outside ourselves for happiness\, waiting for permission to be great\, and believing that someone else is going to make the changes we want to see. \n \nTRP training is a fast-paced\, highly interactive program that results in increased self-awareness\, clearer decision making\, and greater satisfaction and well-being in the workplace and at home. Through inspiring individuals to be their very best\, TRP solves issues like: \n \n\nADDRESSING CHALLENGES: Many times\, we shy away from addressing problems for fear of failure or see challenges as something to be avoided. The mindset that looks on setbacks as opportunities to bounce back is what cultivates a spirit of resiliency.\nAVOIDING ACCOUNTABILITY: Defensiveness can lead to a lack of cooperation and accountability. How much faster can we bring our product to market when we are accountable to one another? How much more efficient are our services? How much more satisfied are our team members and associates\nCHOOSING COURAGE: Business is filled with everyday moments that when recognized\, are powerful moments of choice born by courageous conversation. Will your next interaction be an opportunity to create and to inspire? \n\nWho Should Attend \nThis workshop is effective for all levels within the organization. Designed for individual contributors\, supervisors\, managers\, and leaders. Anyone who wants to lead others or manage one’s own professional and personal life more effectively will benefit from this course.  \n \nLearning Objectives \nAt the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nEnhance and examine awareness of our thinking and mindset that leaves us “stuck.”\nDiscuss and practice how to apply the TRP mindset.\nIdentify ways to bring out the best in others by not criticizing or judging.\nDiscern between the behaviors of rescuing\, enabling\, empowerment\, and empathy.\nGive and receive the gift of feedback.\nUnderstand the importance of purpose and meaning to focus and manage our emotions. \n\n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/becoming-the-totally-responsible-person-september-2026/
LOCATION:Catapult – Raleigh\, 3150 Spring Forest Road\, Suite 116\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260805T210134Z
CREATED:20260805T210134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T210134Z
UID:1819-1790240400-1791475200@letscatapult.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Management II: Multidimensional Leader Cert. Program
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nSeptember 24 – October 8\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeSeptember 24 – October 8\, 20269:00 AM ET start\nPrice$569Member · Non-member: $679\nFacilitatorMelani Winter\nSeats24 seats21 available\nCredits16.5 HRCI · 16.5 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nThe most effective managers understand the big picture – they seek to understand the perspectives of key stakeholders\, they acknowledge and uphold business processes\, and they appreciate the skills and contributions of other managers and employees across the organization. This broad perspective comes from an understanding of the many aspects of business that work smoothly together to form a cohesive whole. \n \nIn this course\, participants receive an overview of the fundamentals of many aspects of business – business development\, financial management\, workplace laws\, project management\, and technology. This broad understanding will help them become multidimensional leaders who help to build synergy across the organization. \n \nWho Should Attend \nAll managers: new/experienced and first-line/middle/senior \n \nModules \n\nNoteworthy Presentations\nConducting Successful Interviews\nProject Management Essentials\nDiSC Workplace for Managers\nManaging Problem Performance\nManaging Up\, Down\, & Across the Organization\n\n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/advanced-management-ii-multidimensional-leader-cert-program-september-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260805T210136Z
CREATED:20260805T210136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T210136Z
UID:41852-1790254800-1790265600@letscatapult.org
SUMMARY:Conducting Successful Interviews
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nThursday\, September 24\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeThursday\, September 24\, 20261:00 PM – 4:00 PM ET\nPrice$219Member · Non-member: $269\nFacilitatorMelani Winter\nSeats24 seats17 available\nCredits2.75 HRCI · 2.75 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nHow can managers consistently hire outstanding employees? In this module\, managers learn how to establish success criteria for a position\, and then proceed through an effective interview process. They learn how to use effective behavioral interviewing techniques and evaluate a candidate based on key competencies. \n \nWho Should Attend \nAll managers: new/experienced and first-line/middle/senior \n \nLearning Objectives \nAt the end of this course participants will be able to \n\nDescribe the steps in a successful interview process.\nEstablish success criteria for a position you might hire.\nUse effective behavioral interviewing techniques.\nEvaluate a candidate based on a set of key competencies\n\n \nThis course is part of Advanced Management II: The Multidimensional Leader (TML). \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/conducting-successful-interviews-2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T210139Z
CREATED:20260805T210139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T210139Z
UID:41853-1790672400-1790683200@letscatapult.org
SUMMARY:Navigating Difficult Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nTuesday\, September 29\, 2026 · In Person · Charlotte \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatIn Person\nLocationCharlotte\nDate & TimeTuesday\, September 29\, 20269:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET\nPrice$219Member · Non-member: $269\nFacilitatorElaine Durrman\nSeats20 seats10 available\nCredits2.75 HRCI · 2.75 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nManagers face difficult conversations on a regular basis – layoffs\, termination\, personal situations\, poor job performance\, admitting to big mistakes\, investigating misconduct\, reporting a grievance\, etc. In this module\, participants will learn effective strategies and processes for dealing with the most common kinds of difficult conversations. They will also learn about the steps for having a crucial conversation – one in which stakes are high\, opinions vary\, and emotions run high. \n \nWho Should Attend \nAll managers: new/experienced and first-line/middle/senior \n \nLearning Objectives \nParticipants will be able to: \n\nIdentify the most common types of difficult and crucial workplace conversations\nApply a structured process to prepare for and lead high‑stakes conversations\nUse practical strategies to manage emotions\, differing opinions\, and resistance\nCommunicate clearly and respectfully during sensitive discussions\nNavigate challenging situations with confidence while maintaining trust and professionalism\n\n \n \nThis course is part of Advanced Management I: The Relational Leader (TRL) Certificate Program. \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/navigating-difficult-conversations-2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Catapult – Charlotte\, 9140 Arrowpoint Blvd.\, Suite 140\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28273\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260805T210138Z
CREATED:20260805T210138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T210138Z
UID:1963-1790672400-1790697600@letscatapult.org
SUMMARY:MS Excel for HR
DESCRIPTION:Technology & Digital Skills \nTuesday\, September 29\, 2026 · In Person · Charlotte \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatIn Person\nLocationCharlotte\nDate & TimeTuesday\, September 29\, 20269:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET\nPrice$279Member · Non-member: $339\nFacilitatorCarolyn Oakes\nSeats10 seats10 available\nCredits5.5 HRCI · 5.5 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nIs your HR Department wasting time manipulating canned reports from HCM and payroll systems? Do you need help accessing and analyzing data quickly? Are data errors causing you concerns? Whether auditing\, calculating bonuses and PTO\, or analyzing departmental data\, Excel offers tools to help. Based on guidance from HR experts and our interaction with supporting members\, we identified the most common and helpful Excel tips that can benefit new and experienced HR individuals.   \n  \nThe course explores using lookups to pull information out of multiple workbooks\, formatting delimited information from other sources\, filtering information\, using date calculations to figure out things like tenure and turnover\, visually representing data to make it simple to review\, and many tips and tricks that can help most every Excel user increase their productivity and decrease errors. \n \nPrerequisites: This course requires that you are familiar with Excel. You should have successfully completed Excel I and II or used the software for over six months \n \nNote: This course will be taught using the windows operating system environment \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/ms-excel-for-hr-september-2026/
LOCATION:Catapult – Charlotte\, 9140 Arrowpoint Blvd.\, Suite 140\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28273\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technology & Digital Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260805T210140Z
CREATED:20260805T210140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T210140Z
UID:1968-1790672400-1790697600@letscatapult.org
SUMMARY:MS PowerPoint Level 2
DESCRIPTION:Technology & Digital Skills \nTuesday\, September 29\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeTuesday\, September 29\, 20269:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET\nPrice$279Member · Non-member: $339\nFacilitatorMonica Lewis\nSeats10 seats10 available\n\n\n\nThis course builds on the skills and concepts in PowerPoint Level 1. Participants will learn to control global settings using slide masters and applying effects such as transitions and timings. They'll work with images\, and learn to include media files and animation\, and explore advanced tools for using SmartArt\, tables\, and charts. Learners will also integrate other Microsoft Office files\, embed and link external resources\, and create hyperlinks.   \n \nPrerequisites: Familiarity with PowerPoint. It is suggested that you attend PowerPoint 1. \n \nContents: \n\n Slide Masters\n Notes Masters\n Creating Sections\n Transitions and timings\n Headers and Footers\n Custom slide shows\n Graphics and media\n Modifying graphics\n Insert Media\n Animations\n Customizing slide elements\n Integrating Microsoft Office files\n Embedding and linking content Hyperlinks\n Finalizing and distributing presentations\n\n \nNote: This course will be taught using the windows operating system environment \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/ms-powerpoint-level-2-september-29-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
CATEGORIES:Technology & Digital Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260806T160052Z
CREATED:20260806T160052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T160052Z
UID:1964-1790672400-1790697600@letscatapult.org
SUMMARY:MS Excel for HR
DESCRIPTION:Technology & Digital Skills \nTuesday\, September 29\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeTuesday\, September 29\, 20269:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET\nPrice$279Member · Non-member: $339\nFacilitatorCarolyn Oakes\nSeats10 seats8 available\nCredits5.5 HRCI · 5.5 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nIs your HR Department wasting time manipulating canned reports from HCM and payroll systems? Do you need help accessing and analyzing data quickly? Are data errors causing you concerns? Whether auditing\, calculating bonuses and PTO\, or analyzing departmental data\, Excel offers tools to help. Based on guidance from HR experts and our interaction with supporting members\, we identified the most common and helpful Excel tips that can benefit new and experienced HR individuals.   \n  \nThe course explores using lookups to pull information out of multiple workbooks\, formatting delimited information from other sources\, filtering information\, using date calculations to figure out things like tenure and turnover\, visually representing data to make it simple to review\, and many tips and tricks that can help most every Excel user increase their productivity and decrease errors. \n \nPrerequisites: This course requires that you are familiar with Excel. You should have successfully completed Excel I and II or used the software for over six months \n \nNote: This course will be taught using the windows operating system environment \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/ms-excel-for-hr-september-22-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
CATEGORIES:Technology & Digital Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260805T210140Z
CREATED:20260805T210140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T210140Z
UID:41854-1790686800-1790697600@letscatapult.org
SUMMARY:Managing Work-Life Balance
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nTuesday\, September 29\, 2026 · In Person · Charlotte \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatIn Person\nLocationCharlotte\nDate & TimeTuesday\, September 29\, 20261:00 PM – 4:00 PM ET\nPrice$219Member · Non-member: $269\nFacilitatorElaine Durrman\nSeats20 seats10 available\nCredits2.75 HRCI · 2.75 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nManagers often face stress and pressure from employees\, senior management\, lateral workers\, and customers. Additionally\, they often have personal responsibilities – family\, friends\, and home commitments. Dealing with all of this requires excellent time management\, prioritizing\, establishing boundaries\, and attention to health and wellness. In this module\, participants will learn about all of this in order to continue to be effective at their jobs and prevent health issues such as burnout. \n \nWho Should Attend \nAll managers: new/experienced and first-line/middle/senior \n \nLearning Objectives \nParticipants will be able to: \n\nRecognize common sources of workplace and personal stress for managers\nApply time‑management and prioritization strategies to competing demands\nEstablish healthy boundaries to improve focus and effectiveness\nIdentify practices that support health\, wellness\, and resilience\nUse proactive strategies to prevent burnout and sustain long‑term performance\n\n \n \nThis course is part of Advanced Management I: The Relational Leader (TRL) Certificate Program. \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/managing-work-life-balance-2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Catapult – Charlotte\, 9140 Arrowpoint Blvd.\, Suite 140\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28273\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T210141Z
CREATED:20260805T210141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T210141Z
UID:1824-1790758800-1790769600@letscatapult.org
SUMMARY:Being an Effective Leader
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nWednesday\, September 30\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeWednesday\, September 30\, 20269:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET\nPrice$219Member · Non-member: $269\nFacilitatorAshley Wood\nSeats26 seats21 available\nCredits2.75 HRCI · 2.75 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nWithout effective leaders\, no amount of money\, resources\, or talent will ever achieve sustainable success for any organization. Being an effective leader is incredibly challenging but can also be very rewarding. Unlike managers\, who influence due to their position\, power and authority\, leaders are influential because people choose to follow them. \n \nParticipants will have the opportunity to experience real world examples of what to expect as a leader through group discussions\, breakout activities\, video and action plans to work towards their goals of becoming more effective as a leader. \n \nWho Should Attend: \nHigh-potential employees or leaders identified in the succession planning process as well as managers\, supervisors\, HR professionals or anyone who may be considering a role as a leader \n \nLearning Objectives \nAt the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the three different roles of a leader\nDefine the characteristics of effective leaders\nHow to build trust and credibility\nUnderstand and implement key Leadership Competencies\nCreate strategies to lead by example\n\n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/being-an-effective-leader-september-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T210142Z
CREATED:20260805T210142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T210142Z
UID:41856-1790845200-1790856000@letscatapult.org
SUMMARY:Project Management Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nThursday\, October 1\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeThursday\, October 1\, 20269:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET\nPrice$219Member · Non-member: $269\nFacilitatorMelani Winter\nSeats24 seats19 available\nCredits2.75 HRCI · 2.75 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nProject management skills are essential for helping teams operate smoothly and productively. In this module\, participants will discuss the Iron Triangle of project management and how it is helpful in describing project constraints. They will also learn to apply traditional and agile project management approaches\, including goal setting\, timelines\, projections\, milestones\, and check ins. Finally\, they will learn to avoid common project management pitfalls. \n \nWho Should Attend \nAll managers: new/experienced and first-line/middle/senior \n \nThis course is part of Advanced Management II: The Multidimensional Leader (TML). \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/project-management-essentials-2026-10-01/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T123000
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SUMMARY:People Analytics for Small Teams
DESCRIPTION:HR & Compliance \nThursday\, October 1\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeThursday\, October 1\, 20269:00 AM – 12:30 PM ET\nPrice$0Member · Non-member: $99\nFacilitatorAshley Wood\nSeats15 seats6 available\n\n\n\nHow to turn the HR data an organization already has into decisions\, without an analytics team.  \nThe course covers picking the right metrics for the business question\, building a single-page people data summary an executive will act on\, and using AI as a thinking partner while keeping interpretation in human hands. The focus is insight that holds up\, not dashboards for their own sake.  \n \nWho should attend:  \nHR practitioners and managers who want to turn the data they already have into decisions\, without an analytics team. \n \nParticipants leave ready to:  \n\nAssess the right metrics for the business question in front of them \nBuild a single-page people data summary an executive will read and act on \nUse AI to surface patterns while keeping the interpretation their own \n\n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/people-analytics-for-small-teams-2026-10-01/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
CATEGORIES:HR & Compliance
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SUMMARY:DiSC® Workplace for Managers
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nThursday\, October 1\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeThursday\, October 1\, 20261:00 PM – 4:00 PM ET\nPrice$269Member · Non-member: $339\nFacilitatorElaine Durrman\nSeats24 seats21 available\nCredits2.75 HRCI · 2.75 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nDiSC® is a personal assessment tool to help improve teamwork\, communication\, and productivity in the workplace. DiSC is an acronym that stands for the four main personality profiles described in the DiSC model: (D)ominance\, (i)nfluence\, (S)teadiness and (C)onscientiousness. In this module\, managers will learn to use these profiles as tools to help employees develop a better understanding of themselves and others in order to foster better communication and positively shape their workforce.  \n \nWho Should Attend \nAll managers: new/experienced and first-line/middle/senior \n \nThis course is part of Advanced Management II: The Multidimensional Leader (TML). \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/disc-workplace-for-managers-2026-10-01/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
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SUMMARY:Dealing with Difficult People
DESCRIPTION:Professional Development \nFriday\, October 2\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeFriday\, October 2\, 20269:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET\nPrice$219Member · Non-member: $269\nFacilitatorCatapult HR Specialists\nSeats24 seats22 available\nCredits2.75 HRCI · 2.75 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nDiscover how small shifts in communication and perspective can lead to big changes in how we connect at work. Whether you're leading a team\, working cross-functionally\, or engaging with customers\, the quality of our relationships can shape morale\, collaboration\, and performance.  \n  \nWondering how to handle a disengaged colleague or a tense meeting dynamic? You'll explore these real-world challenges and learn how your own mindset and communication choices can influence outcomes—for the better.  \n  \nThis course offers practical\, creative strategies to foster trust\, defuse tension\, and strengthen rapport with colleagues and customers —even in challenging situations. Through interactive\, scenario-based learning\, you’ll build skills for navigating conflict with confidence\, managing strong emotions professionally\, and creating a climate of respect and openness.  \n \nWho Should Attend \nManagers\, supervisors\, team leaders\, and individual contributor  \n \nLearning Objectives \nAt the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify the symptoms of contentious relationship \nList the characteristics of difficult people \nRecognize how their actions and attitudes affect others \nUse effective techniques for building positive relationships \n\n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/dealing-with-difficult-people-october-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SC Certification Prep Study Course
DESCRIPTION:HRCI & SHRM Certification \nOctober 5 – December 7\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeOctober 5 – December 7\, 20267:00 PM ET start\nPriceSee registration\nFacilitatorBrittany Siler\nSeats900 seats898 available\n\n\n\nWould you like to take a live\, high-quality study prep course to prepare for the newest HR certification exams but really need scheduling flexibility? Now\, from the comfort of your own home or office\, you can participate in one of the most comprehensive HR cert-prep (certification preparatory) programs to be found anywhere. \n \nGetting a PHR® (Professional in Human Resources®)\, SHRM-CP (Certified Professional)\, SHRM-SCP (Senior Certified Professional) or SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources®) certification will distinguish you from your peers\, build your self-confidence\, and earn you greater respect within the HR profession. \n \nDistinctive Human Resources has a reputation for being the top-quality certification prep provider with over 25 years of experience helping thousands of people pass their PHR or SPHR certification. Developed by David Siler\, SPHR\, GPHR\, SHRM-SCP\, who is a leader both in certification prep and in the HR field\, our program targets the high-probability items on the exam so you have the best chance of passing on the first try. This program will eliminate unnecessary study time and provide a step-by-step preparation process led by world-class instructors\, including the author and creator of the program. This program enjoys a 90%+ pass rate! \n \nRather than rely solely on book learning\, we focus on the types of learning materials adults prefer: audio files\, lecture\, test taking skills\, quizzes (over 1500 questions)\, virtual flashcards\, and videos. Plus\, participants will have access to a live weekly Q&A hour-of-power (as it is fondly known) with David Siler leading this informative and powerful study session. \n \nWhile our singular study guide provides a good understanding of topics\, it is the lecture from our distinguished instructors that nail the points home. Additionally\, we are the ONLY provider to offer The Seven Princes\, which detail the seven main principles of HRM that show up all over the tests. Ask around\, the Seven Princes\, written by David Siler\, is your secret weapon that no one else can offer! Materials will ship approximately two weeks prior to the start of class. \n \nTools and Resources \nIn addition to exceptional instruction and interaction\, you will receive many tools to prepare yourself for the exam\, including: \n\nStudy Manual\nPowerPoint Booklet of Slides\nDavid Siler's "Seven Princes" book\nFlashcards available virtually\nDownloadable/streaming audio files\nOn-line access to hundreds of practice exam questions\nOn-line access to testing games and videos on tough topics\nOn-line access to Learning Management System (LMS)\nTalk directly with the Instructor during “Online Office Hours”\nBest Practices on how to take standardized tests\nComprehensive Final Practice Exam\n\n \nNot sure if you're ready? Register to attend the FREE 60-minute LIVE preview webinar of the HR Certification Preparation Study Course: What’s It All About? to learn more! \n \nImportant Things to Know \n\nMaterials Shipping fee will be added at checkout.\nAll classes are virtual with live instruction.\nThe times for the study courses are Eastern Standard Time. \nFor a listing of specific class dates within a session\, click the blue dates button.\nIn order to receive course materials\, all registrants must pay for the course on or before the first day of the class.\nTo ensure payment is received on our before the first day of class\, it is recommended that you pay using a credit card. If paying by check\, please mail a minimum of two weeks prior to the start of class to ensure receipt and posting of payment\nMaterials will arrive on or around the start date of your session.\nIf you cancel after receiving the course materials\, a nonrefundable materials fee of $500 will be charged.\nWebinar log-in instructions will be sent out 24 hours prior to the session\, and again 1 hour before the class begins.\nYou will be given access to the LMS online resource the first day of your class. \n\n \nLate Registrations \n\nOnce a class is no longer available on our website (closed)\, please choose a future class date. \nIf you need to register for a closed class\, you may contact Learning@letscatapult.org for registration. \nThe only form of payment accepted for a closed class is a credit card.\nA $150 late fee will be added to the cost of the class to process a late registration. \nWe cannot guarantee that your materials will arrive in time for the first night of class.  \n\nFor more information regarding the online exam scheduling and delivery go to www.hrci.org and www.shrm.org. \n \nAbout the Instructors \nDavid Siler is the founder and Managing Partner of Distinctive HR\, Inc. He is the author and creator of the DHR learning system for HR certification. He has 40 years’ experience as a senior level HR practitioner and 30 years' experience guiding candidates through the HR cert-prep process. He currently holds all the major certifications from both HRCI and SHRM. David is considered a thought leader in the field of HR and is an award-winning lecturer on the subject. He was an HR executive with a Fortune 100 organization prior to dedicating his career to HR certification. He has a Master’s degree in Psychology. \n  \nSince 2012\, Ken Defeo has been with Distinctive HR\, Inc. as an instructor teaching exam preparation programs. Holding both the SPHR and the SHRM-SCP\, Ken has also been working in compensation and benefits for over 27 years. He is currently the Vice President for APAC Compensation with GXO Logistics\, Inc. Some examples of his functional areas of expertise include: Strategic Planning • Compensation and Benefits • Affirmative Action • Compliance • Employment Law • Talent Acquisition • Employee Relations • Employee Engagement • Talent Management. He has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Economics. \n  \nBrittany Siler has 7+years of experience in all areas of HR certification preparation. As one of the candidates in the first group to take the aPHR exam she has successfully obtained all the HRCI and SHRM core certifications (aPHR\, PHR\, SPHR\, SHRM-CP\, & SHRM-SCP). She is currently SPHR and SHRM-SCP certified. Brittany has participated in the inception of new instructor led programs\, edited quiz and text materials\, as well as created instructional videos. She has experience teaching for a major university and has brought that knowledge to DHR where she is one of our aPHR and HR Certification instructors. She has a BS in animal science and a BA in psychology. \n \nNick Tatarian has 7+ years of HR experience in healthcare\, medical technology\, and retail sectors\, bringing a strategic approach to aligning HR initiatives with business goals. He holds SPHR and SHRM-SCP certifications and a degree in Psychology. He is currently the HR Manager for US operations at XVIVO\, a global leader in medical technology\, overseeing all facets of human resources\, including payroll\, benefits\, employee relations\, talent acquisition\, performance management\, policy development\, learning and development\, and compensation. \n \nTestimonials \n "From start to finish\, this course was the key to my success. The live instruction made complex topics clear and engaging\, helping me understand how to think like a strategic HR leader rather than just memorize content. David's teaching style made it easy to stay focused and motivated through some very dense material. \n \nThe practice exams were absolutely essential. They didn’t just help me study\, they trained me to think critically\, spot traps\, and approach each question from a strategic perspective. I went into the exam confident and prepared because I had already practiced at that level. \n \nAnd of course\, David’s Seven Princes framework tied everything together. That model helped me truly grasp the mindset and competencies the SPHR exam is built around. It’s not about being tactical\, it’s about thinking like a strategy driven HR Pro. The Seven Princes kept me grounded in that mindset throughout my studies and during the exam itself. \n \nIf you're serious about passing the SPHR\, I cannot recommend this course highly enough. It's more than just prep; it's a full reframe of how you approach HR leadership." \nHannah Royal\, SPHR\, CPSP – HR Generalist  \n \n“I absolutely LOVED this web-based PHR/SPHR Certification Study Course. It was so convenient for my busy work schedule\, I could attend class at work or home. I have taken the “traditional” SHRM 12 week course years ago and talk about boring lectures. David’s prep course is hands down the best. I have recommended his prep material and now his web-based study course to all HR professionals seeking to slay the beast! Thanks again for your passion in helping the HR profession!” \nTammy Schmitt – HR Manager – CertainTeed Corp \n \n"It didn’t take long for me to realize that the benefits of your program extend far beyond simply being ready for the test. The variety of learning methods – audio CDs\, on-line sample tests and games\, flash cards\, and study manual – was a tremendous help in absorbing an overwhelming amount of information. I especially appreciate the test taking tips! And our classroom lectures not only prepared me for the exam\, but truly got me engaged in all aspects of Human Resources. I’ll miss the weekly opportunities to get your professional input and to discuss current HR topics with colleagues." \nLaura Tomanelli\, SPHR – Human Resources Generalist – Village of Pinehurst \n \n"I cannot say enough about the comprehensive PHR prep course presented by Distinctive HR through CAI. David Siler’s exceptionally prepared lectures and materials covered every base in my exam prep and increased my confidence ten-fold. The study materials\, in addition to the classes\, enabled an ‘old’ student\, to successfully complete a very intimidating exam. I would highly recommend this course as the best preparation around!" \nNancy M. Rodgers\, PHR – HR Manager – Rural Health Group\, Inc. \n \n————————————————- \nThe HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®) does not endorse any particular preparation program or offering. We encourage prospective certification holders to use a variety of resources that reflect their learning styles and needs. Purchasing a certification product is NOT required and HRCI does not guarantee that an individual will pass based on the purchase of a certification preparation product. \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/phr-sphr-shrm-cp-shrm-sc-certification-prep-study-course-2026-10-05/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
CATEGORIES:HR & Compliance
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SUMMARY:MS Excel Level 1
DESCRIPTION:Technology & Digital Skills \nTuesday\, October 6\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeTuesday\, October 6\, 20269:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET\nPrice$279Member · Non-member: $339\nFacilitatorCatapult HR Specialists\nSeats10 seats9 available\n\n\n\nThis course will familiarize learners with Excel\, helping them to create\, enter\, and edit text\, values\, and formulas\, save workbooks\, and move and copy data and formulas. They will work with ranges (contiguous versus non-contiguous)\, rows\, and columns. Participants will also learn to use simple functions and easily apply formatting techniques to worksheet data. They will review workbooks for spelling errors\, modify page setup\, and learn how to print professional-looking worksheets.   \n \nPrerequisites: The course requires that you are familiar with using personal computers and have used a mouse and keyboard; basic typing skills are recommended. You should be comfortable in the Windows environment and be able to use Windows to manage information on your computer. \n \nContents: \n\nSpreadsheet terminology\nThe Excel environment\nNavigating a worksheet\nEntering and editing text and values\nEntering and editing formulas\nSaving and updating workbooks\nMoving\, copying\, and viewing data and formulas\nAbsolute references\nInserting and deleting ranges\, rows\, and columns\nAutoSum and other common functions\nText formatting\nRow and column formatting\nNumber formatting\nAdditional formatting options\nPreparing to print\nPage Setup options\nPrinting worksheets\n\nNote: This course will be taught using the windows operating system environment \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/ms-excel-level-1-october-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
CATEGORIES:Technology & Digital Skills
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SUMMARY:MS Excel Level 1
DESCRIPTION:Technology & Digital Skills \nTuesday\, October 6\, 2026 · In Person · Charlotte \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatIn Person\nLocationCharlotte\nDate & TimeTuesday\, October 6\, 20269:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET\nPrice$279Member · Non-member: $339\nFacilitatorCatapult HR Specialists\nSeats10 seats10 available\n\n\n\nThis course will familiarize learners with Excel\, helping them to create\, enter\, and edit text\, values\, and formulas\, save workbooks\, and move and copy data and formulas. They will work with ranges (contiguous versus non-contiguous)\, rows\, and columns. Participants will also learn to use simple functions and easily apply formatting techniques to worksheet data. They will review workbooks for spelling errors\, modify page setup\, and learn how to print professional-looking worksheets.   \n \nPrerequisites: The course requires that you are familiar with using personal computers and have used a mouse and keyboard; basic typing skills are recommended. You should be comfortable in the Windows environment and be able to use Windows to manage information on your computer. \n \nContents: \n\nSpreadsheet terminology\nThe Excel environment\nNavigating a worksheet\nEntering and editing text and values\nEntering and editing formulas\nSaving and updating workbooks\nMoving\, copying\, and viewing data and formulas\nAbsolute references\nInserting and deleting ranges\, rows\, and columns\nAutoSum and other common functions\nText formatting\nRow and column formatting\nNumber formatting\nAdditional formatting options\nPreparing to print\nPage Setup options\nPrinting worksheets\n\nNote: This course will be taught using the windows operating system environment \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/ms-excel-level-1-october-6-2026/
LOCATION:Catapult – Charlotte\, 9140 Arrowpoint Blvd.\, Suite 140\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28273\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technology & Digital Skills
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SUMMARY:High Potentials: Is Supervision Right for Me?
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nOctober 7 – October 14\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeOctober 7 – October 14\, 20269:00 AM ET start\nPrice$469Member · Non-member: $579\nFacilitatorCatapult HR Specialists\nSeats24 seats24 available\n\n\n\nFormally known as Stepping Up to Supervision Certificate Program \n \nAre you considering stepping into a supervisory role? If so\, join our interactive program designed to help you understand what it takes to be a successful supervisor. This course is tailored for non-supervisors and will prepare you for the expectations and responsibilities of a supervisory position. Participants will engage in lively group discussions\, explore real-world examples\, assess their current skill sets\, and learn about the challenges and rewards of transitioning from an individual contributor to a supervisor. \n \nThe skills and abilities that make employees excellent individual contributors are different from those required to be effective supervisors or managers. As an individual contributor\, your performance is measured by your personal output and achievements. However\, as a supervisor\, your role shifts to overseeing and managing a team\, providing leadership and guidance\, and ensuring that your team meets its goals and performs effectively.  \n \n“The High Potentials: Is Supervision Right for Me? course highlighted the balance between managing tasks and managing people. We had to set some real goals in class and then discuss them with a partner and get feedback. That was very practical for me. I particularly liked the section on motivation. I can really use the information to try and understand better what motivates employees.”  \n -Bethany Rose – Customer Service Manager\, MTS Sensors Division  \n \nWho Should Attend \nIndividual contributors who are being considered for promotion to a supervisory role or are interested in being promoted to a supervisory position. Note: If you are already a supervisor\, we recommend the Fundamentals of Supervision Certificate Program. \n \nLearning Objectives \nAt the end of the program\, participants will be able to: \n\nList characteristics of effective supervisors\nIdentify areas of strength and development for supervisory success \nDescribe two core responsibilities of a supervisor\nDescribe changes and challenges new supervisors experience in their transition\nDetermine if the role of supervisor is right for you\nExplain why being an effective leader is important to a supervisor’s success \nApply five practices of exemplary leaders\nCreate a professional development plan based on leadership competencies\nDefine and develop SMART Goals\nManage time and priorities in support of your organization\nDescribe the five steps to delegating effectively\nIdentify obstacles and strategies to delegating effectively\nSet clear expectations\nIdentify strategies to build the skill level of employees \nUtilize different motivational incentives to engage employees\n\n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/high-potentials-is-supervision-right-for-me-october-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Supervision Certificate Program
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nOctober 7 – October 21\, 2026 · In Person · Raleigh \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatIn Person\nLocationRaleigh\nDate & TimeOctober 7 – October 21\, 20269:00 AM ET start\nPrice$639\nFacilitatorCatapult HR Specialists\nSeats26 seats20 available\nCredits16.5 HRCI · 16.5 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nSix modules. Everything a new supervisor needs to lead well. \n \nSupervision covers a lot of ground — and most of it gets learned on the job. The Fundamentals of Supervision Certificate is for new supervisors and those ready to formalize what experience has taught them. From setting expectations and delivering feedback to motivating a team\, managing performance\, and delegating work effectively — the full scope of first-line leadership is covered. They'll head back to work with a practical framework and tools they can put to use immediately. \n \nParticipants leave ready to… \n\nSet expectations with a new employee and spell out exactly what success looks like\nSit down with an employee and give feedback tied to a specific moment\nWork through a team problem and land on the root cause\nCreate the conditions where each team member's motivation can take hold\nWalk an employee through a performance conversation with a clear plan\nHand off a piece of work with clear parameters and full ownership\n\nCertificate Snapshot \nInstructor-led program (3 days / 18 hours)\, in-person or virtual.  \n \nModules \n\nEffective Supervision — Establishes the supervisory role\, key leadership styles and power types\, and how the balance between tasks and people shapes team performance.\nCommunicating Effectively — Builds core supervisor communication skills\, including active listening\, channel selection\, coaching\, feedback\, and leading productive team meetings.\nProblem Solving — Introduces a five-step problem-solving process\, key analysis tools\, and practical decision-making strategies.\nMotivating Your Employees — Translates major motivation theories into simple strategies to create environments where team members find their own drive\, addressing both “can’t do” and “won’t do” patterns.\nManaging Performance — Walks through the full performance cycle: setting SMART goals\, conducting evaluations\, handling tough conversations\, documenting effectively\, and using progressive discipline when needed.\nDelegating the Work — Builds supervisors’ time-management and delegation skills\, using the Eisenhower Matrix and a step-by-step process to hand off work and overcome barriers to letting go.\n\nWhere This Fits \nThis is the foundational certificate in Catapult’s management and leadership series\, The Management Advantage\, built for new supervisors and those ready to formalize what experience has taught them. The Relational Leader Certificate (Advanced Management I) is the natural next step when they’re ready to go deeper on the people side of leadership — feedback\, coaching\, difficult conversations\, and building inclusive teams. \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/fundamentals-of-supervision-certificate-program-4/
LOCATION:Catapult – Raleigh\, 3150 Spring Forest Road\, Suite 116\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27616\, United States
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SUMMARY:Managing Problem Performance
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Management \nThursday\, October 8\, 2026 · Virtual Live \n\nRegister Now → \n\n\nCourse Details \n\nFormatVirtual Live\nLocationVirtual Live (Online)\nDate & TimeThursday\, October 8\, 20269:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET\nPrice$219Member · Non-member: $269\nFacilitatorMelani Winter\nSeats24 seats19 available\nCredits2.75 HRCI · 2.75 SHRM PDC\n\n\n\nManagers will learn about the performance management cycle\, including planning\,monitoring\, developing\, measuring and revising. Then they will learn about causes of poor performance and strategies for dealing with common performance problems. Finally\, managers will learn how to create and implement a performance improvement plan. \n \nWho Should Attend \nAll managers: new/experienced and first-line/middle/senior \n \nThis course is part of Advanced Management II: The Multidimensional Leader (TML). \n\n\nReady to Advance Your Career?\nJoin professionals across the Carolinas who trust Catapult for professional development. \nRegister Now →\n​
URL:https://letscatapult.org/event/managing-problem-performance-2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Virtual Live (Online)
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