**THIS CLASS IS NOT COVERED BY ETP**

Creating a safe and respectful workplace is essential for employee well-being and organizational success. This training provides a comprehensive overview of anti-bullying policies, discrimination laws, and sexual harassment prevention, equipping participants with the knowledge to recognize, address, and prevent workplace misconduct. Designed for managers and employees alike, this course covers legal responsibilities, liabilities, and effective investigation techniques.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand anti-bullying policies, discrimination laws, and sexual harassment definitions.
• Differentiate between quid pro quo and hostile work environment harassment.
• Learn prevention strategies and how to conduct effective workplace investigations.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Reduce legal and financial risks by ensuring compliance with workplace laws.
• Foster a respectful and inclusive workplace culture.
• Equip leaders with the skills to address and prevent misconduct effectively.

Ready to create a safer, more respectful workplace? Enroll today to empower your team with essential knowledge and skills!

Trainer Bio: Ann Wicks is an expert in workplace compliance, HR policies, and employee relations, specializing in harassment prevention and discrimination law. With extensive experience in training managers and employees, she helps organizations create respectful, legally compliant work environments.

*Class Held in Person*

Empower your team and drive exceptional performance with a research-based coaching model. This interactive and award-winning leadership development program has helped leaders across the globe become more effective and achieve the best results from their people. Based on the acclaimed book and facilitated by one of its authors, The Five Coaching Conversations program provides practical leadership tools to enhance coaching skills and maximize individual and team success.

Learning Objectives:

• Strengthen Leadership and Coaching Abilities: Develop a structured approach to coaching that improves communication, motivation, and delegation.
• Maximize Individual and Team Performance: Leverage coaching techniques to enhance productivity, engagement, and talent retention.
• Navigate Ambiguity and Change with Confidence: Equip yourself with tools to guide employees through uncertainty and complex decision-making.
• Enhance Virtual Leadership and Onboarding: Foster strong team dynamics and support new employees for long-term success.

Why This Matters to You:

• Improve Leadership Impact: Equip leaders with tools to coach and develop their teams effectively.
• Enhance Employee Engagement: Build a workplace culture that promotes motivation and success.
• Drive Organizational Growth: Develop talent and leadership capabilities for long-term success.

Ready to elevate your leadership skills? Register for “The Five Coaching Conversations” today!

Trainer Bio: Morgan Massie is a leadership development expert with extensive experience in coaching, talent management, and organizational effectiveness. She has helped leaders across industries refine their coaching strategies, build high-performing teams, and drive measurable results.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person*

Organizations that excel in efficiency and sustainability don’t just happen by chance—clear visual controls and structured processes play a vital role. The 7S methodology enhances workplace organization, reduces errors, and prevents disruptions, all while fostering a green and sustainable mindset at the grassroots level. Designed for professionals, team leaders, and managers, this one-day training provides practical insights into implementing 7S principles for a leaner, greener workplace.

Learning Objectives:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the seven principles of 7S and their impact on organizational performance.
• Learn how to implement 7S to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and create a sustainable work environment.
• Identify common pitfalls and best practices to ensure long-term success in 7S adoption.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Enhances workplace efficiency by minimizing errors and disruptions.
• Supports sustainability goals by embedding green practices into daily operations.
• Strengthens organizational culture through structured, visually-driven workplace improvements.

Take the first step toward a more efficient, sustainable, and well-organized workplace—enroll in this 7S training today!

Trainer Bio: Jes is a seasoned expert in lean management and workplace organization, specializing in implementing sustainable and efficient business practices. With extensive experience in process improvement and operational excellence, Jes has successfully guided numerous organizations in adopting 7S principles for long-term efficiency and sustainability.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

Working with electricity requires a strong foundation in safety, measurement, and circuit fundamentals. This hands-on course introduces OSHA based electrical safety, AC and DC circuits, and essential measurement tools, equipping participants with the skills to safely analyze and troubleshoot electrical systems. Designed for professionals in manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering, this training creates learning with hands-on application to reinforce key concepts.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify major electrical hazards and protective measures following OSHA safety standards.
• Understand and analyze basic AC and DC circuits, including series and parallel configurations.
• Use digital multimeters (DMMs) and other measurement tools to assess voltage, resistance, current, and continuity.

Why This Matters to You:

• Improve workplace safety and compliance with electrical hazard awareness.
• Enhance troubleshooting skills to reduce downtime and prevent costly errors.
• Develop a workforce skilled in electrical schematics, circuit analysis, and measurement techniques.

Ready to build your electrical knowledge and hands-on skills? Register today and take the next step in mastering electrical systems!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren is an experienced electrical safety and systems instructor with extensive expertise in industrial circuits, electrical measurement, and OSHA compliance. With years of hands-on experience, he specializes in training professionals to work safely and efficiently with AC and DC systems, helping organizations minimize risks and improve operational performance.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person*

Understanding blueprints and applying shop math are essential skills in industrial and manufacturing settings. This training introduces fundamental blueprint reading concepts, including projections, title blocks, dimensioning, and specialty drawings, along with key shop math calculations such as perimeter, area, volume, time-based equations, and rate calculations. A combination of online learning and hands-on activities ensures practical application of these concepts.

Learning Objectives:

• Interpret blueprints accurately, including title blocks, notes, and dimensioning.
• Apply shop math formulas for perimeter, area, volume, and time-based calculations.
• Analyze electrical, pneumatic, and P&ID schematics to understand system components.

Why This Matters to You:

• Improve accuracy in reading and applying blueprints for industrial tasks.
• Enhance problem-solving skills with essential shop math applications.
• Increase efficiency and precision in machine operations and maintenance.

Ready to strengthen your blueprint reading and shop math skills? Enroll today to gain hands-on experience and industry-relevant expertise!

John Dahlgren has over 25 years of industry experience and teaches in the Butte College Drafting Technology and Engineering programs. He specializes in workforce training, industrial blueprint reading, and advanced manufacturing skills. With a background in manufacturing, construction, and small business management, John is also a certified OSHA Outreach Trainer and an expert in lean methodologies such as 5S and Kaizen.

NOTE: Calculator REQUIRED for math & this training is different from our Construction Print Reading training.

*Course length may vary based on number of trainees, online content completion and comprehension.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person*

For the first time in history, the U.S. workforce consists of five generations working side by side. Each generation brings unique experiences, values, and communication styles that shape how they interact with others in the workplace. Generational Diversity is designed to equip leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand, collaborate, and lead across generational lines, ensuring a harmonious, high-performing team.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand Generational Differences: Recognize the core beliefs and biases that shape each generation's approach to work, communication, and teamwork.
• Enhance Cross-Generational Communication: Develop strategies to foster understanding and effective dialogue among diverse generational groups.
• Lead and Motivate Across Generations: Learn techniques to create an inclusive environment that leverages the strengths of each generation, improving team performance and engagement.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Boost Team Collaboration: Reduce generational misunderstandings and friction, fostering a more cohesive and productive work environment.
• Increase Employee Engagement: Tailor leadership strategies to meet the unique needs of each generation, resulting in higher morale and retention.
• Drive Innovation: Tap into the diverse perspectives of each generation to encourage creativity, innovation, and problem-solving.

Ready to transform your team by embracing generational diversity? Register now and empower your organization to thrive in today’s multi-generational workforce!

Trainer Bio: Dr. Joc Clark has 25+ years of experience in leadership and organizational change. He specializes in strengths-based leadership and coaching, using experiential methods to foster collaboration and transformation. Joc holds a PhD in Leadership & Change Management and an MEd in Organizational Development.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

Many workers enter technical roles without a strong foundation in mechanical systems and tools, which can lead to inefficiencies, safety risks, and rework. This course introduces essential mechanical concepts and tool applications, blending online learning with hands-on practice to reinforce understanding. Designed for entry-level technicians, production staff, and anyone seeking to build mechanical fluency, this training sets the stage for confident performance in mechanical tasks.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify and apply appropriate threaded fasteners, hand tools, and fittings for workplace tasks.
• Properly set up and use a torque wrench based on fastener specifications.
• Understand and recognize the function of basic mechanical systems, including levers, cams, turnbuckles, pulleys, and gears.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Reduces errors and improves safety through proper tool and fastener use.
• Builds confidence and technical skill in newer employees or cross-training initiatives.
• Lays a foundation for more advanced mechanical training and upskilling programs.

Empower your team with essential mechanical knowledge—register today and strengthen your workforce from the ground up!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren is an experienced electrical safety and systems instructor with extensive expertise in industrial circuits, electrical measurement, and OSHA compliance. With years of hands-on experience, he specializes in training professionals to work safely and efficiently with AC and DC systems, helping organizations minimize risks and improve operational performance.

*Class Held In-Person*

Great leaders understand their strengths and use them to inspire, motivate, and drive their teams forward. This course helps participants identify their unique leadership strengths, apply them effectively, and foster collaboration for greater team success. Designed for professionals at all levels, this training provides valuable insights into leveraging personal strengths to maximize leadership impact.

Learning Objections:

• Identify and validate your top five leadership strengths.
• Develop strategies to optimize strengths for greater influence and effectiveness.
• Leverage complementary strengths within teams to enhance collaboration.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Improve leadership effectiveness by maximizing individual strengths.
• Strengthen team dynamics through collaboration and trust.
• Enhance communication and engagement for higher productivity.

Ready to unlock your leadership potential? Register today and take the next step in your leadership journey!

Trainer Bio: Dr. Joc Clark has over 25 years of experience in leadership and organizational change, specializing in strengths-based leadership and coaching. He holds a PhD in Leadership & Change Management and an MEd in Organizational Development, using experiential methods to drive collaboration and transformation.

EPT members contact: etp@butte.edu