*In-Person & Virtual*

Stay ahead of the curve with Labor Law Updates, a comprehensive overview of significant labor and employment legislation changes proposed for 2026. Led by Attorney Ann Wicks, this training ensures that you and your organization are fully prepared to navigate new legal requirements and maintain compliance in the evolving workplace.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand Key Legislative Changes: Gain insights into the most impactful labor and employment laws set to take effect in 2026.
• Identify Compliance Requirements: Learn what steps your organization needs to take to align with new regulations and avoid legal pitfalls.
• Develop Strategies for Implementation: Understand how to integrate these legislative changes into your existing HR and compliance practices smoothly.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Ensure Legal Compliance: Staying informed on labor law changes helps protect your organization from potential legal risks and costly penalties.
• Adapt to Changing Regulations: Equip your team with the knowledge to adapt policies and procedures to meet new legislative requirements.
• Protect Employee Rights: Understanding new laws helps foster a fair and equitable workplace, enhancing trust and morale among employees.

Are You Ready to Stay Compliant, sign up today? Join Labor Law Updates with Attorney Ann Wicks and ensure your organization is prepared for the year’s changes in labor and employment law. 

Trainer: Ann Wicks is an Employment and Labor Law Attorney with over 20 years of experience. She specializes in wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, wage and hour compliance, and more. Ann advises companies across Butte County and California, helping them navigate complex employment laws and maintain compliant workplaces.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*In-Person & Virtual* Zoom link will be emailed out 1 day before of the training.

*Class Held In-Person* Sign up for this 2 PART SERIES!

Continuous improvement depends on structured problem-solving. Many organizations struggle with recurring challenges that hinder efficiency and innovation. This hands-on course provides practical tools and techniques to identify root causes, develop sustainable solutions, and implement effective countermeasures using the PDCA-A3 methodology. Designed for professionals in operations, management, and process improvement roles, this training enhances problem-solving capabilities for long-term success.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify and Define Problems: Clearly articulate and classify issues for effective resolution.
• Analyze and Prioritize Root Causes: Diagnose problems using structured techniques.
• Apply the Right Problem-Solving Approach: Match methodologies to different challenges.
• Utilize Problem-Solving Models and Tools: Implement frameworks that drive effective solutions.

Why This Matters to You:

• Increase Efficiency: Minimize recurring issues that disrupt workflow.
• Improve Decision-Making: Use structured analysis for data-driven solutions.
• Foster a Culture of Continuous Improvement: Encourage proactive problem-solving across teams.

Ready to transform the way you approach problem-solving? Register today!

Trainer Bio: Guy Martindale is a seasoned process improvement expert with extensive experience in Lean methodologies and problem-solving frameworks. He has helped organizations implement PDCA-A3 techniques to drive efficiency, innovation, and operational excellence.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person* Computers Provided if needed

Mastering Microsoft Office is essential for everyday productivity, yet many users lack the foundational skills to confidently use Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. This interactive training session equips participants with practical tools and real-world applications to create polished documents, analyze data, and deliver effective presentations. Designed for students, office staff, and professionals, this course is perfect for anyone looking to build or refresh their core Office skills.

Learning Objectives:

• Create and format documents, spreadsheets, and presentations using Microsoft.
• Apply time-saving tips, formatting techniques, and basic functions to enhance productivity across all Office applications.
• Organize, manage, print, and share files efficiently across the Microsoft Office suite.
  

Why This Matters to You:

• Improves team efficiency by standardizing digital document workflows.
• Reduces training time by boosting baseline Office proficiency.
• Empowers staff to produce professional documents, data reports, and presentations with confidence.

Unlock the full potential of your team with essential Office skills—sign up today and start making Microsoft Office work for you!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren has over 25 years of industry experience in technology, manufacturing, and workforce training. He teaches in the Butte College Drafting Technology and Engineering programs and specializes in Excel training, digital literacy, and workplace productivity tools.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person*

Electrical hazards pose serious risks, making it critical to stay up to date with the latest safety practices. This NFPA 70E-certified training equips workers, supervisors, and safety personnel with the knowledge to identify electrical hazards, implement precautionary techniques, and adhere to safety requirements. Through this 8-hour training, participants will learn how to assess risks, avoid injuries, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand Electrical Safety Procedures: Learn essential lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements, emergency response protocols, and risk control strategies.

• Recognize Qualified and Affected Persons: Differentiate between qualified and unqualified personnel and their roles in maintaining safety.

• Implement Precautionary Techniques and PPE Use: Gain expertise in using personal protective equipment (PPE), including arc flash protection, and applying safe work practices.

• Assess Electrical Hazards and Risk Management: Identify energized conductors, approach distances, job safety planning, and Human Performance Improvement (HPI) safety measures.

Why This Matter for Your Organization:

• Prevent Workplace Injuries: Reduce risks by ensuring employees are trained in electrical hazard recognition and mitigation.

• Enhance Compliance: Align with NFPA 70E regulations to meet safety and legal requirements.

• Improve Workforce Safety Culture: Equip employees with essential knowledge to foster a safer work environment.

Ready to enhance electrical safety in your workplace? Register for Safety Training today!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren has over 25 years of industry experience and teaches in the Butte College Drafting Technology and Engineering programs. A certified OSHA Outreach Trainer, he specializes in NFPA 70E Arc Flash training, workforce safety, and risk management, helping organizations maintain compliance and protect their employees.

ETP Members Contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person* Laptops provided

Many workplaces still rely on manual data entry and disconnected processes that slow productivity and increase the risk of errors. This training provides practical, hands-on tools to automate workflows by integrating Excel with Microsoft Forms, Power Automate, and AI features. Designed for professionals who want to streamline tasks and enhance data accuracy, this course helps participants build intelligent systems that work for them—not the other way around.

Learning Objectives:

• Create automated workflows by connecting Excel with Forms, Power Automate, and real-time data sources.
• Use AI-driven tools to categorize, summarize, and analyze information for better decision-making.
• Build end-to-end workflow solutions that reduce manual entry and improve data accuracy and efficiency.

Why This Matters to You:

• Boosts productivity by automating routine tasks and minimizing human error.
• Enhances data reliability with standardized, automated processes.
• Improves decision-making through real-time insights and efficient data management.

Ready to transform your workflows with powerful automation? Register today and unlock the full potential of Excel and Microsoft’s automation tools.

*Class Held In-Person*

In today’s fast-paced world, change is the only constant. Organizations and leaders must continuously adapt to shifts in technology, processes, and workforce dynamics. This course provides the skills and strategies to navigate and lead change effectively, helping professionals embrace transformation, overcome resistance, and build resilient teams ready for any challenge.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the Stages of Change – Learn the four phases of change (Denial, Resistance, Exploration, and Commitment) and how to thrive at each stage.
• Develop Change-Leadership Skills – Gain actionable tools to lead change effectively and ensure smooth transitions.
• Build Workplace Resilience – Foster adaptability and a growth mindset for long-term success.

Why This Matters to You:

• Increase Change Readiness – Equip employees to navigate change confidently, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
• Enhance Leadership Capabilities – Develop leaders who drive and sustain change for innovation and competitive advantage.
• Strengthen Team Resilience – Foster a culture where employees embrace change with confidence and optimism.

Ready to turn change into opportunity? Register now and empower your organization to thrive!

Trainer Bio: Dr. Joc Clark has over 25 years of experience in leadership and organizational change, specializing in strengths-based leadership and coaching. With a PhD in Leadership & Change Management and an MEd in Organizational Development, Joc helps teams build resilience and drive meaningful transformation.

ETP members contact: etp@btte.edu

*Class Held In-Person* Laptops provided

As data workloads grow, many professionals struggle with manual processes, inconsistent formulas, and spreadsheets that are difficult to manage or scale. This course provides practical tools to automate calculations, analyze complex datasets, and structure spreadsheets for accuracy and efficiency. Designed for employees who work with data daily, the training helps participants build advanced, dependable spreadsheets that reduce errors and improve reporting quality.

Learning Objectives:

• Automate calculations and data manipulation using logical, conditional, text, date, and array functions.
• Build dynamic pivot tables, charts, 3-D formulas, and macros to streamline analysis and repetitive tasks.
• Strengthen data accuracy and security through auditing, workbook protection, and professional formatting techniques.

Why This Matters to You:

• Increases productivity by reducing manual data processing and repetitive tasks.
• Improves data quality and consistency through structured functions and automated workflows.
• Enhances reporting accuracy with well-designed, secure, and auditable spreadsheets.

Ready to master advanced Excel techniques and automate your data workflows? Register today and elevate your team’s analytical capabilities.

*In-Person* Computers available if needed.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu 

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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

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