Workplace Essential Workforce Development Course Bundle
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Course Length: 16 Months
Course Hours: 320
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Return to StoreThe most successful employers are always looking for a fully balanced “win-win” when it comes to achieving both higher productivity and healthier, happier, and more engaged employees. These organizations do not view the workplace as a zero-sum game where the needs of employers are competing with the needs of employees. Rather, they seek to achieve a competitive edge by identifying and promoting those factors that make work a more successful experience for both employers and employees. The Society for Human Resource Management identified seven of these “win-win” factors that benefit both employers and employees:
- Job Challenge and Learning Opportunities
- Work-Life Fit
- Satisfaction with Wages, Benefits, and Opportunities to Advance
- Culture of Respect, Trust and Belonging
- Autonomy
- Supervisor Support for Job Success
- Coworker Support for Job Success
This study found that:
- 55% of employees in workplaces scoring high on these factors (i.e. highly effective workplaces) are highly engaged compared with 20% of employees in moderately effective workplaces and 7% of employees in the least effective workplaces. The results were similar when measuring job satisfaction and with regard employee retention.
- 42% of employees in highly effective workplaces report excellent health, compared with 12% in the least effective workplaces.
- 75% of employees in highly effective workplaces report a low frequency of sleep problems, compared with 49% in organizations with low levels of workplace effectiveness.
- While overall levels of stress are reported quite high across the board, 36% of employees in highly effective workplaces experience low levels of stress compared with 13% of employees in organizations with low levels of workplace effectiveness.
Work-Life Fit was identified as one of the top 3 components in predicting positive work-related outcomes (the other two were Job Challenge & Learning Opportunities and Satisfaction with Wages, Benefits, and Opportunities to Advance). In fact, the research demonstrated that Work-Life Fit was the single most important factor in Greater Job Satisfaction and the second most important factor in Greater Engagement and Greater Probability of Retention.
With respect to predicting positive health and well-being outcomes, Work-Life Fit was the most important component for 4 of the 6 dimensions measured including less frequent sleep problems, less frequent minor health problems, lower levels of perceived stress and lower level of work-personal/family spillovers.
There is valuable research knowledge that workplace flexibility is a key component that outlines that the relationship between work, family, and health for more than a decade. The research confirmed that workplace flexibility, when successfully implemented, resulted in happier and healthier employees who were also successfully meeting their work objectives.
It’s not just academic institutions and professional organizations that are following the trail of this promising research. Google is 5 years into what it hopes will be a 100-year study about how to “build great work environments, cultivate high performing teams and maximize productivity.”
Overall, only 35% of employees in the U.S. are in workplaces that have at least 3 of the 7 components of an effective workplace (only 4% have all 7) while 36% go to work in organizations which have none of the dimensions.
Given the importance of these factors to employee health and productivity, these findings should encourage employers to find ways to improve their organization’s performance on these benchmarks.
One way to improve employee engagement, which is characterized by higher energy, involvement, and efficacy, is to make sure that front-line managers have the training and people skills to effectively implement strategies to improve employees’ Work-Life Fit.
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) are uniquely positioned to help organizations with this training mission because they remain linked with the organization long after the training phase and are well-positioned to see whether the desired results are being achieved.
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Certificate Requirements
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System Requirements
Internet Connection
- Broadband or High-Speed – DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections
*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.
Hardware Requirements
- Processor – 2GHz Processor or Higher
- Memory – 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
* While our courses are accessible through multiple mobile learning platforms, some courses may include a CD or DVD with the Textbook, so you may need access to a computer with CD-ROM or DVD Drive.
PC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems – Windows 7 or higher
- Microsoft Office 2007 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers – Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- Kindle Reader App is needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player
MAC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems – Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
- Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- Kindle Reader App is needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- Apple QuickTime Media Player
- Courses that include a CD-ROM or DVD may require an external drive and Parallels software to view.
FAQs
How long does it take to complete a course?
When you register for a course(s), you will receive a start date and the time frame it takes to complete the program. Once the course begins, each course is self-paced, so you can start and stop each learning module at your own pace. However, you must complete the course within the time frame to receive a certification.
What happens if I do not have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?
If you don’t finish the course in the time frame, you will not receive a certification. The time frame allotted to complete each course has been based on each learner giving a concerted effort to complete the course, plus the number of hours it takes to learn the information and obtain the certification. Therefore, the time frame for each course has been calculated to ensure successful completion of the course. However, if for some reason a learner is unable to complete the course, you will have to re-enroll in the course and you will be required to pay the course price in effect at the time of re-enrollment.
Once enrolled in the course, and I realize that I can’t complete the course can I get a refund?
There are NO REFUNDS once you enroll in a course. However, if you are suddenly deployed while pursuing a certification course, we will work with you to ensure you complete your studies. Learners who need to delay their course for medical reasons, may be eligible to transfer their course(s) to a future term. A medical withdrawal will be considered only if accompanied by:
A written verification and phone verification from a medical doctor stating the student cannot complete the course due to illness or disability. Please not the doctor’s note must be in English to be considered.
You can contact our office at: info@aperionglobalinstitute.com
Are there any additional materials and/or books I am required to buy for a course?
No, everything you need is included in the course. Some courses will suggest additional materials/books that can help you grasp the information better, or expand your knowledge about a topic. However, you are not required to purchase the additional information.
Are there exams I will have to take in a course?
Yes, there are exams in each course to access your knowledge of the material. You will be required to pass those exams to successful complete the course. The type of exams you will take vary. They can range from multiple choice questions, essays, short answers, and/or video/audio submissions. If you diligently study and complete the assignments for each course, you will be prepared to pass the exams in the course(s).
Can I get financial assistance?
Aperion Global Institute (AGI) courses are non-credit courses, so they do not qualify for federal assistance in the United States, and AGI does not provide financial assistance. In some states, a vocational program, military program, or workforce development program will pay for qualified learners to take courses. You will be responsible for qualifying for financial assistance through those agencies and/or programs. For international students, you will also have to follow the guidelines and requirements regarding financial assistance at your institution or program.
What happens when I complete a course?
Upon successful completion of a course, within three (3) days you will receive a certification by email. You are free to save and print the certification for your educational and career needs. If for some reason you do not receive the certification, or can’t save or print the certification please contact our office at: info@aperionglobalinstitute.com
Once I provide an employer with the certification, am I guaranteed a job?
AGI does not provide direct job placement services after successfully completing a course. However, the certification you receive informs a potential employer that you have acquired the skills and knowledge to obtain employment, in most cases. We recommend that learners conduct research on the job market to make sure you have the required job skills and expertise.
What software or hardware do I need, and what are the system requirements to take courses?
To take our courses, you must have access to a computer and the internet. You can use a Mac and/or PC., tablet, phone. You don’t have to use the same device to log-in for the course(s). We recommend that you have a word-processing program (Microsoft Word is the best), Abode Player, and the latest version of a free web browser such as Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge, etc.
When can I start the courses?
You can start the courses on the start date only. Once the course starts, you are free to access the course anytime, anywhere, and as many times as you want with an internet connection. Please note: There are no refunds once you enroll in a course(s).
Can I receive CEU credit for courses that I successfully complete?
Please do not assume that all courses that you take and successfully complete are eligible for CEU certification. If you are seeking CEU certification for a course, we strongly recommend that you contact your institution and establish eligibility for the courses you plan to take BEFORE you enroll in a course. Although we provide you with a certificate for successfully completing a course, it is solely your responsibility to ensure that the course you enroll in and the certificate meets CEU requirements for your profession.
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