Developing Individuals and Teams - This course examines the relationship between individual, team and organizational objectives and how you, as a manager, can contribute to your team's development in order to create a high performance culture. Learn More
Lean and Six Sigma Overview - Gain a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of Lean, Six Sigma, and their related tools for practical and integrated application to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of processes within any organization. Learn More
Microsoft Project 2010: Level 1 - an 8-hour course designed for a person who has an understanding of project management concepts, who is responsible for creating and modifying project plans, and who needs a tool, such as Microsoft Project 2010 to manage those project plans. Learn More
Microsoft Project 2010: Level 2 - Learn how to manage and customize project plans during the implementation stage of a project in this 8-hour course. Students must complete Microsoft Project 2010: Level 1 prior to taking this course. Learn More
Performance Management - This three-part series focuses on strategies and concepts for effective performance management, interviewing, selection, problem solving and decision making. Participants will learn key theories for motivation and supervisory practices. Learn More
Practical Nursing Program - provides a high quality non-credit certificate program, delivered through a part-time, 18-month evening and weekend curriculum, to prepare individuals with the knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes essential for practical nursing practice. Learn More
Project Management - Project Management today is a critical, in-demand skill set. Being a successful project manager requires a combination of process skills and human interaction skills. This certificate will provide you with a strong foundation in both the knowledge and interpersonal aspects of being an effective project manager. Learn More
Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Preparation Course - designed for professionals who are experienced in project management or who have taken courses such as those in Penn State's Project Management Certificate Program. This course covers all "knowledge areas" and "process areas" of the Project Management Institute's (PMI) Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). It offers a review of the material normally covered in the exam, sample questions, and instruction on how best to prepare and study for taking the exam. Learn More
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) - provides the most current and comprehensive knowledge of the six functional areas of Human Resource Management – Strategic Management; Workforce Planning and Employment; Human Resource Development; Compensation and Benefits; Employee and Labor Relations; and Occupational Health, Safety, and Security. Learn More
Solving Problems and Managing Priorities - In an ever-changing environment, managers must effectively manage priorities, solve problems and lead change in order to remain competitive. This two-part program will focus on planning, setting priorities based on the mission, vision and values of the organization and leading the reality of organizational change. Learn More
Supervisory Essentials for Nurse Managers and Other Health Care Professionals - This program focuses on the management and supervisory skills of first-line healthcare supervisors. Participants will identify challenges, assess strengths and weaknesses, and learn to improve interpersonal communication strategies. Learn More
Supervisory Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships - This three part series is an excellent opportunity for the newly appointed supervisor as well as for those who have recently moved into a supervisory position. Learn More
Teaching English as a Second Language Abroad (TESLA) - Through weekly course modules, participants will be introduced to a toolkit of ideas and strategies to prepare them for working with a variety of ELLs. Topics covered include areas such as understanding cultural diversity and multicultural education, teaching methodology and practice, and classroom management and assessment. Learn More
Writing Specialist Certificate (15 graduate level credits) - The Writing Specialist Certificate is designed to afford educators deep study in all aspects of teaching literacy. The Writing Specialist Certificate will contain twelve core credits plus a 3-credit elective concentration for a 15-credit certificate. Learn More
Conferences, Lecture Series, and Institutes
Best Practices Conference - is a dynamic forum for area educators to learn about research and strategies for implementing writing-to-learn strategies in their classrooms. Each year, conference participants engage in interactive workshops showcasing classroom inquiry projects conducted by our Invitational Summer Institute participants. Upon completion of our 4-week summer writing institute, participants propose and conduct action research projects in their various classrooms, write inquiry narratives, and present their findings at each year's conference. Learn More
Diverse Literacies Conference - focuses on significant, current educational issues such as the diverse literacies students bring into our classrooms, the diverse literacy competencies necessitated by and developed through modern living, and the need to effectively reach all our students, the conference is attended by interested educators of various grade levels and student populations. Learn More
The Lehigh Valley Writing Project - is a member site of the National Writing Project. The NWP is a network of sites anchored at colleges and universities and serving educators across disciplines and at all levels, early childhood through university. We provide professional development, develop resources, generate research, and act on knowledge to improve the teaching of writing and learning in schools and communities. Learn More
Senior Adults Gaining Enrichment Program (SAGE) - offers an opportunity to enrich one’s life through learning in a relaxed and accepting environment. We cover a wide range of subjects in our college level lectures. Learn More
Continuing Education
2809 Saucon Valley Road
Center Valley, PA 18034-8447
Phone: 610-285-5000
Fax: 610-285-5256
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