University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus

Learning and Development

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus Learning & Development unit is responsible for the design and delivery of professional development programs for all university faculty and staff. We provide courses on a wide variety of topics including professional development opportunities, interpersonal skills, manager competencies, and targeted topics specific to the University.

Our strategy is to provide professional and leadership development at all levels that is linked directly to supporting the University’s Mission, Vision and Values; as well as, the execution of the strategic priorities related to enhancing and promoting development programs at all career stages.

5 Choices of Extraordinary Productivity | 6 Contact Hours | Virtual

(Recurring Event - Every week on Thursday)

Jun 30, 2022 | 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM Cost/fee: $0

This interactive and dynamic course empowers individuals with clear discernment to avoid distractions and to accomplish the goals that matter most in their professional and personal lives.

Add event to:

Register for this course

Continuous Improvement: Understanding Current State | 2 Contact Hours | Virtual

Jul 13, 2022 | 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Cost/fee: $0

In order to solve complex problems and develop solutions, we first need a clear picture and understanding of what the issue is. This course will focus on how to capture the current state in service of understanding project scope and set the path towards building impactful solutions. Pre-requisite for this training is Fundamentals of CI Methodology and Culture.

Add event to:

Register for this course

Lead with Your Strengths | 3.5 Contact Hours| Virtual

Jul 21, 2022 | 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

In this interactive class, you will discover practical ways to apply the most powerful of your dominant 10 strengths in your day-to-day routine with your team and how to use your strengths to become a better manager.

Add event to:

Register for this course.

Communicating as a Leader | 2 Contact Hours | Virtual

Jul 26, 2022 | 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cost/fee: $0

Moving from an individual contributor (the doer) to a lead/management position requires new skills, motivations, perspectives, responsibilities, and impact to the organization. This seminar helps you to identify key skills for communicating to others in your new role.

Add event to:

Register for this course

Appreciation in the Workplace | 2 Contact Hours | Virtual

Aug 2, 2022 | 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Cost/fee: $0

This workshop utilizes the concepts from the book “The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace – Empowering Organizations by Encouraging People” to understand the impact communicating authentic appreciation can have on an individual, team and organization.

Add event to:

Register for this course

New course for 2022!

This course builds on the foundations of Extended DISC. During this workshop, we will discuss the theory behind stress, the causes and signs of stress in the four styles and provide recommendations to better cope. By becoming more self-aware of how our DISC styles operate in challenging situations, we develop skills to control our stress.

Register for Extended DISC and Managing Stress.

New course for 2022!

Your role as a manager is essential and challenging. The best way to lead confidently and lead well is to lead with your strengths. Your distinct Clifton Strengths Profile sets you apart from every other manager. This new report outlines the most powerful of your dominant 10 strengths. In this interactive class, you will discover practical ways to apply your strengths in your day-to-day routine with your team and how to use your strengths to become a better manager.

Register for Lead with Your Strengths.

Please note: The cost for this course is $39.99 for the Manager Report from Gallup.

Human Resources' Talent Acquisition and Compensation team are bringing you 2 offerings!

Tips for Resumes at CU

Discuss the art of writing resumes and cover letters with specific focus on internal applications at CU. Our goal is to provide you with the tools and knowledge to write resumes/cover letters that stand out in the application process. YOU’RE HIRED!

Register for Tips for Resumes at CU.

Tips for Interviewing at CU

In this two-hour course we will dive deep into job interviews. We will share best practices, tips & tricks, do’s & don’ts, and real-world examples to help you best prepare for your next job interview at CU. YOU’RE HIRED!

Register for Tips for Interviewing at CU.

Interested in Continuous Improvement? Learning and Development partners with Leah Emerick with CU University Research to offers 3 trainings on this topic.

Introduction Course

Fundamentals of Continuous Improvement Methodology and Culture

Expanding Knowledge

Introduction to Continuous Improvement Tools for Application

Continuous Improvement: Understanding Current State

If you are looking for resources or courses related to this topic, you can find a wide range of information on the home page of Human Resources.

Overview

Renowned faculty from the Colorado School of Public Health's Center for Health, Work & Environment developed the Total Worker Health® (TWH) Leadership 101 course to help you assess your current leadership strategy and build a framework for evaluating Total Worker Health® (TWH) at your unit, in your organization. This training is asynchronous and can be completed online, at your own pace. At the end of this course, learners will be able to identify:

The five practices of TWH leadership and your role in defining organizational culture
The business case for TWH
What makes a healthy and safe workplace
The employee perspective of a healthy and safe workplace
Ways to enhance and support your personal wellbeing

Target Audience

This course is recommended for managers/supervisors interested in learning how to become leaders in their organization, who can drive organizational change to achieve Total Worker Health®. Professionals who may benefit from this training include: business owners, executives, senior managers, benefits and HR professionals, occupational health and safety specialists, and public health advocates.

Estimated Completion Time

50 minutes

Open TWH course in Skillsoft.

For further information regarding these courses, please see the main Instructor Led Training Courses Page.

Tools & Resources

Schools & Colleges

CU Denver

CU Anschutz Medical Campus

CU Campuses

Human Resources

Learning and Development

New Employee Orientation

Required Training

Instructor Led Training

On-Line Training Resources

Consulting and Custom Services

Manager Development Resources

5 Choices of Extraordinary Productivity | 6 Contact Hours | Virtual

Continuous Improvement: Understanding Current State | 2 Contact Hours | Virtual

Lead with Your Strengths | 3.5 Contact Hours| Virtual

Communicating as a Leader | 2 Contact Hours | Virtual

Appreciation in the Workplace | 2 Contact Hours | Virtual

Calendars

Overview

Target Audience

Estimated Completion Time

Open TWH course in Skillsoft.

Human Resources