Learning and Development

The University of Colorado 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 promotion and execution of development programs at all career stages.

News & Updates

Skillsoft Update

The university will update the Skillsoft training platform, which hosts CU’s custom training courses and mandatory learning, along with a robust library of professional certifications, prep courses, digital books and audiobooks. The new platform, Skillsoft Percipio, will offer an enhanced user navigation experience, an expanded library and more tailored learning options for your needs.

Services & Resources

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Professional Development Pathways

Programs and resources that help chart a personalized professional development journey.

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New Employee Orientation

Required for all new employees within 31 days of hire.

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Required Training

Courses required by the university and your campus. Some courses are role/position specific.

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Instructor-Led Training

In-person courses offered to all university faculty and staff.

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Consulting & Custom Services

Custom courses, team events, and consulting designed to meet your unique needs.

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Online Training Resources

On-demand resources to enhance your online training experience.

News & Highlights

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Calendar & Events: Next 6 Weeks

Crucial Conversations | 16 contact hours | Virtual

(Recurring Event - Every week on Tuesday)
| 08:30 AM - 12:30 PM Cost/fee: $226
This 16-contact hour training teaches skills for communicating when stakes are high, opinions vary, and emotions run strong. Based on the national best-selling book Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking when the Stakes are High, the Crucial Conversations course teaches participants to speak persuasively, not abrasively; foster teamwork and better decision-making; build acceptance rather than resistance; and resolve individual and group disagreements.
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Employee Leave Informational Session | 1 contact hour | Virtual

| 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Cost/fee: $0
These informational sessions are designed to assist managers, supervisors, HR Business Partners, Payroll Liaisons, and Administrators, in navigating the complexity of employee leave. This 1-hour session will involve a 30-minute presentation related to employee leave including sick leave, Family Medical Leave (FML), Parental Leave, and when to refer employees to other processes. The second half of the session will be more “workshop” style to be used for discussion and question-and-answer. This session is intended to further discussions from, “Working with Employees with Heath Conditions”, and to foster conversations about the workplace/current issues you might face. These are highly interactive and dynamic sessions so please bring questions or scenarios you would like to discuss!
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Understanding Emotional Intelligence | 3.5 contact hours | Virtual

| 01:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Cost/fee: $0
Developing emotional intelligence is a life-long journey. It is important to develop because it separates those who know themselves well and take personal responsibility for their actions from those who lack self-awareness and repeat the same mistakes. In the workplace, it is important to develop because it separates those who build rapport, have influence, and collaborate effectively with others from those who are demanding, lack empathy, and are therefore difficult to work with. This interactive course will provide a foundation for understanding the concepts of emotional intelligence, emotional triggers, and how our thoughts and behaviors can influence how we manage our emotions.
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Lead with Your Strengths | 3 contact hours | Virtual

| 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost/fee: $49.99
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.
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Establishing Relationship Trust | 2 contact hours | Virtual

| 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost/fee: $0
This interactive training course explores FranklinCovey’s Second Wave of Trust – Relationship-Trust. During this course, you will explore the 13 High Trust Behaviors, extending trust, and restoring trust.
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Educational Toolbox Series | Hybrid
| 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Cost/fee: $0
These workshops are open to all individuals regardless of role or responsibility level. The primary goal of these sessions is to help people gain the knowledge to support them in their roles, and their goals for their career, and to offer global training and sharing of knowledge. Each of these sessions will be held as a hybrid event to accommodate flexible schedules. In-person attendees will be provided lunch. Space is limited, so register early! We look forward to seeing you!
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Introduction to Continuous Improvement Tools for Applications | 3 contact hours | In-person

| 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Cost/fee: $0
Building on the fundamentals course, this course will focus on learning tools that apply the continuous improvement framework to problem-solving. We will utilize the Plan-Do-Check-Act framework and introduce other tools that can be applied immediately in your workplace.
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Presentation Advantage | 8 contact hours | In-person

(Recurring Event - Every week on Wednesday)
| 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM Cost/fee: $0
Unproductive meetings and lost opportunities occur due to poor presentations. The lack of powerful methods to inform and persuade is one of the greatest hidden and pervasive costs of the 21st-century workplace. This dynamic and engaging course will help participants consistently deliver highly successful presentations. Participants will learn the mindsets, skillsets, and toolsets to better inform, influence, and persuade others in today’s knowledge- based world.
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5 Choices of Extraordinary Productivity | 5 contact hours | Virtual

(Recurring Event - Every week on Tuesday)
| 09:00 AM - 11:30 AM Cost/fee: $0
Each day brings with it a new wave of urgencies that compete for our attention. Texts, emails, calls, meetings and more, all converge on our already full schedules. The result is a sense of being busy without actually being productive, which leaves people feeling burned out and unfulfilled. The sheer volume of daily distractions threatens our ability to think clearly and to make wise decisions about what is important. The 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.
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Fundamentals of Continuous Improvement Methodology and Culture | 2 contact hours | Virtual

| 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Cost/fee: $0
The focus of continuous improvement is to increase efficiency across campus so that we can better serve our students, improve workplace satisfaction and be agile as we face the current and future challenges of higher education. This course is designed to provide a foundational understanding of continuous improvement culture and mindset and how those concepts can be applied to our daily work.
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Continuous Improvement: Understanding Current State | 3 contact hours | Virtual

| 01:00 PM - 04:00 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.
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Educational Toolbox Series | Hybrid
| 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Cost/fee: $0
These workshops are open to all individuals regardless of role or responsibility level. The primary goal of these sessions is to help people gain the knowledge to support them in their roles, and their goals for their career, and to offer global training and sharing of knowledge. Each of these sessions will be held as a hybrid event to accommodate flexible schedules. In-person attendees will be provided lunch. Space is limited, so register early! We look forward to seeing you!
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Employee Leave Informational Session | 1 contact hour | Virtual

| 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Cost/fee: $0
These informational sessions are designed to assist managers, supervisors, HR Business Partners, Payroll Liaisons, and Administrators, in navigating the complexity of employee leave. This 1-hour session will involve a 30-minute presentation related to employee leave including sick leave, Family Medical Leave (FML), Parental Leave, and when to refer employees to other processes. The second half of the session will be more “workshop” style to be used for discussion and question-and-answer. This session is intended to further discussions from, “Working with Employees with Heath Conditions”, and to foster conversations about the workplace/current issues you might face. These are highly interactive and dynamic sessions so please bring questions or scenarios you would like to discuss!
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Crucial Conversations | 16 contact hours | In-person

(Recurring Event - Every week on Tuesday)
| 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM Cost/fee: $290
This 16-contact hour training teaches skills for communicating when stakes are high, opinions vary, and emotions run strong. Based on the national best-selling book Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking when the Stakes are High, the Crucial Conversations course teaches participants to speak persuasively, not abrasively; foster teamwork and better decision-making; build acceptance rather than resistance; and resolve individual and group disagreements.
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6 Critical Practices for Leading Teams | 7 contact hours | Virtual

(Recurring Event - Every week on Thursday)
| 08:30 AM - 12:00 PM Cost/fee: $0
Leading a team requires a different skillset than working as an individual contributor. To succeed in the face of new challenges this course provides insight into the mindsets, skillsets, and toolsets required to help supervisors excel in this sometimes tough and demanding role. This interactive and dynamic course helps individuals transition successfully from an individual contributor to a leader of others. It also applies to leaders who have been in their roles for some time and are looking for practical and relevant guidance on how to effectively lead and manage their teams.
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Talent Acquisition Best Practices & Processes | 2 contact hours | Virtual

| 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost/fee: $0
Are you eager to stay ahead in the dynamic job market and attract top-tier talent? Look no further! In this session, we'll examine the latest job market trends and equip you with the insights to navigate recruitment challenges successfully. Learn the art of crafting compelling job advertisements that attract the perfect candidates. Discover the power of inclusive recruiting practices and candidate care, ensuring a diverse and welcoming work environment at CU Anschutz. From start to finish, our experienced recruiters will guide you through the main phases of University Staff hiring. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to secure the best talent for your department. Don't miss this opportunity!
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Communicating as a Leader | 2 contact hours | Virtual

| 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Cost/fee: $0
Moving from an individual contributor (the doer) to a lead/management position is more than a step up the ladder, but a jump to an entirely new ladder in terms of 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.
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Understanding the Classification Process & Writing Effective Job Descriptions | 2 contact hours | Virtual

| 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost/fee: $0
In this interactive course, participants will dive into the complexities of the job evaluation process. The session will cover essential aspects of job evaluation such as job families, subfunctions, and Unique Comp Codes (UCCs). We will discuss the purpose and power of an effective job description and learn best practices directly from experienced recruiters. By the end of the session, individuals will be equipped with the knowledge and insights to create captivating job descriptions for University Staff positions. Don't miss this opportunity to master the art of classification!
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Educational Toolbox Series | Hybrid
| 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Cost/fee: $0
These workshops are open to all individuals regardless of role or responsibility level. The primary goal of these sessions is to help people gain the knowledge to support them in their roles, and their goals for their career, and to offer global training and sharing of knowledge. Each of these sessions will be held as a hybrid event to accommodate flexible schedules. In-person attendees will be provided lunch. Space is limited, so register early! We look forward to seeing you!
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