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Find your way forward. Whether you’re upskilling to advance your career, improve client/patient outcomes, pursuing a new passion or something in between, our flexible online, in-person and hybrid classes are designed to work with your schedule, here on the UW–Madison campus or wherever you are in the world. Use the search filters to find the class, badge or certificate that works best for you.

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Inclusive Leadership Certificate

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills → Diversity & Inclusion
This inclusive leadership training certificate consists of coursework designed for leaders and aspiring leaders committed to building effective and engaged teams through the recognition and encouragement of their members' individuality. The certificate consists of seven core required programs. Total class hours for the certificate are 45-50, depending on the electives chosen.
Upcoming Dates
  • July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025
    The total cost for the certificate; which requires successful completion of eight classes, is approximately $2,500–$3,300 depending on the profit/nonprofit status of the learner's organization. Consult the individual class listings for exact prices.
    Live online

Trauma Informed Leadership: A Guide for All Managers

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills → Leadership & Management
This course empowers managers to support team members impacted by trauma while maintaining personal and professional boundaries. Learn to balance compassion with productivity and navigate complex situations guided by employment law. Reduce stress, boost morale and build a stronger team.
Upcoming Dates
  • Dec. 10–11, 2024
    $490; $390 gov't/nonprofit
    Live online
  • June 10–11, 2025
    $490; $390 gov't/nonprofit
    Live online

Mentoring to Foster Inclusivity, Connection, and Engagement at Work

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills → Diversity & Inclusion
Intentional, strategic, and constructive mentoring can be a powerful tool for building a greater sense of belonging and engagement at work. Learn the fundamentals of being a good mentor through the research and the storytelling and interactions with your learning community.
Upcoming Dates
  • Jan. 29, 2025–Feb. 5, 2025
    $460; gov't/nonprofit $360
    Live online

Leading for Racial Equity Certificate: Intensive Exploration and Practical Application

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills → Diversity & Inclusion
Connect and grow within your learning community as you challenge norms and dominant thinking together. Learn tools and practices that can transform your team and organization. Become an anti-racist leader and drive real equity in budgeting, programs and policies.
Upcoming Dates
  • March 4, 2025–May 6, 2025
    $1,300; gov't/nonprofit $950
    Live online

Emotional Intelligence for Leaders: From Insight to Impact

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills → Leadership & Management
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Explore the science of emotions and their impact on workplace behaviors. Use evidence-based tools to discover and develop your own Emotional Intelligence (EQ) skills and the agency to navigate pressure. Use the insight you gain to influence and support the EQ of your team.
Upcoming Dates
  • March 20, 2025–April 10, 2025
    $480; gov't/nonprofit $380
    Live online

Workplace Neurodiversity: Creating Spaces Where All Minds Can Thrive

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills → Diversity & Inclusion
Neurodiversity reflects the natural variation in human minds and how people interact with the world differently as a result. In the workplace, building awareness for how neurodivergence appears within it is the first step towards realizing the innovation and creativity a supported team can generate.
Upcoming Dates
  • May 15–22, 2025
    $450; gov't/nonprofit $350
    Live online

Intercultural Communication: Foundation for Cultural Competency

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills → Diversity & Inclusion
Customizable
Communication across cultures often breaks down due to basic cultural differences that are misunderstood and frequently invisible. We introduce you to tools that enable you to identify and understand cultural differences and lay a foundation for strong cultural competency, domestically and globally.
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  • Not scheduled at this time. See page for program description.