Free Professional Development Courses for Trades NL Members
Professional Development Courses
Trades NL is offering introductory courses to our members in construction at no charge. These courses provide up-to-date information to help with the professional development of members of the 16 building trades locals we represent.
Courses
- Free courses available to all members of NL’s Building Trades
- Delivered in-person and online throughout NL
- Snacks/lunch provided
- Course manual and swag bag provided
- Interactive courses using real-life examples, videos, presentations, and exercises
- Courses available from September, 2022 – April, 2023, subject to enrollment
Note: Only confirmed attendees will be admitted into courses. Please ensure you check your email for confirmation
Computer Basics
This is an introductory course on the basic use of a laptop. Laptops will be available and members will learn how to use the laptop, send emails, search the internet, apply and interview for jobs online, and perform daily functions online such as paying bills.
Leadership
This is an introductory course on the styles and attributes of effective leaders including qualities of a good leader, team building, building trust and respect, leading change, conflict resolution, and coaching to improve performance.
Career Development in the Trades
This course provides information on what a career in the skilled trades means, what it mean to be an apprentice and achieve red seal certification, how to become a shop steward, and how to conduct a job search and write a resume.
IPhone Basics
This is an introductory course on the basic use of an IPhone. iPhones will be available, and members will learn how to use the iPhone, and different applications such as facebook, google maps, zoom, banking, and camera.
Financial Basics
This introductory course provides information on setting financial goals, balancing a budget including tracking expenses and costs, credit and debt management, saving and investing, and protections.
Diversity, Inclusion and You
The course examines the ways leaders, managers, supervisors, and employees work together to create and maintain a respectful and inclusive work environment. Topics include discussion around Diversity and Inclusion; The Challenges and Benefits of Diversity and Inclusion; Understanding Unconscious Bias; Diversity and Inclusion of Indigenous Workers; Cultural Sensitivity toward Indigenous Workers; and What you can do to Promote Diversity and Inclusion
Schedule
Current Training Schedule (more training sessions added weekly/monthly)!
| Date | Course | City/Town | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 28 | Diversity, Inclusion & You | St. John's | 80 Mews Place | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 1 | Leadership | St. John's | 80 Mews Place | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 2 | Career Progression | St. John's | 80 Mews Place | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 6 | Computer Basics | St. George's | K'Taqmkuk Museum | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 6 | iPhone Basics | St. George's | K'Taqmkuk Museum | 12:00-1:30 |
| Mar 7 | Financial Basics | St. George's | K'Taqmkuk Museum | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 8 | Leadership | St. George's | K'Taqmkuk Museum | 1:00-4:00 |
| Mar 9 | Diversity, Inclusion, & You | St. George's | K'Taqmkuk Museum | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 10 | Career Progression in the Trades | St. George's | K'Taqmkuk Museum | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 7 | Financial Basics | St. John's | 80 Mews Place | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 8 | Leadership | St. John's | 80 Mews Place | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 9 | Career Progression | St. John's | 80 Mews Place | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 14 | Diversity, Inclusion & You | Online | Microsoft Teams | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 15 | Leadership | Online | Microsoft Teams | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 16 | Computer Basics | St. John's | 80 Mews Place | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 21 | Financial Basics | Online | Microsoft Teams | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 22 | Career Progression | Online | Microsoft Teams | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 23 | Diversity, Inclusion & You | St. John's | 80 Mews Place | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 28 | Computer Basics | Clarenville | TBD | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 29 | Financial Basics | Clarenville | TBD | 9:00-12:00 |
| Mar 30 | Leadership | Clarenville | TBD | 9:00-12:00 |
| Apr 4 | Computer Basics | St. John's | 80 Mews Place | 9:00-12:00 |
| Apr 5 | iPhone Basics | St. John's | 80 Mews Place | 9:00-12:00 |
| Apr 6 | Career Progression | St. John's | 80 Mews Place | 9:00-12:00 |
| Apr 11 | Financial Basics | St. John's | 80 Mews Place | 9:00-12:00 |
| Apr 12 | Leadership | St. John's | 80 Mews Place | 9:00-12:00 |
| Apr 13 | Diversity, Inclusion & You | St. John's | 80 Mews Place | 9:00-12:00 |
| Apr 18 | Career Progression | Online | Microsoft Teams | 9:00-12:00 |
| Apr 19 | Financial Basics | Online | Microsoft Teams | 9:00-12:00 |
| Apr 20 | Leadership | Online | Microsoft Teams | 9:00-12:00 |
- Offerings pending sufficient enrolment
- Additional dates and locations can be added in response to interested groups
Instructors
Testimonials
“These courses will ensure that a continuous effort is made to upskill our members, giving them the flexibility to learn, advance and upgrade skills that will help them grow professionally. We look forward to the impact it will have on our membership and the industry as a whole for years to come.”
Darin King
Executive Director, Trades NL
“As our industry grows, so does the need to develop new skillsets. We wanted to create content that would better serve our members and give them the tools to develop their soft-skills. We look forward to seeing our members in the classroom and seeing them succeed.”
Gerard Murphy
Business Manager, SMART Local 512 (Member of Professional Development Advisory Committee)
Register
To register, please fill out the below form and you will be contacted to arrange a date for training. If you require additional information or would prefer to register by phone or email, please Contact us below.
Individual Registration
Employer Registration
Contact
Georgina Lake
Director, Operations
glake@tradesnl.com
(709) 726-4560 ext 211
Trades NL General Office Line
(709) 726-4560 ext 300
80 Mews Place
courses@tradesnl.com