2023-2024 Course Catalog

ABC Keystone offers numerous opportunities for development and growth through various classes, webinars/seminars, and hands-on training. We strategically cater our course selections to meet the industry's and our members' needs.

ABC KEYSTONE EDUCATION & SAFETY TEAM

STEPHANIE LARKIN

VP of Education, Safety & Workforce Development stephanie@abckeystone.org

KEVIN KEITH

Director of Safety Services kevin@abckeystone.org

EMILY WINSLOW

Director of Education emily@abckeystone.org

ABC Keystone 135 Shellyland Road Manheim, PA 17545 (717) 653-8106

ABC Keystone Nittany Valley 898 N Eagle Valley Road Howard, PA 16841 (717) 653-8106

CAREER DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION

The need for skilled individuals–in the field and office–is growing daily. It is more important than ever to attract and retain the best talent. Investing in your team’s educational development is a great way to keep top performers. We offer first-class resources to tap the potential of all your employees.

ABC Keystone creates an enriching, interactive educational environment where active learning can thrive. Hands-on skills practice, group discussion, role-playing, information sharing, coaching, and other innovative methods are used to equip students with the skills needed to immediately and effectively implement what they have learned.

We offer a range of classes developing the hard and soft skills needed for success. Some of our flagship courses include:

• ASHE Health Care & Certified Health Care Exam Prep

• Interpersonal Relationship-Building

• Leadership Development

• HR Management

• Supervisory Training

• Dynamic Crew Leader

• Blueprint Reading

• Excel®

• Sales

• Project Management

We also have Peer Groups for Executive Leaders, HR and Business Development Professionals to encourage continuous development and sharing of best practices. Our latest seminars provide vital, timely training to promote your team’s synergy and effectiveness. Among our recent additions are:

• Leadership 2.0

• Medical Gas & Vacuum Piping Systems

• Construction Estimating I & II

• Member-exclusive FREE Hot Topic Seminars

• FranklinCovey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People®

BLUEPRINT READING

Basic Blueprint Reading

Session Dates:

September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11 & 18, 2023 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm (each session)

January 10, 17, 24 & 31, 2024, February 7 & 14, 2024

(makeup date 2/21) 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm (each session)

April 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2024 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm (each session)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Gain Practical, Hands-on Experience with Blueprints! No prior experience required.

• Learn symbols, abbreviations, and line types to assist in reading construction documents.

• Master adding & subtracting dimensions, calculating areas and volumes from blueprints.

• Understand how to use architectural and engineering scales.

Instructor: Ed Fisher, Light-Heigel & Associates, Inc.

Member Price: $500.00

Non-Member Price: $675.00

Advanced Blueprint Reading

Session Dates:

November 1, 8, 15, 29, December 6 & 13, 2023 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm (each session)

February 28, March 6, 13, 20, 27 & April 3, 2024

(makeup date 4/10) 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm (each session)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Understand how to find the proper details and wall section and verify the correct dimensions.

• Spot conflicts and omissions in the construction plan set and how to resolve inconsistencies.

• Gain confidence in reading construction blueprints for estimating, building construction, material take-off, and checking dimensions.

• Read and interpret prints faster and accurately for fewer mistakes and greater productivity.

Instructor: Ed Fisher, Light-Heigel & Associates, Inc.

Member Price: $475.00

Non-Member Price: $640.00

BLUEPRINT READING

Reading Construction Documents

Available Session Dates:

September 11 & 13, 2023

November 27 & 29, 2023

January 24 & 25, 2024

April 17 & 18, 2024

July 24 & 25, 2024

October 30 & 31, 2024

Location: Live, Online Virtual Course

Description:

10:00 pm - 1:00 pm (each session)

10:00 pm - 1:00 pm (each session)

10:00 pm - 1:00 pm (each session)

10:00 pm - 1:00 pm (each session)

10:00 pm - 1:00 pm (each session)

10:00 pm - 1:00 pm (each session)

• Get familiar with the basics of reading and understanding construction documents.

• Navigate title block information to comb through specification documents.

• Learn how to navigate a project and understand the material and construction requirements.

Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam® Certified Instructor, UChapter2

2023 Member Price: $295.00

2023 Non-Member Price: $395.00

2024 Member Price: $329.00

2024 Non-Member Price: $460.00

CONSTRUCTION & TRADE RELATED

Construction Estimating I

Session Dates:

ABC Keystone Nittany Valley Session Dates: Hybrid Course - In-person or Virtual

October 5, 12, 19, November 2, 9 & 16, 2023

8:00 am - 11:00 am (each session)

ABC Keystone Manheim Session Dates:

March 6, 13, 20, April 3, 10 & 17, 2024

8:00 am - 11:00 am (each session)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Gain confidence in the bid process.

• Understand and practice cost control methods.

• Realize bids built for maximum benefit.

Instructor: Tim Sullivan, Retired

Member Price: $625.00

Non-Member Price: $835.00

Price Includes: Interactive instruction, textbook, hands-on activities & other class materials (textbook is Fundamentals of Construction Estimating, 4th Edition by David Pratt)

CONSTRUCTION & TRADE RELATED

Construction Estimating II

Session Dates:

November 8, 15, 29 & December 6, 13 & 20, 2023 8:00 am - 11:00 am (each session)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Gain confidence in the bid process.

• Understand and practice cost control methods.

• Realize bids built for maximum benefit.

Instructor: Tim Sullivan, Retired

Member Price: $625.00

Non-Member Price: $835.00

Dynamic Crew Leadership

Session Dates:

Price Includes: Interactive instruction, hands-on activities & other class materials

Textbook Not Included: $125 is Fundamentals (Fundamentals of Construction Estimating, 4th Edition by David Pratt)

October 9, 16 & 25, 2023 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm (each session)

November 7, 13 & 20, 2023 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm (each session)

January 15, 22 & 29, 2024 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm (each session)

February 12, 19 & 26, 2024 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm (each session)

March 11, 18 & 25, 2024 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm (each session)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Includes comprehensive DiSC profile.

• Learn how to work with different communication styles.

• Master time management and organization.

• Practice critical conversations from the jobsite.

• Grow team unity and buy-in.

Instructor: Mike Greene, Integrity Works Coaching

Member Price: $425.00

Non-Member Price: $575.00

CONSTRUCTION & TRADE RELATED

Project Management

Manage Priorities from Award to Final Payment!

Session Dates:

September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11 & 18, 2023 8:00 am – 11:00 am (each session)

January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7 & 14, 2024 8:00 am – 11:00 am (each session)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description: This comprehensive, 6-week course will yield immediate and lasting results in new efficiencies, effectiveness and communications in all aspects of the project from pre-bid presentations through the final payment.

• Enhance knowledge of the complete construction planning process.

• Refine scheduling, documentation and record-keeping techniques.

• Learn time management, delegation and negotiation skills.

• Manage project resources using quality control and ethical values.

Instructor: Tim Sullivan, Retired

2023 Member Price: $600.00

2023 Non-Member Price: $810.00

2024 Member Price: $625.00

2024 Non-Member Price: $835.00

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING WITH ABC KEYSTONE

Meeting Your Educational Needs with Customized Training

Contact Emily Winslow at emily@abckeystone.org

Electricity for Refrigeration and HVAC

Troubleshoot Electrical Issues with Confidence!

Session Date: April 15, 22, 29 & May 6, 2024 8:00 am – 3:00 pm (each session)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Designed for beginners to learn the basics of electrical used in the HVAC\R industry.

• Intermediate level professionals looking for a refresher and a challenge in reading, interpreting, and troubleshooting HVAC\R wiring schematics and diagrams.

• Grow your skill set to further your career in the HVAC/R industry.

• Gain a solid foundation in electrical theory, reading schematics, and troubleshooting

Instructor: Derek Robbins, ABC Keystone Director of HVAC

Member Price: $495.00

Non-Member Price: $655.00

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HEALTHCARE ACADEMY

ASHE Healthcare Construction Workshop

Session Dates: Two-Day Course January 23, 2024 8:00 am - 5:00 pm January 24, 2024 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

Latest Rulings and Compliance Issues in Health Care Construction

In the Healthcare Construction Workshop, you will learn the ins and outs of working in a health care construction environment, helping you position yourself as a desirable candidate for healthcare construction jobs. Earn 17.5 CEC’s (equivalent to 17.5 contact hours)

• Articulate factors that are unique to the planning, design, construction, and renovation of healthcare facilities and implement best practices based on those factors.

• Facilitate and effectively participate in communication with the health care construction or renovation project team and stakeholders.

• Identify codes and standards compliance issues that are impacted during planning, design, construction and renovation, and implement measures to ensure compliance.

Instructor: Certified ASHE Staff

Register Before 12/21/23 and Save!

ABC/ASHE Member Price: $1,050.00

Non-ABC/ASHE Member Price: $1,500.00

After 12/21/23

ABC/ASHE Member Price: $1,150.00

Non-ABC/ASHE Member Price: $1,600.00

Disclaimer:

These programs are official ASHE programs being hosted by ABC Keystone. Pricing, registration, and coordination of these events are determined by ABC Keystone. Registrations for these programs are not transferable to other ASHE Courses.

Infection Control Risk Management (ICRA)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Day 1: Explains the importance of construction-specific infection controls and best management practices in healthcare settings.

• Day 2: Techniques for constructing hard-wall barriers for high-risk projects, required by most healthcare facilities.

Instructor: Greg Ashman

ABC

CONSTRUCTION HEALTHCARE

Medical Gas and Vacuum Piping Systems

Installers Certification Course ASSE 6010

Session Dates: January 30 & 31, February 1 & 2, 2024 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (each session)

* Maximum of 30 Students per Class - Register Early!

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

Learn proper brazing techniques and requirements and gain knowledge in system installation for hospitals, office-based occupancies, nursing homes and other healthcare facilities.

• Discover safe practices for medical gas pipeline equipment installation.

• Gain hands-on training to further your understanding.

• Receive Med Gas 6010 certification upon successful completion of written test and brazing.

Instructor: Jeff McBride, CMGV, Red Lion Medgas Consultants, Inc.

Member Price: $1,250.00

Non-Member Price: $1,675.00

HUMAN RESOURCES

Submitting Certified Payroll No-Cost Seminar Protect Your Company & Avoid Mistakes!

Session Date: September 27, 2023 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Hybrid Course: Attend In-person at ABC Keystone Manheim or Virtually

Description:

Contractors face unique payroll challenges that traditional payroll companies are often unprepared to handle. Join Beneco and ABC Keystone for a seminar where you will learn the ins and outs of certified payroll and how you can protect yourself and your growing company.

• Learn how to complete a certified payroll report.

• Avoid common mistakes in the reporting process.

• Streamline your processes for easier payroll and reporting.

• Get answers to the tricky questions you’ve encountered.

Instructor: Mike Mullen, Beneco

Member Price: NO-COST

Non-Member Price: NO-COST

Includes Free Breakfast Compliments of

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT ACADEMY

Human Resources Management Academy

The Human Resources Management Academy teaches you how companies and organizations can achieve success through strategically managing human resources functions.

• Series approved for 22 credit hours towards PHR, SPHR and GPHR professional re-certification.

• Each session approved for 2.0 SHRM credit hours.

Instructor: Jim Weischedel, Samaritan Consulting Group

Series Dates: September 2023 - December 2024

* 12 Session Series

* Classes cycle continuously, join any time at series rate.

Series Pricing: ABC Member: $1,500.00

Non-Member: $2,000.00

Individual Session Pricing: ABC Member: $150.00

Non-Member: $200.00

Coaching Employees, Performance Feedback & Appraisals

Best Practices for Expectations, Goals & Appraisals

Available Dates:

September 20, 2023 8:00 am - 10:00 am

September 18, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Hybrid Course: Attend In-person at ABC Keystone Manheim or Virtually

Description:

• HR’s roles within an organization.

• Business partnerships with organization leaders.

• Organizational change.

• Organization communication systems.

• HR strategic planning.

Instructor: Jim Weischedel, Samaritan Consulting Group

Member Price: $150.00

Non-Member Price: $200.00

• HR management competencies.

• HR’s role in organization culture.

• Employee advocacy.

• Ethics in business.

Series of 12 Member Price: $1,500.00

Series of 12 Non-Member Price: $2,000.00

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT ACADEMY

Conducting Investigations, Disciplining, & Terminating Employees

Deal with Tough Issues Legally & Effectively

Available Dates: October 18, 2023 8:00 am - 10:00 am

October 16, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Hybrid Course: Attend In-person at ABC Keystone Manheim or Virtually

Description:

• How to run a professional internal employee conduct investigation.

• Effective disciplinary action and termination processes.

• The appropriate steps in a progressive disciplinary action process.

• Typical disciplinary action steps for a variety of infractions.

• Key issues to consider before terminating an employee.

• Legal risks and exposure when improperly terminating an employee.

Instructor: Jim Weischedel, Samaritan Consulting Group

Member Price: $150.00

Non-Member Price: $200.00

Series of 12 Member Price: $1,500.00

Series of 12 Non-Member Price: $2,000.00

Employee Relations and Engagement

Strategies for Retaining Your Best Talent

Available Dates: November 15, 2023 8:00 am - 10:00 am

November 20, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Hybrid Course: Attend In-person at ABC Keystone Manheim or Virtually

Description:

• HR’s role in employee relations.

• Modern research on employee engagement.

• The impact employee engagement can have on profits and key business performance indicators.

• The key elements of employee engagement.

• Practical examples organizations can use for each engagement element to increase engagement.

• How to measure employee engagement.

• Strategies to retain key employees and improve overall retention rates.

Instructor: Jim Weischedel, Samaritan Consulting Group

Member Price: $150.00

Non-Member Price: $200.00

Series of 12 Member Price: $1,500.00

Series of 12 Non-Member Price: $2,000.00

IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL

IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT ACADEMY

Employee Orientation, Training, & Development

On-boarding, Career Ladders & Promotion Planning

IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL

Session Dates:

December 20, 2023 8:00 am - 10:00 am

December 18, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Hybrid Course: Attend In-person at ABC Keystone Manheim or Virtually

Description:

• Key elements in effective employee orientation programs.

• How to identify and use competencies for positions.

• Conducting a competency-based skills gap analysis and creating a development plan.

• Succession planning for key positions within organizations.

• Developing career ladders.

• Promoting leaders from within, and the key evaluation competencies.

Instructor: Jim Weischedel, Samaritan Consulting Group

Member Price: $150.00 Series of 12 Member Price: $1,500.00

Non-Member Price: $200.00

IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL

of 12 Non-Member Price: $2,000.00

OUR MEMBERS SAY IT BEST!

“This program is a benefit because it brings a new perspective to what we do daily. There are many strategies and resources that can be utilized that aren’t necessarily taught in the field.” - Matthew Briegel, Conewago Enterprises, Inc.

Pay, Benefits & Other Rewards

Creative Compensation Solutions for the Modern Workforce

Session Date: January 17, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Hybrid Course: Attend In-person at ABC Keystone Manheim or Virtually

Description:

• How to set up a compensation structure.

• Key steps in job evaluations.

• Creating variable pay plans.

• Managing a merit pay increase process.

• Key components of executive compensation.

• How to develop and execute benefit strategies.

• Benchmarking benefit plans and cafeteria plans.

• Other creative rewards that can engage and retain the workforce.

Instructor: Jim Weischedel, Samaritan Consulting Group

Member Price: $150.00

Non-Member Price: $200.00

Series of 12 Member Price: $1,500.00

Series of 12 Non-Member Price: $2,000.00

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT ACADEMY

Safety, Security, Health, & Leaves of Absence Management

OSHA, ADA, Violence, Fitness, Workers’ Comp & Reporting

IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL

IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL

Session Date: February 21, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Hybrid Course: Attend In-person at ABC Keystone Manheim or Virtually

Description:

• The mechanics and challenges of managing FMLA and other leaves of absence.

• An overview of OSHA and what it takes to comply with their regulations.

• How to set up and run a safety committee.

• The basics of drug testing processes.

• Ways to maintain security in the workplace.

• Health issues facing HR, including managing ADA, fitness for duty exams, and high health risk employees.

• Strategies to effectively manage workers’ compensation processes, including record keeping and reporting.

Instructor: Jim Weischedel, Samaritan Consulting Group

Member Price: $150.00

Non-Member Price: $200.00

Series of 12 Member Price: $1,500.00

Series of 12 Non-Member Price: $2,000.00

HR’s Strategic, Operational & Administrative Roles

Foundational Skills Training on the Key Issues, Laws & Best Practices in HR

Session Date: March 27, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Hybrid Course: Attend In-person at ABC Keystone Manheim or Virtually

Description:

• Identify HR’s strategic, operational, and administrative roles within an organization.

• Understand how to manage organizational change effectively.

• Learn methods of HR strategic planning and key management competencies.

• Foster culture development and effective communication systems.

• Balance organizational needs and employee advocacy.

• Promote ethics in business.

Instructor: Jim Weischedel, Samaritan Consulting Group

Member Price: $150.00

Non-Member Price: $200.00

Series of 12 Member Price: $1,500.00

Series of 12 Non-Member Price: $2,000.00

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT ACADEMY

Employment Laws, Compliance, and Minimizing Risk

Understand Specific HR Laws and their Potential Impacts

IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL

IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL

Session Date: April 17, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Hybrid Course: Attend In-person at ABC Keystone Manheim or Virtually

Description:

• The primary employment laws that impact HR processes.

• Illegal discrimination and harassment risks and prevention strategies.

• Ways to minimize employment legal risk.

• Employment laws, regulations and their agencies.

• How to properly classify jobs as exempt or nonexempt under the FLSA.

• Basic concepts of unions and union avoidance strategies.

• Key policies contained in an Employee Handbook.

Instructor: Jim Weischedel, Samaritan Consulting Group

Member Price: $150.00

Non-Member Price: $200.00

Series of 12 Member Price: $1,500.00

Series of 12 Non-Member Price: $2,000.00

EVENTS, EDUCATION & TRAINING CALENDAR

Events, Education & Training at ABCKEYSTONE.ORG

Job Descriptions, HR Record Keeping and Reporting

Key Areas of Focus in HR Evaluation Audits

Session Date: May 15, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Hybrid Course: Attend In-person at ABC Keystone Manheim or Virtually

Description:

• How to write an effective job description.

• The relationship between job descriptions and other key HR processes.

• Key records employers must create and maintain.

• HR reporting requirements.

• How to set up a personnel file, HR records and retention schedules.

• Equal employment opportunity and affirmative action plans.

• The benefits of conducting an HR compliance and effectiveness audit.

• Main areas HR auditors evaluate.

Instructor: Jim Weischedel, Samaritan Consulting Group

Member Price: $150.00

Non-Member Price: $200.00

Series of 12 Member Price: $1,500.00

Series of 12 Non-Member Price: $2,000.00

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT ACADEMY

Effective Recruiting & Hiring

Brand Your Company to Attract the Right Talent

Session Date: June 19, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Hybrid Course: Attend In-person at ABC Keystone Manheim or Virtually

Description:

• Effective recruiting strategies and sources.

• Learn to create an attractive employment brand and advertisements.

• Best practices to establish an effective hiring process.

• Advantages of promoting from within.

• Questions interviewers can and cannot legally ask in an interview.

• How to handle difficult hiring topics.

Instructor: Jim Weischedel, Samaritan Consulting Group

Member Price: $150.00

Non-Member Price: $200.00

Series of 12 Member Price: $1,500.00

Series of 12 Non-Member Price: $2,000.00

Behavioral-based Interviewing Hiring the Right Fit for the Position & Culture

Session Date: July 17, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Hybrid Course: Attend In-person at ABC Keystone Manheim or Virtually

Description:

• How to establish critical competencies for positions.

• Ways to develop behavior-based interviewing questions that target critical competencies.

• Interviewing strategies for organizational cultural fit and values.

Instructor: Jim Weischedel, Samaritan Consulting Group

Member Price: $150.00

Non-Member Price: $200.00

Employment Assessments

Series of 12 Member Price: $1,500.00

Series of 12 Non-Member Price: $2,000.00

Understand Specific HR Laws and their Potential Impacts

Session Date: August 21, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Hybrid Course: Attend In-person at ABC Keystone Manheim or Virtually

Description:

• The background and science behind assessments.

• Effective and legal assessments used in the hiring process.

• Assessments used for employee development and team building.

• How assessments can be used for technical skills.

• Incorporating assessments into hiring and development processes.

Instructor: Jim Weischedel, Human Resources Consultant, Samaritan Consulting Group

Member Price: $150.00

Non-Member Price: $200.00

Series of 12 Member Price: $1,500.00

Series of 12 Non-Member Price: $2,000.00

IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL

IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL

IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SERIES

Leadership Development Series

Develop and enhance your team’s leadership skills and help to meet career and organizational objectives. Build on existing skills and help leaders to apply those skills to workplace situations.

Series Dates: October 2023 - June 2024 (9 Session Series)

* Classes cycle continuously, join any time at series rate.

Indv. Session Pricing: ABC Member: $150.00 Non-Member: $200.00

Series Pricing: ABC Member: $1,215.00 Non-Member: $1,520.00

Self-Management | Strategies to Improve Productivity and Results!

Session Date: October 10, 2023 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Strengthen your leadership skills in a world of constant change.

• Get more done in less time.

• Create a new kind of schedule and discover your “zone.”

Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

Indv. Member Price: $150.00 Series of 9 Member Price: $1,215.00 Indv. Non-Member Price: $200.00 Series of 9 Non-Member Price: $1,520.00

Setting & Achieving GOALS | Goals for Quantifiable Results!

Session Date: November 14, 2023 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Learn how to select and define goals for you and your team.

• Successfully design measurable goals for quantifiable results.

• Discover the discipline and daily practices needed to reach your goals.

Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

Indv. Member Price: $150.00

Indv. Non-Member Price: $200.00

Series of 9 Member Price: $1,215.00

Series of 9 Non-Member Price: $1,520.00

Leadership v. Management | What Makes A Great Leader

Characteristics of Great Leaders & Developing Talent

Session Date: December 12, 2023 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Gain skills to recognize and develop your next generation of leaders.

• Develop awareness of the characteristics needed of leaders and how to develop them further.

Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

Indv. Member Price: $150.00 Series of 9 Member Price: $1,215.00

Indv. Non-Member Price: $200.00 Series of 9 Non-Member Price: $1,520.00

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SERIES

Discovering Your DiSC Style

Unlock the Key to Your Communication Style

Session Date: January 9, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Discover and understand your communication style.

• Learn about other styles and how better to connect.

Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

Indv. Member Price: $150.00

Indv. Non-Member Price: $200.00

Communication is Everything!

Series of 9 Member Price: $1,215.00

Series of 9 Non-Member Price: $1,520.00

Improve Relationships through Effective Communication

Session Date: February 13, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Learn to decipher others’ styles quickly for more effective conversations.

• Practice conversations for success.

• Develop strategies for better outcomes.

Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

Indv. Member Price: $150.00

Indv. Non-Member Price: $200.00

Attitude Adjustments

Series of 9 Member Price: $1,215.00

Series of 9 Non-Member Price: $1,520.00

How to Recognize, Diffuse & Handle Attitudes!

Session Date: March 12, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• How to make attitude adjustments and implement the change.

• Discover how to diffuse the negative attitudes of others that disrupt team progress.

• Learn how to handle a teammate with excellent skills with a philosophy that gets in the way.

• Be a leader who projects positivity and cultivates an encouraging team environment.

Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

Indv. Member Price: $150.00 Series of 9 Member Price: $1,215.00

Indv. Non-Member Price: $200.00 Series of 9 Non-Member Price: $1,520.00

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SERIES

Networking, Referrals, Strategic Alliances

Expand Your Circle of Influence!

Session Date: April 9, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Discover how to network effectively.

• Understand referrals – discover the keys to success.

• Build a strategic alliance network. Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

Developing High-Trust Teams

Develop, Retain & Attract the Best Talent!

Session Date: May 14, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Discover how to build trust quickly.

• Break down trust barriers.

• Create a plan for success.

Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

Understanding Financials for Non-Accountants

Breakdown of the P&L, Balance Sheet and Financial Trends

Session Date: June 11, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Decipher the P&L and learn how to spot financial trends.

• Understand numbers significant to your business/department.

• A better understanding of the balance sheet.

Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

LEADERSHIP 2.0 SERIES

Leadership 2.0 Series

The Leadership 2.0 Series is a five-session series designed to enhance your awareness and effectiveness as a leader in today’s world. Build on your skillset gained from the Leadership Development Series.

Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

Series Dates: December 2023 - April 2024

* 5 Session Series

* Classes cycle continuously, join any time at series rate.

Indv. Member Price: $150.00

Indv. Non-Member Price: $200.00

Series of 5 Member Price: $675.00

Series of 5 Non-Member Price: $900.00

Emotional Intelligence

Get Better Results by Increasing EQ

Session Date: December 19, 2023 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Identify areas of personal strengths and weaknesses in EQ.

• Reduce conflict and tension with other teammates.

• Become more confident in your decision making.

Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

Indv. Member Price: $150.00 Series of 5 Member Price: $675.00

Indv. Non-Member Price: $200.00 Series of 5 Non-Member Price: $900.00

Leading a Multi-generational Workforce

Setting Your Diverse Teams Up for Success

Session Date: January 16, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Become more mindful of generational attitudes and gain confidence in navigating them.

• Learn how to bridge the differences in “languages” being used.

• Effectively manage a diverse team as a cohesive, productive unit.

Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

Indv. Member Price: $150.00 Series of 5 Member Price: $675.00

Indv. Non-Member Price: $200.00 Series of 5 Non-Member Price: $900.00

LEADERSHIP 2.0 SERIES

Overcoming Incivility in the Workplace

Creating Environments Where Everyone Feels Comfortable

Session Dates: February 20, 2024 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Recognize when civility is breaking down and know the right ways to respond.

• Grow your leadership capabilities & become better equipped to engage your team.

• Create a team culture where everyone feels comfortable, valued & performs at their best everyday.

Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

Indv. Member Price: $150.00

of 5 Member Price: $675.00

Non-Member Price: $200.00 Series of 5 Non-Member Price: $900.00

Motivating Fellow Employees Inspiring Teams to Greater Productivity

Session Dates: March 19, 2024 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Become more motivated personally and professionally.

• Successfully manage the poorly motivated to aspire to greater productivity.

• Lead a cohesive team with common goals & expectations.

Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

Indv. Member Price: $150.00 Series of 5 Member Price: $675.00

Indv. Non-Member Price: $200.00 Series of 5 Non-Member Price: $900.00

Negotiating for Win-Win Outcomes

Cultivating Successful, Long-Term Negotiation Partners

Session Dates: April 16, 2024 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Be confident in your ability to negotiate.

• Learn how to uncover the other’s true desired outcomes.

• Build long-term trust relationships with negotiation partners.

Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

Indv. Member Price: $150.00 Series of 5 Member Price: $675.00

Indv. Non-Member Price: $200.00 Series of 5 Non-Member Price: $900.00

LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT

Superintendent Training Program (STP)

Six Session Course

Description:

This comprehensive six-unit program focuses on the knowledge and skills that every supervisor must have to be an effective manager of people, time, equipment and materials.

Come away with increased leadership and communication skills and understand how to save time and money through better planning and scheduling. Learn to improve productivity and manage projects more efficiently to control costs. Fine-tune your understanding and administration of contracts, develop problem-solving skills, and learn to implement risk management skills.

All six units are required for STP certification – the program’s structure allows for flexibility in completion. Units do not need to be taken in numerical order.

The STP program was developed by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)

STP 1: Leadership and Motivation

Effective Supervision to Lead and Motivate Your Team

Session Dates: September 20 & October 4, 2023 7:30 am - 4:00 pm (each session)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Learn the comprehensive role of the construction supervisor and develop skills to lead your team.

• Motivate others through positive feedback and other techniques.

• Coach your team up into a cohesive unit; all on the same page.

• Practice leadership skills through real-life scenario role-playing and discussions.

Instructor: Seth Lewis, BlueCollar Business Coach

Session Member Price: $600.00

Session Non-Member Price: $810.00

Series of 6 (Units 1-6) Member Price: $3,300.00

Series of 6 (Units 1-6) Non-Member Price: $4,380.00

LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT

STP 2: Communications

Effective Communications for Great Teams

Session Dates: October 25 & November 8, 2023 7:30 am - 4:00 pm (each session)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Become a more effective communicator with your team.

• Navigate different personalities and be ready to deal with confrontation in positive ways.

• Improve conversational, electronic and written communication skills.

• Hold team meetings that net the results you want.

Instructor: Seth Lewis, BlueCollar Business Coach

Session Member Price: $600.00

Session Non-Member Price: $810.00

Series of 6 (Units 2-1) Member Price: $3,300.00

Series of 6 (Units 2-1) Non-Member Price: $4,380.00

STP 3: Planning & Scheduling

Intentional Practices for Desired Outcomes

Session Dates: December 7 & 21, 2023 & January 4, 2024 h7:30 am - 4:00 pm (each session)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Learn to prepare, communicate and execute a plan.

• Maximize efficiencies with scheduling software in the field and office.

• Understand the value savings with intentional scheduling practices.

• Increase project quality and team harmony through thoughtful planning.

Instructor: Tim Sullivan, Retired

Session Member Price: $600.00

Session Non-Member Price: $810.00

Series of 6 (Units 3-2) Member Price: $3,300.00

Series of 6 (Units 3-2) Non-Member Price: $4,380.00

LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT

STP 4: Contract Documents

Sound Documentation & Site Management Processes

Session Dates: January 18, February 1 & 15, 2024 7:30 am - 4:00 pm (each session)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Recognize the roles and responsibilities of all contracted parties on a project.

• Understand how contract documents can help solve problems and conflicts as they arise on the jobsite.

• Develop positive relationships with construction partners to reduce time impacts.

• Establish good documentation practices and site management processes.

Instructor: Jeffrey C. Bright, Esq., Saxton & Stump Lawyers and Consultants

Session Member Price: $600.00

Session Non-Member Price: $810.00

Series of 6 (Units 4-3) Member Price: $3,300.00

Series of 6 (Units 4-3) Non-Member Price: $4,380.00

STP 5: Improving Productivity & Managing Project Costs

Controlling Costs and Increasing Productivity on the Jobsite

Session Dates: February 29, March 14 & 21, 2024 7:30 am - 4:00 pm (each session)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Learn about the pre-construction process, bid review, and “killer” clauses.

• Understand the importance of the budget, goals, estimates, takeoffs, contracting partners, look-ahead schedules, and pre-planning checklist.

• Develop a cost management plan and bill of materials and learn the importance of jobsite record keeping.

• Avoid loss of productivity pitfalls and factors that lead to them.

• Understand the cost of equipment, labor, and steps to maximize productivity.

• Gain skills managing project contractor partners and working together as a team with common goals.

Instructor: Tim Sullivan, Retired

Session Member Price: $600.00

Session Non-Member Price: $810.00

Series of 6 (Units 5-4) Member Price: $3,300.00

Series of 6 (Units 5-4) Non-Member Price: $4,380.00

LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT

STP 6: Risk Management and Problem Solving

Effective Accident Prevention and Loss Control

Session Dates: September 12 & 26 & October 10, 2024

7:30 am - 4:00 pm (each session)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Evaluate different forms of risk in unfamiliar work areas.

• Cultivate a problem-solving attitude that includes identifying probable consequences.

• Become a Safety Leader knowledgeable of OSHA standards, discussing potential risks, and communicating team expectations.

• Build a culture of accountability and personal responsibility within your team.

• Examine potential risks with equipment, materials, water, manpower, and aggressive scheduling.

• Minimize loss control from theft, fire, weather, and security hazards.

• Create a crisis management plan for your team and worksite.

• Learn the importance of knowing insurance requirements on each job and the potential costs that come with accidents.

Instructor: Eugene Schmitt, Murray

PEER GROUPS

Human Resources Contractor Peer Group

For HR Professionals in ABC Keystone Contracting Firms

Four Session Series — Join Any Time at Series Rate!

ABC Keystone Manheim

Session Dates:

September 13, 2023 9:00 am - 10:30 am

November 8, 2023 9:00 am - 10:30 am

February 14, 2024 9:00 am - 10:30 am

April 10, 2024 9:00 am - 10:30 am

September 11, 2024 9:00 am - 10:30 am

November 13, 2024 9:00 am - 10:30 am

ABC Nittany Valley Office: February 15, 2024 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Session Dates: April 11, 2024 9:00 am - 10:30 am

September 12, 2024 9:00 am - 10:30 am

November 14, 2024 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Description:

Get together with fellow HR professionals to share experiences and help one another improve personal and company performance in an encouraging environment.

• Find practical solutions to common industry problems.

• Maintain a network of peers for support and sharing of best practices.

• Discuss common challenges and brainstorm solutions.

Instructor: Gale McLean, PHR, SHRM-CP, Contractor Benefits Group, LLC

Individual Session Member Pricing: $150.00 Series Pricing Member: $495.00

Business Development Peer Group

For Business Development Professionals in ABC Keystone Firms

Four Session Series — Join Any Time at Series Rate!

Session Dates: September 20, 2023 9:00 am - 11:00 am November 22, 2023 9:00 am - 11:00 am

8, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am

3, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am

26, 2024

am - 11:00 am October 2, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description: Accountability and goals are crucial to a successful sales professional life. The center focus of this peer coaching format will be reporting on victories and challenges, sharing best practices, building strategic partners, and gaining the motivation and tools to surpass goals.

• Gain close relationships with industry peers.

• Discuss common challenges and brainstorm solutions.

• Learn best practices and gain accountability.

• Explore new methods with others facing similar challenges.

Instructor: Mike Greene, IntegrityWorks Coaching

Individual Session Member Pricing: $150.00 Series Member Pricing: $550.00

PEER GROUPS

Executive Leader Contractor Peer Group

For Executive Leadership in ABC Member Contracting Firms

Four Session Series — Join Any Time at Series Rate!

ABC Keystone Manheim

Session Dates:

ABC Nittany Valley Office

Session Date:

Description:

October 12, 2023 9:00 am - 11:00 am (each session)

January 18, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am (each session)

April 18, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am (each session)

July 18, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am (each session)

October 17, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am (each session)

October 12, 2023 9:00 am - 10:30 am

ABC’s Executive Leader Peer Group has proven to be an invaluable resource for CEOs and top-level decision-makers representing companies of diverse size and industry. The first half of the workshop consists of an introduction and instruction on the subject of the day, and the second half focuses on real world application. This could include case studies, attendee trouble shooting, best practice sharing, and peer coaching.

• Gain close relationships with industry peers.

• Discuss common challenges and brainstorm solutions.

• Learn best practices from other industry leaders.

• Explore new methods with others facing similar challenges.

Instructor: Jeff Witmer, Pathway Business Advisors

Individual Session Member Pricing: $199.00

Series Pricing Member: $699.00

Seven Session Series — Join Any Time at Series Rate!

Description:

This series is designed to broaden your career perspectives and develop competencies in communication, self-awareness, professional adaptability, leadership, and professionalism.

Instructor: Karen Snyder, Samaritan Consulting Group

Series Pricing: ABC Member $875.00

Non-Member $1,150.00

Individual Session Pricing: ABC Member $150.00

Non-Member $200.00

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES

Delegating for Results

Develop Talent, Streamline Processes & Increase Team Output

Session Date: March 6, 2024 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Seven Session Series — Join Any Time at Series Rate!

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Develop team talent, increase results and team unity.

• Accomplish more in less time, and devote time to your most critical tasks.

• Navigate difficult conversations with grace.

• Find solutions to “time crunch” issues.

Instructor: Leslie Wireback, Samaritan Consulting Group

Indv. Session Member Price: $150.00 Series Member Price: $875.00

Indv. Session Non-Member Price: $200.00 Series Non-Member Price: $1,150.00

Building Accountability

Accountability Building for Successful Teams

Session Date: April 3, 2024 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Seven Session Series — Join Any Time at Series Rate!

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Produce measurable results to meet your goals.

• Create a culture of accountability with your team.

• End the frustrations that come from falling short of success.

• Reach next-level performance through personal accountability.

Instructor: Karen Snyder, Samaritan Consulting Group

Indv. Session Member Price: $150.00 Series Member Price: $875.00

Indv. Session Non-Member Price: $200.00 Series Non-Member Price: $1,150.00

Successfully Navigating Change

Smooth and Successful Change Management Yields Lasting Results

Session Date: May 1, 2024 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Seven Session Series — Join Any Time at Series Rate!

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Develop plans to take charge of personal, managerial, organization change.

• Plan for desired outcomes and any challenges that might ensue.

• Produce realistic, achievable, and measurable results.

• Practice change-resistant encounters to know what to say and do.

Instructor: Karen Snyder, Samaritan Consulting Group

Indv. Session Member Price: $150.00 Series Member Price: $875.00

Indv. Session Non-Member Price: $200.00 Series Non-Member Price: $1,150.00

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES

Conflict Management

Improve Outcomes Through Positive Strategies!

Session Date: June 5, 2024 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Seven Session Series — Join Any Time at Series Rate!

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Assess your skills in dealing with conflict and establish ground rules for resolving conflict.

• Receive positive benefits from competition and reduce the negative.

• Personal, professional, and organizational growth.

• Practice conflict resolution skills and receive feedback.

Instructor: Leslie Wireback, Samaritan Consulting Group

Indv. Session Member Price: $150.00 Series Member Price: $875.00

Indv. Session Non-Member Price: $200.00 Series Non-Member Price: $1,150.00

Time Management

Increase Efficiencies to Achieve More!

Session Date: July 10, 2024 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Seven Session Series — Join Any Time at Series Rate!

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Identify causes of procrastination, indecision, and pinpoint personal time-wasters.

• Increase your concentration and focus.

• Schedule your time more effectively, to stay on track and keep essential goals in mind.

Instructor: Karen Snyder, Samaritan Consulting Group

Indv. Session Member Price: $150.00 Series Member Price: $875.00

Indv. Session Non-Member Price: $200.00 Series Non-Member Price: $1,150.00

Providing Quality Customer Service

Keys to Attract and Retain Customers

Session Dates: August 7, 2024 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Seven Session Series — Join Any Time at Series Rate!

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Offer consistently excellent customer service, while improving standing in the marketplace.

• Manage the customer experience rather than “winging it.”

• Handle challenging customer situations and while preserving relationships.

• Establish procedures for consistent execution.

Instructor: Karen Snyder, Samaritan Consulting Group

Indv. Session Member Price: $150.00 Series Member Price: $875.00

Indv. Session Non-Member Price: $200.00 Series Non-Member Price: $1,150.00

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES

Positive Assertiveness

Successful Interactions Result in Win-Win Outcomes!

Session Date: September 4, 2024 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Seven Session Series — Join Any Time at Series Rate!

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Gain an assertiveness style.

• Discover ways to develop and practice positive assertiveness.

• Use body language to help reflect your assertiveness.

• Develop your personal action plan for change.

Instructor: Leslie Wireback, Samaritan Consulting Group

Indv. Session Member Price: $150.00

Indv. Session Non-Member Price: $200.00

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Series Member Price: $875.00

Series Non-Member Price: $1,150.00

SalesWorks!

Generate Revenue & Develop Long-Term Clients

Session Date: September 11, 18, 25, & October 2, 2023 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm (each session)

April 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2024 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm (each session)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

Four interactive sessions that will improve your sales performance while focusing on ways to maximize your impact on your customers. It’s all about “focus and awareness” and using the best “tools” in delivering your service or product in a way that fulfills the needs, wants, and values of your customer…. better than anyone else!

• Leverage your creativity by defining and systematizing your sales process.

• Build a purposeful and energizing sales plan, then learn to execute and adjust.

• Develop long-term clients through deep and purposeful relationships.

• Sell more – gain balance and energy through focus, purpose, and effectiveness.

• Know your numbers, what they mean, and how to improve them.

Instructor: Mike Greene, IntegrityWorks Coaching

Member Price: $450.00

Non-Member Price: $595.00

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

7 Habits of Highly Effective People®

Revolutionize Your Personal Effectiveness and Productivity

Session Date: February 28 & 29, 2024 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (each session)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

Habits are powerful forces in our lives that determine our effectiveness or ineffectiveness. The purpose of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, based on principles detailed in Stephen Covey’s famous self-help book, is to help you lead your life effectively. They represent a proven process of personal and interpersonal growth that can have an immediate and lasting impact. Gain a personal plan of action to enhance your productivity and leadership skills.

Dr. Stephen R. Covey was a global leadership authority. His international bestseller, “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People®” was named one of the ten most influential management books ever by Forbes magazine and is the bestselling audio book in history.

• Execute critical priorities with focus and planning.

• End self-defeating behavior.

• Develop strong relationships based on mutual trust.

• Be prepared to deal with difficult circumstances before they happen.

• Increase team engagement, morale, and collaboration.

• Create a highly effective culture based on core values.

• Raise the next leaders who model competence and character.

Instructor: Monica Glowinski, Senior Director of Chapter Development, ABC National

Member Price: $695.00

Working Genius Workshop

Non-Member Price: $940.00

Leveraging Strengths for Productivity & Fulfillment

Session Date: February 6, 2024 8:00 am – 9:30 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

When leaders and teams better understand their own and each other’s areas of Genius, Competency, and Frustration, they are immediately more capable of the following:

• Avoiding unfair and inaccurate judgments about one another’s motivations.

• Understanding why they’ve been successful or unsuccessful in past endeavors.

• Increasing individual and team productivity to get more successful work done.

• Improving meeting effectiveness.

• Making quick and concrete adjustments to how work gets done.

Instructor: Steve Erb, True Edge Performance Solutions, LLC

Member Price: $125.00

Non-Member Price: $170.00

MICROSOFT OFFICE® TRAINING: EXCEL®

Excel: Basics

Basic Worksheet Functions, Formulas & Working with Data

Four Session Series - (Basics, Intermediate I, Intermediate II & Advanced)

Session Date: October 18, 2023 8:00 am - 12:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

Learn basic worksheet functions and formulas and how to work with data in spreadsheets. This is an interactive, hands-on learning experience! Please bring your laptop to class.

• Introduction to Excel

• Data entry and manipulation

• Formulas

• Spreadsheets and workbooks

• Basic formatting and printing

Course Prerequisite: Must have Windows and mouse proficiency. If you do not have experience creating formulas in Excel, this course is for you!

Instructor: Edie Margolis, Founder and President of PC Easy

Individual Session Member Pricing: $300.00

Individual Session Non-Member Pricing: $400.00

Individual Series of 4 Member Pricing: $975.00

Individual Series of 4 Non-Member Pricing: $1,295.00

Excel: Intermediate I

Create 3-Dimensional Spreadsheets, Use Logical Formulas & Create Charts!

Three Session Series (Intermediate I, Intermediate II & Advanced)

Session Date: October 25, 2023 8:00 am - 12:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

Learn the skills and concepts necessary to create and use three-dimensional spreadsheets and use logical formulas. Use Excel’s database functions, and create charts. This is an interactive, hands-on learning experience! Please bring your laptop to class.

• Numbering

• Ranges

• Formulas

• Conditional formatting

• Print set up

• Database function

• Three-Dimensional spreadsheets

• Charting

Course Prerequisite: Must have Excel – Basics or equivalent experience

Instructor: Edie Margolis, Founder and President of PC Easy

Individual Session Member Pricing: $300.00

Individual Session Non-Member Pricing: $400.00

Individual Series of 3 Member Pricing: $825.00

Individual Series of 3 Non-Member Pricing: $1,125.00

MICROSOFT OFFICE® TRAINING: EXCEL®

Excel: Intermediate II

Creating 3-D Spreadsheets & Charts and Using Logical Formulas!

Session Date: November 1, 2023 8:00 am - 12:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

Create 3-D Spreadsheets & Charts and Using Logical Formulas! This is an interactive, hands-on learning experience! Please bring your laptop to class.

• Protecting worksheets

• Ranges

• Advanced printing options

• Advanced data manipulation

• Graphics

• Enhancing file appearance

• Drawing tools

• Macros

Course Prerequisite: Must have Excel – Intermediate I or equivalent experience.

Instructor: Edie Margolis, Founder and President of PC Easy

Member Pricing: $300.00

Non-Member Pricing: $400.00

Excel: Advanced

Create professional spreadsheets for your next presentation!

Session Date: November 1, 2023 8:00 am - 12:00 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

Advanced Techniques for Analyzing, Manipulating & Presenting Data! This is an interactive, hands-on learning experience! Please bring your laptop to class.

• Data consolidation

• Advanced database functions

• In-depth Macro understanding

• Advanced chart creation, manipulation, and use of pivot tables

Course Prerequisite: Must have Excel – Intermediate Part II or equivalent experience.

Instructor: Edie Margolis, Founder and President of PC Easy

Member Pricing: $300.00

Non-Member Pricing: $400.00

BLUEBEAM®

Bluebeam® Courses: No-Cost Launch Webinar

Explore Our Upcoming Bluebeam Course Series

Session Dates:

September 28, 2023 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

December 20, 2023 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

March 19, 2024 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

June 19, 2024 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

September 25, 2024 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Location: Live, Online Virtual Course

Description:

When it comes to AEC industry software, Bluebeam Revu is one of the most popular quickly growing to over 2 million users worldwide. With functionality for Design Review, Estimating, Collecting Field Data, and others, Bluebeam is not your average PDF software. We are excited to announce we have partnered with Troy DeGroot with UChpater2.com to provide the best quality Bluebeam training in the industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to see an introduction to each upcoming course and learning objectives. Get your questions answered to assure you’re in the appropriate courses for your skillset and workflows.

Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner

Member Price: NO-COST

Non-Member Price: NO-COST

Bluebeam® Baseline Basics

Gain Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu’s Interface Navigation

Available Dates: October 12, 2023 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

January 11, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

April 4, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

July 11, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

October 17, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location: Live, Online Virtual Course

Description:

Learn interface navigation including menu dropdowns, toolbars, various tool panels, keyboard shortcuts and a few recommended settings. While learning various markup and measurement tools, several tips & tricks will be shared to increase speed and accuracy.

• Interface Navigation

• Calibration & Measurements

• Introduction to the Markups List

2023 Member Price: $99.00

2024 Member Price: $110.00

2023 Non-Member Price: $149.00

2024 Non-Member Price: $165.00

BLUEBEAM®

Bluebeam® Material Takeoff & Estimates: Basics

Gain Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu’s Interface Navigation

Available Dates:

November 2, 2023 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

January 17, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

April 10, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

July 17, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

October 23, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location Live, Online Virtual Course

Mandatory Pre-requisite: Bluebeam Baseline Basics

Description:

With Revu’s intuitive measurement tools and customizable interface, we can turn your highlighters into a data rich takeoff tools. We’ll start out going through the standard measurement tools and settings, then move into various customization options and discuss the results in the Markups List.

• Introduction to Viewports

• Measurement Tips & Tricks

• Custom Estimating

2023 Member Price: $99.00

2024 Member Price: $110.00

2023 Non-Member Price: $149.00

2024 Non-Member Price: $165.00

Bluebeam® Material Takeoff & Estimates: Advanced

Gain More In-depth Understanding with Bluebeam Revu’s Interface Navigation

Available Dates: November 9, 2023 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

January 18, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

April 11, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

July 18, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

October 24, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location: Live, Online Virtual Course

Mandatory Prerequisite: Baseline Basics & Material Takeoffs & Estimates Basics

Description:

After finishing the Bluebeam Takeoffs & Estimates – Basics course we’ll move into creating custom columns, embedding formulas, and information organization. Did you know you can export to an Excel® spreadsheet, or even link directly to that Excel template file full of formulas you’ve been using for years?

• Custom Estimating Tools (Continued from “Material Takeoffs & Estimates-Basics”)

• Collecting Rich Data with Custom Columns

• Reports and Exporting

2023 Member Price: $99.00

2024 Member Price: $110.00

2023 Non-Member Price: $149.00

2024 Non-Member Price: $165.00

BLUEBEAM®

Bluebeam® Revu for Administrative Professionals

Gain Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu’s Interface Navigation

Available Dates:

November 16, 2023 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

January 23, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

April 16, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

July 23, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

October 29, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location: Live, Online Virtual Course

Mandatory Pre-requisite: Bluebeam Baseline Basics

Description: Administrative teams have unique document workflows that demand a different set of tools compared to design and construction teams. A typical Bluebeam class concentrates on design markups, estimating and collecting field data, but this class is very different! In just two hours you’ll be ready to combine documents, mark for redaction, apply digital signatures and several other important administrative tasks.

• Extracting pages from existing documents.

• Use Redaction to quickly clean sensitive information from documents.

• Creating and applying digital signatures.

• Updating Page Labels.

2023 Member Price: $99.00

2024 Member Price: $110.00

• Applying headers and footers.

• Search document text and visual symbols.

• Apply stamps.

• Flag important content in documents.

2023 Non-Member Price: $149.00

2024 Non-Member Price: $165.00

SAFETY TRAINING

ABC Keystone is focused on educating our members about the latest safety topics and trends. Our team delivers professional safety training courses, provides access to a safety evaluation program, online resources and more. ABC Keystone is your source for up-to-theminute safety training and resources in the construction industry.

SAFETY COURSES

ABC Keystone safety courses enable members to maintain safer and more productive job sites, one of the construction industry’s most critical needs.

SAFETY CONSULTING SERVICES

ABC Keystone's safety consulting services are flexible and customizable to your company’s needs providing you the opportunity to keep your employees safe. Our Director of Safety Services, Kevin B. Keith, is your resource for safety consulting and training at your location or at ABC.

STEP - ABC'S SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

A valuable tool for ABC members to consistently build upon their safety programs. The program was developed and written by contractors, for contractors.

CHAPTER SAFETY COMMITTEE

This committee was established to keep ABC Keystone members informed of regulatory, training and compliance issues. The committee discusses and examines the needs of our members and shares methods to address those safety needs.

SAFETY COMPLIANCE AIDS

ABC Keystone delivers access to specialized online learning solutions to help your organization execute your training objectives.

SAFETY: CERTIFICATION COURSES

Rough-Terrain Forklift Training

Classroom and Practical Training Certification

Available Dates:

September 26, 2023 7:30 am – 12:30 pm

October 23, 2023 7:30 am – 12:30 pm

November 13, 2023 7:30 am – 12:30 pm

April 12, 2024 7:30 am – 12:30 pm

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Hands-on training: Each participant will demonstrate their skills on a forklift outside.

Description:

• Obtain the required training and documentation to operate a rough-terrain forklift.

• Implement safety techniques learned in class safely and responsibly.

• Understand how to use the equipment safely while reducing injuries, preventing material, property and equipment damage.

Instructor: Kevin Keith, ABC Keystone

STEP Member Price: $125.00

Member Price: $140.00 Non-Member Price: $200.00

EVENTS, EDUCATION & TRAINING CALENDAR

Events, Education & Training at ABCKEYSTONE.ORG

Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) Training

Be successful in the workplace using mobile elevating work platform.

Available Dates: October 26, 2023 7:30 am – 11:30 am

April 26, 2024 7:30 am – 11:30 am

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Students must bring a hard hat and fall protection equipment.

Description:

• Gain the training and documentation needed as part of your company's authorized operators program.

• Learn more about ANSI regulations, OSHA regulations, jobsite hazards, inspections, and fall protection needs.

• MEWP supervisor training can be provided upon request.

Instructor: Kevin Keith, ABC Keystone

STEP Member Price: $125.00

Member Price: $140.00 Non-Member Price: $200.00

SAFETY: CERTIFICATION COURSES

Adult First Aid/CPR/AED Certifications are valid for two years.

ABC Keystone Manheim

Available Dates:

October 5, 2023 7:30 am – 12:30 pm

December 1, 2023 7:30 am – 12:30 pm

January 8, 2024

January 15, 2024

January 22, 2024

February 5, 2024

February 12, 2024

February 19, 2024

March 4, 2024

April 2, 2024

am – 12:30 pm

am – 12:30 pm

am – 12:30 pm

am – 12:30 pm

am – 12:30 pm

am – 12:30 pm

am – 12:30 pm

am – 12:30 pm

April 15, 2024 7:30 am – 12:30 pm

Nittany Valley

Available Date:

April 23, 2024 8:00 am – 12:30 pm

Description:

OSHA requires trained first aid providers at all workplaces.

Instructor: Kevin Keith, ABC Keystone

STEP Member Price: $90.00

Member Price: $99.00

Non-Member Price: $129.00

SAFETY: COMPLIANCE TRAINING

Competent Person for Confined Space Entry

Understand the Serious Hazards Associated with Confined Spaces.

Available Dates: September 29, 2023 7:30 am – 3:00 pm February 23, 2024 7:30 am – 3:00 pm

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING

AVAILABLE AT ABC KEYSTONE

Description:

• Understand the severe hazards associated with confined spaces work and rescue-related activities.

• Learn how to effectively evaluate a confined space for hazards.

• Complete hands-on exercises for conducting a safe confined space entry.

• Learn to use essential equipment and discuss rescue techniques to employ if a worker is trapped in a confined space.

Instructor: Kevin Keith, ABC Keystone

Member Price: $175.00 Non-Member Price: $280.00

Competent Person for Fall Protection

Discover Regulatory (OSHA) Requirements and Industry Practices.

Session Date: December 12, 2023 7:30 am – 1:30 pm

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Gain knowledge critical in protecting employees from the dangers of working at heights.

• Identify workplace fall hazards.

• Select and implement hazard controls following the hierarchy of controls.

• Be informed on the proper use of personal fall protection devices.

Instructor: Kevin Keith, ABC Keystone

Member Price: $125.00 Non-Member Price: $175.00

Competent Person for Jobsite Safety

Inspections

Increase Your Understanding of the Role of the Competent Person.

Manheim Session Date: February 9, 2024 7:30 am – 1:30 pm

Nittany Valley Session Date: March 26, 2024 7:30 am – 1:30 pm

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim & ABC Keystone Nittany Valley

Description:

• Review of the OSHA requirements related to site inspections.

• General site inspection requirements and identification of hazards.

• Competent Person requirements to complete site inspections.

• Documentation methods and requirements.

• Responsibilities for inspections on a multi-employer worksite.

Instructor: Kevin Keith, ABC Keystone

Member Price: $125.00 Non-Member Price: $175.00

SAFETY: COMPLIANCE TRAINING

Competent Person for Supported Scaffold Training

OSHA Requirements for Supported Scaffolding in Construction.

Session Date: February 9, 2024 7:30 am – 1:30 pm

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Meets OSHA requirements to have competent person for scaffolding.

• OSHA rules and regulations, along with common safety violations and hazards.

• PPE requirements as well as review of subjects to provide during worker training.

• The use of fall protection on scaffolds.

Instructor: Kevin Keith, ABC Keystone

Member Price: $125.00 Non-Member Price: $175.00

Electrical Safety Protection Requirements from OSHA & NFPA 70E.

Session Date: April 5, 2024 7:30 am – 3:00 pm

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Understand and appreciate the link between risk-taking with electricity and life-threatening injury.

• Gain knowledge and decision-making skills needed to place equipment into an electrically safe work condition and evaluate, plan for, and safely carry out tasks.

• Properly select the appropriate PPE for tasks that involve troubleshooting and live work.

Instructor: Kevin Keith, ABC Keystone

Member Price: $125.00 Non-Member Price: $280.00

OSHA Recordkeeping – Nittany Valley

Effective tracking of workplace injuries and illnesses can help to address problem areas and keep workers safe.

Available Date: October 24, 2023 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Location: ABC Keystone Nittany Valley

Description:

• Explore OSHA’s Recordkeeping and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses requirements.

• Learn what injuries and illnesses are tracked and how to complete the appropriate forms.

• Discover how this OSHA tracking of injuries and illnesses can directly impact and improve your safety efforts.

Instructor: Kevin Keith, ABC Keystone

Member Price: $75.00 Non-Member Price: $125.00

AVAILABLE AT ABC KEYSTONE

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING

SAFETY: OSHA - RELATED

OSHA 10-Hour Construction

Introductory Jobsite Safety and OSHA Compliance Education

10-Hour

Available Session Dates: November 6 & 7, 2023 7:30 am – 1:30 pm (each day)

January 19 & 26, 2024 7:30 am – 1:30 pm (each day)

May 10 & 17, 2024 7:30 am – 1:30 pm (each day)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Understand the value of safety and its role in organization profitability and survival.

• Develop hazard identification skills and knowledge to prevent accidents, reduce losses and comply with the law.

• Train workers to identify hazards in the workplace that directly relate to personal safety.

• Display a professional company image by effectively managing workplace safety obligations.

Instructor: Kevin Keith, ABC Keystone

STEP Member Price: $145.00

Member Price: $165.00 Non-Member Price: $195.00

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING WITH ABC KEYSTONE

Contact Emily Winslow at emily@abckeystone.org

OSHA 30-Hour Construction

30-Hour

Introductory Jobsite Safety and OSHA Compliance Education

Available Session Dates: March 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2024 7:30 am – 4:30 pm (each day)

Location: ABC Keystone Manheim

Description:

• Understand the value of safety and its role in organization profitability and sustainability.

• Develop hazard identification skills and knowledge to prevent accidents, reduce losses and comply with the law.

• Improve management role in safety compliance.

• Display a professional company image by effectively managing workplace safety obligations.

• Take advantage of group learning by asking and hearing specific questions and answers in an environment that is comfortable and comprised of peers.

Instructor: Kevin Keith, ABC Keystone

STEP Member Price: $500.00

Member Price: $525.00 Non-Member Price: $690.00

ABC Keystone advances opportunities in the construction industry by:

• Championing free enterprise and the merit shop philosophy.

• Leading the conversation in political advocacy.

• Educating and developing the workforce.

• Equipping our members to prioritize safety.

• Providing an inclusive environment to cultivate innovation, sustainability, and prosperity.