On behalf of the Office of Workforce Development, I am pleased to share with you our brochure highlighting the wide range of professional development opportunities available through Shippensburg University. Our programs are designed with employers in mind - providing practical, flexible, and results driven training that equips your employees with the skills needed to meet today's evolving workplace demands.
Whether your goals involve upskilling your current workforce, addressing industry specific needs, or supporting leadership growth, our team is committed to being your partner in success. We take pride in offering innovative learning options that not only strengthen individual career paths but also enhance organizational performance.
I invite you to explore the enclosed opportunities and connect with us to discuss how we can customize solutions that best serve your organization. Together we can build a stronger, more prepared workforce for the future.
Sincerely,
Tracy L. Montoro Director of Workforce Development
• Tailored to address urgent workforce needs
• Practical, hands-on learning • Networking with peers across industries
Frontline Leadership
Includes trainings on:
• Emotional Intelligence
• Change Management
• Workplace Culture
• Personal Branding
• Communication and more!
Mid-Level Leadership: Manager Essentials
Leading Self
Develop a strong leadership foundation by clarifying your values, enhancing emotional intelligence, managing conflict, and adapting your leadership style for greater effectiveness.
Leading Others
Learn to engage, develop, and support others by building inclusive partnerships, coaching for growth, and fostering a culture of collaboration and trust.
Leading Processes
Advance your strategic impact by solving problems creatively, leveraging data for action, leading change, and using AI tools to streamline workflows and develop teams.
Customized Training Invest in People, Enhance Performance
Every organization is unique.
More organizations are realizing their values lie within their leadership, employees, and partnerships. For an organization to advance and be succesful, it must invest in its people by providing educational and learning opportunities to encourage personal and professional growth.
We design customized training programs that align with your workforce needs — from technical upskilling to leadership development.
• Training tailored to your goals, culture, and industry
• Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, or hybrid
• Led by experienced instructors and industry experts
Expand your team’s skills and create inclusive workplaces with Spanish-language workforce training. Our bilingual programming helps overcome language barriers, improve communication, and support diverse teams and client bases.
• Basic Spanish Pronunciation, Vocabulary, and Grammar: Build a strong foundation for workplace communication
• Practical Words and Phrases: Customized vocabulary tailored to your organization’s needs
• Cultural Awareness: Gain a general understanding of Hispanic cultures to strengthen workplace relationships
• Supplementary Learning Resources: Additional materials to support continued learning outside of sessions
Eligibility
This training is only available to companies and organizations at this time (not for individuals).
Advance towards your personal and professional goals with courses and certificates at Shippensburg University.
Learning on your own schedule. We offer a wide variety of self-paced online training to fit busy lives.
• On-demand, 24/7 access
• Industry certifications available
• Affordable for individuals
• Scalable for teams of any size
Programs
• AI Human Resources
• AI Marketing
• Career Building
• Cyber Security
• Data Analytics
• Emotional Intelligence
• Non-Profit Management
• Grant Writing
• Healthcare
• Human Resources
• Information Technology (IT)
• Management/Leadership
• Digital Marketing/Marketing
• Personal Finance
• Operations
• Project Management
• Soft Skills
Take the next steps towards your goals, explore programs today!
workforce.ship.edu/professional-development
Six Thinking Hats Workplace Solutions
“Why have a mind if you can’t change it?”
Based on Edward de Bono’s proven method, this workshop gives teams a practical framework for creative problem-solving and decision-making. By “wearing different hats,” participants learn to view challenges from multiple perspectives, leading to stronger ideas and better outcomes.
The Blue
acts as the “Control”, organizing the thinking and setting the agenda.
gives permission to express feelings without the need to justify them.
seeking alternatives and possibilities.
the optimistic view where reasons must be given.
“The facts, just the facts.”
a skeptical view which may point out potential problems.
Schedule for your team or sign up for an open session!
The Creative Hat The Optimist’s Hat The Judge’s Hat
Strengthen your team with innovative workplace training designed to improve performance, communication, and collaboration.
This program equips employees with essential workplace skills: communication, adaptability, reliability, teamwork, and more! It’s designed to help employees thrive in any organization and contribute to a positive, productive culture. Custom and Alacarte options available.
