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We’re excited to share a valuable learning opportunity now available — Working with Employers.

This self-paced online course was designed to support anyone who advises or works with employers, especially in organizations without a dedicated HR department. It focuses on what we like to call Human Dynamics — the people side of business that runs through every team, boardroom, and worksite.

In this course, you’ll learn how to:

• Navigate workforce planning, recruitment, and retention
• Understand payroll compliance and workplace policies
• Support diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace
• Tackle bullying, harassment, and mental health challenges
• Build meaningful connections and community partnerships

Course Details:

• Two short modules with a helpful learner’s guide
• Reflection questions to deepen your understanding
• Practical tips for improving real-world employer engagement

Pricing:

• $75 for NSCDA members
• $100 for non-members

How to start learning:

1. Head to www.nscda.ca 
2. Visit the Training Catalogue. Add the course(s) to your account and proceed to your cart
3. Access training added to your account. After completing your selections, click the Training button on the main page (dashboard) to go to courses (Learning plans) assigned to your account.
4. Find your Courses/learning plans. Go to Courses in the side menu and then click My Learning Plans. You’ll see all your courses organized by learning plans.
5. Select your course and start learning! Select a learning plan and click start to begin your training. (Don’t forget to complete the Learner’s Agreement and use the “Exit” button to save your progress.)

Need a step-by-step guide?

If you support employers or plan to, this is a must-take course.