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Certificate Programs

A variety of certificate programs have been created to assist with planning your employees' professional development.  Or, design your own certificate program to meet your organization's unique needs.  All classes can be taken separately but are offered through consortia in an order that makes it easiest for those completing a B&TC Certificate.

Certificates of Accomplishment for completion of these classes are awarded in May.

Coaching

These courses are designed for coaching or mentoring programs. They are directed at the coaches to assist them in understanding their role and develop techniques of assisting others to grow and develop.

Embracing Change

This certificate is designed for anyone who has to deal with change.  This certificate also introduces SFCC's first non-credit on-line class.  Give it a try.

Front Line Leadership

This certificate is designed for the new or relatively new supervisor or team leader. An employee very new to leadership may want to start with the Leadership Fundamentals series then move into this one.

HAZWOPER Refresher

Employees, managers and supervisors subject to HAZWOPER training (29 CFR1910.120) requirements shall receive eight hours of refresher training annually.

Employees, managers and supervisors subject to HAZMAT SHIPPING training (49CFR 107.329 and 107.33) requirements shall receive eight hours of training. Background topics include: Introduction; Types of Substances classified as Hazards [General]; Packaging Hazardous Materials; Roles and Responsibilities [Law]; Communication Requirements; DOT Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG); Handling material safely; Ensure security of material shipments; Identity of regulatory requirements; Selecting, marking, and labeling containers, Furnish emergency response information; Load and brace containers; and Placard the vehicle.

SPILL RESPONSE MANAGEMENT: HAZARDOUS WASTE OPERATIONS AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE HAZWOPER (40-HOUR COURSE)

The Spill Response Management: HAZWOPER course covers topics including chemical personal protective equipment, chemical hazard and risk assessment plus provides basic education in toxicology and chemistry of hazardous materials. OSHA, EPA and DOT regulatory guidelines are discussed. In addition, the HAZWOPER course introduces managers, supervisors and employees to proper procedures and protocols necessary to respond safely to a chemical incident. Managing a chemical incident well is among the most important things a manager (or supervisor) can do as it symbolizes the competency and preparedness of the company. The workplace is hazardous by its very nature. ALL supervisory personnel (and employees) should seriously consider obtaining HAZWOPER training to help promote a safer work environment and to improve emergency decision-making. This course is designed to provide managers, supervisors and employees with basic business and industry Spill Response Management: HAZWOPER (40 hour) training.

Leadership Development

This certificate is designed to Enhance the skills of employees in leadership roles. This program is flexible to allow each person or company to develop appropriate and needed skill sets.

Leadership Essentials

This certificate is designed to help any supervisor or team leader continue to improve their leadership skills. New or potential leaders may want to consider completing one or both of the other certificates in this series first.

Leadership Fundamentals

This certificate is designed for the employee who is considering movement into a leadership role. This could be as a team leader or as a supervisor. It is also excellent for anyone seeking or assuming additional responsibilities. 

Leadership for Health Care

This certificate is designed for healthcare employees in leadership roles. While the examples and media are directed at the healthcare industry, the skills are useful to any industry.

Workforce Skills

This certificate is designed to develop workplace skills that enable employees to contribute to the overall success of their company. Additionally, these courses are essential for any employee considering a movement into a leadership role.

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Contact Information:
Business & Technology Center
State Fair Community College
3201 W. 16th Street
660/530-5810
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custtrng@sfccmo.edu                                                                 Last Updated: June 17, 2008