Making the jump from individual contributor to manager is one of the toughest career challenges an employee can face; it requires a new mindset and new skills. New managers no longer focus only on their personal workload – they need to know how to lead their teams to maximum productivity.

Hiring the right person for the job is instrumental in today’s ever-changing business world. In this class, you will learn how to use the behavioral interviewing process; a method based on the theory that past behavior is the best predictor of future performance. You will learn how to gather more in-depth knowledge about applicants, make […]

Making the transition from team member to team lead can be challenging. This course helps you assess and develop your leadership skills, discover practical and proven ways to effectively communicate, motivate and train others, and increase your personal effectiveness and professional reputation. As a work lead, your team’s success is your success. For more information […]

Course Description:Performance appraisals often evoke mixed feelings—some managers anticipate them, while others feel a sense of dread. Regardless of your stance, these reviews are pivotal moments to drive employee growth, enhance team performance, and bolster organizational success.In this course, you’ll learn how to transform performance reviews from a necessary task into a powerful tool for […]

Critical thinking is the foundation of most essential workplace skills including problem-solving, decision making, leadership, and strategic thinking. In this course, participants will learn ways to find new solutions, tips to avoid emotional thinking, and methods to work together more efficiently. For more information or to register, go to https://aaimea.org/courses/critical-thinking-skills/  

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) has been around for over a decade yet it continues to cause confusion and questions as to how to keep compliant. Detailed regulations and numerous legislative and regulatory changes have made it extremely difficult for Human Resources to administer. This class will help you and your organization overcome […]

Every day supervisors deal with employment situations that, if not handled responsibly and legally, can result in serious consequences, including penalties or lawsuits. Regardless of your experience as a supervisor, you can always benefit from learning more, or refreshing your memory, about essential employment law.

As 2026 progresses, employers are operating in a legal environment shaped by federal agency realignment, significant court decisions, and rapid state-level legislative activity. Compliance is no longer static. The decisions organizations make now will directly influence risk exposure, workforce practices, and operational stability. In this focused legal update, Burt Garland of Ogletree Deakins will analyze […]

Emotional Intelligence or EI is the ability to recognize your emotions, understand them, and see how they affect those around you. Having high emotional intelligence also means you understand other people’s emotions. This allows you to manage your relationships better and avoid potential conflicts. In this course, we will explore tactics to understand moods & […]