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June 6, 2012 Washington State HR Managers Meeting. DES Training Updates. Topics:. Educational Partnerships HELP Academy Training HR Professional Development. Educational Partnerships.
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June 6, 2012 Washington State HR Managers Meeting DES Training Updates Topics: Educational Partnerships HELP Academy Training HR Professional Development
Educational Partnerships The Department of Enterprise Services has entered into a number of agreements with universities dedicated to providing high-quality educations to working men and women. These universities have provided access to their courses, certificate programs and degree programs at discounted prices. • Brandman University (Chapman University System) (15%). • University of Phoenix (10%); additionally, University of Phoenix can help transition valuable training programs and other academic experiences learned outside the classroom into elective credits through the Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) process. • Western Governors University (10%) tuition discount and Application fee waiver (a $65 savings). Additional educational institutions have expressed an interest and desire in offering state employees similar benefits.
HELP Academy Classes Where Did They Go? At a recent Cabinet members and Deputies meeting, Eva Santos, Washington’s Chief Human Resources Officer, was asked the above question.
Developing HR Professionals Department of Enterprise Services in a partnership with South Puget Sound Community College Detailed class descriptions are available. If you have questions or concerns, contact: David Norman, Program ManagerLearning Delivery Program/Personnel Services DivisionDepartment of Enterprise Services(360) 407-8429david.norman@des.wa.gov