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Calculating Service Computation Dates (CD-ROM based, Paper-Based)

(Course Available After Purchase)$165

Overview:
Learn how to calculate and make changes to Service Computation Dates (SCDs) using the methods prescribed in The Guide to Processing Personnel Actions faster and easier than ever before.

In this independent study CD course, assistance is available as needed. Take up to six months to complete. (Printed version also available: include a note with registration or call (303) 236-8500.)

Who Should Attend?
All federal human resources personnel who must compute and make changes to Service Computation Dates (SCDs) should take this course. Equivalent to 16 classroom hours.
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Syllabus:
Syllabus -- Calculating Service Computation Dates, PROC7002N, Grad. School, USDA

COURSE CONTENTS

LESSON 1: An Introduction to Service Computation Dates

  • What exactly is a "service computation date"?
  • Why do we need SCD's?
  • What are the different types of SCD's?
    • SCD for leave purposes (SCD-Leave)
    • SCD for reduction in force purposes (SCD-RIF)
    • CD for retirement purposes (SCD-Retirement)
    • SCD for Thrift Savings Plan purposes (SCD-TSP)
  • Who is responsible for calculating SCD's?
  • When should I calculate an employee's SCD?
  • Where do I find instructions on crediting and calculating SCD's?
  • The Guide to Processing Personnel Actions
  • The CSRS and FERS Handbook for Personnel and Payroll Offices
  • What is the process for calculating SCD's?

LESSON 2: Adding and Subtracting Dates

  • How do I add and subtract dates?
  • Converting calendar dates to numerical dates
  • Changing numerical equivalent dates
  • Converting dates to realistic calendar dates

LESSON 3: Calculating SCD's

  • How do I calculate an SCD using Method 1?
  • How do I calculate an SCD using Method 2?

LESSON 4: Making Changes in SCD's

  • How do I change an SCD if I receive information about additional service?
  • How do I change an SCD if an employee changes from an intermittent to a full-time or part-time work schedule?
  • How do I change an SCD when an employee has excess nonpay status?
  • Practice Exercises


Course Details
CODE:  PROC7002N
TYPE:  Distance Education
LENGTH:  Up to 6 Month(s)
CREDIT:  1.6 CEU
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