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Classification for Supervisors (Paper-Based)

(Course Available After Purchase)$125 

Overview:
Learn to apply the principles of federal position classification to manage the positions in a unit or division. The position classification process and job grading can have an influence on the supervisor's management decisions and work assignments. This course teaches supervisors and human resource specialists how to use the system of classifying positions to get the most from workplace teams.

In this independent study paper-based course, assistance is available as needed. Take up to six months to complete.

Who Should Attend?
Federal supervisors and human resources specialists who need a better understanding of the system for classifying government positions.
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Objectives:
  • Understand how the classification system influences your everyday decisions and processes
  • Explain elements of federal classification standards
  • Apply classification information more effectively when planning work assignments, creating new positions and organizing existing positions
  • Syllabus:
    Managing Attendance and Leave, SUPV7003N , Grad. School, USDA
    • Lesson 1: Using Classification in Managing Your Positions
      When you complete this lesson you will be able to:
      • Explain how supervisors can use the classification system to manage positions
      • Recognize the principles and processes common to Federal classification system
    • Lesson 2: Understanding the Job Grading System
      When you complete this lesson you will be able to:
      • Explain how the job grading system can affect position planning and design
      • Recognize the principal features of the job grading system
      • Use the information in job grading standards in position planning, design, and description
    • Lesson 3: Understanding the Traditional Classification System
      When you complete this lesson you will be able to:
      • Explain how the traditional classification system can affect position planning and design
      • Recognize the principle features of the traditional classification system
      • Use the information in traditional classification standards in position planning, design, and description
    • Lesson 4: Understanding the Factor Evaluation System
      When you complete this lesson you will be able to:
      • Define the kinds of positions covered by the Factor Evaluation System (FES)
      • Recognize the principal features of the FES
      • Describe the content of FES classification standards


    Course Details
    CODE:  SUPV7003N
    TYPE:  Distance Education
    LENGTH:  Up to 6 Month(s)
    CREDIT:  1.6 CEU
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