Workforce Training Calendar

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The Employment Training Panel (ETP) provides financial assistance to California businesses to support customized worker training to:  

  • Attract and retain businesses that contribute to a healthy California economy.
  • Provide workers with secure jobs that pay good wages and have opportunities for advancement.
  • Assist employers to successfully compete in the global economy.
  • Promote the benefits and ongoing investment of training among employers.

Program Overview

ETP is a business and labor supported state agency that assists employers in strengthening their competitive edge by providing funds to off-set the costs of job skills training necessary to maintain high-performance workplaces. The program is performance-based, providing funds for trainees who successfully complete training and are retained in well-paying jobs for a specific period of time. The program is funded by the Employment Training Tax paid by California employers, and targets firms threatened by out-of-state and international competition.

Multiple Employment Contract (MEC) Holder

As a MEC, the Mt. SAC Workforce Training Center (WTC) provides customized training to eligible employers, with a substantial portion of the instructional costs covered by ETP.  This often allows qualifying businesses to receive tailored employee training at no cost, with expenses covered by the State of California.  Employers can leverage the WTC for ETP-funded programs to oversee their contracts, avoiding the expenses and complexities linked to managing a contract independently.  We are dedicated to supporting our local economy by delivering education, training, and services that drive ongoing workforce development and improvement. 

To qualify for FREE ETP-funded training, employees must: 

  • Be California residents.
  • Earn at least a minimum base rate per-hour based on the county of employment. Overtime does not count toward this wage.
  • Be employed full-time (35 hours per week or more) with the company.
  • Be employed with the company for at least 90 days after the last day of training.
  • Report their Social Security number and wage/salary for enrollment into the ETP online database system.
  • Complete at least 8 hours of training with us, and a maximum of 200 hours.
  • Be paid regular wages (or overtime if necessary) during training hours.
  • Top Level Management and Directors may or may not be eligible for free training. 

Deliverables

  • We conduct a FREE training analysis.
  • We provide high quality, customized training and consulting programs to businesses in California (not limited to Southern California Region).
  • Trainers/consultants have credentials and are industry experts.
  • Trainings are available online, at our location, or on site at the employers' location. 

Workforce Training Calendar FAQs

  • Who can attend these training sessions? 

    Trainings are designed for employers and employees currently enrolled in our Employment Training Panel (ETP) Program.  If you are a manager and would like to offer your team professional development training opportunities, partner with us.  Employers who are not eligible for ETP may request a quote for training. 

  • How do I register for a training session? 

    If your employer is already a partner with us, you may register for a training session by sending us an email at workforcetraining@mtsac.edu. 

  • What is the cost?

    Many of our participants qualify for FREE or low-cost training.  Email us for more information at workforcetraining@mtsac.edu.  

  • Where are trainings held?

    Training is held in-person at Mt. SAC or online through live video conferencing. A link to the training will be provided upon enrollment.  Please contact our office to schedule an online or face-to-face dedicated training at your location or ours. 

    In-Person training will be held in Building 40.  Please refer to the campus map for our location. We recommend trainees park in Lot F, located directly in front of the building. Please note, trainees must park in designated student parking spots and a $5 One Day Parking Pass is required which can be purchased at the grey Parking Pass Kiosk located in the parking lot. Please visit the Parking Services website for up-to-date information and policies.

  • Who are the instructors/trainers?

    The instructors/trainers are industry experts with real-world experiences in their field.  To learn more about their professional backgrounds and training sessions, please send us an email at workforcetraining@mtsac.edu.   

Leadership & Management                        (Business Skills)

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*Please note the Leadership Development Series is recommended to be taken together, but may be taken individually.

Training Title Instructor Location Date Dates Time Total Hours
Effective Communication Eddie Loussararian Mt. SAC Wednesday Mar 12 8am-5pm 8
Leadership Skills & Time Management Eddie Loussararian Zoom Wednesday Apr 02 8am-5pm 8
Communication & Conflict Resolution Eddie Loussararian Mt. SAC Wednesday Apr 09 8am-5pm 8
Diversity in the Workplace Eddie Loussararian Zoom Wednesday Apr 16 8am-5pm 8
Emotional Intelligence Eddie Loussararian Mt. SAC Wednesday May 28 8am-5pm 8
Leadership Development Series*            
  1. Foundational Leadership Ronald Grijalva Mt. SAC Thursday Jul 10 8am-5pm 8
  2. Communication Ronald Grijalva Mt. SAC Thursday Jul 17 8am-5pm 8
  3. Conflict Resolution Ronald Grijalva Mt. SAC Thursday Jul 24 8am-5pm 8
  4. Time Management Ronald Grijalva Mt. SAC Thursday Jul 31 8am-5pm 8
  5. Teamwork Building & Employee Engagment Ronald Grijalva Mt. SAC Thursday Aug 07 8am-5pm 8
  6. Coaching/Motivating Employees Ronald Grijalva Mt. SAC Thursday Aug 14 8am-5pm 8
  7. Leadership/Change Management Ronald Grijalva Mt. SAC Thursday Aug 21 8am-5pm 8
Effective Communication Eddie Loussararian Zoom Wednesday Jul 30 8am-5pm 8
Emotional Intelligence Eddie Loussararian Zoom Wednesday Aug 27 8am-5pm 8

Manufacturing/Commercial Skills

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*Please note the Manufacturing Development Series is recommended to be taken together, but may be taken individually.

Training Title Instructor Location Day Dates Time Total Hours
Manufacturing Development Series*            
  1. Safety Awareness Dennis Grogan Zoom Friday Mar 7, 14, 21, 28 8am-12pm 16
  2. Introduction to Lean Principles Dennis Grogan Zoom Friday Apr 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9 8am-12pm 24
  3. Basic Blueprint Reading Dennis Grogan Zoom Friday May 16, 23, 30 8am-12pm 12
  4. Quality Assurance Fundamentals Dennis Grogan Zoom Friday Jul 11, 18, 25, Aug 1, 8, 15 8am-12pm 24
  5. Intro to Machine Operation Awareness Dennis Grogan Zoom Friday Aug 22, 29, Sept 5, 12 8am-12pm 16

Technology (Computer Skills)

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Training Title Instructor Location Day Dates Time Total Hours
Microsoft Excel for Business Myke Munroe Zoom Thursday  Mar 6, 13, 20 8am-5pm 24
AI for Business Myke Munroe Zoom Thursday  Apr 10 8am-5pm 8
Cyber Security Myke Munroe Zoom Thursday  Apr 24 8am-5pm 8
Intermediate Excel Leadership Build Zoom Thursday  May 01 8am-5pm 8
Advanced Excel Myke Munroe Zoom Thursday  May 15 & 22 8am-5pm 16
Microsoft Excel for Business Myke Munroe Zoom Tuesday  Jul 15, 22, 29 8am-5pm 24
Cyber Security Myke Munroe Zoom Tuesday  Aug 05 8am-5pm 8
AI for Business Myke Munroe Zoom Tuesday  Aug 19 8am-5pm 8
Intermediate Excel Leadership Build Zoom Wednesday  Sep 03 8am-5pm 8
Advanced Excel Myke Munroe Zoom Tuesday  Sep 9 & 16 8am-5pm 16

Contact

Workforce Training Center

Call: 909-274-4027
Email: workforcetraining@mtsac.edu 

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Hours: M-F 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. 
Location: 1100 N. Grand Ave.
Walnut, CA 91789 
Building 40, Room 101

 

 

 

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