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Self-Paced Online Certificate

Local Government 101: Fundamentals with Disaster Preparedness Specialization

Local Government 101: Fundamentals with Disaster Preparedness Specialization

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Sale price $1,495.00 USD

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Local Government 101: Fundamentals with Disaster Preparedness Specialization imparts practical knowledge of what it takes to succeed in local government. 

Designed for early to mid-career professionals, this online program goes back to the basics – grounding you in the key skills and practices that are the foundation to becoming an effective local government manager. Taught by experienced managers and local government experts, this five-course, 15-session certificate program will impart real-life experience, best practices, and sound advice in the areas most important to a manager’s day-to-day role.

Audience: 

Early and mid-career managers, assistant managers, and even career-changers.

Course Overview: 

  • Course 1: The Effective Local Government Manager
  • Course 2: Disaster Preparedness
  • Course 3: Human Resources and Staff Effectiveness 
  • Course 4: Managing Local Government Services 
  • Course 5: Become an Effective Leader 

Members may purchase for multiple participants in their organization at a discount: 2 or more = 20% off; 5 or more = 30% off; 10 or more = 50% off. Discounts taken at checkout. 

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TOPICS: Equity & Inclusion

JOB TITLES: Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Assistant Chief Administrative Officer (ACAO), Department Head, and Mid-Management and Entry-Level Staff

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