This three-day course is designed exclusively for current and future members of your internal auditing teams. Attendees of this course will learn to audit to the requirements of IATF 16949:2016 using process-based auditing techniques. Interactive workshops, simulated audits, tutorials and case studies are used to: develop practical audit skills, enhance evaluation and communication skills, refine reporting skills, and implement corrective action programs. This course uses ISO9001 and IATF 16949 as the reference standard for quality management system requirements for the design and development, production, and installation and service of automotive-related products. Additionally, this course includes specific communication on the relationship of core quality tools (FMEA, PPAP, MSA, APQP, SPC) to IATF 16949:2016.   By attending this course, participants will gain an advanced understanding of customer-oriented processes (COPs), as well as customer-specific requirements defined by the OEM's. This course includes continuous assessment of attendee understanding. Special Note: This course meets all OEM Customer Specific requirements for Internal Auditor Training.Training Contact: CIS Admin-Support   cis.support@tennessee.edu

Facilitation Skills for Trainers Course 3: Dynamic Delivery – Led by Macel Ely Objectives - Describe what every instructor needs to know about adult learners – adults aren’t empty vessels, what’s in it for them, relevance of learning to job tasks and business objectives - How to establish rapport with the audience - Asking great questions and responding to questions - Practice facilitating a discussion NOTE:  Registration may be restricted.

During a full week of lectures, exercises, and hands-on demonstrations, learn about hazard recognition, personal protective equipment, and monitoring, as well as rights and responsibilities under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Above all, learn how to work safely around hazardous materials and wastes. This course meets the training requirements of the Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) regulation, 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(3)(i). All students participate in “full dress-out" exercises using personal protective equipment. Students must complete the medical evaluation form and bring it to class. Government employees may be eligible for a discounted course rate.   Training Contact:  CIS Admin-Support, cis.support@tennessee.edu   

Instructor:  Bryan Lane  This course covers more subjects and goes into more detail than the OSHA 10-Hour. Good for safety managers and maintenance personnel as well as safety committees, etc. course subjects include Intro to OSHA, electrical, safety and health management programs, machine guarding, permit-required confined spaces and lockout/tagout. Students who complete the course will receive an OSHA 30-Hour card. PLEASE NOTE: This course is NOT the pre-requisite for the OTI 501 Trainer class. The pre-requisite for the OTI 501 Trainer class is the OTI Standards class. Training Contact:  CIS Admin-Support   cis.support@tennessee.edu

Facilitation Skills for Trainers Course 3: Dynamic Delivery – Led by Macel Ely Objectives - Describe what every instructor needs to know about adult learners – adults aren’t empty vessels, what’s in it for them, relevance of learning to job tasks and business objectives - How to establish rapport with the audience - Asking great questions and responding to questions - Practice facilitating a discussion NOTE:  Registration may be restricted.

This three-day course is designed exclusively for current and future members of your internal auditing teams. Attendees of this course will learn to audit to the requirements of IATF 16949:2016 using process-based auditing techniques. Interactive workshops, simulated audits, tutorials and case studies are used to: develop practical audit skills, enhance evaluation and communication skills, refine reporting skills, and implement corrective action programs. This course uses ISO9001 and IATF 16949 as the reference standard for quality management system requirements for the design and development, production, and installation and service of automotive-related products. Additionally, this course includes specific communication on the relationship of core quality tools (FMEA, PPAP, MSA, APQP, SPC) to IATF 16949:2016.   By attending this course, participants will gain an advanced understanding of customer-oriented processes (COPs), as well as customer-specific requirements defined by the OEM's. This course includes continuous assessment of attendee understanding. Special Note: This course meets all OEM Customer Specific requirements for Internal Auditor Training.Training Contact: CIS Admin-Support   cis.support@tennessee.edu

This course provides instruction on a variety of construction safety and health standards. It's particularly useful for those who are just entering the safety field and would like a better understanding of what is required and where to start. Course subject matter includes an introduction OSHA; OSHAct/General Duty Clause; inspections, citations and penalties; Focus Four Hazards; health hazards in construction, PPE, ladders and materials handling.  Note: Students who complete this will receive an OSHA 10-Hour Construction card.

The Vital Learning Essential Skills Of Leadership training course is the preliminary step in developing successful supervisors, team leaders and managers. Essential Skills Of Leadership™ training teaches managers and team leaders contemporary techniques for effective leadership, which improves their performance and increases the productivity of both the team and the organization. Vital Leadership 1 consists of the following: • Essential Skills of Leadership • Essential Skills of Communicating • Coaching Job Skills • Improving Work Habits • Effective Discipline • Providing Performance Feedback

This two-and-a-half day training is designed for workforce development professionals, business and HR leaders, and community and economic development practitioners. Teams will benefit from panel discussions, networking, and expert instruction to facilitate better alignment among stakeholders. Whether you are a seasoned expert or new to the field, this training offers valuable insights and networking opportunities to help you succeed. The TNWFD Academy will cover a wide range of topics including: •Overview of Workforce System •Economic and Workforce Trends •Economic and Workforce Development Linkages •Strategies for Alignment •Implementing Workforce Strategies •Workforce Data Intelligence •Addressing Barriers  •Communication and Collaboration (18 credit hours) Early registration ends: January 17, 2025.  Cancellations made 7 or more days prior to the course start date will be eligible for a full refund or credit towards a future TNWFD Academy Course.    Cancellations made in less than 7 days will be eligible for credit only minus a $100 cancellation fee.

Under the HAZWOPER regulation 29 CFR 1910.120, workers who have completed the 40-Hour Site Worker course must receive eight hours of refresher training every year. This course fulfills that requirement. Participants will review hazard analysis and recognition and be updated on new regulations. Note: Registrants must provide proof that they have successfully completed the 40-Hour or 24-Hour site worker course. Training Contact:  CIS Admin-Support   cis.support@tennessee.edu

The Tennessee Marketing and Attraction Course is a one and a half day course which examines strategic comprehensive marketing in economic development. It includes best practices in market research and analysis, technology and social media, advertising and promotion, and prospect handling, as well as trends in site selection. While this course emphasizes business attraction, new business development, existing business and community development are included as part of a comprehensive and cohesive approach. (10 credit hours) Early registration discount ends:  Feb. 11, 2025. Training Contact:  CIS Admin-Support   cis.support@tennessee.edu

This course provides an update for currently authorized OSHA Construction Industry Outreach Trainers on topics such as OSHA construction industry standards, policies and regulations. Construction industry outreach trainers are required to attend this course once every four years to maintain trainer status. Participants will be provided with a variety of training materials and resources. Prerequisites: Trainers must submit a copy of their current trainer card via email to Bryan Lane at bryan.lane@tennessee.edu in order to confirm eligibility for this class. As of January 1, 2019, OSHA has eliminated the 90-day grace period after the expiration of the trainer card. Trainers must renew before their expiration date in order to take the OSHA #502 Update Class. After their expiration date, trainers must re-take the OSHA #500 Trainer Course. Previously-authorized OSHA Outreach Trainers for the Construction Industry whose status has expired must now submit the same prerequisites as participants who want to become a new trainer to renew in the OSHA #500. Please note, after the expiration date on the trainer card, instructors are no longer authorized to conduct 10-hour or 30-hour classes and will not be able to request student completion cards. NOTE: Authorized OSHA Outreach trainers are required to attend this course once every four years to maintain their trainer status.   Instructor:  Paul McCain Training Contact:  CIS Admin-Support   cis.support@tennessee.edu

Facilitation Skills for Trainers Course 4: The Art and Science of Great Visual Presentations – Led by Emily Miller Objectives - Capture information in a variety of ways (ppt, video, audio/podcast, job aid/manual) and demonstrate how to do so - Present information in a variety of ways and demonstrate how to do so (white boards, flipcharts, handouts, online research, case studies) - Think outside-the-box about what resources are most valuable to your audience - Observe multiple tools and examples used and reflect on what was effective for your learning - Teach Us What You Know opportunity NOTE:  Registration may be restricted.

This course covers OSHA policies, procedures, and standards, as well as general industry safety and health principles. A copy of the 29 CFR 1910 General Industry Standards is included with the registration fee. Participants must successfully pass a written exam at the end of the course. For those interested in becoming authorized to teach OSHA 10-hour and 30-hour General Industry classes, the OSHA #511 course meets one of two prerequisites for the OSHA #501 Trainer Course for General Industry. Please note, the 30-hour General Industry OSHA outreach class is not considered equivalent to OSHA #511. Instructor:  Bryan Lane Training Contact:  CIS Admin-Support   cis.support@tennessee.edu

The Vital Learning Essential Skills Of Leadership training course is the preliminary step in developing successful supervisors, team leaders and managers. Essential Skills Of Leadership™ training teaches managers and team leaders contemporary techniques for effective leadership, which improves their performance and increases the productivity of both the team and the organization.• Resolving Conflicts • Managing Complaints • Supporting Change • Developing Performance Goals and Standards • Communicating Up • Delegating 

During a full week of lectures, exercises, and hands-on demonstrations, learn about hazard recognition, personal protective equipment, and monitoring, as well as rights and responsibilities under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Above all, learn how to work safely around hazardous materials and wastes. This course meets the training requirements of the Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) regulation, 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(3)(i). All students participate in “full dress-out" exercises using personal protective equipment. Students must complete the medical evaluation form and bring it to class. Government employees may be eligible for a discounted course rate.   Training Contact:  CIS Admin-Support, cis.support@tennessee.edu   

This course provides an update for currently authorized OSHA General Industry Outreach Trainers on topics such as OSHA general industry standards, policies and regulations. General industry outreach trainers are required to attend this course once every four years to maintain trainer status. Participants will be provided with a variety of training materials and resources. Prerequisites: Trainers must submit a copy of their current trainer card via email to Bryan Lane at bryan.lane@tennessee.edu in order to confirm eligibility for this class. As of January 1, 2019, OSHA has eliminated the 90-day grace period after the expiration of the trainer card. Trainers must renew before their expiration date in order to take the OSHA #503 Update Class. After their expiration date, trainers must re-take the OSHA #501 Trainer Course. Previously-authorized OSHA Outreach Trainers for the General Industry whose status has expired must now submit the same prerequisites as participants who want to become a new trainer to renew in the OSHA #501. Please note, after the expiration date on the trainer card, instructors are no longer authorized to conduct 10-hour or 30-hour classes and will not be able to request student completion cards. NOTE: Authorized OSHA Outreach trainers are required to attend this course once every four years to maintain their trainer status.  Instructor:  Paul McCain Training Contact:  CIS Admin-Support   cis.support@tennessee.edu

This course covers OSHA policies, procedures, and standards, as well as construction industry safety and health principles. A copy of the 29 CFR 1926 Construction Industry Standards is included with the registration fee. Participants must successfully pass a written exam at the end of the course. For those interested in becoming authorized to teach OSHA 10-hour and 30-hour construction classes, the OSHA #510 course meets one of two prerequisites for the OSHA #500 Trainer Course for the Construction Industry. Please note, the 30-hour Construction Industry OSHA outreach class is not considered equivalent to OSHA #510. Instructor:  Paul McCain Training Contact:  CIS Admin-Support   cis.support@tennessee.edu

Successful completion of this course results in participants becoming OSHA-authorized trainers in OSHA’s Outreach Training Program. Authorized trainers can conduct both 10-hour and 30-hour general industry classes that provide training to workers and employers on the recognition, avoidance, abatement, and prevention of safety and health hazards in workplaces along with information regarding workers’ rights, employer responsibilities, and how to file a workplace safety complaint. OSHA-authorized trainers are able to issue 10 and 30-hour course completion cards to participants. During the course, students will develop a presentation and teach an assigned OSHA General Industry Outreach topic, and successfully pass a written exam. Participants will be provided with a variety of training materials and resources.  Authorized OSHA Outreach trainers are required to attend Course #503 at least once every four years to maintain their trainer status. Prerequisites: OSHA #511 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry. (Please note, the 30-hour General Industry OSHA outreach class is not considered equivalent to OSHA #511. Also, the 511 course must have been completed in the last 7 years. If you completed the course longer than 7 years ago, then you will need to retake it in order to qualify.) Five (5) years of general industry safety experience. A completed and signed Prerequisite Verification Form and a copy of the OSHA #511 certificate (standards course completed no longer than 7 years ago) must be emailed to Bryan Lane at bryan.lane@tennessee.edu in order to confirm eligibility for this class. If you have questions about your eligibility, please email Bryan. If you are registering for the OSHA #500 or 501 courses you must complete this form prior to the course date: Prerequisite Verification Form (Click Here) Instructor:  Bryan Lane Training Contact:  CIS Admin-Support   cis.support@tennessee.edu

Facilitation Skills for Trainers Course 4: The Art and Science of Great Visual Presentations – Led by Emily Miller Objectives - Capture information in a variety of ways (ppt, video, audio/podcast, job aid/manual) and demonstrate how to do so - Present information in a variety of ways and demonstrate how to do so (white boards, flipcharts, handouts, online research, case studies) - Think outside-the-box about what resources are most valuable to your audience - Observe multiple tools and examples used and reflect on what was effective for your learning - Teach Us What You Know opportunity NOTE:  Registration may be restricted.

Successful completion of this course results in participants becoming OSHA-authorized trainers in OSHA’s Outreach Training Program for the Construction Industry. Authorized trainers can conduct both 10-hour and 30-hour construction industry classes that provide training to workers and employers on the recognition, avoidance, abatement, and prevention of safety and health hazards in workplaces along with information regarding workers’ rights, employer responsibilities, and how to file a workplace safety complaint. OSHA-authorized trainers are able to issue 10 and 30-hour course completion cards to participants. During the course, students will develop a presentation and teach an assigned OSHA Construction Industry Outreach topic, and successfully pass a written exam. Participants will be provided with a variety of training materials and resources.  Authorized OSHA Outreach trainers are required to attend Course #502 at least once every four years to maintain their trainer status.  Prerequisites:  - OSHA #510 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry. (Please note, the 30-hour Construction OSHA outreach class is not considered equivalent to OSHA #510. Also, the 510 course must have been completed in the last 7 years. If you completed the course longer than 7 years ago, then you will need to retake it in order to qualify.)  - Five (5) years of construction industry safety experience If you are registering for the OSHA #500 or 501 courses you must complete this form prior to the course date: Prerequisite Verification Form (Click Here) Instructor:  Paul McCain Training Contact:  CIS Admin-Support   cis.support@tennessee.edu

The four-day Tennessee Basic Economic Development Course (TBEDC), accredited by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), focuses on the fundamental concepts, strategies and tools needed to be successful in today's complex economic environment. Topics include a basic overview of strategic planning, finance, workforce development, business retention and expansion, small business development and entrepreneurship, marketing and attraction, ethics and community development, among others. Participants in TBEDC will:   -Learn about best practices in economic and community development -Explore new methods and programs to promote job growth and investment -Discuss emerging trends and factors that shape local and regional economies -Develop a valuable network of fellow economic development professionals and resources -Learn from top economic development experts from across the state and the country (24 credit hours) Early registration discount ends:  April 14, 2025. Cancellations made 7 days or more before the course start date will be eligible for a full refund or credit towards a future TCED course.  Cancellations made less than 7 days will be eligible for credit only minus a $100 cancellation fee.  Training Contact:  CIS Admin-Support   cis.support@tennessee.edu

Facilitation Skills for Trainers Course 5:  Tricks and Tips with Tools of the Trade – Led by Emily Miller - Master tips and tricks of using Powerpoint and Canva   * Utilizing Templates   * Background design and master slides   * Turning slides into notes, and handouts, and resource pages   * Utilizing Canva to design custom visuals and graphics - Demonstrate understanding of tools utilizing current presentation material NOTE:  Registration may be restricted.

The Tennessee Managing Economic Development Course focuses on building an effective economic development organization, as well as building interpersonal skills to better address economic development challenges and opportunities. Topics include measuring performance, communications strategies, leadership skills, navigating the political landscape, roles of key leaders and the generational divide. This class is one of a series of economic development courses, provided by the University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services, designed to share best practices and trends with Tennessee’s economic development practitioners, community leaders, elected officials and private industry. Training Contact:  CIS Admin-Support   cis.support@tennessee.edu