FREE Training Opportunities
LinkedIn Learning
Video tutorials in categories like business, email, communication, spreadsheets, career development, and project management. You can search by skill level, by program, or by course length.
UWM Tech Training
Two-hour computer skills classes on campus with topics including Office 365, One-drive, and SharePoint.
UWM Knowledge Base
Digital catalog of articles with categories such as General UWM Knowledge, Security, and Office 365.
UWM Safety & Assurances – Training Courses
Online courses with quizzes on topics including blood borne pathogens, hazardous waste, personal protective equipment, and Safe Start – New Employee Training.
UWM Police Department-Hosted Events
Calendar of events involving topics like active shooter, self defense, and AED/CPR.
APPA Webinars
1-hour webinar courses. There are 1-2 offerings per month, with a variety of topics including grounds, maintenance, & custodial guidelines, electrical safety, and emergency eye wash station requirements.
UWM Human Resources – Professional Development
On-campus events – some for general employees, and others specific for supervisors – for both personal and professional growth.
Facilities “How-to” Webinars
iServiceDesk Crash Course
This video details many of the specifics related to iServiceDesk (webTMA), the work order system that requesters use to submit work orders, and FS uses for many administrative processes.
HRS: How To
Learn how to use many of the functions of the HRS system, such as but not limited to: Completing required HR training, requesting time off, and accessing your electronic W-2.
Fleet Vehicles 101
Join Parking & Transportation’s Josh Fleming for this informational webinar about all things UWM Fleet Vehicles!
General Training Opportunities
Fred Pryor Training Seminars
Offers professional certifications and course credits in categories including computer skills & software, human resources, management, and workplace safety. Courses vary in length and are available onsite or online.
Skill Path Training Seminars
Offers continuing education credits in categories including customer service, human resources, management, Microsoft Office, and personal development. Courses vary in length and are available onsite or online.
Paul Davis Restoration
Offers training & certifications in “property damage emergency services, restoration and reconstruction”. Courses are available at regional and local facilities, as well as online.
UWM University Recreation – Safety Training & Certification
On-campus Instructional courses and programs for individuals or groups in need of emergency response training/certification including CPR/AED and First Aid.
Scholarships & Internships
DEED Funding for Students
Scholarships, internships, grants, and project support for “students working toward line worker and other technical careers that are in high demand by electric utilities. A DEED member utility must sponsor your scholarship application.”
MAPPA/APPA Development Opportunities
Scholarships for employees of MAPPA member institutions. Their goal is to support the “professional development of personnel in the field of facilities operations, maintenance, design and construction”.