Faculty

Get acquainted with what AU has to offer you and your students, or take a break from teaching to expand your own skills and knowledge through our training.

We offer classes on topics including:

• Financial and Physical Wellness - Health Wellness & Promotions (HR)
  
• Professional skills such as interpersonal communication and conflict resolution - Workplace Learning and Development (HR)
  
• How to use software such as Blackboard and PowerPoint - OIT & CTRL
  

How to Register

Faculty who are interested in registering for a professional development training offered by Workplace Learning and Development team of Human Resources may do so by sending their name, AU ID #, course title, date and time to training@american.edu. Confirmation of registration will be sent to your AU e-mail address. If you wish to cancel, please send an e-mail to training@american.edu

Faculty Supervisors who manage staff may log in to the new learning management system, Learning, to register for classes.

Suggested Training for All Faculty

New Faculty Orientation (full-time and adjunct)

Preventing Harassment, Promoting Respect - offered online through Provost/Dean of Academic Affairs Offices
Service Plus
Creating a Service Culture
Exploring Intercultural Communication
Safe Space Sticker Program
Using PowerPoint Effectively (and other software training)
One-on-one Blackboard Training (contact the Blackboard Support Office for information & appointments)

Suggested Training for Faculty who Supervise Full Time AU Staff

Log into the "Learning" Module of AsuccessfulU to browse the online catalog and register for training and professional development opportunities.

Performance Management Program Overview and Goal Setting
PMP Mid-year Discussion for Managers
Preventing Harassment, Promoting Respect Managers
Management Essentials

Training for Students

As a faculty member, you may want to direct your students to take advantage of training that is particularly valuable for them in your course.