Online Academy

Mediante la campana AFSCME Mas Fuerte, hemos efectuado decenas de miles de conversaciones de miembro a miembro, alrededor de todo el país. En el proceso hemos podido identificar que existen situaciones en los centros de trabajo que no necesariamente podríamos resolver por los métodos tradicionales. Muchas de las uniones locales están retomando lo básico: la… Read More

The Department of Education recently announced an overhaul of the PSLF program designed to allow millions of public service workers who have been struggling under the weight of student loan debt a path to relief. In short, borrowers who were previously ineligible because they had the wrong loan, were making payments on the wrong payment… Read More

The Department of Education recently announced an overhaul of the PSLF program designed to allow millions of public service workers who have been struggling under the weight of student loan debt a path to relief. In short, borrowers who were previously ineligible because they had the wrong loan, were making payments on the wrong payment… Read More

This important members-only webinar will provide guidance on how AFSCME members can qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. It also provides guidance on how to take advantage of a temporary waiver of PSLF requirements announced by the Department of Education that expands the number of public service workers who are eligible for… Read More

The thousands of AFSCME Strong member-to-member conversations taking place around the country have identified workplace problems that are unlikely to be resolved through typical methods. Many local unions are getting back to basics by mobilizing workers using workplace issue campaigns in order to pressure management to solve problems. Using this approach, we are able to… Read More

Are you the kind of person who likes to share best practices and lessons learned, as well as give feedback? Do you like to encourage others to achieve their personal best and potential? Are you helping to develop the next generation of leaders within your union or would like to do so? Whether you’re a… Read More

Home health care providers are at high risk from injury as they care for their clients and loved ones. Get the facts about injury rates and risk factors in home health care. Please join us in this informative webinar as we define ergonomics and discuss strategies to keep both workers and patients safe. This webinar… Read More

Are you looking for a fresh perspective or need clarity in your work and career? Do you want to learn how to navigate your union role and develop leadership skills? Are you searching for someone who sees your potential and is willing to share some of his or her life’s lessons with you? Whether you’re… Read More

Learn about the Family and Medical Leave Act. Read More

Entendiendo los riesgos químicos y el control de infeccisiones en el cuidado de salud en las casa. Read More

Many stewards say their most difficult task is communicating with members who believe they have a legitimate grievance when a thorough investigation shows it is not grievable. Read More

Every day AFSCME home health care members provide vital services to clients in their homes. These homes are workplaces with unique challenges. This webinar will concentrate on two topic areas: chemical hazards and infectious disease prevention and control. Join us for this 45-minute webinar where you will: Read More

This will guide stewards, activists and members through the five steps of the grievance process. Knowing how to navigate a grievance and move it through these steps will help you better protect yourself and your co-workers. Whether you are new to handling and investigating grievances, want a refresher or looking to pick up some union-building… Read More

If you lead union meetings or need to have a crucial conversation, you know that good preparation matters. Join us as we guide you through the use of a powerful leadership tool for meeting planning. Learn how to get more out of your meetings with this simple yet effective tool. Whether you’re a steward or… Read More

As stewards and officers of your local union, you have a strong sense of justice along with a willingness to fight for what is right. Representing a grievant in the workplace can be challenging especially in today’s anti-union climate. If you are a local union steward or staff representative who handles disciplinary grievances, this class… Read More

Given the attacks facing AFSCME members and the services we provide, we have to be at the top of our game in order to keep our union strong. We must reach out to our co-workers one on one, know where they stand, and move them to be part of our union. Lists, charts and tracking… Read More

This online class will explain the steward’s legal obligation to fairly represent all members of a bargaining unit. You will learn the legal requirements of the duty of fair representation and be able to identify best practices for representing co-workers fairly. Read More

The Weingarten class provides Union stewards, leaders, and activists with the knowledge necessary to protect and enforce the right of Union representation in the workplace during an investigatory interview. Read More

This online class will lead new local union presidents through first tasks, understanding their primary roles, and finding and accessing additional resources. We will interview three local presidents who will address the challenges they faced when first taking office and how they overcame them. Read More

This online class will help you up your game on the PEOPLE ask in your AFSCME Strong one-on-one conversations. This class is geared specifically for AFSCME Strong Coaches and Activists and affiliate staff. Read More

Good NEOs involve multiple contacts with the new employee or union member over time. Share and learn best practices for effective formal NEOs, one-on-one orientations and follow-up. This online class is geared specifically for AFSCME Strong coaches, local officers and staff reps. Read More

Being skilled at investigating discipline cases and determining cause can help you better protect your co-workers and uphold your union contract. Knowing the language and where to look for information will help you be better prepared and more confident in grievance meetings. This online class is geared specifically for AFSCME stewards and activists, but is… Read More