The workplace is a dynamic environment. The Workplace Skills Journey is an introduction to elements you'll encounter in your time at work. The modules will engage learning and self-reflection as you prepare yourself to take on new and different environments.

Goal

To recognize and appropriately respond to all forms of unlawful workplace harassment according to the law and your company's anti-harassment policies

Overview

This course explains why it is important for a company to foster a respectful work environment. It also presents strategies for addressing inappropriate behavior in the workplace. Please note that the course content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Nothing in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any jurisdiction’s laws. Transmission of this information is not intended to create, and receipt does not establish, an attorney-client relationship. Users should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel licensed in their jurisdiction.

This course was developed with subject matter support provided by The Potomac Law Group, PLLC. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.

Ensuring the privacy of student education records is an important priority for every educational institution. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) outlines the rights of students and their families with respect to the confidentiality of and access to education records kept by institutions. This course will provide employees of postsecondary educational institutions awareness-level training on their responsibilities and obligations under FERPA. These course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal, state, or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state.

Below are some of the most common questions about the ISU Career Center Workplace Skills Journey and Student employment new hire orientation. If you have additional questions not addressed on this page, please feel free to contact us at isu-career-center@mail.indstate.edu.

Why is completing the Workplace Skills Journey of benefit to me?

Employers who recruit students consistently tell us they are looking for students who possess professionalism and maturity, as well as a realistic understanding of workplace expectations. Completion of these modules will show employers your commitment to your professional development and will prepare you to be competitive in the job market on campus and after graduation. 

Can I put this on my résumé?

Yes! Any student who completes the journey can highlight this accomplishment on their résumés and be prepared to talk about the benefits of the program in interviews.

How long does it take to complete the Workplace Skills Journey?

The journey is self-paced and will take less than three hours to complete. 

Can I complete the program during my working hours?

If your supervisor agrees, the modules can be completed during your working hours.

What is Sycamore eLearning?

Sycamore eLearning is the E-Learning Campus website powered by Percipio which provides cloud based learning solutions for ISU student, faculty, and staff.

How do I log into Sycamore eLearning?

Log-in to your MyISU portal and click on Sycamore e-Learning on the left hand navigation. If you have any required programs assigned to you, you will see a badge on your homepage once logged in.

Where can I find the Workplace Skills Journey in Sycamore eLearning?

If it has been assigned to you, you will see it on your homepage. If you have not been assigned, but need to or are choosing to complete the journey, you can search "Workplace Skills Journey" in the search bar of Sycamore eLearning and the program will pop-up.

I am a supervisor on campus and I would like to see the modules my student(s) has completed?

Feel free to contact us at isu-career-center@indstate.edu with the student(s) name and University ID Number and we can provide this information to you.

I started a module but I need to leave, can I pick up where I left off?

Yes.