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Professional Development Courses

Ontario Tech University is proud to offer professional development workshops to all employees.

By participating in the professional development opportunities that are available, you can enhance your professional skills, make new contacts through networking, connect with colleagues, stay up-to-date, gain new perspectives... and so much more!

We encourage you to explore the various courses we have to offer and discuss participation with your supervisor. Regardless of your personal or professional goals, we are confident that you will find a program that will provide you with the tools you need to grow your career at the university.

"Never stop learning, because life never stops teaching." - Unknown

  • Sign up periods are in September and January
    • We will notify you in the Weekly Report when each signup period opens
  • Please provide 48 hours notice if you are not able to attend a session for which you have registered by emailing hrtraining@ontariotechu.ca
    • There is an internal charge of $50 for all no-shows

How to Register

Are you seeking to sharpen your skills, to deepen your knowledge, or to explore new career opportunities? Whatever your training objectives, HR's Learning Catalogues will help you meet your professional goals.

  1. Complete the registration form
  2. You will receive calendar invitations with links to your chosen session after completing the registration form.

In person workshops are hosted in SHA018 unless otherwise indicated. Online workshops are delivered via an online platform like Google Meet or Zoom.

The University will accommodate employees with disabilities when providing professional development opportunities. For further support with accessibility needs and accommodation, please contact Health and Disability Management Specialist, Julie Day.

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Indigenous Workshops

Indigenous Workshops

These sessions are offered to help develop a sense of gratitude, understanding and appreciation for Indigenous people, their history, and the land we share.
Lunch & Learns

Lunch & Learns

These sessions allow us to gather, learn from each other, and discuss topics relevant to us all.
Rookie to Ridgeback

Rookie to Ridgeback

Orientation sessions available for new and existing employees and managers at the university.
Workplace Skills

Workplace Skills

Learning opportunities to develop the core knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed.
Leadership Skills

Leadership Skills

Individual sessions to assist individuals in developing leadership and managerial skills.
e-Learning Resources

e-Learning Resources

Webinars on-demand that are helplful for all professionals
Lifelong Learning

Lifelong Learning

As the nature of work and workplaces keep changing, it is vital to continually educate yourself on new skills and technologies. Visit this page to learn more about opportunities for lifelong learning.
Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

Learn how to raise awareness about different types of diversity, appreciating differences among co-workers, and provide knowledge and strategies to enhance employees' interpersonal and communication skills across diversity to help build an inclusive and positive work environment where we might all feel a sense of belonging.
Events, initiatives and training

Events, initiatives and training

View opportunities to engage in training and activities that promote employee optimal health and well-being.