• Who: Academic Professionals in Unit Offices (e.g., Educators, Outreach Associates, County Directors). Supervisors may also send civil service staff when it benefits the unit or career development.
• Timeframe to Complete: It is recommended that all four quarterly sessions be completed within two years of employment.
• What:
  The Academic Professional Essential Training Series (APETS) is a four-part series designed to prepare AP field staff for their roles in Extension. Topics include:
  1. Program Planning and Assessment
  2. Facilitation
  3. Meaningful and Engaging Learning Experiences
  4. Successful Community Work
• When: Each topic is covered quarterly, following New Staff Orientation.

Sample Agenda

Upcoming Dates:

*Tentative APETS dates.

Make travel plans with your local office in advance.

• Who: EPCs who manage volunteers. Supervisors determine if this training aligns with specific EPC roles. Staff who have completed onboarding or been with Extension for over a year may attend with Unit Director approval.
• Timeframe to Complete: Within the first six months of employment.
• What: This training equips EPCs with skills in communication, conflict resolution, onboarding volunteers, and volunteer management systems. It also covers meeting facilitation and group dynamics and provides a year-at-a-glance for 4-H, NREE, and AAB programs.
• When: (Sessions will follow New Staff Orientation).

Sample agenda

Upcoming dates:

*Tentative EPC Essential Training dates.

Make travel plans with your local office in advance.