Labor Relations
Foundations of Labor Relations
The Foundations of Labor Relations training course aims to empower participants with
the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of labor relations
and foster productive and harmonious workplace relationships.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Participants will gain an understanding of the concepts of Labor Relations, the philosophy
behind it, and the tools associated with it.
Students will: Understand the best practices that enable union and non-union environments
to function at optimum levels while meeting legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
Outline of Course Topics:
I. Introduction to Labor Relations
II. Legal Framework and Compliance
III. Responding to Union Organizing
IV. Understanding Collective Bargaining
V. Effective Communication Strategies
VI. Conflict Resolution Techniques
VII. Building Positive Labor-Management Relationships
Why this type of training is important to manufacturers:
Labor relations, including the roles of unions, management, and employees in the workplace,
union or non-union, are crucial to organizational compliance. Awareness, communications,
and conflict resolution are the most valuable skills and strategies for effectively
navigating and promoting mutual understanding and cooperation.
Supplemental Course Material: Workbook with the presentation slides
Target Audience: Supervisory and managerial employees
Duration: 2 hours
Class Size: 6-20 participants
Next Training Offering:
To Be Determined
Your Instructor: Alliance for Manufacturing & Technology (AMT)
AMT is a leader in assisting local manufacturers in overcoming the challenges of today’s competitive economy. They have a highly skilled team of experts who have many years of industry experience combined with extensive consulting, training, and coaching experience. They are business advisors who have built a reputation for understanding and meeting manufacturers' needs with expert solutions. AMT is a unique resource for manufacturers seeking to increase sales, streamline operations, achieve certifications, reduce costs, create jobs, and prosper in the following counties: Broome, Chemung, Chenango, Delaware, Schuyler, Steuben, Tioga, and Tompkins.
Cancellations with less than 3 days notice or failure to attend (No Shows) the first day of class will not qualify for a refund or reduction of charges.
Students may cancel 3 days or more prior to the day of class and receive a full refund. We solidify dates with instructors 3 days prior to the start of the class (or reschedule/cancel) and it is dependent upon enrollment. Cancellations with less than 3 days notice can not be refunded). Notification maybe done by phone to the Office of Workforce Education (607-936-5501) or email to ilearn@corning-cc.edu
Businesses in Chemung, Schuyler and Steuben interested in seeking funding to send promising leaders from their organizations to this training should contact CSS Workforce NY at 607-937-8337.
SUNY Corning Community College is committed to ensuring equal access to students with disabilities. If you believe that you will need accommodations while taking this course, please contact Accessibility Services by phone 607-962-9262 or email Accessibility@corning-cc.edu to begin the process of requesting accommodations. We strive to coordinate accommodations in a timely manner, but some accommodations may not be available when you need them if you do not give timely notice.