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Advanced Fair Labor Standards Act Course

The Advanced Fair Labor Standards Act Course is an intensive, two-day program taking an in-depth look at FLSA issues of particular concern to local government and community college employers. The course will focus on better understanding the exempt duties test and on compensation issues, such as meal, sleep, travel and training time,...

There are additional offerings of this course available.

Performance Management in Local Government

Performance Management in Local Government

This one-day course from 9 am to 5 pm focuses on converting performance information into decisions that enhance organizational outcomes. The workshop introduces analysis techniques, decision venues, and the unintended consequences of using performance management systems. This course is designed for local public managers serving mid-tier and...

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Public Executive Leadership Academy

Public Executive Leadership Academy

The Public Executive Leadership Academy dates are July 7–12 and August 4–9, 2024 in person at the School of Government.

The application will close May 15, 2024.

Visit the Public Executive Leadership Academy home page for scholarship information, faculty lists and alumni.

The Public Executive Leadership Academy provides...

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Current Science Regarding Juvenile Problematic Sexual Behavior

Current Science Regarding Juvenile Problematic Sexual Behavior

This virtual training for District Court Judges will focus on the Current Science Regarding Juvenile Problematic Sexual Behavior (PSB). This presentation will provide a brief overview of the continuum of sexual behavior in children and adolescents, as well as the risk factors for developing PSB. Participants will gain an understanding of the...

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Creating Great Local Government Workplaces

Creating Great Local Government Workplaces

Creating Great Local Government Workplaces

Great workplaces are created intentionally, by leaders who understand how to bring out the best in their people. This intensive session will equip participants to do just that, by gaining an understanding of common workplace dynamics. Participants will learn cutting edge research from the UNC...

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Governmental Accounting & Financial Reporting

This course is offered annually in the spring. Materials and homework will be delivered via the Canvas online platform. In order to receive a certificate of completion for the course, all four online Canvas quizzes must be completed and you must attend all four live in-person sessions.

This course covers the fundamentals of governmental...

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Strategic Public Leadership: Optimize Performance and Results

This is an online class. There will be about 2 hours of asynch pre-course material and the live Zoom course will go from 9am-2:30pm.

This course will equip public managers with strategic tools to improve their organizational performance. What does it mean to establish a high-performance culture? How to execute performance-enhancement...

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Strategic Public Leadership: Comprehensive Strategic Plans

Strategic Public Leadership: Comprehensive Strategic Plans

“Good luck is the result of good planning,” reads the fortune inside the Chinese cookie. Being clear on where you want to head and how you will get there is key to positioning yourself and your organization for success.

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Contested Hearings: Essentials for Clerks

This two-day course is offered through the North Carolina Judicial College. It is intended for clerks and assistant clerks of superior court who would like to become more comfortable conducting contested hearings. Topics will include the clerk's judicial authority, hearing procedures, direct criminal contempt, common evidence problems, drafting...

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NC Magistrates' Spring Conference

This annual conference provides continuing education for magistrates on a diverse range of topics related to performance of the responsibilities of the office of magistrate. Registration information will be sent to all magistrates from the Office of Governmental Affairs, AOC

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Orientation for New Chief District Court Judges

This course is offered for judges who are new to the position of chief district court judges. Both new chief district court and senior resident superior court judges meet together for part of the program, and separately for other portions. The program covers a variety of topics related to administration of the court, including the role of the...

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Overview of Decedents' Estates

Overview of Decedents' Estates

This session will provide an introduction to the administration of a decedent’s estate. It will cover basic terminology, the clerk’s role and responsibility, an overview of formal administration and alternatives to formal administration, and the sources of law and resources available to support the clerk in this field of work.

There are additional offerings of this course available.

LELA 201: Social Media Strategies and Best Practices

This course will be offered online via Zoom on September 21, 2023 from 9:00am-12:00pm.

As an elected official, does your social media presence reflect what you value? Does it deliver the message you want to the people you want to reach?

This on-line class will familiarize you with the variety of different social media platforms and...

There are additional offerings of this course available.

Judicial College Webinar: Policing Protests

Millions of Americans participate in thousands of protests and demonstrations each year. These events form part of our democratic tradition, but they can be very challenging for law enforcement. How can officers best address the “bad apples” that may incite violence? What should officers do when both protestors and counter-protestors are...

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Coping and Resiliency Skills for High Stress Occupations

This program will run from 9 AM- 1 PM.

Burn-out, compassion fatigue, and post-traumatic stress are common occupational hazards in public service careers. Suicide rates across the healthcare community, from dispatchers to emergency management staff, exceeds the general population. This training will explore five positive coping...

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Abuse, Neglect, Dependency, and Termination of Parental Rights

Abuse, Neglect, Dependency, and Termination of Parental Rights

This course is offered through the North Carolina Judicial College and is one of the five courses required for juvenile court certification by the Administrative Office of the Courts. This course is intended for District Court Judges who are relatively new to juvenile court, but may also serve as a refresher for judges with substantial...

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Navigating Difficult Conversations for Clerks of Superior Court

Navigating Difficult Conversations for Clerks of Superior Court

Navigating difficult conversations is a core leadership skill. Healthy conflict gives us an opportunity to express our ideas and learn more about others’ perspectives so we can come up with solutions that last. Working through conflict can make us stronger, more resilient, and more accepting. This two-day course will help you find the...

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Effective Internal Controls for Local Governments

Effective Internal Controls for Local Governments

November 29th & 30th, 2023

Course Details: This course will be offered online via Zoom.

Course Overview: All local governments are at risk of fraud, such as asset misappropriation, financial statement fraud, and acts of collusion. Weak anti-fraud controls often directly...

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North Carolina Criminal Justice Summit

North Carolina Criminal Justice Summit

At North Carolina’s first Criminal Justice Summit, national and state experts with broad-ranging ideological perspectives will discuss key issues capturing attention in North Carolina and around the nation: bail reform; overcriminalization; and barriers to re-eentry, including fines and fees and the criminal record and collateral consequences....

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Budgeting in Local Government

This four-day course covers the legal and management framework of budget preparation and enactment in North Carolina local government. Participants will discuss the numerous processes and techniques used to produce an annual operating budget and capital budget. City and county managers, finance officers and staff, budget administrators and...

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