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Micro Credentials

Training Manager

Amy Edwards

Micro credentials are recognized, short duration learning opportunities that align with industry needs that certify an individual's accomplishments after completing a collection of learning activities of high value. Micro credential programs usually include hands on components or a blend of different learning formats.

EMC has a growing number of micro credential opportunities available.



With headquarters in British Columbia, we help industrial organizations and manufacturing innovators across North America generate more leads, increase conversion rates and uncover growth opportunities through targeted digital solutions. With over 35 years of combined experience, our team's passion is providing technical strategies and marketing expertise, so our clients can focus on the big picture.

BlackBean is a full service B2B industrial marketing and development agency. 

BlackBean Marketing

He helps his clients – busy Leaders and professionals – carve out more time for the priorities that will most help them grow and succeed by raising the bar in how they make choices, achieve focus and stay resilient. In business for over 20 years, his clients include Seneca College, University of Toronto, Laurier, Western University, BMO, Scotiabank, Bank of Canada, Roche, Bayer, 3M, Enbridge, The Globe & Mail, Toronto Hydro, PwC and many more.

Doug is an Adler Certified Professional Coach and Personal Productivity Expert who thrives on provoking individuals and teams into discovering a better way to work and a better way to live. 

Doug Heidebrecht

 As a Certified Psychological Health and Safety Advisor she has worked with organizations from a wide variety of industries across the country, changing the way thousands of Canadians think about mental health.  Mental health impacts every workplace.  With a proactive approach to employee wellness and organizational culture, improved engagement and reduced absenteeism and turnover are just a few of the benefits.  Elizabeth offers customizable training packages to meet the unique needs of your team, leaders and organization on topics that will lay a solid foundation for a psychologically safe and healthy work environment for one and all.  As the owner of eastern Canada’s largest public provider of standardized mental health training such as the Mental Health Commission of Canada’s Mental Health First Aid program, Elizabeth’s service menu is one-stop shopping for your organization’s mental health education needs.

Elizabeth Eldridge helps people help people. 

Elizabeth Eldridge

Our efficient approach to problem solving has proven effective in reducing workplace injuries and their associated costs in industrial and office environments. Ergonomic Consultants at ERGO Inc. are certified, have strong academic qualifications, as well as professional experience and skills in a broad range of areas related to kinesiology, biomechanics/physiology, human performance, safety, business, research and training.

ERGO Inc. is an International Ergonomics & Safety Consulting Training firm that has been providing companies with practical solutions to real problems for over a decade.

ERGO Inc.

Our unique approach works because any successful long-term sustainable change begins with a shift in mindset. First, we develop a leadership mindset then we work with teams to apply that shift in thinking to the real-world business challenges your team or organization faces. The result is a self-sustainable solution to the challenge. And because the shift in mindset stays with your business, our interactive and practical approach allows your teams to solve the challenges of today as well as tomorrow. Our work has many applications including building cohesive leadership teams, strategy development and implementation, change management, workplace innovation, workplace equity, leadership development, and solving unique business challenges. All our work is designed around your challenges and goals. And we deliver in a way that works for you – through video conferencing, in person, or a combination of the two. 

Innate Leaders is a management consultancy with a strong, global track record with organizations such as NASA, Microsoft, Coca Cola, Bayer and Lockheed Martin. 

Innate Leaders

As Ministry of Labour accredited providers and consistently one of the top safety training companies in Ontario, we take immense pride in delivering the best discussion based training courses our clients are looking for. Our talented team of Trainers and Consultants possess a wide variety of professional backgrounds ensuring firsthand knowledge and experience pertaining to the course subject matter. Not to mention our team of Account Managers which provide the highest quality of customer service in the industry. Safety compliance is effortless as a client of ours, because we care about safety and we care about you.

Industrial Safety Trainers Inc has provided health and safety training and consulting across Canada for almost 20 years. 

Industrial Safety Trainers Inc.

As a Practice-Centred Business, we strive to be creative in our solutions, focusing on delivering the highest quality product for our clients, while meeting their business objectives. As an employee-owned company, MTE offers value-added civil, environmental and structural capabilities to its clients. The company employs more than 220 engineers, scientists, technologists, technicians, toxicologists and specialized support personnel.

MTE enhances the value of our clients' projects by providing innovative solutions and management expertise in a personal, cost effective and timely manner. 

As experts in government funding, we build strong relationships with our clients and leverage our experience across sectors to help clients through every step of the government funding process. With our turnkey solution for maximizing the return on investment through government programs, we can help companies achieve their funding goals by taking the burden of funding identification, application, audit and tracking off of them so they can spend more time building their businesses. Our top priority is to fulfill the client's needs through the delivery of service excellence, professional expertise and reliability, the preservation of the utmost integrity, and the passionate encouragement of teamwork and employee development.

A full-service provider for government funding with a proven track record successfully claiming SR&ED tax credits and other government grants and loans.

Northbridge Consultants

With a hands on, roll up your sleeves approach believing there is always a solution to a problem, the team has been successful in meeting the needs of employers with services in Human Resource Policy & Procedure, Training, & Employee Development, Coaching & Facilitation, Health & Safety and Local & Foreign Recruitment.

Striving to empower business and the people who drive it, the PHRS team has brought practical solutions to challenges facing manufacturers for over 25 years.  

Practical HR Solutions Inc.

We train your order desk or inside sales team to increase revenue by up-selling and cross-selling additional products, services and warranties. We also help companies retain clients. Reducing customer turnover by 5% can increase profits by 25-125%. We train your customer service team on the skills needed to calm irate customers and improve client loyalty. Our lead trainer, Mike Aoki was chosen by ICMI.com as one of the "Top 25 Thought Leaders for 2021." He was awarded the Canadian Institute of Management's Quality Service Award for leadership. He also co-authored the Amazon #1 bestselling leadership book, "Called to Action."

Reflective Keynotes Inc. provides training to help manufacturers improve their sales and customer service results. 

Reflective Keynotes Inc.

Our solutions combine hardware, software, and services, covering a wide range of needs - from energy efficiency, productivity and uninterrupted supply to safety, comfort and communication. Schneider Electric products, solutions and services are present at every link in the energy value chain for building, infrastructure, industrial and residential markets. We help our customers ensure their energy performance and comfort while at the same time taking into account environmental and efficiency issues. A major focus at Schneider Electric is also on innovation. We devote more than 5% of global sales to research and development.

With 112,000 employees world-wide and operations in 190 countries, Schneider Electric is the world's power and control specialist.

Schneider Electric

We are a consulting and training company serving North American corporations in manufacturing and service industries. Our team's expertise in Lean Enterprise, Six Sigma, Team Building, Leadership Development and Coaching give us the ability to assist you need to get the results you want.  Our goal is to create self sustaining capabilities within your organization.  

Value Stream Solutions Inc. was founded on the premise that companies should have the skills and abilities to continuously improve their performance year over year by engaging People, focusing on the Process, and delivering superior Product to their markets. 

Value Stream Solutions Inc.

We can help you ‘see’ the hidden waste, provide practical solutions to reduce or eliminate it and then optimize the time you have for improved productivity and efficiency. Visualiz delivers Professional Development Workshops and Keynote & Public Speaking Presentations as well as Facilitation & Consulting Services for businesses in the areas of organizational effectiveness, process improvement and change management.

Visualiiz is focused on helping organizations be more productive. 

Visualiiz

Through its strategic platform brand, WebWSIT provides easy to use interactive multimedia courses to industrial, commercial and service sectors of the Canadian workplace. Together with worker knowledge retention and validation tests and tools, it provides complete record management of training required, re-certifications, as well as incidents and accidents. WebWSIT offers an entire suite of Health & Safety Courses designed specifically for the manufacturing sector.

WebWSIT Limited is an ALL Canadian designer, developer, and deliverer of web-based on-line Health & Safety Training and Due Diligence systems.

WebWSIT Limited

Western Union pioneered the idea of moving money around the world and has been connecting people globally for over 164 years. As one of the world’s leading providers of cross-border business payments, Western Union Business Solutions is transforming how businesses can expand globally through one of the largest and most diverse payment networks in the world.

Western Union


With more than 30 years in the industry, our holistic approach to end-to-end energy management delivers the highest value to our clients. ECNG provides:

**Industry Intelligence**

The perfect balance of smart people working with solid data enables us to always maintain our leadership position.

**Unique Service Offering**

Extensive range of expertise that encompasses every aspect of the energy supply chain enables us to deliver the best solutions and support to clients.

**Dedicated Client Service**

Our dedicated account managers ensure service of the highest quality – our clients love us and stick with us.

**Systems and Reporting**

Our technology processes are tailored to the specific needs of the energy management industry.


Our holistic approach to end-to-end energy management delivers the highest value

We are ECNG Energy Group
Canada's largest and longest standing provider of energy management solutions for commercial, industrial and institutional markets.

ECNG Energy

Manufacturing Masters Partner

Helping organizations capture and share best practice.

Mitchell Industries

GSJ & Co is a leading national food law firm, which services clients of all sizes in Canada and around the world at every stage of the food value chain.  The firm provides exceptional advice and thought leadership when clients are faced with complex legal issues, relying on its significant knowledge and experience with Canada’s food law regulatory regime and commercial norms.

G.S. Jameson & Company 

Having recently acquired many of the CLB Media properties, Annex now includes more than 50 business-to-business publications, web sites and a host of marketing opportunities and services including custom publishing, business lists, research, web development and industry events. EMC members are encouraged to sign up for free subscriptions to Annex publications such as: PEM Plant Engineering & Maintenance, Design Product News, Canadian Electronics, Manufacturing Automation, and Canadian Occupational Safety. Visit: [www.annexweb.com](https://www.annexweb.com) to subscribe.

Annex Publishing & Printing is one of Canada's leading providers of information and marketing services to business professionals in a wide range of industry sectors.

Annex Publishing

Future Skills Centre

Centre of Excellence 

Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration and the Workplace Education Initiative 

### **Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration**

The Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration helps people prepare for job opportunities and build the skills they need. We promote safe work environments and help employers and employees know their rights and responsibilities.
The department works with partners and other levels of government to support people immigrating to Nova Scotia. We provide programs to help newcomers. We also provide career information, employment services and learning programs that support the labour market.

**More Information:**
[https://beta.novascotia.ca/contact/labour-skills-and-immigration](url)


### **Workplace education initiative**

The Workplace Education Initiative (WEI) provides business skills training for working Nova Scotians. This training enhances individuals’ workplace skills and supports businesses and organizations to be more successful, open to change and ready for growth. This program is offered by the Department of Labour, Skills & Immigration (LSI) in partnership with business, industry, and community organizations. It is primarily funded by the Government of Canada through the Canada–Nova Scotia Workforce Development Agreement (WDA).

**More Information:**
[https://novascotia.ca/lae/workplace-education/docs/WEI-Info-from-Policy-Manual.pdf](url)

Government of Nova Scotia

Information and Communications Technology Council

McMaster University

Employment and Social Development Canada

Simon Fraser University

Magnet

Province of Ontario

CareersNOW

Holland College

Province of British Columbia

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency

New Brunswick Community College

Social Research and Demonstration Corporation (SRDC)

NGen is the industry-led, non-profit organization leading Canada’s Global Innovation Cluster for Advanced Manufacturing. One of five national networks supported by Canada's ambitious Global Innovation Clusters Initiative.
We are founded on the principle that digital transformation in advanced manufacturing will enrich the lives of Canadians, delivering better products and good jobs while generating the economic growth essential to a better future.

NGen

BioTalent Canada supports the people behind life-changing science. Trusted as the go-to source for labour market intelligence, BioTalent Canada guides bio-economy stakeholders with evidence-based data and industry-driven standards. BioTalent Canada is focused on igniting the industry’s brainpower, bridging the gap between job-ready talent and employers, and ensuring the long-term agility, resiliency, and sustainability of one of Canada’s most vital sectors.  

We strengthen Canada’s bio-economy by providing valuable, evidence-based labour market information and the best job-ready human resources available.

BioTalent Canada

The Canadian Council for Aviation and Aerospace (CCAA) is the only national association in the country dedicated to attracting and developing workers with the skills the Canadian aviation and aerospace industry needs to meet the demands of the current and future workplace.

The Canadian Council for Aviation and Aerospace (CCAA) is dedicated to help industry attract and develop workers with the skills the Canadian aviation and aerospace industry needs to meet the demands of the current and future workplace.

Canadian Council for Aviation & Aerospace

The Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC) is a national, non-profit organization focused on addressing human resource issues facing agricultural businesses across Canada.

The Council represents farming in all its forms: raising traditional and non-traditional livestock; producing, cultivating, growing, harvesting or collecting conventional and non-conventional agriculture commodities; and any practices performed as an integral part of an agricultural operation. 


The Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council is a national, non-profit organization focused on addressing human resource issues facing agricultural businesses across Canada.

Canadian Agriculture Human Resource Council

We are a different kind of bank. We are BDC, the Business Development Bank of Canada and the financial institution devoted to Canadian entrepreneurs.

With 100,000 clients across Canada, BDC helps create and develop strong Canadian businesses through financing, advisory services and capital, with a focus on small and medium-sized enterprises.

- We support entrepreneurs in all industries and at all stages of development from business centres across Canada and online at bdc.ca.
- We’re committed to the long-term success of Canadian entrepreneurs and we understand that a business is more than just dollars and cents.
- We complement the role played by private-sector financial institutions and have been serving Canadian entrepreneurs since 1944.
- We are a financially sustainable Crown corporation and we operate at arm’s length from our sole shareholder, the Government of Canada.

Visit our website below to learn more about BDC's solutions and resources specifically designed for Canadian manufacturers.

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Business Development Bank of Canada

Empowering a nation of dreamers and doers to build a better tomorrow for all.

Strategize Your Path to Sustainable Profitability and Organizational Focus

Looking to become a much more focused organization? Would you like to improve your financials with time-tested processes that improve net income and grow profitability?

Building the Foundation for Profitable Growth Workshop

**Workshop Summary**

Join us to walk through and clearly understand the analytical and assessment process steps required to see both your internal and external present more clearly:

- Where are you making money?
- What are the sources and drivers of operational complexity?
- What are you good at? Processes, products, services, etc.
- Which end markets are the best “fit” for your future?

During this workshop we will also discuss and come to understand how to:

- Reveal and affirm actionable data-backed insights.
- Become a much more focused organization.
- Dramatically improve your financials with time-tested processes that improve net income and grow profitability.

**Workshop Objectives/Outcomes**

Dramatically improve your financials with time-tested processes that:

- Increase profitability.
- Deliver “High Quality” Top Line Growth.
- Achieve Best in Class ROIC.
- Create a better place to work.

**SCHEDULE:**


### [REGISTER HERE-November 5{external-link}]()


EMC’s Building Skills for Success: Frontline Workers program is designed to develop essential skills needed to be a productive, valuable member of any manufacturing workplace, particularly in frontline work. 

Building Skills for Success: Frontline Workers 

In this course, participants focus on developing skills from the Skills for Success model including problem solving, communication, collaboration, adaptability and innovation.  This program offers a unique model where participants receive direct and ongoing support from their supervisors who are participating in a concurrent program. The goal of this model is to provide enhanced learning and growth to frontline workers and increase their success in the workplace. 
By developing these skills companies can expect to see improved understanding of skills for success, attention to quality assurance, problem solving, communication, collaboration and adaptability. 
This program provides skills training using industry validated content, live or virtually facilitated learning blended with e-learning and applied learning opportunities. 

**Learning Pathway**

*Communication and Soft Skills Training*

- Skills for Success
- Quality assurance
- Problem Solving
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Adaptability 
- Resilience 

The program provides 8 hours of facilitated training and 4 hours of self-directed training. Participants build their communication and collaboration skills while engaging in weekly group activities that require them to apply their learning to practical situations and scenarios. This program is led by a professional trainer with direct knowledge and experience of manufacturing. 

Who is best suited for this program: 
Those currently in a frontline worker or production worker role.

**Register today!**

**SCHEDULE:**
January 21, 2025
February 25, 2025

EMC’s Building Skills for Success: Supervisors program takes an innovative, 2-pronged approach to develop the essential skills needed to build a cohesive, effective manufacturing workforce. 

Building Skills for Success: Supervisors

While Supervisors develop their coaching and mentorship skills in this program, they will have opportunities to apply the learning immediately to Front Line workers within their organizations who are concurrently receiving their own training. Frontline workers will enhance their learning and growth through the direct, ongoing support of their supervisors. 
By developing these skills companies can expect to see improved communication, mentorship, performance management and overall leadership of supervisors. 
This program provides skills training using industry validated content, live or virtually facilitated learning blended with e-learning and applied learning opportunities. 

**Learning Pathway**

*Communication and Soft Skills Training*

- Leadership 
- Skills for Success
- Workplace Culture
- Employee Engagement
- Performance Mangement 
- Giving Effective Feedback 
- Mentorship 

The program provides 8 hours of facilitated training and 4 hours of self-directed training. Participants have the opportunity to engage in weekly activities that include practical application of concepts and skills. This program is led by a professional trainer with direct knowledge and experience of manufacturing. 

Who is best suited for this program:
Those currently in Supervisor and Lead Hand roles (or equivalent)

**Register today!**

**SCHEDULE:**
January 21, 2025
February 25, 2025

Supervision & Leadership 2: Supporting Lean Improvements

The course starts off with a review of the skills and attitudes that your leadership teams are already demonstrating in the workplace. This review is an excellent “refresher” for seasoned leaders, as well as a good way to bring any new leaders up to speed with the core competencies of their role.

From there, the room explores how successful teams use Continuous Improvement to not only improve the performance of processes and people, but to also improve the company culture. The goal is to become familiar with the core improvements available through Lean and Six Sigma, and to learn how to support our teams as we work together to drive waste out of the business.

**Participants Will “Brush Up On” and Recommit To:**
Workplace Safety & Environmental Compliance
The evolution of Supervision in the Workplace
Strategic, Tactical, Reactive, and Proactive Activities
Time Management & Prioritization Skills
Employee Engagement & Commitment
Improving Trust & Communication across Departments
Interviewing & Negotiation Skills
Situational Leadership for Coaching & Developing Others
Feedback, Discipline, and Confronting with Compassion
Effectively dealing with Substance Abuse & Violence
Plus any other topics requested before/ during the course

**Created & Facilitated by Value Stream Solutions:**
Value Stream Solutions Inc. was founded on the premise that companies should have the skills and abilities to continuously improve their performance year over year by engaging People, focusing on the Process, and delivering superior Product to their markets. We are a Training, Coaching, and Consulting company serving North American corporations in manufacturing and service industries. Our team has front-line expertise in Lean Enterprise, Six Sigma, Team Building, Leadership Development and Coaching. This gives us the ability to assist your needs to get the results you want. Our goal is to create self-sustaining capabilities within your organization.

Duration: 2 Full Days
Location: Classroom

Supervision & Leadership 1: Core Competencies

Quite often, we promote excellent operators into leadership roles. And while they have demonstrated skills and experience in our processes and products, we need to assist them in developing into capable supervisors, managers, and coaches. These front-line leaders influence the largest population of employees, and it is critical that this group has the opportunity to acquire and practice the new skills they need to excel.

If the course is dedicated to your teams, the course facilitator can work with you ahead of time to add in any specific tools or templates you would like your teams to use. Examples include printing samples of your Corrective Action Request (CAR) or 8D form(s) for quality or safety incident investigations right into the course materials. We want this workshop to have a very high relevance for your team. Please contact us to discuss course customization.

**Participants Will Learn & Apply These Skills:**
- Review of Workplace Safety & Environmental Legislation
- How Supervision has evolved in the Workplace
- Strategic, Tactical, Reactive, and Proactive Activities
- Time Management & Prioritization Skills
- Employee Engagement & Commitment
- Improving Trust & Communication across Departments
- Interviewing & Negotiation Skills
- Situational Leadership for Coaching & Developing Others
- Feedback, Discipline, and Confronting with Compassion
- Effectively dealing with Substance Abuse & Violence
- Plus any other topics requested before/ during the course

**Created & Facilitated by Value Stream Solutions:**
Value Stream Solutions Inc. was founded on the premise that companies should have the skills and abilities to continuously improve their performance year over year by engaging People, focusing on the Process, and delivering superior Product to their markets. We are a Training, Coaching, and Consulting company serving North American corporations in manufacturing and service industries. Our team has front-line expertise in Lean Enterprise, Six Sigma, Team Building, Leadership Development and Coaching. This gives us the ability to assist your needs to get the results you want. Our goal is to create self-sustaining capabilities within your organization.

Duration: 2 Full Days
Location: Classroom

Ever work on a problem only to look back 6 months later and say, “didn’t we already solve this issue?”

Sherlock Your Way to Solving Problems!

Most problem solving involves putting a Band-Aid on a symptom of the problem, not fixing the true cause. Why? Symptoms are easier to see. This problem-solving workshop will equip manufacturing professionals with actual problem-solving skills to get to the bottom of an issue, ensuring the right people are involved and that the solution sticks!
In the fast-paced manufacturing environment, effective problem solving is crucial for many reasons including maintaining production efficiency, improving quality, reducing costs, and driving innovation.
In this session, you team will:

- Be introduced to the value of problem solving in manufacturing
- Learn the PDCA methodology and how to apply it
- Explore root cause analysis techniques for any situation
- Learn why the right team members are crucial
- Discover effective leading change practices

**SCHEDULE:**   

**DURATION:** One Day Session

**LEARNING ENVIRONMENT:** In-Person, Classroom

EMC’s 6 week Building a Mentally Healthy Workplace program will arm your workforce with the necessary knowledge and tools to optimize engagement through psychological safety and wellbeing.

Building a Mentally Healthy Workplace

Organizations who make mental health a priority see better productivity, retention and morale, and working in a healthy, supportive environment is a must for today’s workers. Participants will gain confidence in navigating challenges relating to mental health in the workplace, and to play a proactive role in fostering balance, collaboration and positive mental health. This program gives participants clear direction on how to promote psychological wellness and contribute to a culture where every member of the team can bring their best selves to work.
 
**Micro-credential:** A Micro-credential in Psychological Health and Safety (Building a Mentally Healthy Workplace) will be issued upon the completion of all elements of the program, including the completion and presentation of a workplace performance project. All learning objectives will be considered met upon issuing of the digital badge.
 
**Format:**
- Facilitated virtually over Zoom
- 6 weeks consisting of weekly 3-hour sessions (24 hours total)
- Complete a Working WELL Road Map: a group project wherein participants apply their knowledge
 
**Topics include:**

*- What is mental health/psychological health and safety, and how is it relevant in the workplace?*
*- Examine the “Big 4”: four components of a psychologically safe and healthy workplace*

1. Culture

- Contributors to a healthy culture
- Stigma and mental health
- Work/life balance

2. Communication

- Leadership and clear expectations
- Duties and boundaries
- Psychological demands

3. Support

- Identifying signs of distress
- Conversation navigation 101
- Workload management

4. Contribution

- Employee recognition
- Growth and development
- Psychological ownership
- Equity, respect and belonging

*- Navigating barriers and best practice sharing*

- Facilitating access to support
- Improving knowledge of mental health resources, including EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Psychological protection
- Self care and resilience-building

*- Working WELL Road Map: apply your knowledge about the Big 4 to resolve a challenge in your workplace*
 
 
**Who is best suited for this program:**

- Supervisors and managers
- People leaders
- OHS specialists
- HR professionals
- JHSC (Joint Health & Safety Committee and union representatives
- Employee wellness champions in any role

**SCHEDULE:**  


Training is available in English.

EMC’s 4-week Problem Solving in the Workplace program is designed to equip workers with the critical thinking skills and a strategic plan to identify an issue, determine the route cause and develop a solution. 

Problem Solving in the Workplace

This program gives participants clear direction on how to meaningfully contribute to process improvements in the workplace. Participants will come away with new and improved confidence in problem solving, team collaboration, and time management in the context of continuous improvement as seen though a LEAN lens.
 
***Micro-credential:*** Upon completion of all requirements, and validation by the facilitator that learning outcomes have been achieved, participants will be issued a *Micro-credential in Problem-solving*.
 
**Format:**
- 4 x 3-hour virtually facilitated sessions over Zoom
- Applied learning through a Workplace Performance Project
- Self-directed eLearning modules
- Total time commitment between 20 and 25 hours
 
**Topics include:**

- Problem-solving in the workplace
- 7-Step Problem-Solving strategy
- Process Improvement
- Introduction to Lean Principles – 8 Deadly Wastes
- Collaboration
- Time Management
- Presenting ideas effectively
 
**Who is best suited for this program:**
- high-potential front-line workers
- lead hands
- new or current supervisors

**SCHEDULE:**  


Training is available in English.

Essential concepts and strategies for inclusivity

This program is designed for anyone that works  with, leads, or supports women apprentices, such as mentors, journeypersons, lead hands, supervisors and managers. Participants gain knowledge and skills to improve workplace culture and create inclusive environments that attract and retain diverse talent. 

Inclusive Workplace

### About the Program

This certificate program introduces participants to essential concepts and strategies that create inclusive workplaces for all employees, with a focus on women in skilled trades apprenticeships.

Participants gain knowledge and skills to improve workplace culture and create inclusive environments that attract and retain diverse talent.  By developing these skills, companies will experience greater respect and safety in the workplace, stronger team collaboration, higher productivity, positive workplace culture, and overall positive employee engagement.  

This program provides skills training using industry validated content, virtually facilitated learning blended with e-learning and an impactful workplace performance project. Sessions can be run in a cluster format with a blend of several different organizations in one session, or in a stand-alone format -private to just your organization. The program is offered in an online virtual format and provides ongoing support from professional trainers. 

### Learning Pathway

- The Impact of Bias 
- Creating a Culture of Inclusivity 
- Empowering Others through Mentorship 
- Promoting and Advocating  

**Workplace Performance Project (WPP)**

- Problem Solving Process 
- 5 Whys 
- Cost-Benefit Analysis 
- Project Planning & Execution 
- Data Collection & Analysis 
- Measuring Results 
- Public Speaking & Presentation Skills 

Engaged employees are more productive, loyal and drive profitability. 

**Register today!**

**SCHEDULE:** 


Senior Management Workshop Supporting Green and Sustainable Manufacturing Capabilities

Sustainable Manufacturing faces a few barriers to implementation; the first of which is a lack of awareness of the capabilities required, as well as the potential magnitude and appropriate priority for senior leadership and corporate levels. A key challenge in understanding the business case for sustainable manufacturing is a lack of awareness of profitable paths for securing your organization’s Environmental Social Governance (ESG) objectives.

Green Manufacturing Management Workshop

As the senior leadership complement to EMC’s MEC Green Skills in Manufacturing Certification Program, the Green Manufacturing Management Workshop is an industry-driven program designed to help Canadian manufacturing and related sector leaders, to better prepare for a more rapid transition to a green and low carbon / net zero, clean manufacturing ecosystem, with the profitable business case in mind. 

This workshop is recommended for senior manufacturing leadership, executive / c-suite, senior and operational management. Ideally, participants will be key decision makers related to company priorities, including (but not limited to) green/sustainable manufacturing, energy and resource management, approving / implementing carbon footprint reduction targets, and/or deploying ESG objectives.

**During this workshop, participants will learn to:**

- Understand what sustainable manufacturing means and how to develop green and sustainable initiatives;
- Design a credible and affordable path to achieve your organization’s ESG targets;
- Identify and quantify strategic opportunities for improvement; and
- Increase employee alignment, engagement and shift culture.

**Completion Requirements:**

To complete the workshop criteria necessary for certification, participants are committing complete the following elements over a 1 or 2-week period (depending on delivery format) including:

- Attend and participate in both (2) workshop modules (either virtual or in classroom). Each module is 1½ hours.
- Actively participate in workshop elements and discussion / Q&A sessions.
- Complete hands-on assignment using your facility’s own data to quantify potential economic, environmental and social gains potentially available to the facility(s) under your care.
- Draft a 2-to-3-page/slide strategy outline and rationale for deployment of sustainable manufacturing in your organization / facility.

**SCHEDULE:**  TBA

Training is available in English. 

**Ready for the next step in Green Skills in Manufacturing? See [EMC’s Green Skills in Manufacturing Certification Training program](https://emccanada.org/training/mec-green-skills-in-manufacturing) now, and keep building on your team’s knowledge!**

Grow a Sustained and Productive Workforce

Get new hires working faster and more efficiently.
Grow a sustainable and productive workforce.
The pandemic has wreaked havoc on supply chain/production planning, scheduling and staffing. With provincial forecasts predicting explosive growth, as leaders in your companies, you must be ready to compete for and retain new talent like never before.

New Hire Retention

Project Coordinator

Lynn Morris

### About the Program

This online pre-orientation program complements existing onboarding procedures by training new hires to be strong communicators and team players primed for success to increase productivity. The program focuses on essential skills like problem solving, collaboration, communications, and leadership through a foundation of mentorship so new hires can seamlessly integrate into the workforce.

**Get new hires working faster and more efficiently**
- MEC's online training time is 5-6 hours for new hires, and 1.5 hours for mentorship training for supervisors.
- Training is delivered virtually or through self-directed e-learning modules. Flexible options are available for employers and their current needs.

Engaged employees are more productive, loyal and drive profitability.

**Register today!**

Engage Your Employees in the Problem Solving Process

Participants work to identify a problem or opportunity within their organization and then plan and execute a workplace improvement project using the processes and tools introduced throughout the program. Participants gain hands on experience with conflict resolution, cross functional communications and how to work effectively as a team by building off of each other’s strengths. This project provides participants with knowledge, tools and confidence to use for future opportunities.

Production Worker

### About the Program

This certificate program is an initiative designed to help manufacturers increase their workforce productivity and become more competitive in a growing global marketplace. The Production Worker stream is designed to engage production workers in the problem-solving process and continuous improvement initiatives within the workplace. The program does this by focusing on the development of critical thinking, team work and workplace communications. Developing these skills supports increased productivity, improved workplace culture, enhanced team communication, higher employee engagement and overall promotes a collaborative working environment.

Manufacturing Essentials Certificate provides 40 hours (4-5 hours/week over 8 weeks) of skills training, using industry validated learning programs, live workshops, facilitated online learning with on-going support and assistance with professional trainers and a workplace action based learning project. Sessions can be run in a regional cluster format, which includes the blend of several different organizations in one session, or in a stand-alone format with just one organization.

### Learning Pathway

**Communication and Soft Skills Training**

- Team Building & Collaboration
- Working With Others Oral Communication
- Workplace Communication via documents, processes and meetings

**Problem Solving & Process Improvement Training**

- Problem Solving
- Action Planning
- Continuous Improvement
- Critical Thinking
- Communication
- Data Collection & Analysis

**Workplace Performance Project (WPP)**

- Identification of Challenges
- Exploring Opportunities 
- Team Building
- Conflict Resolution
- Project Planning & Execution
- Measuring Results

Engaged employees are more productive, loyal and drive profitability. 

**Register today!**

Upcoming Start Dates - Contact EMC's Learning Centre.


### NEWLY ENHANCED PROGRAM for new hires, with funded opportunities - [click here](https://offers.emccanada.org/mec).

**NEWLY ENHANCED PROGRAM SCHEDULE:**


Looking for funding?  Take a [look at COJG](https://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/eopg/cojg/).

Encourage Critical Thinking, Leadership and Team Management

Participants use processes and tools introduced throughout the program to plan and execute a workplace performance project. They will gain hands on experience with conflict resolution, cross functional communications and how to work effectively as a team. This project provides participants with knowledge, tools and confidence to use for future improvement opportunities.

Supervisors and Managers

### About the Program

This certificate program is an initiative designed for current and high potential future Supervisors and Managers. The program focuses on encouraging the development of critical thinking, leadership and team management skills. Developing these skills supports increased productivity, improved workplace culture, enhanced team communication, higher employee engagement and overall promotes a collaborative working environment. With the help of a hands-on Workplace Performance Project participants don’t just learn new skills, but develop and enhance their skills to be able to apply their learning to their workplace.

This program provides skills training using industry validated content, live or virtually facilitated learning blended with e-learning and an action based workplace performance project. Sessions can be run in a cluster format - the blend of several different organizations in one session, or in a stand-alone format -private to just your organization. The program is offered in both online and in-person formats; both of which include ongoing support from professional trainers.

### Learning Pathway

**Communication and Soft Skills Training**

- Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
- Business Case Presentations 
- Conflict Resolution
- Leading & Motivating
- Continuous Improvement 
- Coaching
- Team Communication & Management 
- Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

**Problem Solving & Process Improvement Training**

- Problem Solving 
- Action Planning
- Continuous Improvement
- Critical Thinking
- Communication 
- Data Collection & Analysis

**Workplace Performance Project (WPP)**

- Identification of Challenges
- Exploring Opportunities 
- Team Building
- Conflict Resolution
- Project Planning & Execution
- Measuring Result

**Who is best suited for this program**

Supervisors, Team Leads and those with high potential to become people managers in the future.

If sending multiple participants, we highly encourage the inclusion of employees from different teams or diverse backgrounds to enhance hands-on learning. 

**SCHEDULE:**


### NEWLY ENHANCED PROGRAM for new hires and recently promoted employees, with funded opportunities - [click here](https://offers.emccanada.org/mec).


Looking for other funding opportunities?  Take a [look at COJG](https://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/eopg/cojg/).

Enhance Leadership in Manufacturing

Participants work to identify a problem or opportunity within their organization and use problem solving methodology and tools to execute a Workplace Performance Project. Participants gain hands-on experience with problem solving, project management, and how to work effectively as a team by building off of each other’s strengths. This project provides participants with  knowledge, tools and confidence to use for future improvement opportunities.

Leadership

### About the Program

This certificate program is designed to enhance leadership in manufacturing and increase performance of the workforce. This program is designed for Supervisors, Managers and those in Leadership looking to enhance their skills. Participants will gain knowledge and skills to lead engaged, high-performing teams and to become not only people leaders but leaders of organizational culture. By developing these skills, companies can expect stronger team collaboration, higher productivity, fewer conflicts, positive workplace culture, overall better employee engagement.

This program provides skills training using industry validated content, live or virtually facilitated learning blended with e-learning and an action based workplace performance project. Sessions can be run in a cluster format - the blend of several different organizations in one session, or in a stand-alone format -private to just your organization. The program is offered in both online and in-person formats; both of which include ongoing support from professional trainers.

### Learning Pathway

**Communication and Soft Skills Training**

- Team Coaching
- Effective Feedback
- Adaptable Leadership
- Developing Employees
- Team Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Building & Collaboration
- Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
- Public Speaking & Presentation Skills

**Workplace Performance Project (WPP)**

- Problem Solving
- Project Planning
- Root Cause Analysis
- Data Collection & Analysis
- Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Project Planning & Execution
- Measuring Results
- Public Speaking & Presentation Skills

Engaged employees are more productive, loyal and drive profitability. 

**Register today!**

**SCHEDULE:**


Expanding Health & Safety Knowledge

This program is designed for Ontario companies interested in improving or enhancing their existing health and safety commitment and knowledge base. It is a course designed to clarify legal requirements surrounding health and safety, and examine the importance of a proactive approach to keeping workers protected. The Workplace Performance Project (WPP) provides a structured methodology to support participants in identifying opportunities to improve their employees’ health and safety.

Health & Safety

### About the Program

This certificate program is an initiative designed for those looking to enhance the Health and Safety of their workplaces. This program is designed for Health and Safety Stakeholders looking to enhance their knowledge and skills. The program focuses on encouraging the development of Health and Safety Knowledge, Best Practices, Problem Solving and Critical Thinking. Through a hands-on Workplace Performance Project participants are able to apply their learning on a project that helps to promote a healthy and safe work environment. By developing these skills, companies can expect stronger health and safety awareness, a positive workplace culture, and overall better employee engagement.

This program provides skills training using industry validated content, live or virtually facilitated learning blended with e-learning and an action-based workplace performance project. Sessions can be run in a cluster format - the blend of several different organizations in one session, or in a stand-alone format - private to just your organization. The program is offered in both online and in-person formats; both of which include ongoing support from professional trainers.

### Learning Pathway

**Communication**

- Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
- Business Case Presentations 
- Conflict Resolution
- Leading in H& S
- Working with others to achieve a H & S goal

**Problem Solving & Process Improvement Training**

- Problem Solving 
- Action Planning
- Continuous Improvement
- Critical Thinking
- Communication
- Data Collection & Analysis
- Outcomes and Follow Up

**Workplace Performance Project (WPP)**

- Identification of Challenges
- Exploring Opportunities
- Team Building
- Conflict Resolution
- Project Planning & Execution
- Measuring Results

Engaged employees are more productive, loyal and drive profitability. 

**Register today!**

**SCHEDULE:**
Upcoming Start Dates - Contact EMC's Learning Centre.

Looking for funding?  Take a [look at COJG](https://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/eopg/cojg/).

Raise Knowledge, Experience and Execution Strategies for Problem Solving

Participants use customized tools and processes throughout the program to learn, plan and execute a workplace performance project that will benefit them, their team and company. They will gain hands on experience with applying the A3 and PDCA approach to problem solving regardless of type of challenge faced.

Productivity and Continuous Improvement

### About the Program

This certificate program is an initiative designed for high potential (promotable) employees, existing support staff and leaders of all levels. The program focuses on raising the knowledge, experience and execution of problem solving and continuous improvement throughout organizations. Through presentation, discussion and group learning, participants will apply their experiences by completing a Workplace Performance Project (WPP) suitable to test their skills and abilities in leading a team to get results. Developing these skills supports increased productivity, improved workplace processes and culture, enhanced team communication, higher employee engagement and overall promotes a collaborative working environment.

This project provides participants with knowledge, tools and confidence to use for future improvement opportunities. This program provides skills training using industry validated content, live or virtually facilitated learning blended with e-learning and an action based workplace performance project. Sessions can be run in a cluster format - the blend of several different organizations in one session, or in a stand-alone format -private to just your organization. The program is offered in both online and in-person formats; both of which include ongoing support from professional trainers.

### Learning Pathway

**Root Cause Problem Solving & Process Improvement**

- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
- Business Case 
- Presentations
- PDCA - Plan, Do, Check, Act
- A3 Problem Solving
- Measurements
- Project Leadership

**Execution of Projects**

- In Class Activities
- Homework Assignments
- Workplace Performance (Improvement) Project

**Workplace Performance Project**

- Trial for both Participant and Employer
- Hands on Experience
- Mentorship

Engaged employees are more productive, loyal and drive profitability. 

**Register today!**

Looking for funding?  Take a [look at COJG](https://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/eopg/cojg/).

Are you a Nova Scotia manufacturer?  Contact our [Learning Centre](mailto:learningcentre@emccanada.org) for funding opportunities.

Incorporate Mental Health and Wellness into Your Organization

Management experts agree: psychological health and safety is just as important to manufacturing workers as physical health and safety are. During this eight-week course, you’ll learn how to stoke a positive workplace culture, reduce absenteeism, and improve employee engagement by implementing strong mental health practices into your organization’s activities.

Psychological Health & Safety

### About the Program

This certificate program will give your team members the tools they need to optimize productivity and engagement by being proactive about psychological health at work.  Guided by Canada’s best practice guidelines, the National Standard on Psychological Health & Safety in the Workplace, this 8-week program explores the multi-faceted implications of mental health in manufacturing settings.  Forward-thinking organizations across the country are recognizing the impressive R.O.I. and ethical responsibility of incorporating psychological wellness into traditional occupational health and safety policies and practices.  If your organization is aiming to reduce absenteeism, improve morale and organizational culture, facilitate recruitment and retention,and earn its place as a Leader of Industry, this is a training opportunity you won’t want to miss.  This course brings theoretical concepts to life through practical skill development, translating knowledge to action and engaging participants in applying the National Standard to their own work environments.  

### Learning Pathway

- Leadership
- Communication
- Engagement
- Legal Obligations
- Equity and Inclusion
- Optimization of Organizational Resources
- Recruitment Strategy
- Work/Life Balance
- Employee Recognition
- Organizational Culture
- Psychological Ownership
- Respect in the Workplace
- Providing Effective Support to Employees in Distress

**Workplace Performance Project**

- Problem Solving
- Project Planning
- Root Cause Analysis
- Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Project Planning and Execution
- Measuring Results
- Public Speaking and Presentation Skills

Participants work to identify a problem or opportunity within their organization and use problem solving methodology and tools to execute a Workplace Performance Project. Participants gain hands-on experience with problem solving, project management, and how to work effectively as a team by building off of each other’s strengths. This project provides participants with knowledge, tools, and confidence to use for future improvement opportunities. 

This program provides skills training using industry validated content and an action-based workplace performance project. Sessions can be run in a cluster format –the blend of several different organizations in one session, or in a stand-alone format –private to just your organization. The program is offered in both online and in-person formats; both of which include ongoing support from professional trainers.

**Who is best suited for this program**

- Those in Supervisor, Management and Leadership Positions
- Human Resource professionals
- Health & Safety Coordinators
- JHSC [Joint Health & Safety Committee] members / union representatives
- Employee Wellness Champions in any role

Engaged employees are more productive, loyal and drive profitability. 

**Contact us today to express your interest in this stream!**

Green Skills in Manufacturing Certification Training is designed for manufacturers looking to prepare for a transition to a green and low carbon clean economy, while addressing significant gaps in green skills and capabilities, and shortages in the workforce. Providing energy management and green essentials for the Canadian manufacturing workforce, this training will enable participants to learn, understand, plan and implement needed industry solutions.

Green Skills in Manufacturing

### About the Program

EMC’s Green Skills in Manufacturing Certification Training is an industry driven program designed to help Canadian manufacturers and other related sectors, to prepare for a more rapid transition to a green and low carbon net zero, clean manufacturing ecosystem.

This program combines hybrid approach, delivering expert virtual instruction by subject matter leaders in the field with hands on application of the skills learned deployed each week in your own production facility. Providing energy management and green essentials, this program will enable participants to learn, understand, plan implement and repeat effective sustainability solutions manufacturers need.

### Learning Pathway

- Understand what sustainable manufacturing means and how to develop green and sustainable initiatives
- Engage and align senior leadership, peers and operations staff in sustainable manufacturing
- Design a credible and affordable path to achieve your organization’s ESG targets
- Identify and quantify strategic opportunities for improvement and
- Increase employee alignment engagement and shift culture

EMC’s Green Skills in Manufacturing Certification Training will be delivered in 8 modules, over 8 weeks at 3 hours per module and will include a Workplace Performance Project (WPP) designed to identify and achieve results. Total time for participant completion is estimated at under 40 hours 3hrs x 8 modules 24 hours up to 16 hours for WPP.

### Workplace Performance Project

Participants work to identify a problem or opportunity within their organization and use problem solving methodology and tools to execute a Workplace Performance Project. Participants gain hands-on experience with problem solving, project management, and how to work effectively as a team by building off of each other’s strengths. This project provides participants with knowledge, tools, and confidence to use for future improvement opportunities. 

This program provides skills training using industry validated content and an action-based workplace performance project. Sessions can be run in a cluster format –the blend of several different organizations in one session, or in a stand-alone format –private to just your organization. The program is offered in both online and in-person formats; both of which include ongoing support from professional trainers.

Upon successful completion of this certification training, participants receive Manufacturing Essentials Certification and an industry recognized Green Skills micro credential.

**Who is best suited for this program**

This program is recommended for manufacturing managers, supervisors, team and program delivery leaders, that are directly responsible for energy management, sustainable manufacturing and measuring and implementing GHG emissions and carbon footprint reduction initiatives.

**Contact us today to express your interest in this stream!**


An equitable and inclusive workplace is crucial for modern manufacturers in their ability to attract and retain top talent, increase employee engagement, and drive organizational success. 

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

In this module, you’ll be introduced to key EDI terms, principles, and practical strategies for improving EDI in your workplace. By encouraging open-minded dialogue and self-reflection, you’ll be better equipped to contribute to a culture where everyone feels valued and heard.

Working at Heights training is valid for three (3) years from the date of successful completion of an approved program. After three (3) years, all learners who wish to maintain the validity of their Working at Heights training need to successfully complete a refresher training course.

Working at Heights Refresher

Working at Heights refresher training reinforces key learning outcomes for workers who are exposed to the danger of a fall on construction projects. All workers must be able to demonstrate their knowledge of the correct use of fall protection equipment.

During this refresher training you will discuss;

- Barriers, guardrails and safety nets
- Personal fall protection equipment (including practical demonstration) and detailed calculations of fall distances
- Anchor points
- Work positioning systems, work access equipment and platforms
- Rescue planning
- Applicable regulatory and equipment changes

Participants of the Working at Heights Refresher training will be required to provide photo identification on the day of training (driver’s license or photo health card are acceptable) and show proof of successful completion of an approved Working at Heights program (card containing a learner ID number as provided from the MLTSD).

**SCHEDULE:**


Training is available in English. 

**Ready for the next step in Health and Safety training? See [EMC’s Health and Safety MEC program](https://emccanada.org/certifications/mec-health-and-safety/) now, and keep building on your team’s knowledge of modern Health and Safety practices!**

The first stage of JHSC training centres around identifying and preventing workplace hazards through the supervision of Safety Representatives and the compliance of employees and managers. This course provides a solid foundation for understanding JHSC-implemented measures, and represents a manufacturing organization’s first steps towards keeping their workforce protected.


Joint Health & Safety Committee Certification – Part One

**Course Summary:**

As mandated by Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act, all workplaces that employ more than 20 labourers must establish and maintain a Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) to oversee and ensure the protection of their workers. In this course, participants will discuss why Joint Health and Safety Committees are important, examine the Occupational Health and Safety Act’s various requirements and penalties, and identify opportunities for improved Health and Safety measures in their own organizations. 

The first stage of JHSC training centres around identifying and preventing workplace hazards through the supervision of Safety Representatives and the compliance of employees and managers. This course provides a solid foundation for understanding JHSC-implemented measures, and represents a manufacturing organization’s first steps towards keeping their workforce protected.

**Discussed Topics:**

- Introduction to the Occupational Health and Safety Act — requirements, penalties, and particularities. 
- Introduction to Joint Health and Safety Committees and related policies and programs. 
- Duties performed by Joint Health and Safety Committees. 
- Identifying workplace hazards through risk assessments and investigations.
- Employee responsibilities and rights regarding Health and Safety. 
- Workplace accident response activities. 
- Supporting your organization’s Joint Health and Safety Committee. 



**DURATION:** Three (3) Day-Long Sessions

**LEARNING ENVIRONMENT:** Participant Facilities or In-Person Classroom

**SCHEDULE:**


Training is available in English. 

**Ready for the next step in Health and Safety training? See [EMC’s Health and Safety MEC program](https://emccanada.org/certifications/mec-health-and-safety/) now, and keep building on your team’s knowledge of modern Health and Safety practices!**

Earn a Microcredential

This training course equips participants with the principles and tools of Lean Thinking, enabling them to streamline manufacturing processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity. Learn essential concepts like Takt Time, One Piece Flow, and Value Stream Mapping, and embrace the Kaizen approach for continuous improvement. Master the PDCA method to generate effective solutions and achieve continuous growth in your workplace. 

Lean Fundamentals

*This training course includes the following 6 modules and a hands-on project:*

### Module 1: Introduction to Lean Thinking

This module will introduce you to Lean Thinking which is a methodology that can help you work smarter, not harder. Lean Thinking helps prepare you for employment in manufacturing, participate as a member of a Lean or Continuous Improvement team, and further the skills to become a Lean Leader. 

### Module 2: Fundamentals of Lean Thinking

This module will build off what you have learned in the introduction to Lean Thinking module and will highlight the four fundamentals of Lean Thinking: Takt Time, One Piece Flow, Standard Work, and Pull Systems. By understanding these fundamentals and using them together, organizations can harness the power of Lean Thinking in order to deliver products of the highest quality at lower costs and with shorter lead times. 

### Module 3: Primary Tools of Lean

So far weʹve introduced you to Lean Thinking and some of its fundamental concepts. This module will build from what youʹve learned so far and introduce you to some of the tools used by Lean Thinking companies including Setup Time Reduction, the 5S Method, and Visual Control. These are simple, effective tools used by Lean thinkers to create process capacity, process capability, and make problems visible for further improvement. The last two modules introduced you to the philosophy driving Lean thinking and this course will show you how to begin implementing it. 

### Module 4: Thinking in Value Streams

As weʹve learned in the introduction, fundamentals, and primary tools courses, Lean thinking is all about identifying and eliminating waste in our business practices. This module will build on what youʹve learned and introduce you to Value Stream Mapping; a useful tool businesses can use to begin their Lean transformations. Understanding value streams helps to combat waste that is inherent to batch processing by reorienting the way we think about our operations and integrating processes instead of segregating them. 

### Module 5: Kaizen: Learn by Doing

When we looked at value streams, we learned that when we map out our desired future state it often becomes clear there are processes that need improvement. Kaizen is a method that helps us to make those improvements by focusing on everyday changes that can be made in our workspaces. Itʹs about identifying problems and implementing better ways to do work by simplifying tasks. If our future state maps show us where we want to get to, then Kaizen is how we can begin implementing it! 

### Module 6: Implementing Good Ideas

Good ideas come from everywhere, but where do they start? Do good ideas just pop into our heads? Is there a reason? How will we know if our ideas are good ones, or if they work? In this final module in our Lean Thinking series, we will explore the PDCA method, which stands for “Plan, Do, Check, Act”. PDCA is a methodology that helps us to structure the way we think about a problem so we have a better chance of generating effective solutions that can help us work towards continuous improvement in our workplaces. 

### Hands-on Lean Fundamentals Project

This short project helps learners to understand how to apply the lessons they have learned through the course within the workplace and everyday life. 

### [REGISTER HERE{external-link}](https://learningcentre.cmn-rmc.ca/student/MyCourse.aspx?attempt=0&id=f43096fd-f881-44ab-b2eb-9e19dde866a3&categoryid=&programid=eb75b7a1-9612-4cb1-8ec4-f44c31907fd2&returnUrl=ContentPage.aspx?PageID=1982eae4-a63c-5077-e825-f995a608fa46/)

***What is a Microcredential?***
An award presented after completing a collection of learning activities of high value. Microcredential programs usually include hands on components or a blend of different learning formats.

Are you a Nova Scotia manufacturer?  Contact our [Learning Centre](mailto:learningcentre@emccanada.org) for funding opportunities.

An interactive workshop

By modelling, guiding, and reinforcing the skills that will support the individual’s goals, a leader can play an integral role in building capacity in those around them. 

Leadership in the Workplace 

### Course Summary

Leadership is more than simply managing people and telling them what to do. True leadership is about motivating and guiding an individual or team to set goals and reach their full potential. An effective leader has strong emotional intelligence, i.e., self-awareness, empathy, and communication skills, which helps them to connect with those around them. Good leaders can come from anywhere but will have a strong sense of their own strengths and a willingness to invest in the development of others. It is critical to have the ability to meet people where they are by adjusting their leadership style to fit the situation or person. By modelling, guiding, and reinforcing the skills that will support the individual’s goals, a leader can play an integral role in building capacity in those around them. 

### Participants will:

- Recognize the difference between managing people and leading people
- Understand the key qualities of an effective leader
- Understand the role of effective feedback in helping to build others’ skills 
- Identify their own default leadership style
- Recognize the power of situational leadership to meet people where they are
- Reflect on their emotional intelligence and the role it plays in leadership
- Learn strategies to motivate others and help build actionable goal setting plans

**DURATION:** 3 hours

**LEARNING ENVIRONMENT:** Virtual

**SCHEDULE:**  


Training is available in English.

### [REGISTER HERE{external-link}]()


Embark on a rewarding journey in advanced manufacturing with this comprehensive program. Explore an array of courses covering key topics such as accountability, adaptability, automation, blueprint reading, electrical circuits, hydraulics, lean thinking, robotics, and more. Gain in-depth knowledge and skills essential for success in the skilled trades. 

Skilled Trades in Advanced Manufacturing - Learning Path

Working in a cutting-edge industry. Doing interesting work that has a real impact on the world. Having opportunities to learn, grow and advance. Enjoying a stable, fulfilling long-term career. Sound good? Then you should consider a career in the skilled trades in advanced manufacturing.

The following courses are included in this program:

- Accountability in the Workplace
- Adaptability and Resilience
- Additive Manufacturing
- Advanced Topics
- Applying Code Requirements to Motor Circuits
- Attitude in the Workplace
- Automation
- Bearings
- Blueprint Reading
- Chain Drives
- Communications
- Concepts of Pressure and Flow
- Contamination and Filtration
- Couplings
- Data & Connectivity
- DC Motors
- Directional Control Valves
- Effective Problem Solving
- Electrical Circuits
- Electrical Code
- Electrical Fundamentals Introduction
- Electrical Motor Control Components
- Electrical Motor Controls Introduction
- Electronic Signals
- Flow Control Valves
- Fundamentals of Lean Thinking
- Gears
- Giving and Receiving Feedback
- Health and Safety 101
- Hydraulic Cylinders and Motors
- Hydraulic Fluids
- Implementing Good Ideas
- Installation and Leveling
- Interpreting Motor Nameplate Data
- Introduction to Lean Thinking
- Introduction to Team Building
- Kaizen: Learn by Doing
- Lubrication
- Managing Conflict and Difficult Interactions
- Manufacturing - A Career with Potential
- Ohm's Law
- Overview of Control Systems
- PLC Structure and Organization
- Pneumatic Components
- Pneumatic Operations
- Pneumatic Theory
- Pressure Control Valves
- Primary Tools of Lean
- Pumps
- Reservoirs and Piping
- Robotics and Advanced Motion Systems
- Seals 
- Shafts and Attachments
- Shop Practices
- Single Phase AC Motors
- Skilled Trades in Advanced Manufacturing
- Thinking in Value Streams
- Threads and Fasteners
- Three Phase AC Motors

The following comprehensive resources are included as well:

- Employability Skills Introduction
- Hydraulic Introduction 
- Lean and Continuous Improvement Introduction
- Mechanical Power Transmissions Introduction
- Pneumatics Introduction
- Pneumatics Introduction

***What is a Microcredential?***
An award presented after completing a collection of learning activities of high value. Microcredential programs usually include hands on components or a blend of different learning formats.

### [REGISTER HERE{external-link}](https://learningcentre.cmn-rmc.ca/student/MyCourse.aspx?attempt=0&id=661cdfa3-0c62-4747-8a63-3ce94ed16611&categoryid=&programid=eb75b7a1-9612-4cb1-8ec4-f44c31907fd2&returnUrl=ContentPage.aspx?PageID=1982eae4-a63c-5077-e825-f995a608fa46)

This is a refresher program where we review the key elements of our standard forklift certification training.

Forklift Safety Training Refresher

**Course Summary:**

This Forklift Safety Training Refresher is not recommended for new forklift operators or those who have not taken a CSA compliant Forklift Safety Training program in the past 5 years.

**Discussed Topics:**

- The legal requirements
- Causes of forklift related accidents
- Hazards associated with the operation of a forklift, equipment, environment, and materials you handle
- How to ensure the safety of other workers in the area
- How to Inspect your lift truck
- Lift truck stability triangle and trapezoid, centre of gravity load, capacity of your lift truck or forklift
- The effects of speed, acceleration, sharp cornering, etc.
- Main components of the lift truck with emphasis on the lifting/handling systems and their basic functions
- The hazards associated with the workplace in which he/she will be working. Creation of Safety Rules to follow
- Fueling of a lift truck including Propane, Diesel and Batteries
- How operators can make a difference
- Course includes one documented Driving Evaluation of the operators driving skill

**SCHEDULE:**


Training is available in English. 


This is a discussion based re-certification training program that is targeted to those workers who have previously taken the Elevating Work Platform Certification training program.  This course reviews the operation of elevating work platforms including scissor lifts, zoom-boom lifts and articulating lifts.

Elevated Work Platforms Refresher

**Course Summary:**

Competent operators must know not only how to operate the particular class of Elevating Work Platforms to which they will be operating, but also be aware of the hazards associated; they must be able to operate the equipment in a manner that protects both their own safety and the safety of others in the workplace. Expect the theory elements of this training session to last about 4 hours, then if the equipment is available, we will conduct operator practical evaluations. 

**Discussed Topics:**

- Legislative Requirements
- Operator Qualifications
- Hazards—People, Equipment, Material, and Environment
- Workplace Pre-Use Inspections
- Characteristics of Scissor Lifts and Vertical Mast Lifts
- Characteristics of Articulating and Telescopic Boom Lifts
- Equipment Inspections and Operational Stability
- Fall Protection
- Rescue Planning

**SCHEDULE:**

Training is available in English. 


The Ministry of Labour, Training & Skills Development (MLTSD) has established a new training standard that is now in effect as of March 1st, 2016. If your business has over 20 employees and a current need to get staff certified, you are required to complete this training.

JHSC Refresher Certification Training

**Course Summary:**

**Refresher Training**
1 day (8 hours)
 
**Review Key concepts from Part 1 & Part 2 training**
- Review the roles, duties, and responsibilities of workplace parties
- Review the rights, duties, and functions of the JHSC
- Review concepts of the hazard recognition, assessment, and control, and evaluation of the hazard controls and a Hazard Management Tool

**Describe changes or updates to relevant legislation, standards, codes of practice and occupational health and safety best practices
**
- Describe new advances in occupational health and safety best practices, if any, in the last three years.
- Describe hazards that have emerged in the committee member’s workplace in the last three years.

**Provide opportunity for learners to share JHSC best practices and to discuss JHSC challenges and potential resolutions
**
- Share challenges based on the committee member’s experience as a JHSC member
- Share best practice based on the committee member’s experience as a JHSC member
- Brainstorm approaches to resolve challenges

**DEVELOPMENT OF EFFECTIVE “JOINT HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMITTEES” (JHSC)
**

- JHSC Members who have completed Part 1 and 2 training are required to take Refresher training every 3 years in order to maintain their certification.

**SCHEDULE:**

Training is available in English. 


This is a discussion based certification training program that reviews the operation of elevating work platforms including scissor lifts, zoom-boom lifts and articulating lifts. 

Elevated Work Platforms

**Course Summary:**

This is a discussion based certification training program that reviews the operation of elevating work platforms including scissor lifts, zoom-boom lifts and articulating lifts.  Competent operators must know not only how to operate the particular class of Elevating Work Platforms to which they will be operating, but also be aware of the hazards associated; they must be able to operate the equipment in a manner that protects both their own safety and the safety of others in the workplace. Expect the theory elements of this training session to last about 6 hours, then if the equipment is available, we will conduct operator practical evaluations.

**Practical evaluations**

Every participant will go through a practical evaluation after training on the equipment they are likely to be using. These evaluations are a test of the workers’ familiarity and experience level of the equipment.

If your workers are attending one of our training centers, we have a variety of elevated work platforms on site that they can use for their practical evaluations.  You can do evaluations on multiple pieces of equipment.

**Discussed Topics:**

- Legislative Requirements
- Operator Qualifications
- Hazards—People, Equipment, Material, and Environment
- Workplace Pre-Use Inspections
- Characteristics of Scissor Lifts and Vertical Mast Lifts
- Characteristics of Articulating and Telescopic Boom Lifts
- Equipment Inspections and Operational Stability
- Fall Protection
- Rescue Planning

**SCHEDULE:**


Training is available in English. 

SFU Mechatronics, in partnership with EMC

Your participating employees will be trained to help your company to embrace the opportunities offered by Industry 4.0, leading to increased efficiency and productivity.

Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing 2

Smart Manufacturing Bootcamps - in partnership with Simon Fraser University.

A smart factory is an interconnected network of machines, processes, communication systems, and computing power. It is a cyber-physical system that uses advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to analyze data, drive automated processes, and to improve productivity, safety, product quality, and customer experience. 

**### LEARNING OBJECTIVES**

- Learn the architecture and building blocks of smart factories, in particular, how the integration of the smart factory building blocks improves quality and productivity.
- Gain hands-on training using state-of-the-art Industry 4.0 smart factory from SMC. The training equipment includes programmable logic controllers (PLCs), collaborative robots, vision and RFID sensors, and digital twins.

**### TOPICS**

- Fundamental Concepts and Architecture of Smart Factories (2 Hours)
- Fundamentals of Industrial Controllers (2 Hours)
- Artificial Vision Systems (2 Hours)
- RFID Technologies for Traceability (2 Hours)
- Collaborative Robots (Cobots) (2 Hours)
- Digital Twins (2 Hours)
- Laboratory Demonstrations using State-of-the Art Industry 4.0 Smart Factory Facility (4 Hours)

**### ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS**

- Successful completion of [Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing 1](https://emccanada.org/training/industry-40-and-smart-manufacturing-1)

Session dates to be announced.

EMC Members receive 10% discount on registration fees.

Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing 1

Technology is only as good as the individuals trained to use it. Smart Manufacturing’s ultimate success depends on a highly skilled workforce, but currently, digitally skilled labor in the Canadian manufacturing sector is in short supply. To address this education gap, our Smart Manufacturing Bootcamp short courses provides opportunities for professionals in manufacturing, engineering, and management to learn how industry 4.0 technologies are applied to drive value for businesses, through both lectures and hands-on training using our state-of-the-art smart factory equipment.

### **LEARNING OBJECTIVES**

- Learn how the integration of data, connectivity, and advanced automation improves the visibility and transparency over the entire manufacturing enterprise which further enhances productivity.
- Establish a foundational understanding of smart manufacturing including core underlying technologies.

### **TOPICS**

- Fundamental Concepts, Case Studies, Applications, and Driving Forces of Industry 4.0 (2 Hours)
- Advanced Automation in Smart Manufacturing (2 Hours)
- Fundamentals of Industrial Internet of Things (I-IoT) (4 Hours)
- Data Analytics Basics (2 Hours)
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in Smart Manufacturing Systems (2 Hours)
- Laboratory Demonstrations using State-of-the Art Industry 4.0 Smart Factory (4 Hours)

### ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

- Any  professionals working in manufacturing, engineering, management, consulting, or other related fields.

EMC Members receive 10% discount on registration fees.



Manufacturing - A Career With Potential

Contributing to an important Canadian industry. Making things that people use every day. Working with interesting technology. Doing active work that keeps you thinking and moving. Having a well-paying, stable, meaningful career. Sound good? Then you should consider a career in manufacturing. 

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Managing Conflict and Difficult Interactions

In this module we will explore conflict in the workplace and ways to successfully manage difficult interactions. Working well with others and the ability to communicate thoughtfully and respectfully are strong predictors of workplace success. 

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This module highlights the importance of feedback as a crucial tool for training, growth, and development in any workplace, emphasizing the significance of honing the skill of giving and receiving high-quality feedback relevant to all employees.

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