Classes

Click here for information on the Leadership Development Team.

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Leadership Skills I is the recommended first course for first-line, team leads and/or new supervisors. There is a comprehensive test given after the class. If passed, the exam offers the credential of “AIDT Certified Leader I”. The class is offered in 2-day format.  It is designed for employed Alabama citizens currently in leadership positions.

• Leadership Skills I Outline

Many people think that attending this program is in some way tied to our pre-employment training programs for other companies and may help “get your foot in the door”.  THIS IS NOT TRUE.  These leadership training programs are designed for people currently employed at Alabama companies who need to improve their leadership skills.

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Leadership Skills II is a follow-up course to Leadership Skills I, and includes more advanced topics of supervision. There is a comprehensive test given after the class, and if passed offers the credential of “AIDT Certified Leader II”. The class is offered in a 2-day format.  LEADERSHIP SKILLS I MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO TAKING LEADERSHIP SKILLS II.

• Leadership Skills II Outline

Many people think that attending this program is in some way tied to our pre-employment training programs for other companies and may help “get your foot in the door”.  THIS IS NOT TRUE.  These leadership training programs are designed for people currently employed at Alabama companies who need to improve their leadership skills.<

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Interview T.I.P.S. is a program which helps applicants prepare for job interviews. This class is beneficial to first time job seekers, those re-entering the work force, senior high students, recent graduates and anyone seeking to enhance their interview skills. The program includes:

• Applications
• Resumes
• Tips for effective interviewing (preparation, communication, dress)
• Interview Follow-Up

AIDT is willing to bring this program to your site. Schools, churches, and other community agencies are encouraged to contact AIDT’s Leadership Development team to schedule a program.

New Online Interview Class Available!

If you would like to brush up on your interviewing skills before an interview, please feel free to complete our online Interview Class. To request registration for this free online class, please complete the form at: http://www.aidt.edu/interviewtipsregistration/

As soon as possible, you will receive a confirmation e-mail with class log in instructions.

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Empowering Teams (Outline) – Empowering Teams is a workshop specifically designed to focus on the characteristics of effective team players and the elements of effective teams. Participants will leave the course having explored: the work practices of high performing teams, the eleven characteristics of an effective team, and how to develop team problem-solving and assessment skills.

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Change and How to Deal with It (Outline) – With constant demands from the marketplace to deliver more with less, almost everyone is finding that their daily work life includes some responsibility for dealing with change. This four hour class will help you develop the ability to handle change in a more positive manner.

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Customer Service (Outline):  A 3-hour class that focuses on the role of the Customer Service Representative.  Topics include:  Customer Needs, Meeting Expectations, Communication Skills, Listening, and Dealing with Difficult People.

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Facilitation Skills (Outline):  A 4-hour class created to make core facilitation skills better understood in organizations.  Topics include:  Functions of a Facilitator, Listening Skills, Common Facilitation Techniques and Dealing with Difficult Dynamics.

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Diversity Training (Outline):  A 4-hour class developed to address the issues of diversity within our multi-cultural/generational workforce. Gender, ethnicity, education, physical abilities and language are a few of the diversity topics discussed. Participants should leave this training with an understanding that everyone adds value and is deserving of dignity and respect.

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Maritime Welding Classes

Currently seeking applicants for Day classes at the Bryant School in Irvington, AL for the residents of South Mobile County.

Day classes meet for 10 weeks from 6:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday.

For more information, go to the Jobs page and click the link for “Maritime-AIDT” in the Current Recruiting table.