Training and Support
Fostering employee engagement and providing training, development, and support services
About
Find the work-life support you're looking for in Human Resources. With professional development, skills training, counseling services, and more, we've got you covered.
The UMass Human Resources Office provides information, training, and supportive services tailored to fit your needs and busy life. These services are available both in person and via Zoom.
For assistance in your career advancement, take advantage of the various workshops and certificate programs offered through the Workplace Learning & Development office or enroll in a Partnership for Worker Education foundational employee skills class. Find ways to create work-life balance through the free and confidential Employee Counseling and Consultation Office.
Achieve your workplace goals
The Workplace Learning & Development office promotes employee and organizational growth, professional and personal development, and empowerment by providing innovative, high-quality programs and services.
Learn new skills
The Partnership for Worker Education provides high-quality worker education and support to a wide range of employees (e.g., service maintenance, food service, clerical, and professional employees) through the development of UMass and union partnerships.
Inclusive training for employees
UMass Amherst deeply values our responsibility to create and ensure a respectful, safe, and inclusive campus for all community members. New employees are required to attend trainings in HIPAA, harassment prevention, and Title IX.
Training and support services
Systems and software training
Get help with Human Resources systems.
Partnership for Worker Education
Learn more about how PWE provides high-quality worker education to a wide range of employees—service maintenance, food service, clerical, and professional.