Head Start managers have high expectations, but often lack the support needed to thrive while meeting them. A significant gap in professional development are basic skills for managers. The Head Start Manager Skills Certificate is designed for anyone who is new to a manager role or who has been a manager for a while, but wants to review foundational skills for managers. This Certificate is focused on applied management skills for Head Start professionals.
The certificate consists of five modules, each dealing with a set of basic skills needed for managers.
Module 1: Being a Manager
Module 2: Building a Culture of Motivation (2-day)
Module 3: Communicate with Confidence (2-day)
Module 4: Building Teams for Problem Solving
Module 5: Better Meetings
This certificate is intended for program management or supervisory staff who need to develop key management skills to support their ongoing success and well-being.