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TRAINING SCHEDULE • August 2015 to October 2015
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NYC UNIVERSITY
WELCOME TO THE LATEST EDITION OF THE NYC UNIVERSITY TRAINING SCHEDULE!
This edition includes NYC University’s citywide professional development opportunities for the upcoming 3
months. Our goal is to increase awareness of what trainings are available throughout our Association and to
provide you with the information that you need as you complete your 2015 development plan.
Class Registration
Registration for the courses listed in this schedule are currently open through CONNECT. For technical help,
please call 1-877-YMCA-FIX.
Additional Learning Opportunities
In addition to the offerings listed in this schedule, there are also manuals, quick reference guides, webinars,
and instructional videos available on YNET via the File Cabinet that you can access at any time to further your
learning. Registration is not required for these learning opportunities and they are self-paced. Please see the
Information Technology section of this schedule for further information.
Training Ideas
Also, we would be happy to hear your ideas and suggestions. If you have an idea for a citywide training, please contact: Joel Ambroise, Senior Director for Staff Development at 212-630-9723 or [email protected].
If you have any questions or need additional information, feel free to reach out to the Staff Development team. See you at the next training!
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CAUSE-DRIVEN LEADERSHIP®
Do you have what it takes to be a cause-driven leader? Do you know what competencies one must develop in order to meet the potential of CAUSE-DRIVEN LEADERSHIP? The word cloud on the cover of this schedule is a compilation of the various
qualities and competencies one needs to arrive at and endure as a YMCA cause driven leader. Why do we think that is a worthwhile journey? The YMCA of Greater NY is committed to building the foundations of and strengthening our communities through: Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Improving NYC’s health and well-being Courageously taking up the challenge of our city’s most
pressing needs
These goals are ambitious and will only be achieved through
leadership that is committed to their own development rooted in the four disciplines below:
1. Mission Advancement – Advancing the Y’s promise to
strengthen community 2. Collaboration – Working with, understanding, and developing others
3. Operational Effectiveness – Ensuring relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability
4. Personal Growth – Developing continually to adapt to new challenges
Since 2013, we have been highlighting the CAUSE-DRIVEN LEADERSHIP Competencies that can be
developed in each of the trainings that we offer citywide. Our goal is to help you increase these
competencies and support you in your journey towards CAUSE-DRIVEN LEADERSHIP.
CAUSE-DRIVEN LEADERSHIP Competencies
Below is a list of the CAUSE-DRIVEN LEADERSHIP Competencies. For more information on the competencies and the level of competency that you should be striving for in your role, please visit www.yexchange.org or click here.
VALUES: Demonstrates in word and action the Y’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and
responsibility and a commitment to the Y’s mission, in all matters at all times.
COMMUNITY: Delivers the benefits of good health, strong connections, greater self-confidence, and a sense of security to all who seek it.
VOLUNTEERISM: Advances the legacy of volunteer engagement and leadership. PHILANTHROPY: Values and supports the many facets of philanthropy as an essential component in
achieving the Y’s mission.
INCLUSION: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices
that support diversity, inclusion, and cultural competence. RELATIONSHIPS: Builds authentic relationships in the service of enhancing individual and team
performance to support the Y’s work.
INFLUENCE: Employs influence strategies that engage, inspire, and build commitment to the cause and overall Y goals.
COMMUNICATION: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a manner that reflects a true understanding of the needs of the audience.
DEVELOPING OTHERS: Recognizes and acts on the need to continually develop others’ capabilities to
attain the highest level of performance possible.
DECISION MAKING: Integrates logic, intuition, and sound judgment to analyze information to identify greatest opportunities, make sound decisions, and solve problems.
INNOVATION: Participates in the generation, experimentation, and implementation of new approaches
and activities that improve and expand the Y’s mission and work.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Supports goal attainment by prioritizing activities, assigning responsibilities
in accordance with capabilities, monitoring progress, and evaluating impact. FINANCE: Demonstrates and sustains the Y’s nonprofit business model.
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CAUSE-DRIVEN LEADERSHIP Competencies (CONTINUED)
QUALITY RESULTS: Demonstrates and fosters a strong commitment to achieving goals in a manner
that provides quality experiences.
SELF DEVELOPMENT: Is dedicated to the improvement of own capabilities, and demonstrates this
through the continual expansion of knowledge and skills.
CHANGE CAPACITY: Leads self and others through change by navigating ambiguity appropriately and
adapting well to new situations, obstacles, and opportunities.
EMOTIONAL MATURITY: Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills.
FUNCTIONAL EXPERTISE: Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a
high level of accomplishment.
70/20/10 LEARNING MODEL
We know to be true that one learns better through doing versus
hearing and seeing. Therefore you have been hearing about the
70/20/10 Learning Model and are encouraged to continue to
incorporate this model into your personal development process.
The model is described below:
70% On-the-Job Development - Seventy percent of learning and
development takes place from real life, challenging on-the-job
experiences, tasks, and problem solving.
20% Coaching - Twenty percent of learning and development
comes from coaching, feedback, and observing and working with
role models.
10% Formal Training - Ten percent of learning and development
comes from formal training.
NYC UNIVERSITY REMINDERS
When attending a YMCA of Greater New York citywide training, there are a few things to keep in mind:
Trainings will begin at the advertised time. The training door will close 15 minutes after the training
has begun, so please be on time.
Food will not be provided at citywide trainings. Unfortunately, we will no longer be able to provide
breakfast or lunch at trainings. All trainings over 4 hours will include coffee, water and a meal break.
Enroll for trainings via CONNECT. Please be sure to enroll in all Branch and citywide trainings via
CONNECT. Your seat for a training is confirmed only after your supervisor approves your request and
you are listed as “Enrolled.” Please remember that a status of “Requested” or “Waitlisted” means that
you are not enrolled in the training.
THANK YOU
Thank you for taking the time to look through NYC University Training Schedule. Each month, we will update
the schedule to provide you with all of the information that you need about the amazing training opportunities
taking place citywide.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
AQUATICS
COMMUNICATIONS
EARLY CHILDHOOD
FINANCE ............................................................................ PG. 6-7
FUND DEVELOPMENT .............................................................. PG. 7
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES ......................................................... PG. 7-8
HOUSING
HUMAN RESOURCES .......................................................... PG. 9-10
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ........................................... PG. 11-12
LEADERSHIP
MEMBERSHIP ........................................................................ PG. 12
NEW STAFF ORIENTATION
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
PUBLIC POLICY/FUNDED PROGRAMS
RISK MANAGEMENT
TEENS .................................................................................. PG. 13
YOUTH AND FAMILY
YMCA OF THE USA ........................................................... PG. 14-24
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES.............................................. PG. 25
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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The Art of Budgeting
Are you new to budgeting or budgeting at the Y? Join this half-day training on budgeting best practices.
Financial experts will work with participants to review the budgeting process, from forecasting to reviewing final
reports.
Intended Audience: The training is a requirement for all branch Program Membership and Resident Directors.
All Business Managers and Program Directors must attend one of the Project (Government Contracts) Training
sessions.
Prerequisite: None
Leadership Competencies Developed in this Training: Decision Making Project Management
Finance Functional Expertise
Food will not be provided.
DATE TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration CLOSE
09/09/2015 9:30AM-12:30PM Association Office Currently Open 09/04/2015
Hyperion Budget Training Are you responsible for preparing the budget for your department or program and are new to the process? Hyperion is a centralized, web-based planning, budgeting and forecasting tool. The software allows users to track next steps, view reports, analyze information and submit budgets to their supervisor via CONNECT. Hyperion budget training will provide instruction on how to use the software to effectively manage the budgeting processes.
NOTE: Previous attendees are not required to attend but are welcome. If you are new to the budgeting
process, this training is mandatory.
Intended Audience: Staff who are new to preparing the annual Branch budget
Prerequisite: None
Leadership Competencies Developed in this Training:
Finance Functional Expertise
Food will not be provided.
Executive Directors/Business Managers
DATE(S) TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration CLOSED
09/10/2015 12:00PM-5:00PM Association Office Currently Open 09/05/2015
Aquatics
DATE(S) TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration CLOSED
09/16/2015 9:00AM-12:30PM Association Office Currently Open 09/11/2015
General (Residence, Fund Development, Property, Administrative, Membership, Other Programs,
Healthy Lifestyles)
DATE(S) TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration CLOSED
09/16/2015 1:30PM-5:00PM Association Office Currently Open 09/11/2015
09/18/2015 9:00AM-12:30PM Association Office Currently Open 09/13/2015
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Hyperion Budget Training (continued)
Projects (Agencies)
DATE(S) TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration CLOSED
09/11/2015 9:00AM-12:30PM Association Office Currently Open 09/06/2015
09/15/2015 1:30PM-5:00PM Association Office Currently Open 09/10/2015
Youth & Family, Camps & Early Childhood
DATE(S) TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration CLOSED
09/11/2015 1:30PM-5:00PM Association Office Currently Open 09/06/2015
09/15/2015 9:00AM-12:30PM Association Office Currently Open 09/10/2015
FUND DEVELOPMENT
2016 Annual Campaign Leadership Summit….Save the Date!
The 2016 Annual Campaign Leadership Summit will be held on September 25, 2015 at Scandinavia House
located at 58 Park Avenue, Volvo Hall, New York, NY 10016. Details will be announced in mid-August.
YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles Would you like to learn about the principles of healthy lifestyles, and take the first step in the YMCA Health and Well-Being certification courses? This training provides practical and theoretical information for instructors of all YMCA Health & Well-Being programs, including information on effective leadership, basic physical activity and healthy lifestyles principles, and program safety guidelines. This course also covers the YMCA mission, philosophy, and the national program training and certification system. This is a Y of the USA training.
Intended Audience: Healthy Lifestyles Staff
Prerequisite(s):
18 Years of Age
Before the course, read YMCA Healthy Lifestyles Principles, fourth edition (0-7360-5576-2). Manuals are to be ordered from the YMCA Program Store (1-800-747-0089) prior to the start of the course.
Leadership Competencies Developed in this Training: Functional Expertise
Food will not be provided.
DATE TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration
CLOSE
09/16/2015 6:00PM – 10:00PM Bedford Stuyvesant YMCA Currently Open for 09/11/2015
FINANCE
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES
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enrollment in YUSA/LCDC* click here to register
*Registration WILL NOT be taken through CONNECT but through the Y USA/LCDC system. You can click on the link above or utilize the invitation link sent to you by your supervisor.
TRX Suspension Training Course
With the versatility of TRX Suspension Training® you’ll have a portable fitness solution to train clients in any
setting. You'll learn how to properly perform and cue foundational Suspension Training exercises as well as the
benefits and target muscles of the exercises. Learn modifications and progressions to adapt the exercises to
every fitness level. Upon completion of this course you will be able to: properly perform a variety of
Suspension Training exercises, progress and regress exercises for all fitness levels, adjust resistance and
stability for all exercises, cue and correct common faults, correctly set up and use the TRX Suspension Trainer.
Intended Audience: Healthy Lifestyles Staff
Prerequisite(s): None
Items to Bring: Work-out clothes
Leadership Competencies Developed in this Training: Communication Decision Making Functional Expertise
Food will not be provided, however there will be a lunch break.
DATE TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration
CLOSE
08/29/2015 9:00AM – 6:00PM Dodge YMCA Manual Registration: Please email
Caitlin Moonesar at
08/15/2015
TRX Functional Training Course Participants will learn to how to leverage TRX’s movement based training approach on the TRX Suspension
Trainer and Rip Trainer to teach Foundational Movements and progressions and then apply to a variety of
training equipment. Beyond Suspension Training and Rip Training, these other modalities may include:
Kettlebells, Medicine Balls, DVRT Ultimate Sandbags, Battling Ropes and Bands. Upon completion of this course
you will be able to: apply foundational movement methodology on the TRX Suspension Trainer and TRX, Rip
Trainer to better modify intensity for a variety of modalities, integrate advanced TRX coaching and cueing
techniques and lead pre-programmed, multimodality, circuit-based training workouts.
Intended Audience: Healthy Lifestyles Staff
Prerequisite(s):
Completion of TRX Suspension Training Course
Items to Bring: Work-out clothes and proof of prerequisites
Leadership Competencies Developed in this Training: Communication Decision Making Functional Expertise
Food will not be provided, however there will be a lunch break.
DATE TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration CLOSE
10/03/2015 9:00AM – 6:00PM Dodge YMCA Manual Registration: email
Caitlin Moonesar at
09/15/2015
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Mandatory Armatus™ Child Abuse Prevention Training This is a mandatory risk management training that aims to help us protect our clients from abuse and our
employees from false allegations. This course must to be completed by all employees within the first 30
days of employment. Completing this course is a condition of continued employment with the YMCA of
Greater New York. Go to www.PraesidiumInc.com and click ARMATUS Training, to logon and begin.
Intended Audience: All Staff of the YMCA of Greater New York within 30 days of employment.
Prerequisite: None
Leadership Competencies Developed in this Training: Values Relationships
Communication Decision Making
Self Development Emotional Maturity
Face-To-Face Child Abuse Prevention Training This is a mandatory, in-person training for all afterschool, summer camp, child watch, early childhood,
teen and youth sports staff. This course must to be completed within the first 90 days of employment
and annually thereafter. The training will educate and prepare staff to identify and handle potential child
abuse incidents. Participants will learn signs and symptoms of abuse and maltreatment, reporting
procedures, and tips to preventing allegations.
Speak with your supervisor, your branch Youth & Family Director or HR representative for information on
when this training will be offered at your Branch.
Intended Audience: Afterschool, Summer Camp, Child Watch, Early Childhood, Teen & Youth Sports Staff within the first 90 days of employment and annually thereafter.
Prerequisite: None
Leadership Competencies Developed in this Training:
Values Communication Self Development
Relationships Decision Making Emotional Maturity
Training Best Practices Do you want to facilitate a training at your Branch or improve on your facilitation skills? This interactive
training is designed for those interested in improving their skills in front of the training room. It is also a
prerequisite training for anyone interested in participating in a Training-of-Trainers workshop or being a part
of the Trainer Community. This training will guide participants through the preparation process, share best
practices and anecdotal tips for improving their skills in front of the room. Curriculum development will also
be discussed. Participants will walk away with a training plan, some thoughtful feedback and next steps
for creating a successful training experience for others.
Intended Audience: Trainer Candidates.
Prerequisite(s): None
Leadership Competencies Developed in this Training:
Community Communication Emotional Maturity Inclusion Developing Others Functional Expertise
Relationships Decision Making Influence Self Development
Food will not be provided.
DATE TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration CLOSED
09/16/2015 9:00AM – 1:00PM West Side YMCA Currently Open 09/11/2015
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Action Expresses Priorities: Investing in Your Personal Growth Are you an exempt or full time staff person who is interested in developing your career at the Y? Do you want
to determine what your next steps are to create a strategic and intentional professional development plan?
In this training, we will provide a framework for participants to evaluate and inform their balance of work and
professional development. Using the Cause-Driven Leader and 70/20/10 concepts, we will guide participants
through the vision we have for the future of this organization, and provide an opportunity for them to be a
part of shaping that vision and the shift in culture necessary to make that happen. Participants will walk away
understanding the Development Plan and the next steps necessary for personal and career growth.
Intended Audience: Exempt and/or Full Time Staff
Prerequisite: None
Leadership Competencies Developed in this Training:
Self Development Decision Making Influence Change Capacity Quality Results Developing Others
Food will not be provided.
DATE TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration CLOSED
08/18/2015 9:00AM – 1:00PM Association Office Currently Open 08/13/2015
09/15/2015 9:00AM – 1:00PM West Side YMCA Currently Open 09/10/2015
10/20/2015 9:00AM – 1:00PM Association Office Currently Open 10/15/2015
Human Resources Processes This training will review the lifecycle of an employee’s tenure at the YMCA and how to handle the various
human resource functions of their position. Participants will learn about pre-employment/volunteer screenings,
job postings, how to recruit the right candidate, handle new hire paperwork and make entries into
CONNECT:HR, as well as how to handle disciplinary actions, answer questions regarding benefits and how to
navigate eTime.
Intended Audience: Human Resources Coordinators; Business Managers
Prerequisite: None
Leadership Competencies Developed in this Training:
Communication Project Management Functional Expertise Decision Making Quality Results
Food will not be provided.
DATE TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration CLOSED
09/02/2015 –
09/03/2015*
9:00AM – 5:00PM Association Office Waitlist Only 08/28/2015
*2 Full days
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SPECIAL NOTICE:
Please note that IT trainings with less than eight enrollments will be cancelled 48 hours before the training. In
order to provide you with a comprehensive and engaging training, it is important that the classes are well
attended. We apologize for any inconvenience a cancellation may cause.
AS400 Member Management Basic Training Do you want to learn how to manage membership records through the AS400 database? AS400 Member
Management Basics is a hands-on training that provides instruction on association membership policies and
operations as well as all basic transactions completed at the membership desk. This includes membership,
program registration, guest pass transactions, group discounts and child care programs. Successful
graduates of this training receive certification numbers which grant them access to the AS400 system.
Program Staff, Please Note: The morning portion of the training will consist of content that is relevant to
both Membership and Program staff. At the end of the morning content Program Staff will be given their
AS400 credentials and be dismissed; receiving credit for the training in CONNECT. The afternoon content will
cover topics relevant to Membership.
Intended Audience: All New Program & Membership Staff Needing AS400 access
Prerequisite: None.
Leadership Competencies Developed in this Training:
Functional Expertise
Food will not be provided, however there will be a lunch break.
DATE TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration CLOSE
08/11/2015 9:30AM-4:00PM Association Office Currently Open 08/06/2015
08/25/2015 9:30AM-4:00PM Association Office Currently Open 08/20/2015
09/17/2015 9:30AM-4:00PM Association Office Currently Open 09/12/2015
09/22/2015 9:30AM-4:00PM Association Office Currently Open 09/17/2015
10/13/2015 9:30AM-4:00PM Association Office Currently Open 10/08/2015
10/27/2015 9:30AM-4:00PM Association Office Currently Open 10/22/2015
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Check Out Our Webinars
Discover the benefits of our online webinar courses available on YNET!
Simple and flexible: Online instruction allows you to participate at a time and for a duration that suits your schedule right from your PC.
Ongoing access to resources: If you need a refresher, you continue to have access to the online content and resources to brush up on what you have learned.
Better retention: Online instruction can prove to be a richer and more effective learning experience than traditional methods because you have the ability to instantly pause, rewind and review the training content as many times as needed.
New online webinar courses available on YNET!
Resolving Requisition Problems – Invoices on Hold (11 minutes) Introduction to Business Analytics (18 minutes)
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MEMBERSHIP
CONNECT Financials - Requisitions & Receiving
Are you responsible for making requisitions in your Branch or Department? This training is mandatory for
those who will purchase goods and services for the YMCA. Participants will learn how to perform basic
business functions in the CONNECT System. Skills learned will include how to enter requisitions and receive
goods and services.
Intended Audience: Staff Responsible for Purchasing
Prerequisite: None
Leadership Competencies Developed in this Training:
Functional Expertise
Food will not be provided.
DATE TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration CLOSE
08/20/2015 9:30AM-12:30PM Association Office Currently Open 08/15/2015
09/18/2015 1:30PM-4:30PM Association Office Currently Open 09/13/2015
Creating Raves: Service + Hospitality Do you know that the YMCA of Greater New York is committed to consistently providing excellent service and
caring hospitality to all of our constituents including staff, members, guests and program participants? As a
result of that commitment, we are offering this learning opportunity for direct service staff to introduce the
philosophy and behaviors of the powerful combination of service and hospitality. This training will: 1. Introduce
the philosophy and language of Hospitality 2. Provide opportunities for staff to practice Hospitality Behaviors
and 3. Explore the powerful combination of excellent service and caring hospitality. Facilitated by HQ, the
learning and consulting company of restaurateur Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG), and
supported by the Staff Development team, this will be an interactive, inspirational, informative and important
experience for all.
Intended Audience: Direct Service Staff
Leadership Competencies Developed in this Training: Relationships Communication
Decision Making Functional Expertise
Food will not be provided.
DATE TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration CLOSE
08/19/2015 9:30AM-12:30PM Association Office Currently Open 08/14/2015
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Teen Conference The 2015/2016 Teen Conference will be held on September 14-18, 2015 at Gramercy Arts High School at the
Washington Irving High School, located at 40 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003.
Below is a brief daily agenda. Further details with course descriptions will be included in the conference flyer
being distributed to the Teen Cabinet in August.
Teen Staff Conference Part 1 – Full Day Date: Monday, 9/14/15 9AM – 5PM Location: Gramercy Arts High School on the Washington Irving Campus. 40 Irving Place, NYC, NY 10003 Audience: All Teen Advisors, Coordinators and Directors Attendance is mandatory Teen Staff Conference Part 2 – Full Day Date: Tuesday, 9/15/15 9AM – 5PM Location: Gramercy Arts High School on the Washington Irving Campus. 40 Irving Place, NYC, NY 10003 Audience: All Teen Advisors, Coordinators and Directors Attendance is mandatory Y Scholars Training – Full Day Date: Wednesday, 9/16/15 9AM – 5PM Location: Westside YMCA, 5 West 63rd Street, New York, NY 10023 Audience: Y Scholars Staff, Middle School and High School Attendance is mandatory Core Programs Training – Full Day Date: Thursday, 9/17/15 9AM – 5PM Location: Westside YMCA, 5 West 63rd Street, New York, NY 10023 Audience: Leaders Club, TTC, Teen Center, and YG Staff, Middle School and High School Attendance is mandatory Teen Leadership Staff Training – Half Day Date: Thursday, 9/17/15 9AM – 2PM Location: Westside YMCA, 5 West 63rd Street, New York, NY 10023 Audience: Teen Directors, Teen Coordinators, Middle School After School Directors, Teen Site Directors Attendance is optional
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Y EXCHANGE
YMCA of the USA
All YMCA of Greater NY employees can register a personal YMCA account on Y-USA’s www.yexchange.org. Using
this you will be able to review your national training transcript and program certifications. Here’s what it looks like
once you’ve registered...
FURTHER ACCESS FOR YGNY EMPLOYEES
Further access to Y-USA’s Y Exchange website is granted by the YMCA of Greater NY’s IT department.
All employees of our Association will be granted further access to Y-USA’s Y Exchange by selecting the
‘Request Access to Exchange’ link from his or her personal YMCA Account.
Further access includes:
Brand Resource Center – follow instructions to request access
Property Development Online Planning Tools – login is ymca/9622
Y-USA Grant System – follow instructions to register or enter login
Risk Management Online Training – must sign into www.yexchange.org first to be authenticated
NON-EMPLOYEE ACCESS TO Y-USA’S YEXCHANGE.ORG
Program and policy volunteers, vendors, and consultants of the YMCA of Greater NY are not granted access to Y-
USA’s www.yexchange.org. The public, including Y members, former staff members and vendors doing business
with the Y, should Y-USA’s www.ymca.net to learn more about the Y.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
It’s important to know that the YMCA of Greater NY has its own training tracking software called CONNECT.
Employees may need to log into both their YMCA Account on Y-USA’s www.yexchange.org and YMCA of Greater
New York Learner Self Service on CONNECT (www.ymcanyc.org/selfservice) in order to review both transcripts for
completeness and accuracy.
For log on assistance with www.yexchange.org, please call (800) 872-9622.
For log on assistance with CONNECT (www.ymcanyc.org/selfservice), please call (877) 962-2349.
YMCA of the USA
LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATION:
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Leadership Certification is a credentialing process specific to the YMCA. Leadership Certification is based on
the Leadership Competency Model and is a way for you to build the leadership skills, abilities and knowledge
to succeed in the Y. This At-A-Glance provides the basic requirements needed. For details on the
certification, courses and test/assessment view the Leadership Certification Handbook on Y Exchange
(www.yexchange.org) Email questions to [email protected].
Key concepts regarding the levels of certification:
Each level of certification has distinct requirements, including formal training courses, electives, pre-
requisites, and a certification test based on leadership competencies.
It is recommended that each level take approximately 2-3 years to complete in order to effectively
develop the competencies at each level.
Staff members want to pursue the certification level that is related to their current role. Please see the
description of the leadership levels below to determine which certification is the best for you to pursue.
DESCRIPTIONS OF LEADERSHIP LEVELS
Leadership Certification Offered:
YMCA LEADER
None - Program & Membership Trainings are offered to support development at this level
Description:
Any staff member without supervisory responsibilities performing a direct service to members; an individual
contributor.
Leadership Certification Offered:
YMCA Team Leader Certification
Description:
YMCA TEAM LEADER
Any staff member performing supervisory duties with direct reports.
Any staff member who regularly leads a team of staff or volunteers without direct supervisory responsibility.
Any staff member, with or without staff supervisory responsibility, who regularly leads a process, project or
function with significant scope and potential impact.
YMCA MULTI-TEAM or BRANCH LEADER
Leadership Certification Offered:
YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader Certification
Description:
Any staff member managing multiple team leaders/supervisors representing multiple departments.
Any staff member who regularly leads multiple teams of staff or volunteers without direct supervisory
responsibility.
Any staff member who provides tactical and operational leadership to multiple departments within a YMCA
branch or association corporate office.
Any staff member, with or without staff supervisory responsibilities, who regularly leads multiple processes,
projects or functions with significant scope and potential impact.
YMCA ORGANIZATIONAL LEADER
Leadership Certification Offered:
YMCA Organizational Leader Certification
Description:
Staff members who provide strategic and visionary leadership to the organization.
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YMCA Team Leader Certification
The YMCA Team Leader Certification is designed to help prepare staff members as they transition into
team leadership responsibilities.
The primary focus of the YMCA Team Leader Certification is to inspire and motivate staff toward a career in
the YMCA; provide knowledge of YMCA history and mission imperatives; and provide foundational knowledge
of the following leadership competencies at the Team Leader level: Commitment to YMCA Mission; Member,
Community and Movement Driven; Commitment to Inclusion; Volunteer Driven; Commitment to
Development; Relationship Building Skills; Innovation; and Financial Skills.
The requirements for Certification are:
Principles and Practices Introduction to Volunteerism
Introduction to Leading Others Introduction to Fiscal Management Online Leadership Competency Assessment Team Leader Certification Test*
Submit Application
*This link will become accessible to you only when you have completed the first 5 requirements
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General Track OR Executive Preparatory Track OR New Branch Executive Team Leader
Certification
Project Management Annual Community
Support Campaign
Leading and
Coaching Others Advanced Fiscal
Management
5 Elective Credits Multi-Team or
Branch Leader
Certification Test* Submit Application
Team Leader Certification Executive Preparatory
Institute
Annual Community Support
Campaign
Advanced Fiscal Management
2 Elective Credits Multi-Team or Branch Leader
Certification Assessment* Submit Application
Team Leader Certification New Branch Executive Institute Executive Fundraising
Multi-Team or Branch Leader
Assessment* Submit Application
YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader Certification
The YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader Certification is designed to prepare staff members as they
transition into multi-team leadership or branch leadership roles. There are two tracks to choose from:
Track 1 provides foundational knowledge of select leadership competencies at the Multi-Team or Branch
Leader level.
Track 2 provides knowledge of select leadership competencies at the Multi-Team or Branch Leader level
specific to new branch executive directors who are in their first 1-2 years as a branch executive director and
who are selected through an application process.
The requirements for Certification are (choose one track):
*This link will become accessible to you only when you have completed the first 5 requirements
A Bridge Program is available for those who begin their career at the Y at this level.
General Recertification Requirements
The YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader Certification and the Organizational Leader
Certification must be recertified every 5 years through completing one hundred and sixty (160)
Leadership Competency Credits (LCC’s) and completing the Online Leadership Competency Self-
Assessment. Forty (40) of the one hundred and sixty (160) must be earned by attending Y-USA
courses, events, workshops or leadership roles.
Please note: You may earn more than 160 LCC’s in a Recertification Cycle. Credit earned above the 160 required LCC’s for certification may not be carried over to the next Recertification Cycle.
The Recertification requirement also applies to those who earned the Professional Director and
Senior Director Certifications and whose certifications have been converted to the Multi -Team or
Branch Leader Certification and the Organizational Leader Certification.
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YMCA Organizational Leader Certification
The YMCA Organizational Leader Certification is designed to prepare staff members for organizational
leadership roles. There are two tracks to choose from:
Track 1 provides foundational knowledge of select leadership competencies at the Organizational Leader
level.
Track 2 provides knowledge of select leadership competencies at the Organizational Leader level specific to
individuals who are preparing for or who have just entered Organizational Leadership roles and who are
selected through an application process.
The requirements for Certification are (choose one track):
General Track OR Organizational Leadership Forum Multi-Team or Branch Leader Certification Leading Change Two elective courses Bachelor’s Degree Capstone Submit Application
Multi-Team or Branch Leader Certification Organizational Leadership Forum Bachelor’s Degree Capstone Submit Application
A Bridge Program is available for those who begin their career at the Y at this level.
General Recertification Requirements
The YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader Certification and the Organizational Leader
Certification must be recertified every 5 years through completing one hundred and sixty (160)
Leadership Competency Credits (LCC’s) and completing the Online Leadership Competency Self-
Assessment. Forty (40) of the one hundred and sixty (160) must be earned by attending Y-USA
courses, events, workshops or leadership roles.
Please note: You may earn more than 160 LCC’s in a Recertification Cycle. Credit earned above the 160 required LCC’s for certification may not be carried over to the next Recertification Cycle.
The Recertification requirement also applies to those who earned the Professional Director and
Senior Director Certifications and whose certifications have been converted to the Multi-Team or
Branch Leader Certification and the Organizational Leader Certification.
Continuing Education:
Continuing Education is required for the YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader Certification and the
YMCA Organizational Leader Certification. A variety of activities count for Continuing Education Credits
including formal courses, graduate degrees, conference workshops, seminars, teaching and facilitating,
writing, participating in AYP learning circles, and serving in leadership roles. For more information on
Continuing Education, see the YMCA Leadership Certification Continuing Education document in the Training
& Leadership Development section on Y Exchange (www.yexchange.org).
YMCA Leadership Competency Model - Levels of Leadership
To more fully understand the levels of leadership in the YMCA Leadership Competency Model, refer to the
chart on Page 10. Job titles vary from YMCA to YMCA, and similar titles may have very different
responsibilities among YMCAs across the country. For more information on the YMCA Leadership Competency
Model, refer to the Training & Leadership Development section on Y Exchange.
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RECERTIFICATION PROCESS:
Leadership Recertification At-A-Glance
Recertification is required to maintain YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader Certification and the YMCA Organizational Leader Certification. The Recertification requirement applies to those who obtain the new Leadership Certification and those who previously earned the Professional Director and Senior Director
Certifications. This at-a-glance lists the requirements for recertification. For full details about Leadership Recertification including appendices that outline the estimated costs of the Leadership Certification and information on online degree collaborations, view the Leadership Certification Handbook on Y Exchange (www.yexchange.org). Questions? E-mail [email protected].
Requirements
One hundred and sixty (160) Leadership Competency Credits (LCC’s) every 5 years; and completion of the Online
Leadership Competency Assessment. Forty (40) of the one hundred and sixty (160) must be earned by attending
Y-YSA courses, events, workshops or leadership roles.
Please note: you may earn more than 160 LCC’s in a Recertification Cycle. Credit earned above the 160 required LCC’s for certification may not be carried over to the next Recertification cycle.
The Recertification requirement also applies to those who earned the Professional Director and Senior
Director Certifications and whose certifications have been converted to the Multi-Team or Branch Leader
Certification and the Organizational Leader Certification
Leadership Competency Credits can be earned in a variety of ways including attending courses, teaching and
presenting, and on-the-job experiences. There are five categories of eligible activities for recertification:
1. Project 64 credit maximum per Recertification Cycle
2. Leadership Role 40 credits maximum per Recertification Cycle
Board member, committee member, mentor, coach
3. Instruction 40 credit maximum per Recertification Cycle
Teaching Y-USA courses, formal presentation at a conference
4. Research and Publishing
5. Continuing Education
40 credit maximum per Recertification Cycle – additional credit given for
authoring a book
Articles, books, manuals, journal on leadership development related
Topics
40 credit minimum, 160 credit maximum per Recertification Cycle
Master's and doctorate degrees, formal trainings, workshops, conferences
Credit Calculation
1/2 day (2-4 hours ) = 4 credits 1 day (5-8 hours) = 8 credit
1.5 days (9-12 hours) = 12 credits
Credits are recorded in two ways:
National Courses taken or taught will be recorded on your training transcript and counted towards recertification.
Other activities must be entered into the online
Recertification Tool
2 days (16 hours) or more = 16 credits
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RECERTIFICATION PROCESS:
Submitting Credits for Recertification
Submission of Recertification Credits will be done through the LCDC (https://lcdc.yexchange.org) • You may submit Leadership Competency Credits for Recertification at any time during the 5-year
Recertification Cycle • Keep track of progress towards the 160 Leadership Competency Credits needed for Recertification
TO BEGIN ENTERING LEADERSHIP COMPETENCY CREDITS FOR RECERTIFICATION: To input credits, log in to LCDC (https://lcdc.yexchange.org) and follow the instructions below: 1. Navigate to My Records 2. Click on Online Applications and Uploads. 3. Select Submit Renewal/Recertification Credits
4. Select Certification Category – Leadership Certification 5. Select Certification that activity applies towards 6. Select Renewal/Recertification activity category
7. Select Renewal/Recertification activity subcategory 8. Input responses for information about the activity (will vary depending on category and subcategory) 9. Click Submit
AUDITING To maintain the integrity of the recertification process the Y-USA will randomly audit recertification submissions. It is not necessary to submit supporting documentation when applying for recertification unless it is specifically stated to do so (for example, with masters or doctorate degrees and with projects). However, if you are chosen for audit you will be asked to submit supporting documentation. You should therefore maintain documentation of the activities you submitted for credit until you receive confirmation of your credits from Y-USA.
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YMCA OF THE USA’S TRAINING SCHEDULE AND REGIONAL TRAINING
EVENTS Log on to www.yexchange.org. On the left side under the My Career section, choose “Learning &
Career Development Center (LCDC)”. On this page you can enter the search criteria in the “Search & Register For Classes” section.
Scheduled certification trainings can be searched by zip code, course title and program area, giving you
up- to-the-minute information on the training closest to you.
ACCESS YOUR YMCA TRANSCRIPT: You can obtain your official transcript when you log on to www.yexchange.org.
How to access the Leadership Competency Assessment:
1. Go to www.yexchange.org and log into your account. If you have not set up an account on yexchange, then follow instructions to set up your personal account.
2. Once you are at the homepage, click on “YMCA Transcript” under the MY CAREER section on the left
side of the page.
UPDATE YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS WITH THE YMCA OF THE USA: All YMCA of the USA certifications will now be sent to you via email. It’s a good idea to make sure
your email address is current in their database. To update your email address, log on to
www.yexchange.org and click “My Profile” on the top right corner of the page. Then choose “Edit My
Profile” to make the necessary changes.
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YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCY SELF-ASSESSMENT:
The Leadership Competency Assessment is now available on the Y Exchange.
This assessment has been designed to provide feedback about your strengths and development
opportunities as they relate to the 18 Leadership Competencies.
Knowing your leadership competency strengths and development opportunities can assist with your Y career
planning. Assessment Results provide a foundation for creating a written Development Plan and discussing
your career goals with a trusted advisor or coach.
Here are the instructions for how to access the Leadership Competency Assessement.
How to access the Leadership Competency Assessment: 1. Go to www.yexchange.org and log into your account. If you have not set up an account on yexchange,
then follow instructions to set up your personal account.
2. Once you are at the homepage, click on the “Leadership Development” tab and then on the
“Learning & Career Development Center” link.
3. Click on the “Leadership Competency Resources” link on the left side of the page under the “Leadership Development Approach” heading.
4. On the “Leadership Competency Resources” page scroll down to “Individual Leadership
Competency Assessment and select the “Go to Online Assessment Tool” link.
5. If you receive this security message, click on the yellow banner where it says “Click here for more
options.” A drop down menu will appear, choose the “Display blocked content” option.
6. Click on the “Take the Assessment” tab. Then click on “Start New Assessment.”
7. In the pop up box titled, “PayPal Payment” click on “Submit Payment to PayPal” at the bottom.
8. You can now complete your Leadership Competency Self-Assessment. Please be sure to take the
assessment at the leadership level that corresponds with your current role. (A breakdown of the leadership levels in on page 2 of your Leadership Competency Development Guide.)
9. The next business day, the results of your assessment will be available
How to access your Leadership Competency Assessment results:
1. The next business day, go to www.yexchange.org and log into your account.
2. Once you are at the homepage, click on “My Learning”, “Tests & Assessments”, click on the
assessment you took, click on “Go to Leadership Competency Assessment - (level of assessement
you took)”, click “Results” tab.
Questions? Please feel free to reach out to the Staff Development team if you have any questions or
need additional information.
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Y-USA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCY MODULES:
Introduction to Leading Others Having successful leaders at the YMCA is critical to the overall success of YMCAs. Introduction to Leading
Others is a two-day course that focuses on what it takes for team leaders with just a few years of experience
to be successful. The course includes “how-to” topics for day-to-day tasks to higher level strategies for
coaching and effectively leading staff. Topics include: Behavioral Interviewing, Essential Employment Laws,
Coaching, Delegating, Your role as a YMCA Leader, and How Leaders make an Impact. This is a Y of the
USA training.
Intended Audience: Staff with Supervision responsibility or staff without supervision responsibility who provide leadership to a department at a Branch.
Prerequisite(s):
Completion of Y-USA’s Introduction to Leading Others: Interviewing Guide E-Learning
Leadership Competencies Developed in this Training:
Decision Making
Finance Self Development
Functional Expertise
Food will not be provided, however there will be a lunch break.
DATE TIME LOCATION Registration OPEN Registration CLOSE
11/12/2015 to
11/13/2015*
9:00AM-5:00PM Association Office *Waitlist Only 11/04/2015
*2 Full Days
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Principles & Practices:
Principles & Practices (P&P) is a core YMCA training program designed to inspire, educate and motivate
YMCA professionals to become cause-driven leaders. The training encourages a deeper commitment to the
mission and the movement by increasing participants' understanding of the YMCA organizational culture and
by providing opportunities for networking and individual growth. Completion of this program is a requirement
for YUSA's Team Leadership Certification.
The cost to attend P&P is $725. Spaces are limited and fill extremely quickly, so talk to your supervisor so
you can register early.
This is a signature training program for new entrants in their first one to three years of full-time employment
with a focus on what makes the YMCA unique.
Focus Areas
YMCA History & Heritage Diversity & Inclusion Relationship Building &
Our Mission & Values Personal & Career
Development Networking
Leadership Competencies Developed in this Training:
Values Community Communication
Inclusion Volunteerism Innovation
Upcoming P&P 2015 Dates
P&P LOCATION DATE
Philadelphia, PA 08/11/2015
San Diego, CA 08/25/2015
Boston, MA 09/15/2015
Atlanta, GA 09/29/2015
Louisville, KY 10/13/2015
Kansas City, MO 10/27/2015
Jacksonville, FL 11/10/2015
Black Mountain, NC 12/08/2015
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EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES FOR ADULT
IMMIGRANTS & REFUGEES (ELESAIR) Starting out as a small English language program operating within the International YMCA, it has become
one of the city's largest community-based Adult Literacy programs. ELESAIR is now a one-stop assistance
center where immigrant adults with little means and limited English skills can obtain the full range of
services - instructional, vocational, placement and support - so essential to their prospects as New Yorkers.
The YMCA of Greater New York offers free ESL, ABE, GED Preparation, Citizenship classes and other services,
accepting participants on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please Note: Registration will NOT be taken through CONNECT.
For more information or for the next schedule please visit www.ymcaelesair.org
Or contact: Lien Phamly-Setang, 212-627-2972, Old Guadalupe Church, 229 W. 14th St. NY, NY 10011
For more information on ELESAIR, please contact: Lorna Blancaflor, Program Coordinator at
212-875-4345 or [email protected].
NEW AMERICANS WELCOME CENTERS (NAWC) The YMCA of Greater New York is committed to serving the immigrant population of New York City, and, in
response to their needs, has opened six New Americans Welcome Centers to help immigrants achieve literacy,
cultural competence, and self-sufficiency. The goal of the YMCA is to be recognized by every New American
as a “safe haven” that provides multilingual information, resources and referrals and a wide range of services
(instructional, vocational, recreational, and family support) that will help them attain their goals. The New
Americans Welcome Centers are located in Chinatown, Harlem, Bronx, Park Slope, North Shore and Flushing.
Instructional services include English as a Second Language, Cultural Orientation, Citizenship Preparation,
Job Readiness, and Computer Literacy. In addition, some of our Centers offer Adult Literacy and GED
preparation classes as well as Substance Abuse and Alcohol Prevention Counseling. For more information or
for the upcoming schedules, please visit: www.ymcanewamericans.org.