The School for Workers is excited to introduce online steward training! For situations where traditional training is not feasible (schedule conflicts, shift work, etc.), there is now a way to get the basic information needed by new stewards.
Just wanted to let you know that I have completed the online steward training. Loved it cause it does get you to understand what to expect, and now I won't feel intimidated. And I know I can count on my union to help me out when I need it and get to know as many of the union members as I can. I am excited about becoming a Union Steward. Thanks so much for this program. Patricia Crissinger, AFSCME
- Course Description & Fee
- Registration
- Course Policies & Live Demonstration
- Minimum computer system requirements
- Troubleshooting FAQ's
Topics covered in the class include:
- Basic responsibilities of the steward
- Rights of the steward
- Explaining what the union does and why it matters
- How to introduce new members to your union
- Understanding your contract and processing grievances
- Rallying the members around bargaining and other issues
- Providing good faith representation for everyone
It is estimated that the course can be completed in 8-10 hours.
Upon completion of the course, you will be asked to complete a brief online survey about your experience. Once finished, you will be issued your certificate of completion and awarded 1 continuing education unit (CEU) from the University of Wisconsin-Extension.
Course Fee: $50.00
Register online on our secure site REGISTRATION FORM -- or -- print & mail or fax
Fax: the form with credit card information to 608-265-2391
Mail: the registration form along with a check payable to UW-Extension or credit card information to: School for Workers, 610 Langdon St, Rm 422, Madison, WI 53703
A registration confirmation will be sent when your registration form and payment are received.
Course policies & Live Demonstration:
Students have six months to complete the course from the date of the confirmation email that provided the login information.
Online courses are not for everyone. To get a feel for how this course works, we encourage you to try a live demonstration. To do this:
- Direct your web browser to http://www.stewardtraining.com
- Enter the login ID: student@unionist.com
- Enter the password: unionpower
This demo allows you to tour the first two sections of the actual course -- so you know exactly what to expect.
Note: The Steward Forum feature is not available.
Cancellation policy: Due to the nature of this program, registration fees are non-refundable once you have started the course. You may not defer or transfer your fees to anyone else.
Minimum computer system requirements:
This online course is not computer resource intensive and will run on virtually any computer, if the following criteria are met:
• 56k modem or faster connection to the Internet
• Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or later (or equivalent, such as Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari)
• Macromedia Flash plug-in installed
Since the course loads in its own dedicated browser window, you must disable popup blockers to take the course.
If you need help, we provide a Troubleshooting FAQ and if you are still having trouble, you can contact School for Workers staff at schoolforworkers@uwex.edu or 608-262-2112.
