New Training for All Employees – Inclusion at Sheridan: Human Rights, AODA and the Sheridan Workplace

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Sheridan’s AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) journey began in 2010 with the introduction of the Customer Service Standard Training. The subsequent three years have brought many other exciting initiatives surrounding issues of accessibility and inclusion within our community. Through this work we have been recognized as leaders in AODA initiatives by both our peers and the Accessibility Directorate of Ontario.

While there are many successes to celebrate, this work is a continual learning process and we are pleased to announce today our next step towards becoming an increasingly inclusive community. On April 14 all employees were enrolled in our new training, Inclusion at Sheridan: Human Rights, AODA and the Sheridan Workplace. This training will help employees understand our shared responsibilities to the Ontario Human Rights Code and the AODA legislation and will supplement the Accessible Customer Service Training.

Also included in this training is important information about Sheridan’s new policy for employees requesting an accommodation. The Employee Accommodation Policy details how Sheridan responds to employee accommodation requests when based on any ground of the Ontario Human Rights Code.

All existing full and part-time employees were enrolled in the training in SLATE on Monday, April 14 with the expectation that training will be completed by May 12, 2014. The training should take no longer than 25 minutes and will provide an in depth look at some of the human rights and accessibility issues arising within our community and the many processes and supports Sheridan has in place to resolve them.

Next Steps:

1.      Locating the Training:

To take this training, please follow the link below that will take you to the SLATE On line Learning Management System, or you can access the SLATE system via the Sheridan Homepage.

https://slate.sheridancollege.ca/

System Requirements:

Note: While you are in the training if the window appears to be cut off at the bottom, please reduce the zoom on your browser. Select “Page” > Zoom> and chose a lower percentage amount.

Important: If you receive warnings during the process, please choose the option to proceed.  If you receive errors that prevent you from proceeding, please contact the Helpdesk. (helpdesk@sheridanc.on.ca)

2.      Logging In:

To begin the training you need to log in using your current Sheridan Employee User Name and existing password. If you have misplaced your password, please contact the Helpdesk at ext 2150.  If you have not been issued an employee userid and password please speak with your manager, as the Helpdesk will need to create one and send you the details separately.

For more help go to: “How to Log in to SLATE” for assistance
http://it.sheridaninstitute.ca/slate/staff/training/Resource_Reference_slatelogin.pdf

3.      Completing the Training:

Step 1:  Once you have entered SLATE, click on the PD4030 – Inclusion At Sheridan in your course list.

If you are not able to see the course in your course list please use the search function in SLATE to locate the course. At the top of the webpage click on “select a course” and type in the course code PD4030, and click on the blue course that appears.

Step 2:  Throughout the module you will be required to take 2 quizzes and a final assessment to complete this training.  The first two quizzes require you to answer two short questions, once submitted this will release more content to continue the module. You are required to complete the final assessment with a score of 7/10 or higher in order for the College records to indicate that you have successfully completed this training. If you are unsuccessful, you must re-take the assessment until you achieve that score.  You may revisit the module at any time.

4.  See Your Results:

You will be able to see the results of your training status 24 hrs after completion in your employee record by logging onto AccessSheridan click on PeopleSoft SA/HR > Self Service > Learning and Development > Training Summary. Internal Sheridan training courses will be listed with course completion status.

5.      Help With Training:

Experiencing technical difficulties?  Contact the Helpdesk: helpdesk@sheridancollege.ca
Have questions about the content of the training?  Contact training@sheridancollege.ca

Accessibility inquiries?  Contact accessibility@sheridancollege.ca

Require assistance with the assessment?  Contact accessibility@sheridancollege.ca

Thank you for your support,

Amanda Pike

Director, Centre for Organizational & Professional Development