Description :

The Northwest Public Works Institute (NWPWI) is a program of instruction for public works executives who would like to attain a higher degree of proficiency as leaders and managers. While it is recommended that students take all three courses leading to a Certificate of Competency, the individual courses also satisfy the needs of public works professionals at different stages in their career.  Each of the three courses consists of 30 hours of instruction over a four day period.  Completion of all 90 hours is recognized with a Certificate of Completion awarded by the Northwest Public Works Institute and National APWA. More about NWPWI. 

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Developing Leaders: July 26 - 29, 2022

We've finally been able to reschedule the Developing Leaders Class that fell victim to COVID Shut Downs. There are a few spaces still available. Vaccines will be required, and based on the status of the virus at the time of class, rapid test might be given at the door (provided by NWPWI).

NWPWI Developing Leaders Overview:

Students will learn the foundational knowledge for effective leadership. Participation in previous workshops is not required.

The class includes lectures, case studies, and exercises covering the following topics:

• Effective leadership styles
• Team dynamics
• Problem solving and decision making
• Organizational behavior
• Meeting management
• Communications
• Conflict management customer service
• Interviewing skills
• Developing a safety culture
• Ethics
• Career strategies and action planning

The class will culminate with a final class project.