Who Should Attend:
Operations foremen, either as part of a temporary rotation or as a function of a full-time role.
Overview:
The Foreman Leadership Certificate Program is a highly interactive program designed to support the development of skills needed to lead operations crews in the electric utility industry. Activities, both inside and outside, reinforce learning and provide opportunities to practice and develop skills. The activities also keep the participants engaged and energized during the long program days. The program consists of two two-and-a-half-day sessions; the sessions can be taken two to 12 months apart but should be taken in order.
What do others need from me as a leader? On day one, participants share their experiences since the last session, get acquainted with colleagues in small groups and relate some of their own experiences back to the entire class. An outdoor activity will help recap the key factors and values needed to be a successful foreman. The rest of the day will focus on communication and developing skills to listen, understand, and respond to the intended message. A tailboard activity will utilize all the skills learned during day one. Day two continues with the communication theme utilizing a mini communications assessment tool. The focus will be on the larger utility and communicating up and with community members and/or internal customers. A talk with a local utility leader will help bring a real-life touch to this topic. Scenarios and activities will be included to support learning. How you make decisions, and take action, is impacted by the situation. A mini module on leading, based on the situation, and the needs of the team member, will be introduced here. This will include an activity that will vary based on location. Be prepared to go outside! Day three will focus on decision-making, change, and working with different generations in the workforce. This industry is evolving so quickly that recognizing the stress that comes from change and having some tools to manage it is key. We will recap the entire program and ensure participants clarify a tool they can use immediately.
“People learn nothing when they’re asleep, and very little when they’re bored," John Cleese.
Instructor:
Elaine Dixon, EDM Learning
Schedule:
Registration will begin at 8 a.m. Pacific Time day one; the class will run 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. the first two days and from 8:30 a.m.-noon the third day. Breakfast will be provided each day and lunch will be provided the first two days.
Location and Hotel Information:
Best Western Plus GranTree Inn
1325 N. Seventh Ave.
Bozeman, Montana 59715
(406) 587-5261
Room Rate: $189
Please book your room as soon as possible, but no later than April 14, 2025 to secure the above rate.
Fees:
Utility Member Early Bird (ends 4/6/2025): $1,520
Utility Member Standard: $1,595
Associate Member Early Bird (ends 4/6/2025): $2,280
Associate Member Standard: $2,355
Non-Member Early Bird (ends 4/6/2025): $3,040
Non-Member Standard: $3,115
Canadian utility members, please contact registration@nwppa.org for pricing and to register.
Note: Organizations that register a group of employees will receive every fifth registration for free. For example, if you register five employees, you only pay for four; register 10 employees, you only pay for eight; and so on. There is nothing additional you need to do to receive this discount.
Cancellation Policy:
For in-person events: cancellation at least 30 days prior to the event will receive a full refund; within 15-29 days there will be a $100 fee; and within 1-14 days or no show the charge will be 100% of the registration fee.
When possible, please send a substitute instead of canceling; NWPPA does not charge a fee for substitutions. To request a refund, please contact us at registration@nwppa.org or (360) 254-0109.
Continuing Hours:
This course qualifies for 15 continuing hours. Certificates are issued upon full completion of the course.