Accredited professional development programs designed for government employees at all career levels. Select in-person training in Washington, DC or live online courses taught by experienced instructors.
Gain the knowledge, skills, and abilities classifiers need to do their work successfully. The focus of this course is on helping participants develop competence in applying various classification standards. It also provides participants with exposure to other topics important to federal classification programs, such as writing position descriptions and the Fair Labor Standards Act.
This course provides federal HR professionals with a foundational understanding of federal staffing and placement laws, regulations, and processes, from recruitment through merit promotion and in-service placement.
Learn to accurately prepare, process, and approve federal personnel actions using the Guide to Processing Personnel Actions, including SF-52 and SF-50 forms.
This course teaches HR practitioners how to evaluate federal job applicants by applying OPM's Qualification Standards, including eligibility, minimum qualifications, and specialized experience requirements.
This bootcamp provides HR practitioners with the knowledge to advise employees on federal benefits, including health insurance, retirement systems, and the Thrift Savings Plan.
This course provides federal personnel with the knowledge to set and administer pay for General Schedule (GS) employees, covering a wide range of pay-setting rules and scenarios.
This six-month program is designed to prepare employees at the GS 7-11 levels for management and leadership positions. The program theme is "Leading Self." The program objectives are to give motivated individuals the confidence and training they need to set and meet personal and professional goals, expand their network, and broaden their experience.
This 12-month competency-based leadership development program provides training and developmental experiences for high-potential executives at the GS 13-15 levels or equivalent.
Develop essential leadership skills to resolve conflict and build stronger, more effective teams.
Build foundational supervisory skills aligned with OPM’s Federal Supervisory Training Framework, focusing on leadership, communication, and conflict management.
Prepare to lead teams through change by understanding reactions, navigating resistance, and using a structured six-step approach to support adaptation and growth.
Build leadership skills to guide teams through change, foster collaboration, and drive results. Best suited for federal professionals stepping into leadership roles.
Master AI technologies for business, marketing, design, data analytics, and more in this cutting-edge certificate program. In this program, you'll learn how to optimize Excel workflows, create stunning video content, create captivating graphics, analyze data efficiently, boost workplace productivity, and more with the power of generative AI.
Learn Python, SQL, automation, and machine learning to become a Data Scientist. Gain Python programming, data analysis, SQL querying, and predictive modeling skills. Perfect for beginners, this program prepares you for entry-level data science and Python engineering roles. Unlock high-paying job opportunities in the field of data science.
Transform your skills with ChatGPT in this hands-on program. Gain practical skills to leverage AI for many of your daily tasks, transforming how you work across communication (email, meetings, and chat), writing, data analysis, decision-making, and more. You'll start by learning prompt engineering with ChatGPT, then advance to customizing workflows, using advanced research tools, and exploring voice and image capabilities with ChatGPT’s latest features.
As AI tools become more common in government environments, knowing how to communicate clearly and responsibly with AI systems is an essential skill. This course equips participants with foundational prompt engineering techniques that help improve productivity, enhance clarity, and reduce risk when using AI to support government work.
Use AI tools to analyze, draft, refine, and verify federal position classification work while applying human judgment, ethical safeguards, and OPM compliance standards throughout the process.
Learn how to incorporate AI in your marketing strategy with this in-depth course. Explore how to use AI-driven tools to help your SEO, SEM, social media marketing, analytics tracking, paid advertising, and more.
Learn to correctly interpret and apply federal appropriations law to the use of appropriated funds, using the GAO Red Book as the authoritative text.
Gain a foundational understanding of the federal budget process, including budget preparation, appropriation types, and performance measurement.
Build a strong foundation in federal accounting by mastering key concepts, financial management practices, and reporting standards.
Master the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) for temporary duty (TDY) travel, including allowances, reimbursements, and compliance for Department of Defense personnel.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of financial management principles, federal budgeting, and performance measurement.
Students will review current budget execution policy and guidance published in OMB’s Circular A-11; learn about the principles of purpose, time, and amount that govern how federal agencies can properly use appropriated funds, ensuring compliance with legal and budgetary constraints; and the relationship between performance plans/goals and operating budgets.
Develop the knowledge and skills required to effectively perform the responsibilities of a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
Enhance your skills as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) by mastering acquisition planning, contract management, and performance evaluation.
Gain a foundational understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and its application in federal procurement processes.
Learn how to execute streamlined procurement actions within federal simplified acquisition thresholds, including micro‑purchases and GSA schedules.
The FAC-P/PM Entry-Level certification provides a strong foundation in managing federal projects across acquisition, contracting, financial, and leadership disciplines. Designed for those with at least one year of project management experience within the last five years, it equips participants to plan, execute, and support projects that align with agency missions and federal standards.
Master the essentials of managing contracts post‑award, including monitoring performance, resolving issues, and ensuring compliance.
Explore the role of management analysts and gain foundational skills in data analysis, problem-solving, and presenting findings effectively.
Learn practical techniques to collect reliable primary data through observations, interviews, and surveys.
Learn structured analytical methods for decision-making, problem-solving, process modeling, and performance measurement in the federal workplace.
Master data analytics with hands-on training in Power BI, Excel, and SQL. You'll work on real-world projects to create dashboards, analyze data, and gain insights, preparing you for roles in business intelligence. No prior experience is required.
Become proficient in Microsoft Excel and go from beginner to pro with this hands-on bootcamp. Learn functions, Pivot Tables, macros, and time-saving techniques to conquer all the key skills needed to excel in Excel.
Unlock the power of Python for data-driven decision-making as you master Python programming fundamentals and dive into data analysis. Acquire essential skills to clean and manipulate data, create insightful visualizations, and perform statistical analysis, all through hands-on projects with real-world datasets.
Prepare for the PMP® certification exam with PMI-authorized training, expert instruction, and comprehensive exam preparation tools.
Build essential project management skills through hands-on training in planning, execution, and communication.
This one-day course introduces standardized project management principles and best practices, equipping you with practical tools to manage projects efficiently and confidently. Through small group discussions and case study exercises, you’ll learn how to apply foundational project management concepts, analyze project initiation components, evaluate risks, as well as manage project progress and closure effectively. Whether you're new to project management or looking to formalize your skills, this course will help you navigate key project challenges and improve your ability to deliver successful outcomes.
Build a solid foundation in standardized project management using PMI’s PMBOK Guide. Learn to plan, oversee, and close projects using practical tools and core performance domains.
Build the leadership skills that move you beyond managing tasks to leading people, so your project teams stay motivated, aligned, and productive even under real budget and deadline pressure.
A practical overview of how artificial intelligence can be utilized to positively impact project management success by demystifying artificial intelligence and providing practical steps for incorporating AI into project processes.
This course introduces new government auditors to the fundamentals of performance auditing, including standards, evidence collection, and reporting.
Enhance your audit effectiveness by mastering proven interviewing techniques through hands-on exercises and role-playing scenarios.
Build a strong foundation in performance auditing by mastering the principles, methodologies, and techniques outlined in Government Auditing Standards.
Develop the skills to write professional, clear, and compliant audit documents that align with Government Auditing Standards.
Master the skills to develop and present audit findings that effectively communicate results and support audit objectives.
Enhance your skills in managing and executing complex performance audits through hands-on case studies and advanced techniques.
I found this course intensive but very informative. The block-by-block instruction on the SF-52, along with the practical examples and updated materials, gave me a much better understanding of processing Federal personnel actions. The instructor was thorough, knowledgeable, and made the material easier to understand and apply.
I came in with zero classification knowledge, and she helped me leave with a really good foundational knowledge of Classification!
I came into this course skeptical, as I have been a project manager for years. But I learned several things i didn't know before and will be using in my future projects.
I try not to use AI that often as I do not like how personal the conversations/ searches become, but Ms. Bah showed me how in Chat Settings to personalize my queries and prompts when interacting with AI.
Clarissa explained the concepts of AI very well. The examples were helpful. I also liked how she let us a pick our own topic to work on and share our screen.
I would highly recommend this course! It provided a refresher and legal references for why we do what we do. The content is transferable immediately to our every day duties. Loved it.
I really enjoyed this class with this particular instructor. I have taken this class before with another instructor in 2024, but this one was by far the most engaging, patient, and knowledgeable. Please keep her!
This class provided hands-on, practical application and practice. I was excited that this course was engaging through story and experience sharing with real-time feedback from all. Extremely helpful. Plus, I walked away with a fresh look at structuring my interviews and navigating difficult situations.
Very Articulate; Very Knowledgeable; Motivating; Encouraging; Adaptable; Knows material inside and out;
Ms. Candance was a wonderful instructor. She kept the class engaged and organized.
I came to this class with questions about the appropriate ethical use of AI and my questions were positively resolved.
Dawndee is knowledgeable and presented the training in a professional manner. The contents and material is relevant to the work that I do.
I came in with a little knowledge left with a lot!
The AI for Federal Classification course was interactive, informative, and enjoyable. The exercises reinforced the material, and the instructor’s engaging, approachable style created a relaxed atmosphere that made learning easy.
Dawndee is simply amazing! The amount of knowledge and experience she imparted helped to not only understand the course and materials but also motivated me to incorporate AI in my classification work.
This was very informative. The content was clear and concise and the instructor made the class seem like a general conversation and not just someone reading slides.
i now have more appreciation for people who process these action cause DAMN!
I came in with limited pay setting experience and feel now that I am better prepared to complete these actions on a day-to-day basis.
This was an excellent course that provided a strong foundation in Power BI concepts, functionality, and practical application. The content was well organized, easy to follow, and appropriately paced, allowing participants to build knowledge progressively from fundamental concepts to more advanced topics. One of the strengths of the course was its hands-on approach. The exercises and demonstrations provided valuable opportunities to apply concepts in real time and reinforced learning through practical experience. The course also highlighted real-world uses of Power BI that made the material relevant and directly applicable to workplace needs. While there were some challenges associated with using the Teams version of Power BI instead of the desktop application, the course remained highly valuable. The instructors were flexible and worked diligently to help participants navigate those limitations while ensuring that learning objectives were met. Overall, I found the training to be informative, engaging, and beneficial to my professional development. The knowledge and skills gained through this course will directly support my work related to data analysis, reporting, dashboard development, and performance monitoring. I would highly recommend this course to anyone seeking to expand their Power BI knowledge and data visualization capabilities.
Overall this was a good experience and I feel like I learned a lot about pay setting that I can use as future reference.
Very Insightful course and class. Great Teaching strategy for PowerBI Learning.
I came into the class with minimal skills for Power Bi and I am leaving with a better understanding of the functions of the system.
She was very patient and understanding with us as many of us were beginners.
Instructor was super lively and knowledgeable.
I really enjoy this instructor, he is very informative and always giving real life relatable examples. This means a lot in the HR community. Handouts and extra reading materials are also very helpful!
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Since 1921, Graduate School USA has partnered with over 125 federal agencies and trained more than one million federal employees. Led by instructors with deep, real-world knowledge of federal regulations, policies, and practices, our private group programs are practical, mission-driven, and tailored to your agency’s objectives. We offer expertise across key federal domains—including human resources, financial management, acquisition and contracting, leadership, and more—to deliver training where and how your team needs it.
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