Change Management for Leaders: Preparing for an Unknown Future Course (Self-Paced)

This course includes

6 hours of project-based training from experts
Answers from real instructors
Proprietary workbook included
Retake for free within 1 year
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution
Credits: 0.6 CEUs

This course is self-paced. For live online or in-person instruction, take Change Management for Leaders: Preparing for an Unknown Future course.

This one-day workshop prepares managers or supervisors for changes that they and their employees may be facing in the workplace. Participants will explore reactions to change and the stages of change that can be experienced. The focus will be on how to coach employees to successfully weather change. This includes a discussion of the six steps to prepare for change as well as other actions that can be taken. Participants will leave this course prepared to help themselves and their employees experience, accept, and thrive in a changing environment.

Full Tuition

$649
Due before the class starts

This course includes

6 hours of project-based training from experts
Answers from real instructors
Proprietary workbook included
Retake for free within 1 year
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution
Credits: 0.6 CEUs

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Change Management for Leaders: Preparing for an Unknown Future Course (Self-Paced) Curriculum

What You'll Learn at a Glance

Coach employees through the stages of change.
Develop tools for preparing employees for change.
Empower others to apply strengths to change situations.
Utilize the six steps to prepare for change going forward.
Strengthen relationships with employees.

Course Syllabus

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Module 1: Course Introduction

Welcome and introductions of participants and instructor
Overview of course agenda and objectives
Team presentations and class engagement expectations

Module 2: Understanding Change and Resistance

Recognize natural reactions to organizational change
Explore common roots of resistance to change
Debrief initial team-based change exercise

Module 3: Stages and Impacts of Change

Identify the five stages of change
Use questionnaires to explore past and future change scenarios
Share and analyze team responses and patterns

Module 4: Coaching Employees Through Change

Apply effective communication and empathetic listening strategies
Model positive behaviors to encourage adaptation
Use change coaching tools to support employees

Module 5: Six Steps to Prepare for Change

Step 1: Consider past change experiences and lessons learned
Step 2: Understand the reasons behind the change
Step 3: Assess implications of change for yourself and others
Step 4: Identify and leverage personal and team strengths
Step 5: Learn from others who have navigated change
Step 6: Focus on cultivating a resilient mindset

Module 6: Application and Reflection

Summarize course insights and personal growth
Reflect on applying tools and strategies in real work settings
Prepare action items for managing future change effectively

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	10% non-refundable deposit
$649.00	Total You Pay