State & Local Government Training

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Graduate School USA is where government goes for training. Founded in 1921, Graduate School USA was the first organization created to provide continuing professional education to federal, local, and state government employees.

Over the years, we have worked closely with a range of organizations, including state and local agencies (including major departments such as Defense, Homeland Security, Health and Human Services, Interior, Justice, and State), while growing our knowledge of government and developing an extensive resource pool of staff, curriculum experts, and instructors with real government experience. This ensures that students who attend courses with Graduate School USA will receive approved, practical training that will help them better perform the necessary aspects of their jobs.

Graduate School USA offers an extensive catalog, including over 500 courses in a wide range of subject areas. These include federal HR, leadership and management, auditing and financial management, acquisition and contracting, information technology and cybersecurity, project management, communication skills, and many more specialized topics relevant to government and industry. The curriculum is continuously updated to account for new legislation, regulations, executive orders, and emerging best practices in order to help ensure that training stays timely and relevant to current workplace needs. 

There are also certificate programs and long-term leadership development programs that afford students the chance to deepen their expertise in areas such as leadership, financial management, and program management, all centered around practical skills and real-world case studies.

Relevant & Responsive Services

Graduate School USA can provide state and local agencies with relevant, responsive services in support of both organizational and personal achievement. We create and deliver expert training and workforce development, with courses designed specifically for the adult learner. Whatever your agency needs or professional level, you’ll find that our training serves individuals across the spectrum of skills, specialties, and experience.

Graduate School USA has substantial experience providing training to students and employees working at all levels of government. This means that local and state employees and offices can have courses tailored to the specific area of their oversight and the specific regulations and statutes that impact them as local and state employees.

Courses in Graduate School USA’s Government Training program are structured to meet the workforce development and continuing education needs of government agencies, employees, and contractors. All training programs focus on practical and relevant skills and are designed with professionals in mind, making them ideal for students or organizations looking to improve their overall workflow. These courses are also designed with relevant accreditations, government requirements, and relevant statutes in mind. 

These courses are available for contract and on-site training, meaning that local and state government employees can receive in-person or online support at their home offices.

If your training needs require a customized approach or are larger in scope, we can provide you with advice on the time required for each topic and the length of the overall training or help you assemble a program. This customized training can include modifications to individual curricula and customization of course content to be more relevant to your department, office, or specialized responsibilities.

Contact our Business Development team at 800-787-9074 for assistance with your specific needs, or read more about our customized services.

Training To Help You Achieve Your Mission

Graduate School USA’s government-focused services encompass quality courses, certificate programs, leadership development, classroom and online delivery support, career services and training center management, individual assessments, and coaching and mentoring services. Committed to supporting our clients with practical, real-life applications that assist them in doing their jobs, we deliver the training solutions that only a valued partner with nearly one hundred years of government experience can provide.

Courses are designed to provide the knowledge and skills that agencies want and need. Our curriculum is continuously updated in response to changing laws, rules, and regulations, and learning requirements. Training is interactive in nature and is intended for immediate application on the job. Training can be focused on specific tasks that you or your employees need practical training in, or it can be a broad spectrum training that aims to expand your skills and allow you and your employees to perform additional or expanded tasks.

A Diverse Community Of Learners

Choosing Graduate School USA means partnering with an organization that understands both the urgency of your mission and the importance of your people. Here are some key reasons GSUSA stands out as a training provider.

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  • Mission-Focused Training: All our programs are designed to support and advance the missions of the organizations we serve.
  • Immediately Applicable Skills: We emphasize practical, hands-on learning. What you learn in a GSUSA course today can be applied in your job tomorrow. 
  • Up-to-Date Curriculum: GSUSA continuously updates its course content to reflect the latest laws, regulations, and technologies affecting the public sector. 
  • Flexible Delivery and Learning Modes: We offer training in multiple delivery modes – in-person, virtual classroom, and online on-demand – to accommodate different learning styles and logistical needs.
  • Proven Track Record: GSUSA’s longevity and client success stories speak to our effectiveness. We have helped numerous organizations achieve measurable improvements. 

Graduate School USA sustains a diverse community of learners. This community ensures that students will have access to networking opportunities and the ability to share experiences as they develop the skills and knowledge that will help them improve agency productivity and enhance their careers.