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Position Classification Training

  • Federal Classification Principles Course

    • IDCLAS7915
    • Weekdays only
    • 4 Days
    • Open to beginners

    Learn to classify and analyze General Schedule (GS) positions by mastering federal classification principles, procedures, and evaluation systems.

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  • Federal Classification Course (Self-Paced)

    • IDCLAS7052
    • 36 Hours
    • Open to beginners

    Learn the basic, crosscutting principles you need to classify and analyze federal positions for compensation purposes, and apply these concepts by classifying GS, FWS, and alternative system positions. Improve your analytical skills to ask good questions about position duties and organizational design, write Factor Evaluation System (FES) position descriptions, and analyze position management alternatives. Students benefit from instructor assistance and feedback on assignments as well as facilitated blogging and discussions.

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  • Position Classification Course (Washington, D.C.)

    • IDCLAS7003
    • Weekdays only
    • 10 Days
    • Open to beginners

    Master the skills to classify federal positions, write evaluation statements, and apply classification standards for General Schedule (GS) positions.

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  • Basic Position Classification Course

    • IDCLAS7005
    • Weekdays only
    • 10 Days
    • Open to beginners

    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. 

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  • Classification Refresher Course

    • IDCLAS7004
    • Weekdays only
    • 3 Days
    • Open to beginners

    Refresh classification fundamentals and tackle more advanced issues through guided practice and sample exercises.

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  • Writing Federal Position Descriptions Course

    • IDCLAS7910
    • Weekdays only
    • 2 Days
    • Open to beginners

    Learn to create accurate and comprehensive federal position descriptions that align with organizational goals and HR requirements.

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  • Federal Position Management Course

    • IDCLAS7012
    • Weekdays only
    • 2 Days
    • Prerequisites required

    Learn to use position management tools and techniques to optimize organizational performance and address common workforce challenges.

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  • Intermediate Position Classification Course

    • IDCLAS8300
    • Weekdays only
    • 3 Days
    • Prerequisites required

    Enhance your classification expertise by tackling complex federal position evaluations and mastering desk audit techniques.

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  • Position Classification for Supervisors and Administrative Staff Course

    • IDCLAS8102
    • Weekdays only
    • 2 Days
    • Prerequisites required

    Master the principles of federal position classification, including interpreting standards, preparing descriptions, and managing classifications effectively.

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  • Advanced Position Classification Course

    • IDCLAS9200
    • Weekdays only
    • 3 Days
    • Prerequisites required

    Enhance your expertise in federal position classification by tackling complex cases and applying advanced techniques.

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Position Management Training

  • Pay Setting: Federal Wage System Course

    • IDSTAF9004
    • Weekdays only
    • 1 Day
    • Prerequisites required

    Apply FWS pay-setting rules to real-world scenarios involving appointments, promotions, within-grade increases, and wage schedule updates.

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  • Federal Wage System Classification Course

    • IDCLAS8200
    • Weekdays only
    • 2 Days
    • Prerequisites required

    Learn the standards and procedures used under the Federal Wage System to classify and grade blue-collar positions using OPM guidance.

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  • Fair Labor Standards Act Course

    • IDCLAS7101
    • Weekdays only
    • 2 Days
    • Open to beginners

    Gain the knowledge to correctly apply Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) provisions, including overtime, travel, and compliance responsibilities.

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  • Making Exempt/Nonexempt Determinations Course

    • IDCLAS7104
    • Weekdays only
    • 1 Day
    • Prerequisites required

    Learn how to apply FLSA rules and guidance to determine federal employee exemption status and compliance with wage-and-hour regulations.

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    Start your federal HR career by building core technical skills in staffing, classification, labor relations, EEO, and HR data practices aligned with OPM competencies.

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  • Certified Federal HR Advisor (cFHRA) Level II Certificate Program

    • IDcFHRA2.CP
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    Become a trusted HR advisor to agency leadership. Strengthen advisory and analytical skills aligned with federal HR management competencies.

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  • Certified Federal HR Business Partner (cFHRBP) Level III Certificate Program

    • IDcFHRBP3.CP
    • Weekdays or evenings
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    • Prerequisites required

    Elevate your strategic HR capabilities and serve as a high-value advisor to agency leadership by aligning workforce initiatives with mission objectives.

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Instructor was very knowledgeable and had a great way of explaining.

Vanessa T.

One of the best classes I have taken.

Marchel Davis

I would rate my overall experience as excellent. The content and the instructor overall was amazing. I look forward to having more classes that Mr. Richard teaches.

Amanda Martinez

Very positive experience and took away a lot of great information.

Robin S.

Trina Petty was outstanding and provided very knowledgeable information. I would highly recommend this course for those needing knowledge in position management.

Esteban M.

Classification is NOT my favorite HR subject, but Arlene made it enjoyable.

Latrice C.

Instructors energy and knowledge were exceptional.

James Jones

I enjoyed this class. The layout was easy to understand. The instructor was awesome and extremely knowledgeable and interacting and lively.

Cayla C.

The instructor was very informative. She kept the class interesting and fun.

Tara S.

This was an excellent course. I learned a lot.

Milica M.

Loved Trina- she's passionate about teaching this class, kept everyone engaged, and kept us on our toes!

Anne J.

Instructor was knowledgeable and experienced in the field. She was able to use her real world examples from her career to guide us through. The timing of this class was perfect as the government restructures who and how we work. Great class, great instructor, and I am glad I was able to take this class!

Maliah Morgan

One of the best classes I've taken in a very long time. Kept me engaged the entire time and didn't want to miss any part of it.

Katie Hayden

Our Federal Position Classification & Management Training are rated 4.8 stars by 138 students

  • Maliah Morgan Aug 28, 2025
    Federal Position Management Course

    Instructor was knowledgeable and experienced in the field. She was able to use her real world examples from her career to guide us through. The timing of this class was perfect as the government restructures who and how we work. Great class, great instructor, and I am glad I was able to take this class!

  • Katie Hayden Aug 28, 2025
    Federal Position Management Course

    One of the best classes I've taken in a very long time. Kept me engaged the entire time and didn't want to miss any part of it.

  • Anne J. Aug 28, 2025
    Federal Position Management Course

    Loved Trina- she's passionate about teaching this class, kept everyone engaged, and kept us on our toes!

  • Robin S. Aug 28, 2025
    Federal Position Management Course

    Very positive experience and took away a lot of great information.

  • Esteban M. Aug 28, 2025
    Federal Position Management Course

    Trina Petty was outstanding and provided very knowledgeable information. I would highly recommend this course for those needing knowledge in position management.

  • Tara S. Aug 28, 2025
    Federal Classification Principles Course

    The instructor was very informative. She kept the class interesting and fun.

  • Cayla C. Aug 28, 2025
    Federal Classification Principles Course

    I enjoyed this class. The layout was easy to understand. The instructor was awesome and extremely knowledgeable and interacting and lively.

  • James Jones Aug 28, 2025
    Federal Classification Principles Course

    Instructors energy and knowledge were exceptional.

  • Latrice C. Aug 28, 2025
    Federal Classification Principles Course

    Classification is NOT my favorite HR subject, but Arlene made it enjoyable.

  • Milica M. Aug 26, 2025
    Federal Position Management Course

    This was an excellent course. I learned a lot.

  • Amanda Martinez Aug 21, 2025
    Advanced Position Classification Course

    I would rate my overall experience as excellent. The content and the instructor overall was amazing. I look forward to having more classes that Mr. Richard teaches.

  • Marchel Davis Aug 21, 2025
    Advanced Position Classification Course

    One of the best classes I have taken.

  • Vanessa T. Aug 21, 2025
    Advanced Position Classification Course

    Instructor was very knowledgeable and had a great way of explaining.

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Upcoming Position Classification Classes in Washington, DC or Live Online

All times are listed in Eastern Time unless otherwise specified.

September 2025
Writing Federal Position Descriptions Course
September 9–10
Tuesday to Wednesday 9–4:30pm
$1,049
2 Days
Washington, DC or Live Online

Learn to create accurate and comprehensive federal position descriptions that align with organizational goals and HR requirements.

Federal Position Management Course
September 11–12
Thursday to Friday 9–4:30pm
$1,049
2 Days
Washington, DC or Live Online

Learn to use position management tools and techniques to optimize organizational performance and address common workforce challenges.

Position Classification for Supervisors and Administrative Staff Course
September 15–16
Monday to Tuesday 9–4:30pm
$1,049
2 Days
Washington, DC or Live Online

Master the principles of federal position classification, including interpreting standards, preparing descriptions, and managing classifications effectively.

Federal Classification Principles Course
September 16–19
Tuesday to Friday 9–4:30pm
$1,699
4 Days
Washington, DC or Live Online

Learn to classify and analyze General Schedule (GS) positions by mastering federal classification principles, procedures, and evaluation systems.

Advanced Position Classification Course
September 16–18
Tuesday to Thursday 9–4:30pm
$1,399
3 Days
Washington, DC or Live Online

Enhance your expertise in federal position classification by tackling complex cases and applying advanced techniques.

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