8.5 Training
| Added: | 11/04/2013 |
| Revised: | 07/08/2015 |
| Last Reviewed: | 12/18/2024 |
| Effective: | 01/01/2025 |
Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is concerned with the educational needs of it employees as well as its students. There are multiple facets regarding the educational needs of MGA employees. These included professional development opportunities as well as specific training necessary as a member of the MGA community.
All mandatory training required by an institution must be approved by the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and the President. No training may include ideological tests, affirmations, or oaths, including diversity statements. Mandatory employee training should be limited to that which complies with Board of Regents policy and federal and state laws and regulations. Individual units and departments are not permitted to mandate training for department employees beyond that approved by the CHRO and President.
The Office of Human Resources (HR) coordinates with the functional departments to provide appropriate professional development opportunities for MGA employees. The Office of Academic Affairs facilitates the professional development opportunities for faculty. HR is the institutional coordinator for the USG Tuition Assistance Program.
The Office of Human Resources coordinates with the Office of Risk Management regarding specific training needs relative to offering a safe and secure campus.