ARTICLE 11 – TRAINING

Section 1.

The University shall provide any training that it determines necessary in order for the SW to fulfill their work duties at no cost to the SW.  All such training shall be considered mandatory and shall be considered part of the required workload of the SW.

Section 2.

If a SW identifies additional training that can enhance their work, they may propose such training to the University for good-faith consideration. If approved, such trainings will be at no cost to the SW and shall be considered part of the required workload of the SW.

Section 3.

The University will determine the content and delivery of the trainings. The Union-Management committee may make recommendations to the University to address training concerns brought to its attention by SWs or regarding the content and delivery of training related to workplace conditions. The University will give such recommendations good-faith consideration.

Section 4.

The University shall notify all SWs of training and orientation required as part of their appointment notification or as soon as practicable once such new or additional training is set.