Access to training
Access To Training
All training opportunities are accessed through the PTS Learning Center. Training is delivered both online and in the classroom setting around the state. The Learning Center:
- Manages training by tracking the training topics students have enrolled in and completed,
- Provides online access to schedules and registration for group learning activities.
- Allows supervisors to monitor training completed by their staff, and
- Allows supervisors to view the New Worker Training independent learning materials.
- Provides additional resources to support the training process, such as links to the WI Lodging Directory and to Training Centers.
These additional resources may also come in useful as you are participating in online course activities.
- Distance Learning Tools - Downloadable tools used to access training materials within the Learning Center.
- Learner Support - Support services available to help you successfully participate in online learning.
Methods
PTS utilizes a variety of methods for development and delivery of training. The method is determined through an evaluation of the needs of the audience and goals and objectives of the course.
- Classroom or Face to Face - search the schedule and register for classroom training through the PTS Learning Center.
- Computer Based Training (CBT) - CBTs requires the download of a player that can be located on our Distance Learning Tools page.
- Web Conference - Web conferences are used for
synchronous learning opportunities, or same time interaction.
They may either be a
WisLine Web with a large group or a
Webex MeetMeNow for a small or impromptu meeting. Both of these
web conferencing providers require a download to the user's
computer.
- WisLine Web - You will receive a confirmation e-mail from Learning Center with specific instructions when you are confirmed for a class.
- Webex MeetMeNow - You will receive an e-mail that provides a website and meeting ID to access the specific meeting from your trainer.
- SharePoint - the SharePoint environment is used for asynchronous learning methods, communication and collaboration among class members, and communication with the assigned trainer. A link for accessing SharePoint is provided when you are registered for a class that requires access. A short SharePoint Getting Started Guide is also available.
- Document - Most documents will open in a portable document format (.pdf) and may be read or printed.
- Slide Show - Most slideshows open through standard software on your computer and allow the user to page through the content at his/her own pace.
Support
PTS is committed to supporting workers accessing training opportunities, whether classroom or distance, through:
- Support of local agencies in determining training needs of individual workers and/or locating appropriate training opportunities through online resources on our Opportunities webpage.
- Providing tools to support distance learning through our Distance Learning Tools webpage.
- Providing support to individuals new to the distance learning process through the Learner Support webpage.
- Publishing a Technical Resolutions document providing instructions for the resolution some of common technical issues. If your issue is not listed or you continue to have problems after attempting the resolution, please contact Mark Schmitt at mark.schmitt@wisconsin.gov or 920-424-5660.