Work Basics

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Last updated: Feb 15, 2023

Description

When you start a new job, you should try to make a good first impression in your new workplace. While cultural and workplace expectations of professionalism can vary, in this lesson, we’ll discuss how you can better understand and meet expectations in your new environment.

CEU Credits

Enrolled users will earn 0.1 continuing education units (CEUs) upon completing the course.

Objectives

  1. Learners will be able to describe basic expectations that most employers have for their employees.
  2. Learners will be able to explain the difference between perceptions and reality in the workplace, and why both matter.

Additional Info

Prerequisite Skills

The ability to manage time and work independently on a course, the ability to read content at a sixth grade level in a digital format (or accessibility tools to assist, like screenreader software)

Course Grading Policy

In order to receive CEU credit for this course you must earn a score of 70% or higher on any quizzes.

Technical Equipment and Skills

  • Equipment: a computer, tablet, or smart phone, access to the internet, headphones (optional)
  • Skills: the ability to navigate a course within a web browser

Accessibility and Support

This course has been designed to be accessible for all users. It is accessible on both computers and mobile devices like tablets and phones. If you have questions about accessibility, please contact us.

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