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This site is a collaborative environment for the innovative training programs and learning opportunities offered at Gonzaga University. Our goal is to provide learning opportunities that assist in the continued growth of Gonzaga staff, faculty and student employees. Currently, courses and seminars are offered by the Human Resources department and the Technology Education Services (TES) department. The Human Resources department offers seminars in safety and professional development. TES offers training courses in University supported software applications such as Microsoft Office, Adobe, Blackboard, Banner and more. In addition, TES offers online self-paced training through the Gonzaga SkillPort courseware system.
How do I Register for Classes?
To view Gonzaga University’s current course schedule, descriptions of classes and register for classes, please log-in on the left side of this page. Use your current Gonzaga username and password to access the secure training site. If you cannot remember your logon information, contact the Help Desk at x5550.
[Video Guide] Click on the video icon to learn how to use the training site
For a complete list of frequently asked questions or FAQ's go to our FAQ page.
Multimedia & Software Training
Technology Education Services (TES) conducts in-house PC software training in the university's ACT Lab (Academic Computing and Technology Lab) located in the Foley Center Library and in the lab in AD012 located in AD building lower level. TES offers training for all of Microsoft Office, Banner, Blackboard, Adobe Photoshop, Elements and much more.
TES also provides Gonzaga faculty and staff with free, online training through the SkillPort e-learning. SkillPort allows you to take classes from any computer with Internet access, on your own time and at your own pace. There are hundreds of courses available including Microsoft Office. There are only a limited number of accounts available. If you are interested and would like to request an account, please email Erik Blackerby at blackerby@its.gonzaga.edu.
[Video Guide] Click on the video icon to watch a short 5 minute SkillPort Video Introduction
Employee and Organizational Development maximizes the performance of individual GU employees, teams and departments. We provide learning opportunities in employee skill development, supervisory and management skills, leadership development, diversity awareness and customized consultations. For more information, please click on the link above or contact Jason Swain by calling (509) 313-6124 or by email at swain@gonzaga.edu
Benefits and Safety Training OpportunitiesSafety Training may be scheduled by contacting Environmental Health & Safety at (509) 313-5856, or email Dennis Hansen at hansen@gu.gonzaga.edu.