Professional Development

LEAP MENTORING PROGRAM

The Learning and Energizing for Aspiring Partners (LEAP) Mentor Program is an opportunity for DMAS to

Provide for an exchange of information and knowledge among members of different divisions within the agency.
Encourage the development of leadership skills that can be gained easier through application and guided practice rather than by education and training.
Show employees in a visible way that they are valued and are a part of DMAS' future.
Provide a supportive environment to include ongoing interactions, coaching, teaching, and role modeling that can facilitate progression within the organization.
Help communicate the mission and values of the Agency.

Employees can inquire about the program by contacting dmasmentoring@dmas.virginia.gov

CLASSES

For a large variety of classes offered by DMAS and other Commonwealth agencies, visit the Department of Human Resource Management's training website https://covlc.virginia.gov Please contact dmas_kc_admin@dmas.virginia.gov for assistance with employee VLC accounts including password reset.

MANDATORY TRAINING

The Commonwealth of Virginia requires all employees to complete the certain training courses within 90 days of employment. These courses are available online and can be found on the Human Resource Management training website – Virginia Learning Center (VLC).

Alcohol & Other Drugs
Cyber Security Awareness Training
Workplace Dispute Resolution Overview
Preventing Workplace Violence
Terrorism Security Awareness Orientation
Preventing Workplace Harassment
Time Attendance and Leave (TAL)
Teleworking Training (for approved teleworkers and managers)

For one and two-day training sessions on practical applications such as computer software applications, visit the Community College Workforce Alliance (CCWA) website.