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Pathway to Professional Excellence Certificate Series- Newnan

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Dates:September 1 - October 6, 2026
Meets:Tu from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Location:UWG Newnan 175A
Cost: $329.00

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Pathway to Professional Excellence
University of West Georgia - Newnan
Fall 2026

Invest in yourself - enroll today! Embark on your Pathway to Professional Excellence. 
Join us for a transformative face-to-face instructor-led 6-week course series to learn what it takes to effectively manage a schedule, discover your personal strengths, provide excellent customer service, and develop effective habits.

Course Delivery:
Class will meet on Tuesdays from 9:00 AM -11:00 AM, September 1st through October 6th, 2026, on the UWG Newnan Campus. A Certificate of Completion will be awarded upon successful series completion.

Course Module Schedule:

Week 1:
How to Handle Difficult Members & Tough Situations with Dr. Deborah Johnson-Blake
Often, we run into uncomfortable or tricky situations at work or have difficulty working with others. Do you want to know how to manage those situations and feel more confident with your leadership? Let us talk about how to manage those situations and how to work productively with even the most difficult people!

Week 2:
Effective Delegation with Phil Trickey
Boundaries are the limits we set with others, and which indicate what behaviors we find acceptable or unacceptable. By setting healthy boundaries, you can work smarter, gain respect, and increase your productivity. Discuss strategies on how to set healthy boundaries and what that means.

Week 3:
Effective Calendaring and Time Management for Multiple Responsibilities with Ali Horsley
In today’s fast-paced professional environment, mastering time management is crucial for success. Join us for an engaging workshop where we delve into effective strategies for handling multiple responsibilities and achieving work-life balance through a well-organized calendar. Through practical insights and proven techniques, participants will gain the skills needed to boost productivity while maintaining personal well-being. Whether you are new to the workforce or looking to refine your organizational skills, this session will empower you to navigate competing tasks with confidence and efficiency.   

Week 4:
Thriving Under Pressure: Stress Management Strategies for Success with Chellie Phillips
Imagine a world where stress becomes your ally, propelling you toward greater achievements rather than holding you back. "Thriving Under Pressure: Stress Management Strategies for Success" is a transformative course that empowers you to harness stress as a catalyst for personal and professional growth. This course provides essential tools and strategies to effectively manage stress, turning challenges into opportunities for success.

Week 5:
Business Communication in Customer Service with Jamie Brown
This comprehensive course is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their communication skills to improve workplace interactions, foster productive relationships, and drive organizational success. Participants will gain insights into various communication techniques, tools, and strategies essential for thriving in a business setting.

Week 6:
Discover Your Personal & Professional Strengths with Lantz Ferrell
Description coming soon.


Billing: Please select the payment type "billing" if you would like us to invoice your business/organization or prefer to pay with cash, check, or a credit card by phone. UWG Employees, please select the "billing" option if your department will be paying for your professional development registration. Then email Gabi Wormer at gwormer@westga.edu to obtain the CE Chart String for your Budget Manager to initiate the internal transfer.

Contact: For additional information, please contact Jennie Dodd at jdodd@westga.edu or 678.839.2258.

A minimum of 6 participants are required for the course to run as scheduled.
Fee: $329.00
Hours:12.00

UWG Newnan 175A


Driving Directions to UWG Newnan, 80 Jackson Street, Newnan, Georgia 30263: From Carrollton: Travel south on Highway 16 (US Route 27 Alt - not Hwy. 27) for approximately 22 miles. You will pass through a small community called Whitesburg. Continue traveling south. Approximately 12 miles south of Whitesburg, you will arrive at your first stop light. Continue through this set of lights on GA-16E/US 27 ALT S/Newnan Road. Take a left onto Carmichael Street and follow signs to front parking lot.
From Atlanta: Travel Interstate 85 south to Exit 47. At exit ramp turn right onto Highway 34 also known as Bullsboro Drive. Travel on Bullsboro Drive for approximately 3 miles. Bear right onto Clark Street/US 29N/US 27 Alt N/GA-16/GA-34 and take the first right onto Jackson Street/US-29N/GA-14. Our campus is ahead on the left.
From Columbus: Travel Interstate 85 north to Exit 47. At exit ramp turn left onto Highway 34 (Bullsboro Drive).Travel on Bullsboro Drive for approximately 3 miles. Bear right onto Clark Street/US 29N/US 27 Alt N/GA-16/GA-34 and take the first right onto Jackson Street/US-29N/GA-14. Our campus is ahead on the left.
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09/01/2026Tuesday9 AM to 11 AM UWG Newnan 175A
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