For Employees

These sessions highlight Microsoft Teams features for collaboration and productivity. Participants will learn to create and manage teams, share files, run effective meetings, and practice clear communication, professionalism, and team etiquette to support a positive virtual work environment. Register for Part 1 here and Part 2 here.

All LDH employees and contractors with P-numbers are required to complete their assigned training by October 31, 2025. You can access training courses in SuccessFactors.

With hurricane season peaking in late August and September, proactive planning is essential to safeguard lives and property. Favorable Atlantic conditions heighten the risk of storm development, making preparedness especially vital for Louisiana residents due to the state’s exposure to Gulf-originating tropical systems. Please review our hurricane preparedness recommendations.

Football season brings excitement, but staying safe is essential. Stay hydrated by drinking electrolytes, especially during hot early games. Practice food safety at tailgates by keeping perishables cold and cooking meats thoroughly. In crowded stadiums, maintain hygiene, watch your step, and stick with your group. Celebrate responsibly and protect your hearing to enjoy the full game-day experience.

This beginner-friendly session is designed to equip learners with foundational Microsoft Teams skills needed to confidently navigate, communicate, and collaborate in today’s digital workplace. Participants will explore real-time examples and engage in hands-on simulations of the platform’s layout, features, and communication tools. They’ll also gain clarity on the differences between Teams and Zoom. At the end of Parts 1 and 2, you will leave with the technical confidence needed to communicate effectively with colleagues. Register for Part 1 here and Part 2 here.

This session will provide a clear definition of mentoring, outlining steps for developing mentorships. Leaders will be guided through roles and responsibilities, strategies for fostering growth, associated challenges and solutions, and will close with resources for future use. The session also highlights the importance of active listening, empathy and open communication to create a supportive environment that empowers mentees to navigate their leadership journey with confidence and clarity. Email DSSAS-EDTHelpdesk@la.gov for questions.

The goal of this in-person session is to provide LDH travelers with clear and concise guidelines when traveling. From this session, LDH travelers will learn what is required before, during, and after they travel. The session will provide the necessary tools for successfully preparing for travel and then processing their travel expense reports after travel, making the entire process as seamless as possible and reducing the potential for travel rejections. Register here.

This capstone session introduces the process and purpose of professional reflection as a tool for continuous growth. Participants will explore the role of intentional self-assessment in reinforcing learning, identifying future goals and sustaining behavior change over time. Using a structured reflection model, the session guides attendees in summarizing their key takeaways from the Managing Medicaid Series and applying them through a personalized action plan. In addition, participants will leave with a practical follow-up process to revisit their goals and reflect on progress, ensuring that development continues beyond the training. Email DSSAS-EDTHelpdesk@la.gov for questions.

These interactive sessions enhance workplace agility and resilience using CCL’s ADAPT Framework. Participants assess adaptability, overcome personal barriers, and build strategies to stay solution-focused. Insights from Fast Strategies — like strategic agility and sensitivity — equip individuals to anticipate and respond effectively to change. Register for Part 1 here and Part 2 here.

The State Civil Service has released six CPM courses (four web-based, two instructor-led) to support 2025 performance evaluations. Completion is required by Dec. 31, 2025, or within 90 days of hire.

• SCS CPTP CPM Evaluation Process in SuccessFactors – (WBT): Mandatory for all classified supervisors.
• SCS CPTP CPM Evaluation Process – Paper Forms (WBT): Mandatory if applicable; only one version (SuccessFactors or Paper Forms) is required. Note: LDH supervisors must take the SuccessFactors version.
• SCS CPM Agency Administrator Training (ILT): Optional, recommended for agency administrators.
• SCS CPTP Performance Planning, & Evaluation (ILT): Optional, recommended.

All DCFS transfers with P-numbers are required to complete their mandatory training by December 30. You can access training courses in SuccessFactors.