For Employees

This professional development training is designed for designated LDH training coordinators and administrators responsible for monitoring and reporting compliance. The course is designed to equip training coordinators and administrators with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively interpret and utilize curriculum status reports received from EDT.

1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

This two-part training introduces learners to Microsoft Word 365 by teaching how to navigate its interface and use key features to create professional documents. Participants will explore formatting text, inserting images and tables, and collaborating with built-in editing tools. The course also covers how to use ready-made templates to quickly design resumes, reports, letters, and other polished documents.

Register for Part 1 here and Part 2 here.

1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Excel Essentials is a practical, hands-on training designed to build confidence and core skills in Microsoft Excel. Participants will learn how Excel is structured and how to navigate it effectively, apply formatting techniques to improve clarity and readability, and use basic formulas to perform accurate calculations. The training also introduces essential functions such as SUM and IF, along with an overview of PivotTables, helping learners summarize and analyze data more efficiently. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the foundational skills needed to create clean, functional spreadsheets and continue building their Excel knowledge.

Register for Part 1 here and Part 2 here.

1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

This course introduces newly hired Louisiana state employees to the Louisiana Employees Online (LEO) portal. Participants will learn how to access and navigate LEO to complete required onboarding and compliance training, and to manage essential employee information, including payroll, benefits, and leave. The course is designed to help new hires become comfortable using LEO and understand how it supports their employment throughout their state service.

Registration will take place during the initial orientation session.

1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

This session explores Outlook Web 365 inbox tools that help reduce clutter, organize communication, and turn emails into action. Participants will learn to use Focused Inbox, rules, categories, flags, Quick Steps, and advanced search to better prioritize messages and manage workload. The session also covers Delay Send, task integration, and email etiquette strategies to support healthier boundaries and more intentional communication.

Register for Part 1 here and Part 2 here.

8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The Office of Group Benefits has transitioned its workplace wellness program partner (formerly Catapult) to Ochsner. These are the screenings associated with your annual discount.

Register here using code 8623DC.

Visit the EDT Sharepoint site for past recordings and other current engagement events.

If you have any suggestions or questions about EDT events, please email DSSAS-EDThelpdesk@la.gov.

Each floor has fire safety posters indicating where employees should exit the building, including which stairwell to use in case of a fire, and assemble in a safe area away from the building. Please note that escape routes are based on where you are at the time of the incident. Take a moment to familiarize yourself with evacuation routes and assembly areas.