Welcome to the UC Merced Employee Training & Development Mandatory and Required Training support site.
Here, you will find a comprehensive range of support tools, metrics and reporting, as well as training programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our campus community.
Whether you are assigning, reviewing, or completing training, your contributions play a vital role in addressing our organizational requirements. Our extensive library of resources encompasses a variety of topics, including technical skills, safety protocols, customer service, management, leadership, and compliance.
Mandatory vs. Required
Mandatory Training | Required Training |
Mandatory training refers to courses that all employees must complete to comply with legal and regulatory standards, ensuring the safety and well-being of our campus. | Required training, on the other hand, encompasses additional courses that may be necessary for specific roles or departments, aimed at enhancing skills and knowledge relevant to job performance. |
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Essential TrainingIn our commitment to excellence, we aim to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in higher education and to achieve our mission of teaching, research, and public service. Our training programs are essential for ensuring that we continuously meet university standards, regulations, and mandates. |
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ExploreWe invite you to explore our offerings and join us in fostering a safe, effective, and successful university environment as we move together—**first. further. forward.** |
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For more information:
Please contact hrtraining@ucmerced.edu or review our FAQ page if you have any questions about mandatory and required trainings.