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Develop, Train & Learn | Education, Development & Training
Learning & Development (HR)
Develop, Train & Learn (DTL) Fund
The mandate of the Develop, Train & Learn Committee is to fund work-related group learning, training and development activities which are offered collaboratively.
The Develop, Train and Learn (DTL) Committee invites MRSSA members to submit proposals for group work-related development, training and learning activities. Examples of possible activities are as follows:
- holding retreats to build team relations, enhance communications or adapt to change
- having workshops facilitated to develop competencies or support learning
- building skills to assist members in ‘career building’ or moving to other areas in the university
- forming partnerships transcending university areas (collaborating with other university departments)
- collaborating with professional colleagues outside the university
Develop, Train & Learn (DTL) Committee
~ Learning Opportunities ~To view courses and workshops that the MRSSA Develop Train and Learn Committee offer MRSSA members, please click on the following link: http://www.mtroyal.ca/HR/MRSSA-DTL.shtml.
The Develop, Train and Learn Committee manages a fund for professional development opportunities for support staff. Check out the Develop Train & Learn Terms of Reference for information on developing and determining support for your own learning opportunities.
Education, Development & Training (EDT) Fund
As per Article 28 of the Collective Agreement, the University will provide an annual grant of $44,000 for the purpose of reimbursing the tuition/fees paid by regular, continuing term, conditionally funded term, limited term and replacement term employees who have participated in education, training, and/or development activities. (Green form)
As per Article 29.1 of the Collective Agreement, the University will provide an annual grant of $10,000 to provide financial assistance for spouses and dependant children of the regular, continuing term, conditionally funded term, limited term and replacement term full-time and part-time support staff employees.(Blue Form)*Please note that all employess must have successfully completed their probation period to qualify for financial assistance.
As per Article 29.2 of the Collective Agreement, the University will provide an annual grant of $33, 000 for the purpose of providing bursaries to MRSSA members who are registered in one or more credit, non-credit extension certificate courses or professional designation courses offered at any accredited post-secondary college or university. (Salmon Form) *Please note that all employess must have successfully completed their probation period to qualify for financial assistance.
Application Period
Apply within the application periods set for each semester (Fall, Winter, Spring & Summer).
Fall: Aug. 15 – Oct. 15
Winter: Dec. 15 - Feb. 15;
Spring: April 15 - May 30;
Summer: June 15 - July 31
Funding Formula
The individual baseline grant is calculated from the funding allocated for the semester divided by the number of applications. Since many of the applications are for less than the calculated grant, the total difference is divided by the grant requested, resulting in a percentage that is awarded over and above the baseline grant.
Completion Form
Completion / Proof of Attendance Form
Please print on white paper. Click here for form
Please print on white paper. Click here for form
Application Forms
Green Application Form
Please use this form if you are taking MRU Recreation courses, conferences or courses outside the University. Click here for form
Please use this form if you are taking MRU Recreation courses, conferences or courses outside the University. Click here for form
Salmon Application Form
Please use this form if you are taking credit and non-credit extension courses from any accredited post-secondary institutions. .Click here for form
Please use this form if you are taking credit and non-credit extension courses from any accredited post-secondary institutions. .Click here for form
Blue Application Form
Please use this form for dependant(s) of MRSSA members who are taking MRU credit courses.Click here for form
Please use this form for dependant(s) of MRSSA members who are taking MRU credit courses.Click here for form
Learning & Development Human Resources
Mount Royal University has a rich history of workplace learning. Our commitment to learning and development provides opportunities for the collective University community and the employee to embrace exceptional work practices by providing experiences that enhance:
- Reflecting individually and collectively
- Communicating and actively listening
- Contributing and leading
- Making decisions and guiding efficient work
Learning & Development will work with you, your department or a group of like-minded employees. Advise us of your department's goals in learning and we will assist you in finding resources.
If you would like further information on learning opportunities, contact Learning and Development by email at prodev@mtroyal.ca or by phone at local 6855. For a list of workshops and courses please click the link below:
Workshops & Courses
For Employees of Mount Royal University
