Learn about communication barriers and the importance of accessible communications in the workplace. This training will provide USDA employees with effective communication strategies, methods to become acquainted with employees with disabilities, and awareness of the USDA TARGET Center’s services for future training, evaluation and equipment requests.
Learning Objectives
• Define the TARGET Center Programs.
• Discover the pathway to resources in the Accessible Communications Program.
• Identify the correlation between the One USDA Initiative and Accessible Communication.
• Discuss the factors that affect communication barriers.
• Identify the importance of removing communication barriers.
• Analyze the communicative functions and effective communications.
• Recognize communication barriers within the workplace.
• Create solutions to remove communication barriers.
• Identify the alternatives forms of communication for individuals with disabilities.
• Utilize appropriate disability related terms.
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FAQs
Can I register for multiple dates?
Please only register for one event date. The same content will be provided on each date.
Where do I go to attend the virtual class?
You will receive a link with the virtual event information. This information is only for you.
Can I update my registration information?
Yes, you can update information through Eventbrite up until 24 hours before the event.
Is this event open to non-USDA employees?
No, this event is only open to USDA employees.
Is this event accessible?
USDA is committed to providing inclusive and accessible programs and events for all participants. To request a reasonable accommodation, please answer the appropriate questions as part of the registration process.
*Advanced registration (48 hours) for in-person events is required to ensure reasonable accommodation.
USDA is an equal opportunity employer.
