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Professional development opportunities and system-wide employee training

These Training and Learning & Organizational Development pages share information ranging from required trainings to self-directed professional development, along with guidance on policies and tools that support learning, including Percipio, the university’s learning management platform.

Training Quick Links

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Benefits of taking your assigned training


Assigned training is designed to support success in your role: building skills, confidence, and shared understanding, reinforcing the practical value of assigned learning beyond required completion.

Research shows that nearly 60% of people say training improves how well they do their work.

Why We Assign System-wide Training

Learning at WSU goes beyond checking a box. Assigned trainings support a safe, inclusive, and effective workplace by helping employees understand expectations, responsibilities, and available resources. By assigning learning system-wide, the university provides consistent information, supports informed decision-making, and ensures you have the knowledge you need to perform your role effectively.

Visit Training Policies & Guidance to learn more.

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Fuel your curiosity

A powerful reason to make learning part of your journey


Professional development helps you build skills intentionally and grow in ways that matter to you, both now and in the future.

Employees who set career goals engage with learning four times more than those who don’t.

Create a training plan and invest in your growth

Featured Instructor-Led Course

Staff Recruitment Training

October 26, 2026 | 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

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Hiring managers, search committee members, and search support will gain a practical understanding of the recruitment process for Civil Service and Administrative Professional positions. Topics include the legal framework for recruitment, the individual recruitment phases, and best practice tips to consider during the overall process.

Faculty Recruitment Training

October 27, 2026 | 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.

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Designed to give hiring managers, search committee members, and search support a practical understanding of the recruitment process for Faculty positions, this course describes the legal framework for recruitment, the individual recruitment phases, and best practice tips to consider during the overall process.

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Washington State University supports continuous learning at every stage of your career. Whether you’re completing assigned training or exploring new areas of interest, learning helps you strengthen your skills and better understand the resources available to you.

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Additional Resources
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System-wide Assignments and Important Job-related Training

Training at WSU includes a mix of required and recommended learning. Some training is assigned automatically based on your role, while other learning opportunities are available for you to explore when they align with your goals.

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Elevating Cougs

The Elevating Cougs conference is a university‑wide, two-day professional development event that brings employees together to learn, share knowledge, and grow. Designed for Cougs, by Cougs, it highlights the collective expertise across WSU while supporting continuous learning at all career stages.

Go to the Elevating Cougs website
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Employee Assistance Program Webinars

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free, confidential program that promotes the health, safety, and well-being of public service employees across Washington state. Use access code WSU to explore available resources in the Work/Life Portal.

Go to WSU's EAP Portal
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Tools to Help You Grow

Growth comes from being willing to try something new, even when it feels unfamiliar. This section introduces features you can use to personalize your learning experience, stay organized, and build your skills over time.

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Support for Learning Administrators

Our Learning Administrator Support pages include info on becoming a Learning Admin, expectations, and reporting and troubleshooting resources.

Go to the Learning Administrator Toolkit
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Here to help you succeed

Questions about training, learning tools, or next steps for professional development can come up at any time. When they do, support and guidance are available to help you move forward with confidence.

Email the Learning & Organizational Development team for help.