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Workforce Development Week is now live!

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Don’t miss our live session today from noon to 1 p.m. Pacific time.

Explore our learning paths sessions. Engage in activities for prizes.

Know your resources. Grow your career. Shape the future.


Overview

Find Kaiser Permanente’s career resources in one place. Join sessions at the fourth virtual Workforce Development Week, October 6 to 8.

You can:

  • Attend live, hourlong events.
  • Engage in activities for prizes.
  • Explore 4 learning paths with 5-minute, recorded sessions to fit your goals.
  • Find tools and resources to grow your career.
  • Vote for the best training program.

The event is open to all employees. Attend as your duties allow.

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Host: National Workforce Planning and Development

Sponsors: Kaiser Permanente, Alliance of Health Care Unions, Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions

How to Play

To play, first register or log in for Workforce Development Week. Then you can earn points and collect badges by doing activities during the week.

Earn at least 300 points to be entered into a random prize drawing:

  • 1 winner: Apple iPad
  • 1 winner: Apple AirPods
  • 25 winners: selfie ring light

Jump in and start earning. It’s a fun way to learn. And you might win a prize!
Bonus: We want your feedback on the event. Fill out our 2-minute survey to be entered into a random prize drawing. The winner will get Apple AirPods.

Note: All who register can earn points, collect badges, and move up the leaderboard. To be eligible for the prize drawings, you must be a Kaiser Permanente employee.


The point system

  • Learning Paths: 25 points for each completed session
  • Skill Boosts: 50 points for each completed session
  • Live Events: 50 points for each live session

Badge levels

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25 to 100 points

Builder Level Badge image

101 to 300 points

Innovator Level Badge image

301 to 600 points

Mentor Level Badge image

601 to 900 points

Trailblazer Level Badge image

901+ points

The leaderboard is open October 6 through 11. See rules.

Ready to rise to the top? Move up the leaderboard by doing activities during Workforce Development Week.

See how you stack up. The more you learn, the more points you earn — and the higher you climb. You might even win a prize.

Live events

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Take Charge of Your Career
October 6, noon to 1 p.m. Pacific time

Navigate your career with confidence. Learn how the 3 A’s of career agency can help you grow. Join author Julie Winkle Giulioni for steps you can take. She will host a panel of employees and managers, who will share tips on how to build awareness, expand access, and take action.

Watch Recording
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Managing Uncertainty
October 7, noon to 1 p.m. Pacific time

It’s not just you. Employee uncertainty has grown. How can our workforce lead when the answers aren’t clear? Join author and journalist Simone Stolzoff for research-backed strategies to navigate change at work. Get tips to manage uncertainty no matter your role. See how to turn the unknown to your advantage.

Watch Recording
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Elevating Human Skills for Winning Teams
October 8, noon to 1 p.m. Pacific time

Technology is transforming work. But the secret to winning teams isn’t just smarter tech — it’s stronger human skills. Join nursing innovation, HR, and union leaders for a candid talk on skills our workforce needs to succeed. Learn how to keep people at the center of progress.

Watch Recording
Learning Paths

Explore 4 unique learning paths designed to fit your career goals. Choose one path — or mix and match across multiple — for a personalized experience. Access quick, 5-minute sessions anytime and earn points as you learn.

  • EXPLORE: Not sure where to start? Go here for assessments and career tools to find your direction.
  • GROW: Ready to build your skills? Access courses, tuition support, and resources to take charge of your career.
  • CONNECT: Want to expand your network? See how to find a mentor, join communities, and make new connections.
  • EMPOWER (Managers): Looking to lead and support your team? Get practical tips and tools to help you and your team succeed.


Plan your next step. KP Career Planning can help you explore options.

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Get a quick read on where you’re strongest — and where a small shift could unlock growth. This self-assessment helps you to focus your development.

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Curious about your next career step at Kaiser Permanente? PathSavvy helps you explore pathways and find out what it can take to get there.

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A few minutes here can make collaboration easier. Find your work style and pick up one idea to use with others.

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Emotional intelligence supports better relationships at work and at home. Take a short quiz to see where you stand.

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Want a simple way to keep learning on track? This checklist helps you choose a focus and follow through.

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Need help getting started or getting unstuck? Copilot, your AI chat for work, can support your career ideas and skill building.

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Wondering which roles are in demand and what they require? Check out the Kaiser Permanente job profiles to see where you might want to explore next.

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Ready for a small boost with a big payoff? This Skill Boost introduces an easy way to build a self-improvement plan (and earn 50 points).

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If you’re represented by a union, you may have education trust benefits that can support your next step. Start here to see what’s available.

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The Ben Hudnall Memorial Trust offers career services for eligible employees. See how it could help you move forward.

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The SEIU UHW-West & Joint Employer Education Fund offers education and training benefits for eligible employees. See what support you may be able to use.

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If you’re in the Washington Region and eligible, the Healthcare Training Fund can support education and career goals. See what it offers.

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Need a starting point for career resources at Kaiser Permanente? MyKP Career and learning brings key links together in one place.

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Considering a class, certificate, or degree? See how tuition reimbursement can help you do it.

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Looking for on-demand learning that you can fit into your week? Skillsoft has a range of options to support your goals.

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Are you an individual contributor who wants to be a people leader? KP Leadership University has a program to support your growth.

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Turn downtime into learning time. The KP Libby library makes it easy to pick up an e-book or audiobook.

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A growth mindset can change how you learn, respond, and improve. Take this Skill Boost to build the habit — and earn 50 points.

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Perform & Grow is Kaiser Permanente’s approach to ongoing feedback and development. Watch for a short overview of what to expect.

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Need a quick reset? Calm and Headspace offer ways to help you focus and manage stress.

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Mentoring is a skill you can build. This pathway shares practical ideas you can use right away.

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Tuition assistance through your education trust may cover school costs up front. Take a look at what might apply to you.

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Want to build skills for your current role — or the next one? Your education trust may have professional development options to explore.

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Balancing work and school can be tough. Wage replacement may help. Start here to learn the basics.

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If tech is a barrier to learning, support may be available. Take a look at laptop and Wi-Fi options through the education trusts.

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The Business Resource Group Program is a great way to connect, learn, and contribute beyond your role. Explore what’s available and how to get involved.

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A mentor can help you think through your next step. KP Mentoring makes it easier to connect and learn from others.

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Your Talent Profile helps others see your skills and interests. A quick update now can support new opportunities.

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Want a new way to build skills and visibility? Stretch assignments and Business Innovation Groups offer short-term and longer-term ways to contribute and learn.

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Want to stay aware of new openings? A current profile and alerts can help you track opportunities over time.

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Building relationships supports career growth. This Skill Boost shares practical ways to strengthen your network (and earn 50 points).

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If you’re a newly licensed registered nurse, Kaiser Permanente has a program to support your growth.

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Are you an experienced registered nurse who wants to move into a new ambulatory specialty or practice setting? Kaiser Permanente has a nursing fellowship program that can support your next step.

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Informational interviews are a simple way to learn about roles before you apply. Start here for a few tips to help you reach out.

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Professional associations can help you learn and make connections outside your daily work. See which groups you can join at no cost.

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When you volunteer, you do more than give back. See how KPCares can help you connect with co-workers, grow your network, and learn about career paths.

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Managers play a key role in development. This toolkit offers practical tips and resources you can use with your team.

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Career conversations don’t have to be complicated. Get coaching tips you can use to support growth on your team.

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Short on time? Microsoft 365 Learning Pathways offer tips you can use right away.

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Perform & Grow supports ongoing conversations to help your team succeed. Get a brief, manager-focused overview.

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Want to improve how your team works together? This tool helps you identify work styles and start a conversation.

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Looking to grow as a leader at Kaiser Permanente? KP Leadership University offers programs and tools to support your development.

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Not sure how to guide career path conversations? This resource offers tips for managers.

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Consensus can help teams move forward with shared ownership. Get a quick introduction and a tool you can try.

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Want a template for development conversations? Take this Skill Boost to help support your team’s growth (and earn 50 points).

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Need training to meet a workforce need? Education trusts may be able to partner with you on a customized program.

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EPIC Awards: Vote Now

Register or log in to watch the nominee videos now. Then vote for your favorite workforce development training program.

Choose who Wins
Education Partnerships Inspiring Change (EPIC) Awards

The EPIC Awards highlight the best workforce development training programs in the Labor Management Partnership.

Who will win? It’s up to you and your peers.

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  • Watch the 7 nominee videos
  • Vote for your favorite by October 11

Your vote decides the winner!

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Colorado Mammography Earn and Learn Training Program

The program improves care, grows careers, and addresses staffing challenges in hard-to-fill roles.

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Hawaii Skin and Wound Care Training and Certification

The program has filled gaps to strengthen care for our members and grow our nurses.

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Mid-Atlantic States Medical Assistant Certification Training

The program supported workers through change, meeting the need for certification in the region.

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Northern California Medical Assistant Externship

The program enabled career growth and set a model to expand externships in key roles.

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Northwest Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality

The project strengthened the team’s ability to assess and treat high-risk patients.

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Southern California Inpatient Pharmacy Tech Training Program

The program builds a career pipeline to address a critical workforce shortage.

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Washington Wound and Ostomy Care Certification

The program addresses a critical shortage of wound care nurses to improve care and grow careers.

Success Stories

Watch employees and managers share their stories of career growth. Cheer them on. Get inspired. Learn about resources that can unlock your potential.

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Speakers

Meet our professionals



Alan Brisbon portrait

ALAN BRISBON

Project Manager IV, HR Strategy and Management, Kaiser Permanente

Jessica Butz portrait

JESSICA BUTZ

Director, Workforce Planning and Development, Alliance of Health Care Unions; Co-Director, Ben Hudnall Memorial Trust

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KEVIN CHRISTENSEN

National Coordinator, Workforce Planning and Development, Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions

Ghada Dunbar portrait

GHADA DUNBAR

Senior Director, Southern California/Hawaii Regional Patient Care Services, Nursing Professional Development and Education, Kaiser Permanente

Brian Faison portrait

BRIAN FAISON

Georgia Regional Service Leader, Health Plan Operations, Kaiser Permanente

Sharon Hampton portrait

SHARON HAMPTON

Chief Nurse Executive, San Leandro Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente

Rhea Hindemit portrait

RHEA HINDEMIT

Alliance Chair, Northwest Workforce Planning and Development; Tech Chair, OFNHP

Ken Joseph portrait

KEN JOSEPH

Senior Director, Enterprise Technology, Enterprise Learning and Development, Kaiser Permanente

Art Klein portrait

ART KLEIN

Executive Director, AI Products, Kaiser Permanente

Tiffany Knudsen portrait

TIFFANY KNUDSEN

Physician Assistant, Colorado, Kaiser Permanente

Albert Mossman portrait

ALBERT MOSSMAN

Vice President, Office of Labor Management Partnership, Kaiser Permanente; Co-Director, Ben Hudnall Memorial Trust

Anna Reynoso portrait

ANNA REYNOSO

Executive Director, Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions

Melody Routley portrait

MELODY ROUTLEY

National Director, Nursing Professional Transitions and Development Programs, Kaiser Permanente

Hal Ruddick portrait

HAL RUDDICK

Executive Director, Alliance of Health Care Unions

Ebony Smith portrait

EBONY SMITH

Process Improvement Consultant V, National Health Plan, Kaiser Permanente

Simone Stolzoff portrait

SIMONE STOLZOFF

Author, Journalist, Speaker

Julie Winkle Giulioni portrait

JULIE WINKLE GIULIONI

Author, Speaker, Consultant

Bryan Wynn portrait

BRYAN WYNN

Vice President and National Bargaining Director, UFCW International; Trustee, Ben Hudnall Memorial Trust

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