Disability Awareness Training for Businesses

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    Why employers should sign up for this training

    The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Disability Awareness Training is designed to increase workforce inclusion and help employers benefit from the unique skillsets of qualified individuals with disabilities. 

    Through our Disability Awareness Training, businesses will learn best practices for recruitment, hiring and retention that will promote a more inclusive workplace for people with disabilities. By adopting these best practices, they create an inclusive work environment for ALL employees.  

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    About the training

    Disability Awareness Training is for organizations wanting to diversify their workplace and promote an inclusive work environment. Trainees will get an overview of disabilities, learn about inclusive recruitment, hiring and retention best practices, and get the tools to create a work environment supportive of all. Disability Awareness Training courses are available virtually on our YesLMS learning management system and can be completed at your own pace. 

    Employers that complete the free virtual training will receive a Disability Awareness Training certification of completion and will have access to ongoing support from VRS Business Consultants to build on acquired skills.  

    Please contact our VRS Business Consultant Evie Wold at Evie.Wold@state.mn.us to sign up for our virtual Disability Awareness Training.

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    Benefits of an inclusive work environment

    • Different perspectives that support business growth 
    • Better communication, leading to better collaboration and support 
    • Increased trust and empathy between staff and employers 
    • More effective processes and enhanced innovation 
    • Enhanced disability and cultural awareness 
    • Increased productivity and motivation 
    • Culture of belonging that invites input and participation 
    • Greater job satisfaction and retention 
    • Enhanced company reputation 

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