Remote Professional Certification
The Remote Professional Certification is for the fully remote or hybrid remote worker. This comprehensive online, self-paced program focuses on topics important to remote workers organized within our PACE Model: Productivity, Access, Communication, Engagement.
Learners have access to resources, tools, and downloads for ready application. Learning experiences introduce and reinforce professional expectations and standards of working remotely using scenario based training, theory, and practical application.
WorkForceRemote.org is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for
SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.
Earn 12 PDCs
SHRM Activity ID: 25-QMJUA
Courses & Key Topics
Following are the four courses and a sampling of key topics within each course that make up our Remote Professional Certification track. Each course takes approximately 3 hours to complete for a total of 12 hours of professional development training.
Productivity 101
Discover research-based strategies for identifying and overcoming challenges, boosting your productivity in the remote work environment.Optimizing the Remote Environment
Ergonomics Basics
Calculating Remote Environment Productivity (REP) Score
Time Management
Procrastination
Task Management
Project Management
Goal Setting
Work-Life Balance
Quantifying Productivity
Ethics and Productivity
Code of Ethics for Productivity
And more…
Access 102
Explore topics including devices, connectivity, cybersecurity, and ethics. Learn the basics of technology tools for remotes to safe online.Cyber Security
Remote Hardware
Troubleshooting
Remote Software
HelpDesk Checklist
Remote Speed Tests
Password Hygiene
Environmental Awareness
File Sharing
Video Conferencing
Email, IMs, Phone
Technology Policies
Ethics and Access
Code of Ethics for Access
And more…
Comm 103
Apply strategies to effectively and professionaly communicate through a variety of digital channels within the remote environment.Remote Communication Model
Channel Etiquette
Intercultural Communication
Multi-Generational Considerations
Multi-Channel Mastery
Communication Pitfalls & Strategies
Minimizing Barriers & Noise
Communication competence
Building Rapport
Impression Management
Code of Ethics for Communication
And more…
Engagement 104
Learn ways to engage with remote teams, work, and organizational culture to increase job satisfaction and belonging in a remote environment.Engagement in a Remote Environment
Emotional Intelligence
Psychological Safety
Motivation
Virtual Socialization
Organizational Culture
Connecting Work to Purpose
Individual Differences, Attitudes, and Personalities
Multi-Generational Workplace
Working on Remote Teams
Professional Development
Code of Ethics for Engagement
And more…
Ready, Set, Learn
$395
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- Self-Paced
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- Digital Credentials
