Certified New York State Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)
Echoes Instructional Design is available to provide online and on-site training solutions and organizational consulting to:
- public and private schools
- city and state agencies
- youth and foster care programs
- adult education programs
- senior service agencies
All programs focus on universal access and provide multi-modal instructional materials. Programs can be tailored to meet the specific needs of each school or organization.
Training Solutions
Effective Time Management (Part 1)
An on-site program designed to introduce personal and workplace strategies to improve time management skills. Workbooks and giveaways are provided. A maximum of 15-20 participants per session is recommended. Multiple sessions may operate simultaneously.
Time To Improve Your Outlook (Part 2)
This departmental follow up to the Effective Time Management training will review advanced MS Outlook productivity features and their application to time management. Time is allocated for individual desktop customization. Email efficiency will also be addressed.
Microsoft Office Suite
Our trainers offer sessions on Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project. Programs can be delivered on-site or via web-based learning technologies. They can be tailored to meet your business needs.
Write for Business
This course develops the business writing skills of working professionals. Participants engage in targeted exercises focusing on the development of clear and concise text. The program reviews basic grammar, writing style(s) and structure, critical thinking, and editing skills. Write for Business can be delivered on-site or via web-based technologies.
Interviewing Skills
We provide training for both sides of the interviewer’s desk. Students and job-seekers learn how to present themselves effectively. Employers and hiring managers learn what to ask, what to look for, and how to narrow the candidate pool.
Apps and Software Training
Improve productivity and collaboration with the integration of new tools including Dropbox, Evernote, Skype, Go To Meeting, and Prezi.
Customized Trainings
Our team of instructional design professionals will tailor training programs to meet your organizational objectives. Programs can be delivered on-site or via web-based learning technologies.
Organizational Consulting
Workflow Analysis
A comprehensive Workflow Analysis will clarify operational issues and provide documentation of departmental and position-specific processes (estimated 1.5 hours/department).
Change Facilitation
Using the Workflow Analysis and organizational priorities, Echoes Instructional Design, Inc. will develop a long-term strategy for change. We will work with stakeholders to identify, accept, and implement new solutions.