Welcome!

The Classified Staff Development Program is intended to provide opportunities to attend classes and workshops that will promote outstanding departments, programs and services, while fostering the creativity, personal growth and advancement of our employees. 

Flex Days

Classified staff may attend Flex Day workshops either in person or via Zoom. There is no cost for Flex Day activities. Learn more about Flex Days.

Location and Contact

Vivian Paw
Accounting Technician

Phone: (650) 738-4209
Email: pawv@smccd.edu

Please check the CTTL Calendar for upcoming workshops

Classifed Senate Professional Development Page

The Skyline College Classified Senate maintains a page with details on professional development and forms for classified staff. Check out the Classified Senate PD Page.

Professional Development Academy

The San Mateo Community College District makes a variety of professional development courses available to its employees via the professional development academy.

Visit the Professional Development Academy for more details.

Eligibility and Funds for External Professional Development

  • Permanent Classified employees, who have completed the required probationary period.
  • Maximum of $1000 per conference/workshop/training per fiscal year.
  • Application is used for workshops, conferences, or trainings (online or in person).
  • Pre-Approval form must be signed by the division dean.
  • Questions? Contact Vivian Paw.

Many useful forms for employees can be found in the District Downloads.

Application - Two Steps

  1. Complete Conference Attendance Pre-Approval Form  
    • Have it signed by your division Dean.
    • Attach any pertinent documentation. 
    • The form must be completed and submitted at least 30 days before in-state and out-of-state conferences.
  2. Digitally sign and submit the Application for CSD Funds for Conference/Workshops/Trainings   to your Immediate Supervisor and  the Division Dean for approval and signatures.

Submit a CTTL Workshop Proposal

CTTL hosts workshops presented by Skyline College faculty and staff. 

  • Consider Skyline College goals and initiatives.
  • Complete the CTTL Workshop Proposal Form (button on right).
  • The Professional Development Coordinator will be in touch with you. 
Propose a Workshop