Career Coaching
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Career Coaching Resources
Career coaching is an opportunity for teammates to receive career advice and support, including access to resources from a certified career coach. Coaches are also able to help teammates clarify their professional or educational goals.
Individual Education Coaching
This type of coaching is available through Bright Horizons. All teammates, including PRN teammates can schedule an appointment to discuss personalized education plans, evaluate previous coursework and prior learning, learn about discounts or other benefits available through the Education Network, or receive assistance on the admissions and college financing process.
- Log into your EdAssist Portal to schedule an appointment
- Other individual career coaching is available only to selected Workforce Development participants in the Rise to Success, Education that Works and RN Educational Assistance programs.
Group Career Coaching
During this two-part class, participants will assess personal interests and motivational skills, learn about the Atrium Health career search process and create an action plan to reach career goals.
During each class, participants will be expected to:
- Be fully present. This class if full of interactive work
- Choose curiosity over judgment.
- Trust the process
- Have fun!
Very important: Each session is held for two hours on two separate days. Teammates must be able to attend the full two-day, two-hour session. If you cannot attend both days, please register for another session. All teammates at any location may attend the Virtual Group Career Coaching sessions.
All Teammates. All Regions Welcome
Greater Charlotte Teammates
Wake Forest Baptist Teammates
Online, Self-Directed Resources
Teammates who seek career coaching are encouraged to complete the following courses in the new Learning on Demand portal. To access the entire “Learning on Demand Course Catalog, visit the PeopleConnect site and search "Learning on Demand".
Career Planning
Important Skills to Have
Education Webinars for All Teammates
General Information Sessions
Available on demand, but you must register to view
Career Advancement Webinars
Available on demand, but you must register to view
- Expanding Your Skillset Through Leadership Opportunities
Available on demand
Join us for a presentation on practical strategies for building the skills you need to succeed. We’ll go over different leadership styles, as well as relevant trainings and education opportunities to pursue.
- Before You Borrow: Exploring Options to Finance Your Degree
Available on demand
In today’s discussion, we’ll review your financing options, the responsibilities that go along with borrowing, and important things to consider, such as planning for your whole degree, your future financial goals, and your family.
- Career Wellness & Stress Management
Available on demand
There are realistic approaches and effective coping strategies that can help you manage stress more effectively. In this webinar, we’ll provide tips to help you protect your physical and mental well-being, re-energize, and reap the benefits of increased job performance and satisfaction at work.
- The Key to Balancing Your Career & Education: Time Management
Available on demand
- A Collective Approach to Leadership — What It Means For You
Available on demand
- Six Essential Career Tools Part 1 — Position Yourself for Success
Available on demand
- Six Essential Career Tools Part 2 — Advance Your Career by Showcasing Your Skills
Available on demand
- Six Essential Career Tools Part 3 — How To Brand Yourself for Career Success
Available on demand
- What You Need to Know About Earning an Online Degree
Available on demand
- Get Your Degree Faster With Transfer and Alternative Credits
Available on demand
Finding the Best Program for You
Available on demand, but you must register to view
- Considering Going Back to School? Here’s What You Need to Know
Available on demand
Starting the college process is a big task for adult learners. Join us as we explore the proven benefits of earning and review topics like the online and on-campus courses, accreditation, credit for prior learning, and how to spend less money on your education.
- Certifications, Certificates, and MOOCs — Which Is Right for Me?
Available on demand
Are you looking for ways to improve your skillset and stay competitive in today’s workforce? Join us for an overview of certifications, certificates, and MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) — program options that might be a good fit for you and your career.
- MBA 101: Is It Right for Me?
Available on demand
Pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a big decision. This webinar will provide you with the information you need to determine if an MBA is right for you and what factors to consider before applying to a program.
- How to Choose a Major
Available on demand
Wondering where to start when it comes to deciding on a major? During this webinar, we’ll discuss topics like career goals, subjects of interest, personal and professional strengths, potential obstacles and solutions. We’ll also provide tools that will help you research occupations and college majors.
- Exploring Careers in Allied Health
Available on demand
Join our webinar for an overview of patient-care and non-patient-care opportunities in hospitals and healthcare facilities, and learn how to grow your career within your own organization.
- Get Your RN: Education Pathways to Become a Nurse
Available on demand
Other Learning Opportunities
- Greater Charlotte and Navicent Teammates: Visit CORE Connect > Learning for a Catalog of classes for all teammates
- Wake Forest Baptist Teammates: Log in to the Wake Forest Education site
Mentoring Resources for Teammates
Medical Assistants (CMA) Mentoring Program for current Atrium Health CMAs and RMAs
Leadership Mentoring Circles open only to Atrium Health leaders. Application window opens several times each year.
System Resource Groups (SRGs) support recruitment, workforce engagement and retention, and professional development for teammates. Visit the Diversity and Inclusion site for more information on the SRGs below:
- Mentoring Program for Women on the Road to Success (MPWRS) SRG connects accomplished women executives with emerging leaders to provide personal and professional guidance and empower them to achieve their potential.
MPWRS is sponsored by the Women’s Executive Leadership Group (WELG), the longest-running System Resource Group (SRG) within Atrium Health. The application process opens in May-June.
Eligibility: Women who meet the following criteria may apply to participate in the MPWRS mentoring program:
- Atrium Health teammate for at least 2 years and in current department for at least 1 year
- In a manager role with at least one direct report for 1 year or more*
- Demonstrated leadership skills and civic engagement
- Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher
*Note: If you are a manager without direct reports, but believe you are eligible based on responsibility and scope and/or influence, please offer an explanation on the application, demonstrating how your work spans cross-functional teams and/or how you demonstrate influence broadly across Atrium Health.
For more information contact: diversityandinclusion@atriumhealth.org and use the subject line: “MPWRS”
- A2 WeXcel Together SRG is sponsored by African- American Women Exemplifying Commitment to Equity and Leadership (A2WeXcel) System Resource Group (SRG) within Atrium Health.
- WeXcel Together is sponsored by African- American Women Exemplifying Commitment to Equity and Leadership (A2WeXcel) System Resource Group (SRG) within Atrium Health. For more information, contact WeXcel.Together@atriumhealth.org.
- Young Professionals SRG facilitates professional development opportunities and relationships among professionals of all ages by building programs to help them advance their personal and professional growth within Atrium Health.
- Unidos Latino/Hispanic SRG is open to teammates and allies, with a connection, an affinity or an interest in making a positive difference in the work lives of Latino teammates and the community we serve
For more information visit the Diversity and Inclusion System Resource Groups page.
Additional Resources
For more information, see all Career Development Center Frequently Asked Questions.