Labor Education Program
The Labor Education Program (LEP) provides
educational services and training programs for
labor organizations and workers. Programs are conducted for local unions, central labor
councils, and international unions at the regional or district level. Several seminars
are held each year which draw participants from Arkansas and surrounding states. LEP
provides training in traditional areas such as steward training, collective bargaining,
arbitration, effective leadership, and workplace safety. In addition, LEP develops specific
programs in response to needs expressed by client unions.
The LEP also houses the Workplace Skills Enhancement Program (WSEP). The purpose of WSEP is to
provide information, resources, and services that will assist in providing the training
necessary to equip workers to participate in today's global economy. The program is structured
to help working men and women to acquire the foundation skills and knowledge essential to
perform effectively on the job and to achieve their occupational goals.
