Personal Empowerment Training
Do you want to improve your self-esteem? Are you seeking ways to motivate, attract and retain employees? Personal Empowerment Training is rooted in emotional intelligence training and offers participants the tools and techniques to build self-confidence and become the best version of themselves.
Trainings
Intro to Emotional Intelligence
In this engaging workshop, participants will explore the powerful concept of Emotional Intelligence (EI) and how it impacts both self-awareness and relationships. Through real-world examples, participants will gain practical tools for applying EI principles in their personal and professional lives. Examples of empowerment concepts will also be discussed to help participants understand how to use EI to foster growth, resilience, and positive connections.
Location: 107 College Drive. Butler, PA 16002, Business & Workforce Building, Room 183
Cost: $49/per person
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24 Hour Personal Empowerment Training - Benefiting the Butler County Recovery Community
Personal Empowerment is for all human beings. It allows everyone to respect and honor the inherent value within ourselves and for each other. Rooted in emotional intelligence, participants will learn over 40 concepts such as beliefs, self-esteem, empathy, active listening and managing conflict. This 24-hour cohort-based learning experience incorporates high levels of activity and engagement. Participants will experience increased knowledge, practice and application that encourage new perspectives and habits. The common theme for this program is building hope for one’s future.
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
Training Date: Tuesdays | March 4 - April 29, 2025
Training Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Space is limited. Register by February 26.
Location: BC3 Main Campus, Business & Workforce Building, Rm 183
Cost: Free
Training Date: Thursdays | March 20 - May 15, 2025
Training Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Space is limited. Register by March 14.
Concepts
Personal Empowerment Training is anchored in four foundational building blocks:
Participant Testimonials
“This is a training that will benefit you as an employee, leader, sibling, friend, parent, etc. If you have the opportunity to participate, make the time. You will be glad you did!”
- Amy Franz, Regional Vice President, United Way
“Discover things about yourself that can make you the best you.”
- Sue Benes, Senior Project Manager, Coherent
“I learned how to implement empowerment in my daily life. More people need to take this class. It will benefit anyone who participates.”
- Dominique Eckley, Student, Slippery Rock University
Meet the Trainers
Training delivered by Empowerment Institute certified instructors:

Butler County Prison

Community Initiatives, BC3

ADV and Associates Consulting, LLC

Grace Community Church
About the Empowerment Initiative
The Butler County Growth Collaborative empowerment initiative, in collaboration with BC3, intends to address a workforce shortage by providing training to residents who face barriers to employment and by creating a countywide culture of empowerment.
Advisory Board Members
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- Lisa Campbell, Butler County Community College
- Amanda Feltenberger, Butler County Human Services
- Mark Gordon, Butler County Growth Collaborative
- Brian Llewellyn, Center for Community Resources
- Maria Malloy, Board of Commissioners
- Mary Salony, Tri-County Workforce Investment Board