Welcome! This is the Saint Paul chapter's website on the new IAAP Web Community. If you are new to IAAP or would like more information about the Saint Paul chapter and the organization as a whole, please check out the "Saint Paul Chapter" tab above.

SAINT PAUL MEMBERS
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  • Click here to access the "How To" to navigate the Saint Paul Chapter site
  • Build your profile and upload your photograph through the "Network" tab above.
  • Access the Connections newsletters and chapter information through the "Saint Paul Chapter" tab above.
  • Access Job Opportunities through the "Saint Paul Chapter" tab above

COMMUNITY NEWS

Mission:  To identify and promote educational and association activities for members, prospective members and future administrative professionals that will develop and enhance their expertise, competence, and professionalism that they offer to the business community.  Also, to provide quality programs and speakers to increase skills, knowledge, and enhance best practices in the workplace.  Encourage networking for members to ask questions, and to seek advise and expertise.

Objectives: 
  • Build our reputation in the Saint Paul business community
  • Provide educational opportunities for our members
  • Provide networking opportunities for our members
  • Being a resource for our members
  • Help our members continue to grow both professionally and personally

The Saint Paul Chapter meets the first Wednesday of every month, September through June (except January) unless otherwise posted.  Schedule the year now!

IAAP News - Recertification

New changes to certification and recertification

Certification Materials

 

All recertification materials have been updated to reflect the new changes. This includes the application and spreadsheet for those personally applying for recertification, and the information chapters need to submit their programs for recertification consideration. Here is a list of those document numbers to help you easily find them in the Resource Library on the web community:

Document
Document ID
Recertification Application Packet
112
Recertification Spreadsheet
113
Recertification Program Application
993
Recertification Program App Directions
994
Recertification Topics (What Counts/What Doesn't)
2714
CPS and CAP Exam Outline through May 2011
5382

There is also a section of the main IAAP website (www.iaap-hq.org), under the tab titled Professional Development, devoted to certification and recertification. You will find all of the certification documents there as well.  

CHAPTER NEWS

Wednesday, September 1, 2010  - Registration Form

Generational Issues in the Work Place by Val King

Oak Marsh Country Club
526 Inwood Avenue North
Oakdale, MN 55128

5:00 p.m.    Registration and Networking
6:00 p.m.    Dinner
6:30 p.m.    Business Meeting
7:00 p.m.    Program

Come early and visit with Vendors and network with other IAAP Members!

Watch for more details and registration in the September Saint Paul Connections.    

IAAP News - MN-ND-SD Division

2010-2011 MN-ND-SD Division Meeting Opportunities!

2010 Fall Division Educational Conference
October 15-17, 2010
Sugar Lake Lodge - www.sugarlakelodge.com
37584 Otis Lane, Cohasset, MN  55721
Reserve your room now by calling 800-450-4555. Make your reservations before September 22, 2010. 
Registration information coming soon!

2011 Division Annual Meeting & Spring Conference
May 20-22, 2011
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes - www.lodgehotelsbrainerd.com
6967 Lake Forest Road, Baxter, MN  56425
Group rooms will be held until April 19, 2011.  Call 877-687-5634.

IAAP News - International

2010-2011 International Meeting Opportunities

2010 Fall Conference, Louisville, KY
October 17-20, 2010
"The Core Characteristics Of A Champion"

Believe it or not, the end of summer is approaching fast, and it's time to start thinking about Fall Conference! This year's event will be held at the Hilton Seelbach Hotel in Louisville, Ken. This 2½ day conference provides opportunities to network, share ideas, problems and solutions with other admins.  You will have the opportunity to hear three to four top-notch presenters and return to your job with renewed energy and vitality.  You will also receive recertification points if you are an active CPS or CAP holder. For more information, visit www.iaap-hq.org/events.

 

2011 Spring Conference, Tampa, FL
March 6-9, 2011 

Hyatt Regency Hotel

2011 EFAM, Montreal, Quebec (Educational Forum & Annual Meeting)

2011 Fall Conference in San Diego, Calif., October 9-12, 2011, at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina.

 

Educational Opportunities

HP offers free classes. 

Office Depot also offers classes.  Note:  They have taken the summer off.  

Check out our educational opportunities: the OPTIONS program, workshops and desktop learning. With so much available, there's no reason not to advance your career all year with the help of IAAP. Make the decision today to grow your career.

Non-IAAP Events

Employers Association Offers Practical Training for Administrative Professionals

IAAP's partner, Employers Association (EA) offers a training curriculum packed with programs of benefit to administrative professionals. EA's course list includes sessions on management skills, interpersonal relationships, business writing, verbal communication, conflict management, presentatios, time management and problem solving.

Employers Association March to May 10 Catalogue.pdf