Extended Leaves of Absence - Training Eligibility
The Extended Leaves of Absence training equips Initiators and Approvers with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to process and review Extended Leave transactions in UCPath. Learners will build foundational knowledge of leave types, job protections, income replacement, UCPath workflows, and Berkeley-specific processes before applying these concepts to realistic leave scenarios in the UCPath training environment.
Through the two-part training series, learners will practice creating and updating leave requests, processing returns from leave, navigating approval workflows, and using available resources to make informed processing decisions. The training emphasizes critical thinking, transaction accuracy, and understanding the downstream impacts of Extended Leave transactions.
Eligible Groups Include:
- Certain ERSO and L&S transactors
- Berkeley Regional Services (BRS) Users
Required for:
- Initiators submitting Extended Leaves of Absence transactions.
- Approvers approving and denying Extended Leaves of Absence transactions.
Training Requirements
Technology Pre-Requisites
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Access to Global Protect VPN using the Library Access Full Tunnel gateway.
- Comfort with the following technology:
- multiple screens
- Zoom
- Google Suite (Calendar, Docs, Sheets)
- PDFs
- Check out our Technology Skills for UCPath Training webpage for links to technology training.
Training Pre-Requisites
Completion of Intro to UCPath (Live Instructor-Led Training)
Intro to UCPath provides the foundational knowledge needed to successfully navigate UCPath and understand how transactions impact employees, departments, and downstream workflows. This course is required before completing most module-specific UCPath training.
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Format: Live Instructor-Led Training (ILT)
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Length: 5 hours
- Register for the Intro course through the UC Learning Center.
- This course provides an overview of UCPath, PeopleSoft, and key system modules for users performing transactions beyond self-service.
- In this course, you will:
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Explore UCPath's core functions, modules, and interconnected workflows.
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Practice navigating UCPath, including inquiry pages like Person Organizational Summary, Job Data, Workforce Job Summary, and Add/Update Position Info.
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Learn key UCPath terminology, concepts, and Berkeley-specific support resources.
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Understand how transactions in one module can impact other areas of UCPath.
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Build a foundation for completing module-specific training and performing transactions with confidence.
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Extended Leaves of Absence 2-Part Training Series
Part 1: On Demand eCourse
- Time required: 90 - 120 minutes
- Format: online eCourse
- Required for: Extended Leaves of Absence Initiators & Approvers
- Content: A self-paced eCourse that provides the foundational knowledge needed to process and review Extended Leave transactions in UCPath. Learners will explore leave fundamentals, UCPath workflows, common leave scenarios, job protections and income replacement, and Berkeley-specific best practices for accurate leave processing.
- Assessment: Learners will complete a knowledge assessment to verify understanding of Extended Leaves concepts, terminology, workflows, and best practices. Successful completion requires a score of 80% or higher.
Part 2: Live (Zoom) Practice Session
- Time required: 90 minutes
- Format: live instructor-led training on Zoom
- Register for a practice session through the UC Learning Center.
- Important: The UC Learning Center requires learners to complete the eCourse before they can register for a live practice session.
- Required for: Extended Leaves of Absence Initiators & Approvers
- Content: A live practice session designed to reinforce and apply concepts introduced in the Extended Leaves of Absence eCourse. Learners will work through guided demonstrations, activities, and realistic leave scenarios while practicing Extended Leave transactions in the UCPath training environment.
- Assessment: Learners will complete transactions in the UCPath training environment to demonstrate skill readiness and transaction accuracy. Successful completion requires a precision score of 80% or higher.