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Padgett-Thompson and Keye Productivity Center - now National Seminars, have been providing popular, skill-building training that dramatically improves the way people work since 1977. Whether you need training through our public seminars, books, tapes and software — or you want us to bring a program directly to your place of business through our Padgett-Thompson On-Site division — you can be sure you're receiving the latest in business strategy, best practices, and skill-building information.

No matter how far we've gone or how fast we've grown, we still operate on the same principles stated by our founders — provide the highest quality training at reasonable prices and back it up with a 100-percent guarantee. If you're not happy with your training, you get your registration fee back. It's what's made us the most trusted training company in the industry.

We invite you to take a look around our site and experience what Padgett-Thompson and Keye Productivity Center customers have known for years: You will achieve more with us!

Click a Category To See a List Of Seminars and Training Classes Offered by National Seminars formerly Padgett-Thompson Seminars  or view all training courses by title

•  ACCOUNTING
  • Essentials of Finance and Accounting for the Non-Financial Manager
  • How to Legally Collect Accounts Receivable
  • The Accounts Payable Workshop For Those New to Accounts Payable
  • The Controller's Workshop
  • The Sales and Use Tax Seminar
•  COMMUNICATIONS
  • Communicating With Tact, Professionalism, and Diplomacy
  • How to Be an Outstanding Communicator
  • The Basics of Writing Policies and Procedures
•  GENERAL MANAGEMENT
  • Assertiveness Skills for Managers and Supervisors
  • Conducting Employee Performance Evaluations
  • How to Deal With Unacceptable Employee Behavior
  • How to Motivate, Manage and Lead a Team
  • Interpersonal Communication Skills for Managers
  • Interpersonal Effectiveness for Leaders
•  HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
  • Essentials for Personnel & HR Assistants
  • Human Resources For Professionals Who’ve Recently Assumed HR Responsibilities
  • Interviewing People
  • The Basics of Human Resource Law
  • The Complete Course on Interviewing People
  • The Essentials of Human Resources
•  LAW
  • Human Resources and the Law - an HR Law Update
•  MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS
  • Facilities Management: Proven Strategies and Emerging Trends
  • How to Organize, Regulate and Tighten Inventory Control in the Warehouse
  • The Basics of Facilities Management
•  ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
  • How to Get More Organized
•  PURCHASING PROCUREMENT CONTRACTS
  • Bargaining With Vendors and Suppliers
  • The Buyer’s Workshop For Those New to purchasing
•  SALES CUSTOMER SERVICE
  • The Basics of Knock-Your-Socks-Off Customer Service
•  SECURITY SAFETY
  • How to Comply with Cal/OSHA: A Two-Day Workshop
  • Safety & Security Measures for Front-Desk Personnel

Company Policies  (class times, cancellations etc.)

What are the times for seminars and conferences?
Check-in for all programs begin at 8:30a.m. All full day seminars and conferences begin at 9:00 a.m. and end at 4:00p.m.

Is lunch provided?
Lunch is on your own and is generally between 11:45 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. We often select seminar locations that have eating establishments within the facility or nearby.

What should I wear?
Casual business wear is appropriate and a light jacket or sweater is recommended-some meeting rooms tend to be cool.

How far in advance do I need to register for a seminar or conference?
You may register by phone up to the day before the seminar.

I am interested in receiving continuing education credits. Is this available?
Our training seminars, conferences and self-study programs offer you continuing education credit (CEUs based on contact hours) upon completion. We are approved providers for many professional licensing boards/agencies including nursing, purchasing management and others. Contact your licensing board or our Continuing Education Department for credit information specific to your profession at 1-800-349-1935.

Special information for CPA's:
NST is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Website: www.nasba.org


If I need to return an item where do I send it?
If you need to return or exchange your training materials, please fill out the return form on the reverse side of the packing slip that was included in your original purchase. (We suggest that you ship returns via UPS or insured Parcel Post in Canada. Sealed software must be unopened.)

NST

14502 W. 105th Street
Lenexa, KS 66215

What if I register for a seminar and later need to cancel?
We understand that circumstances may arise that require you to cancel. You may send someone else in your place if you prefer. If this isn't an option, you can cancel your seminar or conference registration up to five business days prior to the event and your registration fee will be refunded less a $10 enrollment charge. If we receive your workshop or conference cancellation in less than 5 business days, you may receive a credit memo for another workshop or conference of equal value. Please note that seminars conducted by CompEd Solutions have some variations in this cancellation policy due to the variety of seminars they offer. Please feel free to call us at 1-800-349-1935 for additional information.

What software versions will I be working with?
Our programs cover the latest, most up to date software possible. To find out the specific version used for the program refer to that topic's web page.

What if I require special attention because of a disability?
At National Seminars Group we do what we can to meet your needs. Please contact us for assistance in this area. 1-800-349-1935.

What's your federal tax ID number?
National Seminars Group's Federal Tax Identification Number is: 43-1685651.