For Employees

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9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

This interactive session introduces LDH employees to Microsoft OneNote, focusing on practical, step-by-step navigation and real-world applications. Participants will learn how to create and organize notebooks, sections, and pages; capture and manage meeting notes; and apply tags, templates, and search to track actions and retrieve information efficiently. The session also demonstrates how OneNote integrates with Microsoft Teams, including adding notebooks to channels and collaborating in real time. At the end of these sessions, participants will be able to build consistent workflows that support daily work, reduce duplication, and improve team collaboration.

Register for Part 1 here and Part 2 here.

The LDH Safety Rules Required Training must be completed by March 31. All employees are expected to meet this annual compliance requirement. Please review your SuccessFactors training dashboard to ensure the course is finished and recorded before the deadline.

1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

This two-part training series builds practical, real-world skills for using Microsoft OneDrive to manage, share, and collaborate on files securely in the cloud. Part 1 focuses on navigating the OneDrive interface, organizing files and folders, and syncing content across devices. Part 2 moves into sharing files with the right permissions, collaborating in real time with Microsoft 365 applications, managing access after files are shared, and recovering work using version history and recycle bin tools. Each session stands on its own and may be taken independently.

Register for Part 1 here and Part 2 here.

9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

This course introduces newly hired Louisiana state employees to the Louisiana Employees Online (LEO) portal. Participants will learn how to access and navigate LEO to complete required onboarding and compliance training and to manage essential employee information, including payroll, benefits, and leave. The course is designed to help new hires become comfortable using LEO and understand how it supports their employment throughout their state service.

Registration will take place during the initial orientation session.

1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

This beginner-friendly session is designed to equip learners with foundational Microsoft Teams skills needed to confidently navigate, communicate, and collaborate in today’s digital workplace. Participants will explore real-time examples and engage in hands-on simulations of the platform’s layout, features, and communication tools, and gain clarity on the differences between Teams and Zoom. You will leave with the technical confidence needed to communicate effectively with colleagues.

Register for Part 1 here and Part 2 here.

All three LDH ESF courses must be completed by April 30. All employees are expected to meet this annual compliance requirement. Please review your SuccessFactors training dashboard to ensure the course is finished and recorded before the deadline. As a reminder, always follow the timelines provided in the most up-to-date Mandatory Training Guidance document accessible from the LDH-DSSAS website.

Each floor has fire safety posters indicating where employees should exit the building, including which stairwell to use in case of a fire, and assemble in a safe area away from the building. Please note that escape routes are based on where you are at the time of the incident. Take a moment to familiarize yourself with evacuation routes and assembly areas.