Full course description
1 hour
Self-Paced
Earn a Badge
Course Overview
Every professional encounters moments when a comment, action or behavior negatively affects another person. Knowing how to respond can strengthen trust, reinforce workplace values and help create a culture where people feel respected and supported.
Stone Catchers is an online active bystander training course that helps professionals recognize bias-related situations, assess context and respond appropriately. Through realistic scenarios and guided reflection, you'll build practical strategies for speaking up, fostering belonging and strengthening accountability in workplace and community settings.
This noncredit course is part of Creighton University’s Inclusion and Belonging Certificate or as an elective in our Leadership Certificate, and supports professionals committed to ethical leadership, purposeful work and inclusive environments.
This course is valid for 1.0 PDCs for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification.
Who Should Enroll
This course is ideal for professionals who want to strengthen active bystander skills, foster belonging and positively influence workplace culture, including:
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- Mid-career professionals in HR, learning and development or people operations
- Emerging leaders and managers
- Healthcare, nonprofit and education professionals
- Career changers seeking stronger interpersonal and inclusive leadership skills
No prior training is required.
Course Instructor
Becky Nickerson, Ed.D.
Senior Director, Career Leadership Programs
Creighton University
Becky Nickerson is a seasoned facilitator and educator with over 20 years of experience. Her expertise lies in helping individuals and organizations build inclusive cultures through intentional reflection, storytelling and action.
What You’ll Learn
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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- Explain how active bystander behavior supports organizational values and professional integrity
- Identify situations that may require intervention or support
- Assess context and choose appropriate active bystander strategies
- Respond effectively to bias-related situations
- Advocate for inclusion and respectful treatment
- Strengthen accountability within teams and organizations
Course Outcomes
You'll gain practical active bystander skills and the confidence to address bias-related situations while strengthening communication, belonging and workplace culture through inclusive leadership.
FAQs
What is active bystander training?
Active bystander training teaches people how to recognize situations involving harm, exclusion or bias and respond using practical, context-appropriate strategies.
How can active bystander skills strengthen workplace culture?
These skills help build trust, foster belonging and create more respectful, accountable workplaces by encouraging thoughtful action rather than silence.
What are the benefits of completing this course?
You'll develop practical skills for navigating difficult situations, supporting others and contributing to a healthier workplace culture while earning credit toward the Inclusion and Belonging Certificate.
What is the career outlook for individuals who complete this program?
Active bystander, communication and inclusive leadership skills are valued across industries and can strengthen your effectiveness as a manager, HR professional, educator, healthcare professional or team member.
How long does it take to complete?
This self-paced course takes approximately one hour to complete.
How is the course structured?
This course is 100% online and self-paced. You can start anytime and progress on your own schedule—ideal for working professionals.
Does this count toward the Inclusion and Belonging Certificate?
Yes. This course is part of the Inclusion and Belonging Certificate program. This course also counts as an elective for the Leadership Certificate.
Does this course offer continuing education credit?
Creighton University is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities. This program is valid for 1.0 PDCs for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification.
Do you offer tuition assistance?
We do not offer tuition assistance for lifelong learning courses or certificates. However, Creighton alumni, faculty, staff and eligible partner employees, along with their spouses and dependents, may qualify for a 15% discount. One discount per offering. Other restrictions may apply. Learn more.