Full course description
1 hour
Self-Paced
Earn a Badge
Course Overview
Even experienced professionals can struggle with difficult conversations, damaged trust or the unintended impact of their actions. StoneCatchers 2.0 helps you develop the self-awareness and accountability skills needed to navigate those moments with confidence and integrity. Through guided reflection, you'll examine the personal "scripts," assumptions and biases that influence your interactions with others. You'll learn how accountability strengthens trust, belonging and effective leadership while mastering the essential components of a meaningful apology. Whether you lead a team or contribute as an individual professional, you'll gain practical tools to repair relationships, strengthen workplace culture and create positive, lasting change.
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 helps professionals strengthen self-awareness, accountability and workplace relationships. It's ideal for business professionals, leaders, managers, supervisors and anyone seeking stronger team trust, personal growth and practical skills for repair and reconciliation.
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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- Identify personal scripts or biases that may affect others
- Explain how self-awareness supports accountability
- Recognize the key elements of a meaningful apology
- Apply strategies to rebuild trust after mistakes
- Contribute to a more inclusive and respectful workplace culture
Course Outcomes
You'll gain actionable tools for navigating difficult conversations, strengthening trust and fostering belonging. The course also applies toward the Inclusion and Belonging or Leadership Certificate, allowing you to continue your professional development journey.
FAQs
Can I complete this course on my own schedule?
Yes. The course is fully online and self-paced.
Do I need prior training in diversity, inclusion or leadership?
Learners need to complete the introductory StoneCatchers course prior to enrolling in this course.
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 another Creighton credential?
Yes. This course can be applied toward the Inclusion and Belonging or 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.