The Learning Offering Catalog highlights learning opportunities offered throughout YOUR Disney Program. Do you want to know what types of classes are available, or how to earn a learning certificate?
Explore the learning catalog below!
Before signing up for classes and sessions, make sure to closely review the policies and best practices for attending learning offerings:
Congratulations on the start of your Disney journey! These offerings are an introduction to The Walt Disney Company and Disney Programs. Sessions will be scheduled on your itnerary, please make note of required offerings.
Making the Most of YOUR Program
Welcome to your Disney Program! Disney Programs is so excited you're here and wants to set you up for success. This offering takes place during your first few days upon arrival and will provide information to prepare participants for their program.
Learn all about helpful Disney Programs and company resources, tips and tricks to help you enjoy the magic of The Walt Disney World Resort, the best ways to stay connected and next steps for making the most of your program.
Learning Unlocked
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As you settle into your new role, you may be wanting to find out more about the ;earning opportunities available to you throughout your Disney Program. In this class, the Disney Programs Learning team will share details about the learning experience.
You'll discover the types of learning offerings available, including Career Readiness, Experiential Learning, Special Engagements and more!
The team will also share more information about the Academic Support options available to you if you're taking classes at your university or college during your Disney Program.
Disney Traditions
Today's the day! Disney Traditions kicks off your first official day of work here at The Walt Disney Company. Get ready to learn all about what it means to be a Cast Member, from some of the many ways We Create Happiness to how we bring stories to life in the Disney Experiences segment.
As a new Cast Member you will be responsible for upholding the legacy of The Walt Disney Company, and Disney Traditions is just the beginning of your Disney Story.
Bringing Magic To Life
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You've completed Disney Traditions. What's next? Bringing Magic to Life is the next step in your journey where you'll learn the role you play in the daily operation of the Walt Disney World Resort. You'll review insights from Disney Traditions, and learn how they apply to your role.
As you embark on your career journey, Disney Programs Learning Career Readiness classes will give you the skills, resources and hands-on experience you're looking for as you explore professional opportunities. With workshops in Resume Writing and LinkedIn: Rock Your Profile, you'll learn tips and tricks that will set you up for success.
Develop Your Skills
Resume Writing
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First impressions are key when it comes to professional development, and your resume is a storytelling tool that acts as an introduction to a prospective employer. This workshop will give you the tools, tips and tricks on creating a dynamic resume to effectively showcase your skills and experience.
Interview Skills
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Resume submitted? ✔️
Interview scheduled? ✔️
Now, it's time to ace that interview! From interview prep, to post-interview follow up, the Interview Skills workshop provides valuable recommendations for helping individuals become standout candidates in an interview setting.
Networking 101
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The art of networking is instrumental in personal and career development. During Networking 101, learn steps for strategically building relationships using formal and informal methods, and tips to consider while developing professional networks.
LinkedIn: Rock your Profile
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In recent years, LinkedIn has become a key networking, professional branding and recruiting tool for job seekers and employers alike. This workshop will show you how to make the most of your LinkedIn profile.
Discover what it takes to build a standout profile that speaks directly to your target audience and help you bring your personal career story to life.
Personal Branding
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This engaging workshop will take a look at the corporate world of brand management and show you how to apply it to your career, building your own personal branding statement… a brand called YOU!
Professional Etiquette
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Professional etiquette is essential in building your personal brand and professional relationships. In this workshop, you'll learn the basics of professional etiquette and how to set yourself up for success as you continue in your professional career.
Learning in action
Speed Networking
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Once you've completed Networking 101, it's time to put those networking skills into practice.
This fun, interactive workshop will give you the opportunity to meet your fellow Disney Programs participants in a peer networking activity. You'll also gain valuable tips for building your elevator speech.
Resume Review Office Hours
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Resume writing workshop attended? ✔️
Resume drafted? ✔️
Now that you have your resume, sign up for Resume Review Office Hours, where you will meet one on one with a recruiter to gain valuable insight and real-time feedback on your resume.
mock interviews
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"Tell us about a time when..." you had the opportunity to practice your interview skills! Once you complete the Interview Skills Career Readiness Workshop, sign up for a mock interview, where you'll gain insightful feedback in real time from Disney leaders and recruiters.
Welcome to Disney Programs Experiential Learning, where Disney Programs takes you to the coolest learning laboratory in the "world" - Walt Disney World! These offerings take you out of the classroom and give you a look behind the scenes of world-famous attractions and themed areas throughout our Theme Parks. Learn all about the operation and even get a glimpse into backstage areas across our parks and resorts.
Discover Disney
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When you "Discover Disney," you discover the ins and outs of the operation of beloved experiences across Walt Disney World.
Ever wondered how the happy haunts materialize? Or, how the Pandora Conservation Initiative rises to the challenge every day?
Discover Disney opens the curtain to backstage magic like you've never seen it before.
- Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress
- The Haunted Mansion
- Jungle Cruise
- Magic Kingdom Entertainment Parade Production Facility
- Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
- Remy's Ratatouille Adventure
- Soarin' Around the World
- Spaceship Earth
- Test Track
- Fantasmic!
- Indiana Jones™ Epic Stunt Spectacular!
- Millenium Falcon: Smugglers Run and Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge®
- Rock 'n' Rollercoaster® Starring Aerosmith
- Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway
- The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™
- Toy Story Land
- Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbitten Mountain
- Festival of the Lion King
- Avatar Flight of Passage
- Kilimanjaro Safaris
The Story Unfolds
Disney is a storytelling company. When Guests visit Disney theme parks, they step into and live the Disney stories both familiar and unfamiliar to them. In "The Story Unfolds" sessions, discover the story behind the themed lands throughout Disney's Animal Kingdom and the design details that bring them to life.
- The Story Unfolds: Asia
- The Story Unfolds: Pandora – The World of Avatar
- The Story Unfolds: Africa
- The Story Unfolds: Rafiki’s Planet Watch
- The Story Unfolds: DinoLand, U.S.A.
- The Story Unfolds: Discovery Island & Oasis
Supporting the magic
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Disney magic would not be possible without the thousands of Cast Members who work behind the scenes. From the care of our animals at Disney's Animal Kingdom, to the culinary team who develops menus at well-known restaurants across the Resort.
Supporting the Magic pulls back the curtain on locations that are pivotal to the success of Walt Disney World Resort.
- Central Shops
- Elephant Barn
- Distribution Services – Food & Beverage
- Distribution Services - Merchandise
- Recreation at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort - Security Communications Center
- The Flavor Lab
- Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resort
- World of Disney
For some multi-week series, you will join a cohort of fellow Disney Programs participants for five consecutive weeks to learn more about various elements of the business and the Disney brand. For others, you have the opportunity to choose five classes under the same subject or topic offered throughout your Disney Program at different times. Successfully complete all five classes in a multi-week series, and you'll earn a Mouseter's certificate!
Leadership 101
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2 per week, 10 total
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a Disney leader?
In Leadership 101, you get to explore the key characteristics of leadership, the skills needed to be successful as a leader and how Disney prepares their leaders to effectively balance the needs of their Cast, our Guests and business results. Classes will be held weekly at the same time and day of the week.
- Week 1: Leadership & Disney
- Week 2: Captivate the Audience
- Week 3: Inspire with Optimism
- Week 4: Act with Integrity & Inclusion, Innovate with Courage
- Week 5: Capstone Activity
Disney Heritage
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The Walt Disney Company has a history spanning over 100 years. From the early days of the Laugh-O-Gram Studio to iconic theme parks visited by Guests all over the world, our Disney history and heritage shapes who we are as a company today.
The Disney Heritage series takes participants through turning points, iconic moments and the legacy Walt Disney and his Cast Members and Imagineers have left to inspire us to "keep moving forward." Successfully complete five of sessions listed below, and you'll earn a Disney Heritage Mousesters Certificate!
Disney Heritage series opportunities include:
Since 1971, millions of Guests have traveled to Central Florida to make magical, family vacation memories at Walt Disney World Resort. The Origins Series dives into the history and heritage of the Walt Disney World Theme Parks and gives you the opportunity to learn more about the people who brought and continue to bring Walt's vision to life in Central Florida.
Offerings include:
- EPCOT Origins
- Magic Kingdom Origins
- More Coming Soon!
The Walt Disney Company was founded in 1923 by Walt Disney and his brother Roy O. Disney, and we have been creating Disney magic ever since. Disney Heritage: The Early Years celebrates the journey and storytelling of Disney's creative visionaries from 1901 through the 1950s.
July 17, 1955. The gates of Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca. open for the very first time, setting in motion the legacy of Walt's original Magic Kingdom. In Disney Heritage: Creating Disneyland, discover how Walt's dream came to life, paving the way for Disney Parks around the world.
Did you know that the 1964 – 1965 World's Fair was instrumental in the development of audio animatronics and ride systems used in Disney Parks worldwide today? This session pulls back the curtain on WED Entertprise's instrumental involvement in the development of key pavilions during the 1964 – 1965 World's Fair.
Walt Disney was a dreamer, but The Walt Disney Company as we know it today wouldn't be possible without the mind of Walt's brother, Roy O. Disney. In Disney Heritage: Roy O. Disney, learn more about this essential partnership and Roy's business acumen and financial background that was key in bringing Walt's vision to life.
Do you enjoy soaking up Disney heritage, history and happenings through the films and documentaries you stumble upon on Disney+? Watch & Learn sessions are the place for you. These pop-up sessions feature a viewing of an episode or documentary, followed by an in-depth de-brief discussion about the topic at hand. Watch and learn about your Disney favorites, from The Imagineering Story, to Behind the Attraction, and many more!
Financial Fitness
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You may be wondering, how do I create a budget? What is credit? What steps do I take if I want to buy a car? In the Financial Fitness series, hosted by professionals from Partners Federal Credit Union, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to take on the next steps your financial journey.
Successfully complete five of sessions listed below, and you'll earn a Financial Fitness Mouseter's certificate!
- Budgeting Essentials
- Understanding Your Credit
- Personal Finance 101
- Behavioral Finance
- Auto Buying Made Easy
- Protecting Your Identity
- Ways to Save
- Your Guide to Student Loan Repayments
Career Readiness
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Career Readiness classes will give you the skills, resources and hands-on experience you're looking for as you explore professional opportunities and take the next step in your career.
Successfully complete five of the sessions listed below, and you'll earn a Career Readiness Mouseter's certificate!
- Resume Writing
- Networking 101
- Personal Branding
- Interview Skills
- LinkedIn: Rock your Profile
- Professional Etiquette
The following Career Readiness offerings do not count toward the Mouseter's Certificate.
- Speed Networking
- Resume Review
- Mock Interviews
The Magic of Storytelling
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2 per week, 10 total
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What makes a great story? How does Disney tell stories? How do you effectively communicate YOUR story?
This interactive multi-week class will answer these questions and push you out of your comfort zone in a fun and safe environment. Each week will focus on different types of storytelling, such as the many ways The Walt Disney Company tells stories in parks and film, digital communication and more!
- Week 1: Storytelling in Our Films
- Week 2: Storytelling in our Parks
- Week 3: Storytelling on Social Media
- Week 4: How Do I tell MY Story?
- Week 5: Capstone
Exploring Disney Hospitality
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2 per week, 10 total
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Walt Disney World Resort is known for its world-famous hospitality. Exploring Disney Hospitality gives you a glimpse into the roots of Disney's approach to hospitality and different lines of business that provide the Exceptional Guest service only Disney can provide.
During this Multi-Week Series, you will have the opportunity to meet and network with different leaders representing Attractions, Merchandise, Food & Beverage and Entertainment.
Classes will be held weekly at the same time and day of the week for five consecutive weeks.
- Week 1: The Roots of Disney Hospitality
- Week 2: Understanding the Guest
- Week 3: It’s All in the Details
- Week 4: Guest Service Recovery
- Week 5: Personalizing the Guest Experience
Disney Company Culture
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2 per week, 10 total
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The Disney Company Culture Series explores the major components of corporate culture and key initiatives that drive our business at Disney, with a focus on the various roles in the Disney Experiences segment.
You'll learn more about how Disney seeks to create a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion, and Disney's impact in the community and on the environment.
Successfully complete five of the sessions listed below, and you'll earn a Disney Company Culture Mouseter's Certificate!
Offerings for Disney Company Culture include:
As Cast Members, we make magic for our Guests. Have you ever wondered how magic is made for Cast Members? In this session, you'll meet the team whose passion is making magic for the magic makers! Members of this team create and support various activities, events and recognition strategies for Disney Cast Members, Crew Members, Imagineers and Employees through various Employee Engagement tools and experiences.
In this session, you'll learn about the Disney Experiences segment's approach to DEI and how you can reflect on your circle of influence and community. Members of the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion team will share more about their relationship with the HR community and with our organization as a whole.
What is Talent Acquisition? From Casting Services, to Disney Programs, to Professional & Executive Recruitment and more, this session will dive into the variety of roles within the vast team that finds the best candidates to bring the magic to life across The Walt Disney Company.
Did you know there is an entire organization dedicated to the safety of our Guests and fellow Cast Members? In A Culture of Safety, you'll learn about the multifaceted team that helps us make safety a priority and the role you can play in creating a culture of safety.
At Disney, our culture is deeply rooted in the spirit of giving back. In this session, you'll meet members of the team who lead these efforts and learn more about the many ways Disney supports its local communities. Whether you volunteer on your own, or through company-sponsored opportunities, we're proud to support you!
Improv for Improvement
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If you're looking to boost your teamwork, confidence, public speaking, leadership and critical thinking skills in a fun way, Improv for Improvement classes are for you!
These HIGHLY interactive courses will focus on teaching you these skills through the art of improvisation.
Improv for Improvement classes are safe spaces, allowing for some laughs and personal growth along the way. Successfully complete all five of the sessions listed below, and you'll earn an Improv for Improvement Mouseter's certificate!
- The Basics
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
- Creativity
What's cooking here at Disney Programs? Incredible Culinary Learning Offerings! Disney Programs works with culinary teams and professionals from across Walt Disney World to bring you unique learning and networking opportunities in the culinary world.
Culinary Demonstrations & Conversations
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Ever wonder how Disney Culinary teams create and develop the delicious dishes we enjoy in our parks and resorts? Culinary Demonstrations and Conversations give you the opportunity to hear from Disney chefs and culinary professionals
Crafting Culinary Connections
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Carefully and thoughtfully created with Disney Culinary Program participants in mind, this annual Culinary Program-focused networking event gives participants the opportunity to meet and networks with chefs from around Walt Disney World and sample some of Disney’s best food offerings!
Throughout your Disney Program, you may see exclusive and unique, one-time learning offerings pop up. From Career Spotlights, to Excecutive Conversations, to Special Engagements with guest speakers from across the company, Exclusive Offerings give you the opportunity to learn more about the Endless Possibilities The Walt Disney Company has to offer!
Career Spotlight Sessions
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In Career Spotlight sessions, you'll hear from leaders and teams from across The Walt Disney Company and Disney Experiences segment. Join featured panelists for authentic conversations and to learn more about their career journeys and current roles. Many Cast Members featured in Career Spotlights got their start on a Disney Program, just like you!
Career Spotlight Examples:
- Spotlight On: Disney Live Entertainment Costuming
- Meet the Disney Parks Social Media and Communications Team
- Creating Magic with Numbers
- Touchdown with the ESPN Wide World of Sports Leadership Team
- A Conversation with the Walt Disney World Ambassador Team
- And many more!
Executive Conversations
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Executive Conversations give Disney Programs participants the opportunity to hear from Disney Executives leading teams in the Disney Experiences segment of The Walt Disney Company and beyond.
From career stories, to leadership insights, these authentic and insightful conversations will give you a glimpse into a day in the life of a Disney leader.
Recent Executive Conversation Guests Include:
- Jeff Vahle – President, Walt Disney World Resort
- Linda Reid – Vice President, Walt Disney World Security
- Perry Crawley – Director, Disney Programs & Experiences
Have questions about post-program opportunities?
We know it can be overwhelming when you begin navigating what's next.
During office hours recruiters can help with:
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Part-Time/Full-Time
- Disney Internships
- Disney Hospitality Leadership Program
- and more!
Recruiter Office Hours are held weekly at Apprentice Hall.
No reservations are required, drop-in anytime!
When taking Personal and Professional Development learning offerings, you'll gain skills that will help you in not only your career, but also your personal life. From Financial Fitness, to Improv to Learning Game Rooms and more, you'll discover new skills and invest in YOU!
Learning Game Room
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Looking for a fun, interactive way to harness your teamwork, leadership and communications skills? Enter the Learning Game Room! From cooking up victory, to becoming "the chosen one," Learning Game Room sessions give you the chance to team up with your fellow participants while learning key skills to set you up for success in your career.
This leadership and teamwork exercise will help you see the bigger picture and understand the value of communication and perspective as you race alongside each other.
Are you "the chosen one?" Find out in this engaging and interactive leadership exercise that will have you moving around the room.
Have you ever wondered how your perspective can influence a team? Exercise the value of perspective and collaboration to achieve a common goal in this interactive activity that will have you moving around the room and having fun all along the way!
Sign Language Basics
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Have you always wanted to learn American Sign Language?
This class will teach you the basics. Discover more about the history of ASL and the Deaf community that uses it, and learn over 50 signs in this fun, interactive session.
Financial Fitness
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You may be wondering, how do I create a budget? What is credit? What steps do I take if I want to buy a car? In the Financial Fitness series, hosted by professionals from Partners Federal Credit Union, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to take on the next steps your financial journey.
Successfully complete five of sessions listed below, and you'll earn a Financial Fitness Mouseter's certificate!
As you pursue your academic interests, you'll find yourself becoming more independent. With this new independence comes new financial responsibilities. Budgeting Essentials will teach you how to implement some easy-to-follow money habits to get you on the road to financial success.
Did you know that credit influences almost every other area of personal finance? From factors that influence your credit score, to reading your credit report, to providing you tips for getting out of debt, this session with educate you on how credit can help you reach your financial goals.
Do you ever wonder what you should be focusing on when it comes to your finances? In this session, you learn more about the importance of a budget, staying in control of your credit and long-term savings strategies that will help you build a solid financial future.
Managing our finances can be scary, and you're not alone. In this session, we will share action items you can take to break bad spending habits, avoid burnout and practice self-care when it comes to your finances.
So, you've decided to purchase a car. Now what? This session is your guide through the car-buying experience. You'll learn tips and tricks on how to find the best deals to fit your budget, to obtaining a pre-approval, to negotiating a trade-in and more!
Now, more than ever, it's important to keep your guard up when it comes to your personal information. Attend this session to learn more about identity protection and what to look out for in today's digital environment.
Your financial savings goals are achievable, and we are here to help! In this session, you'll learn how to set smart goals, the importance of creating an emergency fund and all about savings options for short- and long-term goals.
You're about to finish school, begin your professional career and... it's time to repay your student loans. This session will guide you through student loan repayment and help you set yourself up for success throughout the process.
Improv for Improvement
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If you're looking to boost your teamwork, confidence, public speaking, leadership and critical thinking skills in a fun way, Improv for Improvement classes are for you!
These HIGHLY interactive courses will focus on teaching you these skills through the art of improvisation.
Improv for Improvement classes are safe spaces, allowing for some laughs and personal growth along the way. Successfully complete all five of the sessions listed below, and you'll earn an Improv for Improvement Mouseter's certificate!
Improv skills are skills to help you think outside the box and be more ‘in the moment’ in all aspects of your life. This class introduces the building blocks of this unique art form and allows you to hone your creativity, team work and innovation skills through high-energy group activities. This hands-on course opens the door to personal growth with some laughs along the way!
A pivotal step to improving your professional and personal life is the art of communication. This session will focus on how to be a great listener and collaborator in addition to providing opportunities for public speaking practice – all through the art of improvisation.
Improvisation depends on working successfully as a team and it is also a key skill in professional development. Improv for Improvement: Team Work will help you partner with others more easily by learning to embrace different ideas, communicate clearly, listen attentively, and collaborate in a fun and positive way all through improv exercises.
We work in a fast-paced environment, and using critical thinking can help us communicate better, make clearer decisions and multi-task more effectively. This session provides fun, improv-based activities, and conversations to build up this important skill.
Let your imagination run wild through the art of improvisation! Improv for Improvement: Creativity is an interactive session filled with activities and games to flex those creative muscles. Whether you are overflowing with ideas or need some help getting inspired – this class is for you!
Disney Company Culture
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The Disney Company Culture Series explores the major components of corporate culture and key initiatives that drive our business at Disney, with a focus on the various roles in the Disney Experiences segment.
You'll learn more about how Disney seeks to create a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion, and Disney's impact in the community and on the environment.
Successfully complete five of the sessions listed below, and you'll earn a Disney Company Culture Mouseter's Certificate!
- Cast Activities, Recognition & Experience
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Talent Acquisition
- A Culture of Safety
- Corporate Social Responsibility