Talk with your manager about your desire to participate in training programs and classes. Go into the meeting with a suggested plan of how you will get your work done during the period that you will attend classes. Ask your manager for opportunities to apply your new skills. As an adult, you are in charge of your learning. Take advantage of the class time, practice sessions, and instructor's knowledge while in class.
Active learners ask questions, do the work, participate in discussions, and take notes.
Get involved and you will better master the new skills and more importantly, remember them for later use. If you want to get a better job, take steps to find out what training, experience, and education you need to get a better position. Contact the University Career Development Coordinator for assistance and use the information you obtain to help design a plan for job advancement.