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Workforce Education

 

Are you re-entering the workforce? Are you in need of improving your basic job skills? The Workplace Education classes provide FREE instruction in the skills that provide an advantage to the job seeker in the modern labor market.

 

Skills for Re-Employment

What is the employer looking for in new employees? The following is a list of just a few skills that modern employers are looking for in the new workforce:

  • Communicating with other workers, managers, and customers.
  • Making numerical calculations accurately
  • Using computer technology.
  • Understanding maps, diagrams, etc.
  • Ability to interpret equipment manuals and employee policy manuals.
  • Willingness and ability to learn for life.

After completing the seven-week program, you will be equipped for the modern workplace, complete a computer competency portfolio and receive a certificate of completion.

 

Workforce Content

 

Job Readiness

  • Job Application
  • Resume Writing
  • Interview Preparation
  • Job Searches
  • Dress for Success
  • Communication Skills
  • Workplace Etiquette
  • Job Shadowing Opportunities
  • Cover Letters
  • On-Line Job Searching

Computer Literacy

  • Introduction to Computer Parts and Keyboarding
  • Microsoft Windows Basics
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft EXCEL
  • Internet
  • E-mail
  • Other Software Applications as needed

Academic Applications

(as needed)

  • Reading for Information in the Workplace
  • Solving Math Problems in the Workplace
  • Oral and Written Grammar for the Employee

 

Is There A Cost?

No. The class is a FREE. This program is available through a partnership between the REDCO Group Workforce Investment Network and The Schuylkill Intermediate Unit #29.

 

Where?

The Lifelong Learning Center

Schuylkill Mall

Frackville, PA 17931

 

When?

Mondays/ Wednesdays/ Thursdays

9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Seven weeks/ 105 hours of instruction

 

Please call for the next starting date.

 

How to Register?

Call the Lifelong Learning Center

570-874-0137 or 1-888-945-1333

E-mail: lcl@iu29.org

 

 

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