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The following is a listing of the workshops offered by Employment Connection. For a complete course schedule, pre-requisites, and class locations, please view the PDF version or log into your Job Seeker account.
Job Search Assistance Workshops
Employability Enhancement Workshops
Computer Enhancement Workshops
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Microsoft Office Workshops
Adult Literacy Services
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Job Search Assistance Workshops
Resumes that Gets Results
In this workshop you will learn the essentials of resume writing, including what headings to use, why you should have a career summary instead of an objective, how to write effective job descriptions, and accomplishment statements, and your education information. By the end of the session you will be well on your way to completing the first draft of your resume.
Resume Writing
This workshop will focus on creating and editing a resume using the Winway Resume software as well as exploring other features in this software program including saving to Microsoft Word.
Applications Plus
Learn how to avoid some common mistakes when completing employment applications and how to present yourself in the best light to give a great first impression to an employer.
Employment Applications
In this session you will learn how to correctly complete online applications, paper applications, and how to apply for jobs via email and mail.
Resume Development Workshop
Learn to develop a resume that will attract immediate attention from employers; determine which resume format will work best for you, what to include and what to leave off.
Computer Basics for Resume Writers
This class is designed for individuals with limited computer skills who will be attending Tri-C’s resume writing workshops. Upon completion, participants will be able to type and format resumes from beginning to end.
Interviewing Techniques
Learn what employers are looking for when interviewing, how to prepare for the interview, how to answer tough interview questions, what questions you should ask, and how to follow up after the interview. This is a two-day workshop; you must attend both days.
Employability Enhancement Workshops
Career Assessment
A series of assessments to help you identify your work values, interests, and strengths. Learn how to use your career assessment information to determine a career path that will make you both happy and successful.
Career Assessment Inventory
SIGI3, pronounced “siggy three” – (System of Interactive Guidance and Information) is an advanced education and career planning system. It is an online Career Assessment tool designed to help you plan your career. It combines the unique capabilities of the Internet with thoroughly researched information about occupations, work-related values, interests, skills, educational programs, and more. It can save you literally days of leafing through catalogs and career books, and because its built-in library is so large, it may find career options you never knew existed.
Career Workshop
Learn to assess and communicate your skills; determine the skills needed for your career interests; identify career options and goals; and develop an employment plan. Course is followed by individual meetings with a career manager to assist with your plan. You will be notified of your eligibility for the Career Workshop within seven days of submitting all of your information. At that time, a staff member will contact you to schedule a start date.
Mock Interviewing Workshop
This workshop allows you to practice all the techniques acquired through our Career Workshop and Interviewing Technique Workshop. If you are looking for the an opportunity to get feedback from a professional from the business community, this may be the venue for you. Must have an up to date resume.
Computer Enhancement Workshops
Computer Basics for Job Search
This lab is designed to introduce beginning computer users on how to manage the mouse and basic keyboarding. Members will be provided with individualized assistance on the computers.
Microsoft Office Workshops
Introduction to Word 2003
Learn basic word processing skills to create, edit and print documents, set up pages, create tables, apply borders and shading, use headers, footers and tabs.
Intermediate Word 2003
Learn advanced word processing features including merge, templates, macros, styles, advanced tables, outlining, sort, columns and graphics.
Introduction to Excel 2003
Learn to enter data, edit, format and apply spreadsheet features; set up pages, headers and footers; use basic formulas and features; and create and edit basic charts.
Intermediate Excel 2003
Introduction to data lists and tables. Field criteria and record characteristics for aggregate functions. Pivot table, subtotals, sorting and auto-filter are applied to workplace scenarios.
Introduction to PowerPoint 2003
Learn to create professional presentations, handouts and graphics; include artwork, graphs, flow charts and organizational charts; design and run animated slide presentations.
Adult Literacy Services
ABLE/GED
Adult Basic Literacy Education and the GED preparation classes help improve reading and math skills or earn a high school equivalency.
Educational Enhancement
Building your educational foundation at Cuyahoga Community College is easy, start by taking the Official GED practice test. ABLE/GED/ESOL preparation classes and GED examination are available (appropriate documentation required).
Financial Aid Workshop
A two-hour workshop designed for individuals 19 years or older interested in obtaining financial aid to enroll in college classes or complete a 2 or 4-year degree program. Attendees will learn what forms of financial aid are available, how to search for scholarships, and will receive hands-on assistance in completing the federal financial aid applications.
