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Career Olympics
This lab is open for adults who wish to pursue Career Readiness Certification. The North Carolina Career Readiness Certificate is based on the ACT WorkKeys system of job profiling, assessment and instructional support. The system awards three levels of certification – Bronze, Silver and Gold. The Career Readiness Certificate credentials are based on assessments in Applied Mathematics, Reading for Information and Locating Information.
| 4/18, 5/2, 5/16, 5/30, 6/13, 6/27, 7/11, 7/25, 8/1, 8/22, 9/5 | Wed. | 8:30 AM-12:30 PM | Foothills Higher Education Center | HEC 122 |
THE FOLLOWING HRD COURSES ARE FEE WAIVED FOR UNEMPLOYED AND UNDEREMPLOYED ADULTS
Customer Service Excellence Certification
This course is designated for new or potential restaurant employees, retail sales consultants, hospitality employees, and administrators. No previous experience, education or training in business skills is required, though participants should possess basic literacy, communication skills, and be active contributors. After completing the course, participants will be able to apply excellent customer service skills on the job and will have created a professional development plan to keep imporving customer relations.
| 5/6/2014-6/26/2014 | TWTh | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM | Foothills Higher Education Center |
HEC 234 | #39644 | F.Schmitt |
| 5/6/2014-6/26/2014 | TWTh | 5:30 PM-9:30 PM | Foothills Higher Education Center |
HEC 234 | #39645 | F.Schmitt |
| 9/9/2014-10/30/2014 | TWTh | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM | Foothills Higher Education Center |
HEC | F.Schmitt | |
| 9/9/2014-10/30/2014 | TWTh | 5:30 PM-9:30 PM | Foothills Higher Education Center |
HEC | F.Schmitt |
Technology Awareness: The Basics
This class provides the student with developing a moderate comfort level with basic computer use skills, as well as using technology to effectively search and apply for employment and gain access to government and educational resources. The importance of social media in prospective job searches and the consequences of negative social media use are also examined. Assessments will be administered to determine student understanding and comprehension of the use of technology in the employment process.
| 6/23/2014-7/23/2014 | MW | 4:30-7:30 PM | Foothills Higher Education Center | HEC 121 | K. Hensley |
| 8/11/2014-9/22/2014 | MW | 10:00 AM-12:00 PM | Foothills Higher Education Center | HEC 121 | L. Melott |
Employability Skills
This class provides the student with interview techniques that not only impress prospective employers, but also help alleviate nervousness and give confidence to the applicant. Resumes are compiled/polished and reviewed. Emphasis is given on removing/reducing barriers to employment. Assessments will be administered to determine student understanding and comprehension of the employment process and to provide the student real time feedback on his/her progress.
| 5/14/2014-6/11/2014 | MW | 2:00-4:00 PM | Foothills Higher Education Center | HEC 121 | I. Oates |
| 6/23/2014-7/28/2014 | MW | 2:00-4:00 PM | Foothills Higher Education Center | HEC 121 | I. Oates |
HRD 3006- Motivation & Retention- Staying Employeed
This class provides the student with the skills necessary to “keep” a job once it is attained as well as how to advance within the workplace. Emphasis is placed on attitude and work ethics. Students also evaluate the importance of understanding the components necessary when balancing work/school/family. Assessments will be administered to determine student understanding and comprehension in workplace ethics and interaction.
Foothills Higher Education CenterHEC 212L. Melott8/12/2014-9/4/2014TTh1:00-3:00 PMFoothills Higher Education CenterHEC 213H. Harriger
Registration takes place on site at the class you attend
For more information contact Faith Schmitt at (828) 448-6145
WPCC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make every effort to honor reasonable requests made by individuals with qualifying disabilities. Accommodations must be requested three (3) business days in advance of school events or activities through the Disabilities Office,
Room 103 Hilderbrand Hall or by calling 828-448-3153.