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| Workshops offered at Workforce Boulder County Unemployed? Looking for work?
Upgrading your skills? "CAREER EXPLORATION WORKSHOP" Did you ever figure out what you wanted to be "when you grew up"? Well, even if you did, chances are you have to figure it out again! Did you know that most people change careers 5 - 7 times in a lifetime? That statistic doesn't even include an unexpected lay-off. This workshop is designed to provide you with the tools for navigating career exploration. Topics covered will include: personality assessment, aptitude testing, values clarification, and career research. You will also identify your transferable skills and learn how to conduct valuable informational interviews. "RE-ZOOM" YOUR RESUME Do the dates on your employment history go back more than 10 years? Do you include the dates of your education? Avoid those mistakes and get in the know with this WFBC workshop where you will learn the latest in resume writing trends and techniques, including targeting your resume to get the interview. Side benefits include information about writing cover letters, reference sheets and applications. NOT WORKING? TRY NETWORKING! Do you feel turned off when you think about having to schmooze to get a job? Well, thank goodness, that is not networking! You, too, can learn the facts about networking, the method by which over 87% of job seekers find jobs. In this WfBC workshop you will learn and practice this crucial method for re-entering the job market. Techniques you will learn include conducting informational interviews, prospecting, and how to warm up cold calls. WHAT'S YOUR INTERVIEW I.Q.? Come face the dreaded interview in our WfBC Interviewing Workshop! We will walk you through those grueling questions and share the secret technique that will help you increase your confidence for interviews. You will learn to prepare for the worst by practicing putting forth your best. ---- 50+ WORKSHOPS ---- In this workshop, we will explore the challenges and benefits of the 50+ experience as it relates to attitudes and expectations. Come learn about the "Make or Break Attitude". Explore how to confront difficult job situations unique to 50+. Rejuvenate that job search enthusiasm! NETWORKING PRESENTATIONS A monthly meeting of WFBC registered 50+ clients. The networking presentations showcase speakers from area employers and organizations as well as offer information on interesting job search topics and provide networking opportunities. LEARN THE INTERNET 3 Hours The Internet is a great tool if you know how to use it. If you've never used the Internet, or you are just beginning to use it, this workshop is for you. Learn different ways to connect to the Internet, what a browser is, how to access web pages, and search for information. INTRO TO COMPUTERS AND WINDOWS You don’t need to be a computer software engineer or programmer to benefit from learning the basics of how to use a computer. And most employers require a working knowledge of Windows. This workshop covers computer terminology, hardware and software, desktop basics, working with files and folders, file management, and how to search for files. MS-WORD AND RESUME WRITING WORKSHOP Everyone needs a resume! The first half of this workshop will teach you the Microsoft Word features that you need to know in order to create a resume. The second half focuses on the resume itself—formatting, how to write a job objective, master list of skills, etc. Participants will leave with a resume that can be modified to target specific jobs. CAREER ASSESSMENT AND EXPLORATION What are your career aspirations? Learn more about your aptitude, interests, values, and skills through assessment testing, and then discover how to transfer your skills to an occupation. This workshop will help you understand your career needs and possibilities so you can make a well-informed career decision. ---- SELF-DIRECTED LABS ---- If you need to increase or update your computer skills, or learn Microsoft Office, you can train in the Self-Directed Labs in Longmont or Boulder. SDLs are usually scheduled three times per week, and offer flexible, self-paced training using computer-delivered tutorials in Windows, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. At the completion of the tutorials, testing and certification through Workforce Boulder County is available. Self Directed Lab (SDL) Schedule:
*Registration with our Employment Advising services team in either the Boulder All workshops are free. Pre-registration is required to hold your place in class due to limited space. At registration, you will be asked to leave a telephone number where you can be reached. Classes will be held unless five or fewer individuals have signed up to attend. You will be notified by phone if a class is cancelled and/or rescheduled. PARTICIPANT CANCELLATIONS MUST BE MADE WITHIN 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE START OF CLASS.
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