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 To REGISTER for a workshop, call 763-783-4847 or stop by the Resource Center.
Limited seating is available.






Click here for a copy of the Employment History worksheet
needed for the Creating Your Resume workshop.


CAREER EXPLORATION WORKSHOP - 2 DAYS
 
Identify your current skills, interests and values. Learn the process for determining short and long range employment and career goals.


CREATIVE JOB SEARCH (CJS) WORKSHOP - 2 DAYS

This is an interactive, skills-based workshop designed for those who have identified a job title of interest, and a minimum of 20 skills related to that job. This workshop involves hands-on learning through small & large group discussion, individual exercises, presentation and videotaping. To gain the most benefit, you are encouraged to attend both days. Prerequisite: Complete required Skills Worksheet, located at the Scheduling Desk or click here for a copy of the Skills Worksheet.

Tailoring Resumes & Cover Letters (CJS - Day 1)
Wednesday 9:00-4:00

• Learn concepts to decide on the best format and content for your resume and begin to draft.
• Write basic, effective cover letters to introduce your resume.
• Learn how to complete a job application effectively so it gets you noticed.
• Find how to access the "hidden job market" using an effective networking strategy.
• Identify effective job references. Develop strategies of cold calling using the telephone.

Interviewing (CJS - Day 2) 
Friday 9:00-4:00
• Develop a powerful skills language, using the "Prove-It" Process.
• Discover what to do before, during, and after an interview to maximize the effect of the interview.
• Learn how to effectively handle difficult questions and salary issues in the interview.
• Participate in a short videotaped interview and learn the importance of continuous practice.

NETWORKING GROUP
Meets on Mondays 9:30-11:00 a.m.

Today’s best kept secret...the Networking Group! The Networking Group provides the basic foundation from which you can generate useful information, advice, and referrals that lead to job interviews and offers. It can also provide encouragement and the opportunity to support and be supported by others in the same situation as you are. Connect, interact, and expand your contacts by becoming a visible participant at the Networking Group. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain. NO REGISTRATION necessary...to attend JUST DROP IN!

VETERANS NETWORKING GROUP
Meets on Tuesdays 9:00-11:00 a.m.

Networking Group for Veterans! NO REGISTRATION necessary...to attend JUST DROP IN!


COMPUTER CLASSES

The purpose of these computer classes is to assist the job seeker in using the job search computers in the Resource Center.

 

Mousing Around for Job Seekers:

Learn how to use the mouse and a beginning introduction to Microsoft Word.

 

Using MinnesotaWorks.net:
Learn how to use MinnesotaWorks.net to search for job openings, create and post your resume, and other features. Search other job bank websites. Bring your resume/job history with you. Familiarity using the mouse is required to attend this class!
 


Working With Word:

Learn how to use Microsoft Word so you can format, edit, copy and paste a resume, and much more! Familiarity using the mouse is required to attend this class!



Emailing Resumes / Electronic Applications:

Learn how to set up an email account so that you can email resumes. Practice applying for jobs using a sample on-line job application.  Familiarity using the mouse is required to attend this class!



Microsoft Series, Blaine:
Day 1 - Windows/Internet     Day 2 - Word     Day 3 - Excel     Day 4 - PowerPoint
This course is tailored to the students' needs and understanding of computers. Familiarity using the mouse is required. **Due to the overwhelming interest of these classes, participants will be allowed to take each class only once to give others an opportunity to attend. These classes are intended to be taken as a series, not individually.




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