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Youth Workshops at the Pikes Peak Workforce Center are open and available to all youth, ages 14 through 21. Workshops are generally offered throughout the month on Thursday afternoon from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at PPWFC, unless otherwise noted. Please be sure to check our calendar for workshop topic and register in advance to reserve your spot.
There is no cost to attend the workshops; however, you must first register in the state database, Connecting Colorado to attend. To register, click here.
For a list of adult workshops currently being offered, click here. Youth workshops are designated by "YZ" preceding the workshop name.
For more information about the Youth Workshops and to sign up, call 719.667.3860.
Basics Computer- Part 1 Basic Computer Part 1: Practical basic computer skills Part 1 will cover: log-in, mouse operation, navigating within MS word documents. A minimum typing speed of 10 words per minute and knowledge of the mouse is required to attend this class.
Thursdays: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Please arrive promptly at 1:00 p.m.
Note: These sessions are for job-seekers with little or no computer ability.
Non-job-seekers are encouraged to attend workshops at the public library, ph. 531-6333, www.ppld.org.
Also learn computer skills on your own at www.gcflearnfree.org. Learn typing/keyboarding skills at www.goodtyping.com
For more info or to reserve a seat for this event, click here
CareerReady Colorado Certificate - ACT WorkKeys You can earn your CareerReady Colorado Certificate - ACT WorkKeys by taking three assessments in Reading for Information, Locating Information and Applied Mathematics. These are the skills managers have identified as the most critical to succeed on the job. The CareerReady Colorado Certificate is based on ACT’s WorkKeys ® assessments and measures your skill level in these three areas.
Each assessment takes about one hour to complete. Just three hours of your time gives you another tool to help you on the road to employment success. Don’t be the second choice when interviewing for a job. Your CareerReady Colorado Certificate gives you a competitive edge over other candidates.
For more info or to reserve a seat for this event, click here
Careers 101: Personality and Career - Myers-Briggs Type Inventory (MBTI) A major aspect of the job search process is understanding the strengths and weaknesses of your personality, as well as what careers might fit best with your personality.
This workshop, based on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and its 16 personality types, will help you identify your personality preferences and the careers that align with your preference.
For more info or to reserve a seat for this event, click here
Job Search 201: Online Job Search Online Job Search and Applications. today's job search requires basic knowledge and skills on the computer and with the internet. Learn online job search and application steps for those new to the process! PREREQUISITE: Must have an email address, as well, as basic computer and internet skills.
Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 12 noon.
Register online or at the front desk.
For more info or to reserve a seat for this event, click here
Job Search 301: Social Media: Expanding Your Connections LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter are now a way of life, and if you are not using them in your job search you are missing opportunities. Come learn some of the ins and outs of using social networking effectively.
For more info or to reserve a seat for this event, click here
MS Word Skills -Part 2 MS Word is part 2 of computer workshops. MS Word will cover word processing, cut and paste, font changes. Prerequisite: Basic Computer skills and a typing speed of minimum of 10 words per minutes is required for the basic computer classes.
Word Processing:
Thursdays: 1 to 4 p.m. Please arrive promptly at 1 p.m.
Note: These sessions are for job-seekers with little or no computer ability.
Non-job-seekers are encouraged to attend workshops at the public library, ph. 531-6333, www.ppld.org.
Also learn computer skills on your own at www.gcflearnfree.org. Learn typing/keyboarding skills at www.goodtyping.com
For more info or to reserve a seat for this event, click here
Resume 101: Build a Basic Resume Not sure how to create a resume? Been quite a while since you up-dated your resume? This workshop will provide you a hands-on opportunity to build a basic resume. Bring a list of previous employers and education, as well as a flash drive on which to save your resume. PREREQUISITE: Must have basic computer and internet skills. Provides beginner to intermediate instruction
and guidance. Registration for this workshop opens seven days prior to the workshop date. If you receive this message "This session is full. Please check
back again for another date to open." Please check back at a later date. This workshop is usually offered on the second and fourth Wednesday of each
month.
10 A.M. to 12 Noon.
Must register online. Click on link for dates.
For more info or to reserve a seat for this event, click here
YZ GSJH Be a Superstar at Work: You've got the job, now get promoted! From interviewing to being a success at your new job, this workshop prepares you for each step on your way to becoming a good employee. Learn how to communicate with your employer and earn the recognition you deserve. We will discuss how to navigate the working world and keep yourself safe on the job. Stress management, team work, and leadership are all topics covered during this fun overview to entering the workforce. Don’t miss this workshop because advancement in your job now, and in the future, depends upon it!
For more info or to reserve a seat for this event, click here
YZ GSJH Flip Your Script and Unleash Your Superhero Self! Ever feel powerless about what has happened in your past and worry about how it can impact your future? With ‘Flip Your Script’ you can regain your power! We all have things that don’t make us proud: a spotty job history; getting fired; low grades; or even a legal history. This workshop helps you face your past and move forward in a positive way. You will create your own script about where you’ve been, where you are now, and where you hope to go in the future. This workshop will help you to discover your hidden potential and teach you ways to unleash your superhero self to overcome negative thoughts and grow your strengths.
For more info or to reserve a seat for this event, click here
YZ GSJH Ready-Set-Work Do you have what it takes to find a job and nail the interview? Or, is something holding you back? In this workshop, we discuss the process of finding a job and outshining your competition. Explore your real purpose on the planet and how that applies to your career path. After this workshop, you will walk through the employer’s door with confidence, ace the interview, get that job and be a superstar at work!
For more info or to reserve a seat for this event, click here
YZ GSJH: Dress for Success and Interviewing: How to Look Sharp and Land the Job! What does your appearance say about you? Hiring managers make a first impression about a candidate in the first 30 seconds. By dressing sharp, those 30 seconds can make a positive and memorable impression that will help you land the job! So be sure to do some research on professional dress ahead of time and come to the workshop in your best interview attire!
For more info or to reserve a seat for this event, click here
YZ WIA Orientation and Assessment An overview of the WIA Program for Youth. Learn how we can help you find a job, pay for school, and much more! In addition, your reading and math skills will be assessed to help determine your eligibility to participate in the program. Sessions are every Tuesday and Thursday; Tuesdays from 3 to 5 p.m.; Thursdays from 9 to 11 a.m. Don’t miss this opportunity to start mapping out your road to success. Sign up today!
For more info or to reserve a seat for this event, click here
Computer Skills Certificate training program Sign up for the Computer Skills Certificate training program.
This is a self-paced, instructor-supported training program, based on computer tutorials and hands-on exercises and requires a minimum commitment of six hours per week.
The average time required to complete training is 40 to 60 hours. A certificate is awarded upon completion.
The program includes Beginning to Intermediate Microsoft Office 2010: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
You will be contacted in the order that referrals are received. It may be a couple of weeks before you are contacted. You do not have to attend workshops prior to this training if you already have basic computer skills.
For more info or to reserve a seat for this event, click here
Open Lab Open Lab is available everyday to help you improve your keyboarding, test your office skills knowledge, learn basic computer skills, and enhance your emotional intelligence. During Open Lab you can test for MS Word, Excel, Windows. No registration necessary. This is a COMPUTER-BASED, SELF-PACED LAB. A lab assistant is available to help you.
Open Lab Times;
Monday: 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 9:00 to 12 Noon
Wednesday: 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 to 12 Noon
Friday: 9:00 to 2:00 p.m.
QuickBooks Quick Books is offered as a tutorial during Open Lab. There is no need to register just come to Open Lab and get started! The Open Lab schedule is
• Mondays: 2 to 5 p.m.
• Tuesdays: 9 a.m. to 12 noon
• Wednesdays: 3 to 5 p.m.
• Thursdays: 9 a.m. to 12 noon
• Fridays: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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