WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
Click on the name of the workshop for more information. All
workshops are held at PA CareerLink Carbon County, 69 Broadway, Jim Thorpe, PA,
and are free of charge unless otherwise noted. All workshops require
registration.
TO REGISTER:
Call (570) 325-2701, extension 100
OR
Click here
to e-mail us
OR
Click here to use our
online registration form
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9:00-10:30 |
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9:00-11:30 |
10:30-11:30 |
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11:15-12:00 |
2:00-2:30 |
14 Steps to Start Your Own Business |
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16 Orientation to Education Assistance 10:00-12:00 **JOB FAIR** 1:00-4:00 |
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9:00-11:00 |
1:30-3:00 |
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26 CLOSED
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28 CWDS TIPS 9:00-11:30 |
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30 |
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11 CWDS TIPS |
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13 Steps to Start Your Own Business |
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20 Orientation to Education Assistance |
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25 CWDS TIPS 9:00-12:00 |
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“BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS” - Are
you new to computers? Let us teach you the basic skills in our hands-on
workshop. We’ll cover introduction to hardware and software, keyboard layout,
using a mouse, basic word processing, Internet and more. Come and learn the
basics – seating is limited so register early! This workshop is provided by PrimeTech
Training. Top of page
“CAREER DIRECTIONS” – Learn how to: Assess
Career Interests - Select the Right Career - Maximize Your Resume - Prepare for
an Interview - Get a Job. Top of page
“CHILD CARE INFORMATION WORKSHOP” – Find out what you need to know about child
care services in Carbon County. (The information provided in this workshop deals
with services available to residents of Carbon County only. Current Carbon
County residents, or anyone planning on moving to Carbon County, would benefit
from this workshop.) Top of page
“COMPUTERS IN THE WORKPLACE” – Increase your earning potential by expanding
your knowledge in all aspects of computers. This workshop, provided by
PrimeTech Training, is designed for people who recognize how important the
computer is in today's world. This informative seminar will cover: *The role of
the computer in today's changing environment. *The opportunities that will
become available to you after your computer training. *How to decide what area
of expertise will compliment your goals. Top
of page
“CWDS
TIPS (Technique-Internet-Potential-Success)” - Whether you are Internet savvy or not, we can give
you TIPS to maximize your job search efforts:
*Techniques to using the
Internet to your advantage for job searches. *Internet navigation and CWDS website tips and tricks. *Potential increase in resume response.
*Succeed in becoming
"Web-Smart"!!! - another tool to finding suitable work. (Please have your CWDS registration
completed at the time you register for this workshop) Top of page
“CWDS TIPS for
EMPLOYERS” – Let CareerLink
Staff show you how to best utilize CWDS for your workforce needs. Follow along
step by step through topics such as adding Points of Contact, creating job
orders, maintaining your business folder and job orders, conducting applicant
searches – and more! You will also be provided with a manual to take back to
your office. Top of page
“INTERVIEWING SKILLS WORKSHOP” - Learn the 7 phases of a job interview.
How can you make a good first impression?
**Requires a minimum of 3 individuals to hold workshop. Top of page
“ORIENTATION
TO EDUCATION ASSISTANCE” - Learn
about what the Educational Opportunity Centers, Inc. (EOC) can offer you in the
way of financial assistance for education and training. Career decision making
and training opportunities will be discussed. If interested, you will have the
opportunity to take the interest profile test or schedule an appointment to
speak with a representative. Orientation will last approximately 1/2 hour. If
you choose to stay for the interest profile test, it will be an additional 1 to
1½ hours in length. Top of page
“RESUME
ASSISTANCE” – Develop a
resume that will get noticed by employers. Learn how to create a resume that
enhances your strengths and capabilities. Learn about the 3 different styles
and discover which one best fits your needs. Today's job market usually
requires a resume, don't be left behind by not being informed and
prepared. Top of page
“STEPS TO STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS” – This workshop, which is provided by the Wilkes
University Small Business Development Center, is designed as a tool for people
who are willing and motivated to start a business venture. The "First
Step" seminar will cover three main areas that include: 1. The licenses
and registration you will need to address when starting a business in
Pennsylvania. 2. A business structure overview to discuss the major points of
what being a sole proprietorship, partnership, or a corporation will mean to
you and your business. 3. An introduction to business financing in an effort to
familiarize you with the lenders that are active in your area and give you the
tools to gather the information these lenders will be expecting from you. Part
of this process involves completing a business plan, a step that can be difficult
without the proper guidance. There is a charge of $10.00 to offset the cost of
the booklet that is provided. All consulting services are free of
charge. Top of page