Employment Training

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Wondering how you can make yourself more marketable for employment in today's economy?

Employment Training will teach you everything you need to know to help in your job search, write an effective resume and cover letter and prepare for a job.

Program Features

Introduction to the job market
The job search
Resume writing skills
Interview preparation
Interview basics
Protecting yourself

Content Outline

Module 1 - Introduction to the Job Market

Topic 1 – Today’s Job Market

Module 2 – The Job Search

Topic 1 – Perform a Self-Assessment
Topic 2 – Networking
Topic 3 – Using Internet Resources
Topic 4 – Recruiting Services
Topic 5 – Continuing Education
Topic 6 – Other Resources

Module 3 – Resume Writing Skills

Topic 1 – Introduction to Resumes
Topic 2 – Resume Format Model
Topic 3 – Establishing Your Objective
Topic 4 – Experience
Topic 5 – Special Skills and Education
Topic 6 – References/Recommendations
Topic 7 – Cover Letter Format Model

Module 4 - Interview Preparation

Topic 1 – Types of Interviews
Topic 2 – Scheduling the Interview
Topic 3 – Research the Job
Topic 4 – Research the Company
Topic 5 – Examples of Past Performance
Topic 6 – How to Look Professional
Topic 7 – Get Organized!

Module 5 - Interview Basics

Topic 1 – How We Communicate
Topic 2 – Listening
Topic 3 – Asking Questions
Topic 4 – Answering Questions
Topic 5 – The Follow-Up Letter
Topic 6 – The Second Interview

Module 6 – Protecting Yourself

Topic 1 – A Fair and Respectful Workplace
Topic 2 – What Is Discrimination?
Topic 3 – Age Discrimination
Topic 4 – Disability Discrimination
Topic 5 – National Origin Discrimination
Topic 6 – Pregnancy Discrimination
Topic 7 – Racial Discrimination
Topic 8 – Religious Discrimination
Topic 9 – Sex Discrimination

What’s the class like?

This online course is accessible over the Internet from any location at any time. You can begin the course almost immediately. The course uses sound, video and animation to make learning challenging and entertaining. Extensive online help and an online support staff can answer any questions you may have. Online progress tracking makes it possible to instantly certify you when you complete the course. The only requirement for you to access this program is a computer with an Internet connection.

Course Fee

$195 (includes Registration Fee)

Registration Information

Register by Mail:

Complete a Center for Workforce & Community Education registration form (PDF*). Attach a check or money order, or provide credit card information for the appropriate amount. Make checks and money orders payable to CCRI. Mail to:

CCRI, Center for Workforce & Community Education
1762 Louisquisset Pike
Lincoln, RI 02865-4585

Register by Fax:

Use your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card to register 24 hours a day, seven days a week by completing a Center for Workforce & Community Education registration form (PDF*) and faxing it to the Center for Workforce & Community Education Office at Lincoln (401.333.7237).

Center for Workforce & Community Education Registration Form:

Center for Workforce & Community Education registration form - PDF*

*PDF files require Adobe Acrobat Reader to view - Download here

Once your registration and payment are processed you will receive email notification that you have been added to the course. Your access will typically be set up within 48 hours of this email notification.