Free childcare available with reservations, 262.695.7949
Workforce Development Center, 262.695.7800
Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm
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For accessibility accommodations, 262.695.7800 Free childcare available with reservations, 262.695.7949 Workforce Development Center, 262.695.7800 |
Career Center Hours Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm |
Job Information Center Hours
Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm |
| Job Coaching Mature Workers: No Fee
Learn how to manage issues of age discrimination, stereotyping of older workers and the "overqualified" judgment that mature workers often hear. Consider employment in areas in which age can be an asset. Careerview for HSED Students(starts)*: Waukesha campus 262.695.6500 As an HSED student taking this class, you have an opportunity to learn about: your interests and favorite skills your personality type and its importance in career selection occupations and educational options marketing yourself in a job search, including resume development This class will help you begin the process of career planning and develop the basic tools necessary to conduct a job search. Completion of this class satisfies the Employability Skills requirement for the High School Equivalency Diploma. Effective Apps: No Fee Learn how to complete applications properly so employers don't disqualify your application without even interviewing you. Drop-In Career Services: No Fee Call 262.695.7848 for information Walk in during the hours listed on the schedule for career exploration or a brief resume review. First come First served Career Exploration - Utilize career assessments to discover occupations that relate to your skills and interests. Research occupational information, salary and job outlook by accessing the Internet and career library resources. Resume Critique - If you have a completed resume or cover letter, the staff will provide a brief review and offer suggestions for improvement. Emailing Resumes and Navigating Job Boards: No Fee Learn methods and proper way to email a resume and cover letter to prospective employers. Become skilled in navigating on job boards. Get tips to make your job search effective. Hands on time is included to enchance your learning experience. Online Applications and Company Research: No Fee Learn the ins and outs of filling out an online application. Research information on companies through newspaper articles, industry and trade publications, and databases. Tour wctc.resumemaker.com and gain knowledge of this tool to create or revise your resume. Post HS Options*: Fee Call 262.695.7848 to register Designed for parents and students in 10th through 12th grades. Students complete a variety of assessments to help narrow potential career choices. Students utilize computer-based career planning programs and the Internet for further career exploration, financial aid and scholarship searches, and college information. Choose a WCTC Program*: No Fee 262.695.7848 Choose a WCTC program - No Fee - Call 262.695.7848 to register. Want to go on to school but unsure which WCTC program would be right for you? This workshop will outline the steps involved in choosing a program that fits. Activities are suggested, questions asked and resources provided to guide you in the career decision-making process. Managing Resources: No Fee This workshop provides you with tools to create an effective budget. Discover where your money really goes. Also, get tips on stretching your food dollars and developing healthy food choices. We will also discuss time management and setting realistic goals to simplify your life. Life/Work Planning(Starts)*: Fee Register at www.wctc.edu or call 262.691.5578 For information call(262)695-7848 Day sessions offered: Mon.-Thurs. 9-11:55 am Evenings sessions offered: Mon. and Wed. OR Tues. and Thurs. from 6-8:55 pm 4 sessions-12 hours total The Life/Work Planning course is designed to assist adults in gaining self-knowledge in the areas of skills, interests, values, personality preferences, decision making style and experience as it relates to employment and training options. Participants utilize the Internet to explore their career interests. Networking techniques and goal setting strategies are discussed. If you are in the WIA program or in Careerview, please contact your case manager for the CRN #. Interviewing: No Fee Through interaction and discussion, we will review the entire interview process. The common fears we all feel during an interview, how important packaging and responsiveness are in making a successful outcome and how to increase your personal power during the interview. Time to practice your responses to interviewing, questions included. Bring a copy of your resume. Communication and Career Planning*: Fee Call 262.695.7848 to register Designed for parents and students in 7th through 12th grades. Myers-Briggs Type Indicator results are used to explore careers based on type and temperament. Realizing the Dream*: Fee Call 262.695.7848 to register Designed for parents and students in 7th through 9th grades. Participants learn about current and future trends in the labor market and explore potential careers based on the results of self-exploration activities. Tap Hidden Job Market: No Fee Learn how to find jobs in any kind of market, develop a personalized network for your search and locate job openings before they reach the general public. Steps to Create a Resume : No Fee If you have not written a resume recently or need to create your first, attend this workshop. The presentation will discuss the latest trends and basic formats of a resume. In addition, a computer software tool will be introduced to create your resume. Please pick up a Resume Packet from the Career Center to be completed before attending the class. Classes start promptly at scheduled times. Tuesday 9-10:15AM Wednesday 1-2:15PM Spring/Fall Job Fair: Free Employers will be interviewing on-the-spot! Bring Your Resume Free Admission and Parking Free On-site Child Care For an updated list of attending employers go to www.wfdc.org and click on Job Fairs. |