Programs
BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY & COMPUTER SKILLS
Computer skills are essential.
Individuals will gain basic hands on experience using the integrated programs of Microsoft Office and so much more. The course materials and applications are designed to build and practice fundamental computer skills and business technology that are used in working environments. Knowledge in these programs will enhance job skills and assist the individual with pre-employment computer skill development for potential placement. Classes will involve direct instruction and hands on experiences implementing the information taught.
FINANCE & PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE
Taking Control of Your Personal Finances Is The Key To Independence!
These introductory lessons to Personal Finance, Budgeting and Savings are designed to provide students with the understanding of money, budgeting, credit, banking, financial services, informed decisions, discounts and buying clubs, protecting financial information and borrowing. An essential life skill, all persons should have a working knowledge of how best to manage their money, evaluate opportunities for investment and retirement savings and demonstrate discipline for healthy financial decision making.
When you have a child who may require financial assistance throughout their life, planning for the future is too important to overlook. It’s critical to consider both the child’s needs as well as your own financial goals. Financial planning, the process of defining your goals, developing a plan and tracking your progress, is an important step in making your future plans a reality.
Financial topics…Protecting what’s important:
- The ABLE Program
- Managing your taxes
- Deductible expenses
- Medical expenses
- Other considerations
- Creating the future you deserve
- Preserving your wealth and the special needs trust
- Financial planning for a lifetime
WORKPLACE READINESS
Mastering Skills for Employment.
Gain basic understanding of the requirements and expectations for finding and keeping employment. Through interactive learning settings and presentations from local experienced hiring managers:
· Determine interests, skills, likes/dislikes
· How to build a job search strategy
· How to create a powerful resume
· Where to look for jobs
· How to prepare for an interview
· What to expect during the interview
· What to do after the interview