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FREE mec job Search Workshops
CALL (415) 473-3300

SelF-Assessment & Career Exploration:  
Facilitator:  Annabelle Travis
      This workshop is designed to identify occupational interests, make choices and set goals based on assessment of personality and transferable skills.

 You must have a job goal to attend the following workshops.

Networking into the Hidden Labor Market:
Facilitator: Gill Smith
     Learn how to identify “your” labor market and create an individualized job search utilizing both traditional as well as non-traditional methods.  Discover the importance of networking and how to structure a job search strategy.  Get familiar with current and future projections of employment.

High-Impact Master Applications & References:
Facilitator: Gill Smith
     Understanding the application process is paramount for the job seeker.  Learn why employers use applications and what they want to know; prepare for and avoid knock-out factors: make points and get interviews.  References are a critical, necessary step in the hiring process: learn to contact and coach your references.

Interviewing Techniques:
Facilitator: Lea Del Pomo
     Learn how employers think in order to ace the interview and answer difficult questions.  Discover how to sell yourself as a valuable asset to the prospective employer.  You will get actual videotaped practice interviewing and receive positive feedback as part of this course. 

Resumes: It  helps to think like an employer! 
Facilitator: Josette Molloy
     Learn what resumes and cover letters can and can’t do for you.  Find tools to help package your skills and achievements.  Create, save, and e-mail your word-processed resume and cover letter. 

Internet: It’s information, not just job banks! 
Facilitator: Tim McClain
     Find Internet resources that help you prepare to look for work.  Discover some of the best-kept job search secrets on the Web.  Use the Internet to research companies that are NOT hiring!  Let the Internet work for you—learn about job scouts and search agents.  Learn how to effectively use your free e-mail account.

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 EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION IN THE WORKPLACE:  CALL       (415) 945-3730 (presented by Tamalpais School District Adult & Community Education)

This is a five day training session.  Course titles are: Identifying Personality Styles; Key Elements of Communication; Attitudes of Excellent Service; Essential Practices of Customer Service; Difficult People and Conflict Resolution; Time Management Skills, Managing Stress and Understanding Personal Listening Approaches. 

COLLEGE OF MARIN WORKSHOPS: CALL (415) 473-3318

FINANCIAL AID PRESENTATION:  
Facilitator: Emy Bagtas
     This session will explain what financial aid is and how to apply for it. College of Marin offers a variety of federal and state programs in the form of fee waivers, grants, loans and part-time jobs to students. Financial aid provides money for books, fees, transportation, tuition and some living expenses for students who qualify.

ASESSMENTS AND TEST TAKING ANXIETY:  
Facilitator: Patricia Torres
     This session will explain the services provided by the Testing Office to new and prospective students who are planning to enroll at College of Marin. All new and returning students must attend an orientation and complete the assessment testing to ensure accurate placement in college courses. This session will assist you in how to prepare for the tests, including a practice English and Math Placement testing website.

CAREER EDUCATION PROGRAM OPTIONS:
Facilitator: Letta Hlavachek
     This session will provide Information about the many opportunities available to retrain in entering a new career, upgrading skills, or to earning Skills Certificates, Certificates of Achievement, or an Associate Degree. Many different fields of study will be explained, such as court reporting and healthcare.

 GENERAL EDUCATION DIPLOMA (GED) PROGRAMS:
Facilitators: Letta Hlavachek, College of Marin & Carol Eber, Karen McCredie, and Jaemie Nash, Tamalpais Adult Education
     This session will provide information on where to get GED courses, GED testing, how to enroll, the available hours and any other questions regarding earning a GED.

PRE-VENTURE WORKSHOP: CALL (707) 524-1770 (sponsored by Redwood Empire Small Business Development Center)

Free for individuals who have a business concept and have started the planning process, but are not currently operating a business. Workshops are offered in two modules: What to Consider When Starting a Business & Marketing Your Business; Financing Your Business & Legal Aspects of Starting a Business

Marin ProfessionalS: cALL (415) 507-2140
www.marinprofessionals.org
(Local chapter of Experience Unlimited, sponsored by Employment Development Department.)

• Job club for anyone seeking professional, managerial or high-level technical positions.
  Supportive network of peers and access to computers, Internet, reference materials.

• Five-day workshop leading to membership.
  Polish your skills in resume writing, networking and interviewing.

• General membership meetings and special mini-workshops.
  Guest speakers focus on career-related topics.

• Monthly newsletter for members.
  Success stories, workshop calendar and other upcoming events.

BASIC CAR MAINTENANCE WORKSHOP: CALL (415) 473-3350    (sponsored by Marin County Department of Health & Human Services, Employment & Training Branch)

Free five-hour consumer education workshop taught by a certified automotive mechanic utilizing your own vehicle.  Learn to check vehicle systems, fix a flat, check brake linings, set up preventative maintenance schedule.