Human Resources Development (HRD)
Employability Skills Training - Fee Waived to Qualified Participants

HRD Tuition and Fee Waiver: Human Resources Development (HRD) provides skills assessment services, employability skills training, and career development activities for adults who are unemployed or underemployed.  *Registration fees for the following Employability Skills classes may be waived for individuals who meet the following criteria:

• Unemployed;
• Received notice of pending layoff;
• Working and eligible for Federal Earned Income Tax Credit (FEIT); or
• Working and earn wages at or below two hundred percent (200%) of the federal poverty guidelines.

Workkeys Test Prep Classes are FEE WAIVED and get you prepared to take the 3 Workkeys Tests needed to obtain your Career Readiness Certificate.

To sign up or get more information on Employability Skills classes, contact Danielle Hussey at (919) 209-2042.

Upcoming Courses:

Effective Communication (8 Hrs)

Identify your personal communication style, build confidence and learn how to accurately communicate your skills and abilities. *Class fee may be waived if financial eligibility requirements are met (unemployed, underemployed, received notice of a layoff).

Course Code: HRD 3001 09U
Dates/Days: May, 20, 2013 - May, 22, 2013 (M/T/W)
Course Times: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Workforce Development Center 2014
Instructor: Kaple
Registration Fee: $65
Note: Last night of class 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Course Code: HRD 3001 10U
Dates/Days: June, 04, 2013 - June, 06, 2013 (T/Th)
Course Times: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Benson Conference Center
Instructor: Kaple
Registration Fee: $65
Note: 1-hour lunch period

Course Code: HRD 3001 11U
Dates/Days: August, 06, 2013 - August, 08, 2013 (T/Th)
Course Times: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Benson Conference Center
Instructor: Kaple
Registration Fee: $65
Note: 1-hour lunch period

Effective Strategies for Your Job Search (3 Hrs)

Stay one step beyond your competition. This 3-hour workshop will provide effective tips on topics critical for a successful job search. Learn how to match your career goals with your skills and interests. Also gain some tips on creating a productive résumé, creating effective cover letters, interviewing skills, and the best way to handle difficult information. Be ready for the “elevator interview”. Come learn what you need to know to get the attention of employers. You will soon be on your way to a new career!! *Class fee may be waived if financial eligibility requirements are met (unemployed, underemployed, received notice of a layoff).

Course Code: HRD 3001 01U
Dates/Days: May, 21, 2013 (T)
Course Times: 9:00 a.m. - noon
Location: Employment Security Commission, 224 Peedin Rd, Smithfield
Instructor: Ward
Registration Fee: $65

Course Code: HRD 3001 02U
Dates/Days: June, 27, 2013 (Th)
Course Times: 9:00 a.m. - noon
Location: Employment Security Commission, 224 Peedin Rd, Smithfield
Instructor: Ward
Registration Fee: $65

Job Search – What’s New, What’s Missing (4 Hrs)

Tweak your resume toward a job description and learn different social media and job websites you might not have heard of to help you with your job search. Explore who to send a resume to and whether you need a cover letter and how you follow up to an interview. * Class fee may be waived if financial eligibility requirements are met (unemployed, underemployed, received notice of a layoff).

Course Code: HRD 3001 13U
Dates/Days: August, 08, 2013 (Th)
Course Times: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Clayton Library - Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library Activity Room
Instructor: Blount
Registration Fee: $65
Note: You are welcome to bring a snack or lunch.

Job Searching Using Technology (32 Hours)

This course is designed to enhance the job seeker’s ability to use technology in the job search process. The instruction presented in this class will focus on assessing one’s technology literacy, developing a basic understanding and development of moderate computer skills. Students will use technology in implementing job search strategies, use technology in creating employment related documents (resume, cover letters, applications and electronic portfolios) and understand the impact of social networking on employment. *Class fee may be waived if financial eligibility requirements are met (unemployed, underemployed, received notice of a layoff).

Course Code: HRD 3005 01U
Dates/Days: June, 03, 2013 - June, 13, 2013 (M/T/W/Th)
Course Times: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: JCC Main Campus - Wilson Building
Instructor: Ward
Registration Fee: $120
Materials: FLASH DRIVE REQUIRED
Note: 1-hour lunch period

Course Code: HRD 3005 03U
Dates/Days: June, 19, 2013 - July, 11, 2013 (W/Th)
Course Times: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Kenly Center
Instructor: Badgett
Registration Fee: $120
Materials: FLASH DRIVE REQUIRED
Note: 1-hour lunch period; This is a 30 hour course – NO CLASS 7/3 or 7/4

Course Code: HRD 3005 02U
Dates/Days: July, 29, 2013 - August, 08, 2013 (M/T/W/Th)
Course Times: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: JCC Main Campus - Wilson Building
Instructor: Ward
Registration Fee: $120
Materials: FLASH DRIVE REQUIRED
Note: 1-hour lunch period

LinkedIn (3 Hrs)

Attendees will learn how to sign up, build a profile and add work experience and education. Additional information will be given on how to accept and send invitations, messaging, finding and joining groups, following companies, manage LinkedIn settings, and how to use keywords in your profile for career development.
* Class fee may be waived if financial eligibility requirements are met (unemployed, underemployed, received notice of a layoff).

Course Code: HRD 3005 04U
Dates/Days: June, 10, 2013 (M)
Course Times: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Kenly Center 3
Instructor: Badgett
Registration Fee: $65

Course Code: HRD 3005 05U
Dates/Days: August, 06, 2013 (T)
Course Times: 9:00 a.m. - noon
Location: Kenly Center 3
Instructor: Badgett
Registration Fee: $65

Resume Writing for Job Seekers (8 Hrs)

In this class you will learn how to create a successful resume for your next employment and how to complete an online application and attach a resume to the file. You will learn interviewing skills needed for your next job interview. Bring your experience, educational history and reference contact information.
* Class fee may be waived if financial eligibility requirements are met (unemployed, underemployed, received notice of a layoff).

Course Code: HRD 3001 06U
Dates/Days: May, 22, 2013 - May, 23, 2013 (W/Th)
Course Times: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: JCC Main Campus - Wilson Building
Instructor: Ward
Registration Fee: $65
Materials: FLASH DRIVE REQUIRED
Note: 1-hour lunch period

Course Code: HRD 3001 07U
Dates/Days: June, 25, 2013 - June, 26, 2013 (T/W)
Course Times: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: JCC Main Campus - Wilson Building
Instructor: Ward
Registration Fee: $65
Materials: FLASH DRIVE REQUIRED
Note: 1-hour lunch period

Course Code: HRD 3001 08U
Dates/Days: July, 08, 2013 - July, 10, 2013 (M/T/W)
Course Times: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Workforce Development Center
Instructor: Rawlinson
Registration Fee: $65
Materials: FLASH DRIVE REQUIRED
Note: Wednesday night class 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Skills for a New Career (12 Hrs)

Can you sell yourself to potential employers? Build your self-confidence, and learn how to network and professionalism in the workplace. This class will introduce social networking, online applications, and include a self-assessment.
*Class fee may be waived if financial eligibility requirements are met (unemployed, underemployed, received notice of a layoff).

Course Code: HRD 3001 04U
Dates/Days: June, 17, 2013 - June, 20, 2013 (M/T/W/Th)
Course Times: 9:00 a.m. - noon
Location: JCC Main Campus - Wilson Building
Instructor: Ward
Registration Fee: $65

Course Code: HRD 3001 05U
Dates/Days: July, 22, 2013 - July, 25, 2013 (M/T/W/Th)
Course Times: 9:00 a.m. - noon
Location: JCC Main Campus - Wilson Building
Instructor: Ward
Registration Fee: $65