Skills Training for Job Seekers (HRD)
Enhance Your Resume, Market Yourself, Explore A New Career
HRD (Human Resources Development) courses provide employability skills training and assistance for adults who are trying to find employment, transitioning back into the workforce, or working to redefine their professional niche in today's global market.
Classes are designed to address current needs and trends of the complex and constantly changing workforce.
Full Catalog of HRD Courses | Available HRD Classes
*All HRD courses are fee-waived for qualifying individuals who are unemployed, "underemployed," or who have received notice of layoff or pending layoff.*
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And That's Why You Didn't Get the Job!HRD-3001BP21 available classes Break the cycle of not getting the job you deserve by uncovering common pitfalls that occur in the various stages of the job search process. You will learn the most common mistakes on resumes and applications. The class will also cover interview errors that hinder employme... |
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Beyond the ResumeHRD-3003V21 available classes Today's economic marketplace is undergoing rapid change. Learn the essential elements to secure a job in today’s market. Identify your natural strengths and how they relate to career success. Develop an elevator and identify your personal brand. Don’t forget the job intervi... |
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Career and Life Skills LabHRD-3002S21 available classes Looking for a job? Receive assistance and develop skills to overcome barriers to employment. Identify your career strengths and growth areas. Develop the communication and problem-solving skills needed for success in the workplace. Participate in hands-on activities, develop... |
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Career Pathway for Meeting and Event PlannersHRD-3004BK21 available classes Do you enjoy pulling off a great party or event? Do you like to be a part of putting the pieces together to make the "magic" happen? If so, then come explore a career in meeting and event planning! Learn about the technical skills and professional qualities needed to become... |
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Career Readiness for the Administrative Assistant in a Medical SettingHRD-3004AU21 available classes Learn what the necessary skills are to become an Administrative Assistant in a Medical Setting. Students will use a career assessment to align personal interests with careers in this field. They will review and discuss the qualifications required, and through assignments, pr... |
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Career Readiness for the Human Resources AssistantHRD-3004K21 available classes Learn about Human Resources – the skills, attributes, and work values necessary for employment in the field – and how to determine if a career in HR is right for you. This course covers the fundamentals of recruitment, hiring, and communication along with the role of technol... |
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Career Seeking Skills for the IT IndustryHRD-3004AY22 available classes If you want a job in the IT industry, now is the time! Career Seeking Skills for the IT Industry focuses on resume writing, online applications and interview techniques. Learn targeted job-seeking strategies. Examine the use of keywords and phrases for careers in IT. Review... |
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Confidence Focused InterviewingHRD-3001AC23 available classes Everyone has strengths and abilities, whatever their age, education, or income level – but few people know how to communicate those strong points to others! As a result, they may go unnoticed and remain unknown to colleagues, supervisors, and prospective employers. This cour... |
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Craft a Resume that Generates Employer InterestHRD-3001BZ21 available classes A successful resume is one that appeals to potential employers and results in interviews. This is accomplished by matching your qualifications, skills, and experience to the needs of employers. Research and analyze job postings to help you choose key words and phrases that r... |
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Creating Stellar Cover LettersHRD-3003AE21 available classes Learn to write cover letters that lead to job interviews! This course explains the two main kinds of letters – letters of application and letters of inquiry. You will learn how to frame cover letters based on key words in job descriptions and postings. You’ll also learn how... |