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.
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*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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Applying Computer Skills for an Effective Job SearchHRD-3005BE21 available classes Conquer your fear of technology as you learn basic computer skills that can help with your search for employment. Access valuable job search tools using NCWorks Online, including assessments, resume builder, and virtual recruiter. Develop word processing skills for creating... |
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Beyond the ResumeHRD-3003V21 available classes This course focuses on the essential elements for securing a job in today’s rapidly changing economic marketplace. Participants will identify their natural strengths and how they relate to career success, identify their personal brand, develop an elevator speech, and learn h... |
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Career and Life Skills LabHRD-3002S22 available classes This course will help job seekers develop skills and overcome barriers to employment. Students will complete assessments to identify strengths and areas for improvement and work to develop the communication and problem-solving skills necessary for workplace success. Hands-on... |
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Career Assistance Lab - Abbreviated VersionHRD-3002X21 available classes This lab features an open-entry, open-exit format to meet the customized needs of students and agencies who may refer students, including the JobLink career centers, public libraries, and employment security commissions. You’ll become comfortable with basic computer skills f... |
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Career Exploration in the E-Publishing IndustryHRD-3004BD21 available classes This introductory course explores careers in e-publishing - books, blogs, articles and magazines. Participants will learn how to organize ideas into relevant content and gain general knowledge on e-publishing. The course will include techniques to help participants identif... |
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Career Exploration: Discover the Career Field that's Right for YouHRD-3004BL22 available classes Explore the 16 Career Clusters and the Career Pathways within each cluster. Complete self-assessments and learn how your interests relate to the Career Pathways to discover a career field that’s right for you. Leverage online tools to research specific occupations including... |
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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 Readiness for the Professional Administrative AssistantHRD-3004AZ22 available classes Learn about office administration – the skills, attributes, and work values necessary for employment in the field – and how to determine if a career as an administrative assistant is right for you. This course explains the role of technology in administrative work and how to... |
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Career Seeking Skills for Translators and InterpretersHRD-3004AW41 available classes This course will explore the skills necessary to become an interpreter and/or translator. Students will learn the difference between being an interpreter and a translator and have the opportunity to assess their language skills for either industry. They will understand the... |
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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... |