Fall 2020 Ready to Work Course Listing

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The Ready to Work core curriculum consists of 6 training modules and ACT WorkKeys. Each module is comprised of 3 to 6 lessons that build upon and reinforce common concepts. All curriculum modules, including ACT WorkKeys, are structured to reinforce the essential skills of reading, writing, listening, speaking and arithmetic.

Learning Objectives: 

• ACT WorkKeys
  • Perform basic mathematic operations relevant to the workplace.
  • Read and understand documents commonly found in the workplace.
  • Find information presented in common workplace graphics.
  • Set up and solve complex work-related math problems.
  • Determine the relevance of written information to work-related tasks.
  • Apply information derived from graphics to work-related problems
• Computer Skills
  • Use file management systems to manage and share documents.
  • Use popular internet browsers to curate information.
  • Use virtual team tools to collaborate online with a virtual team.
  • Use social media tools effectively, including using LinkedIn to create a professional network, and use social media etiquette both on and off the job
  • Use popular productivity tools for word processing, data/financial management, creating presentations, email, and time management.
  • Use email tools to communicate effectively.
  • Use scheduling tools to manage personal time and collaborate with others’ schedules.
• FDIC
  • Effectively open, use, and manage a checking and savings account.
  • Develop spending plans/budgets.
  • Understand effective credit use.
  • Understand how to build and repair credit.
• Communications
  • Communicate positively.
  • Apply listening techniques.
  • Express nonverbal thoughts: written and body language.
  • Express verbal thoughts: face to face, phone, and virtually.
  • Apply verbal and nonverbal techniques in team environment.
• Workplace Behaviors
  • Recognize and respond appropriately to situations depicting:
    • Workplace violence
    • Diversity issues
    • Sexual harassment issues
    • Basic safety concerns
    • Workplace ethics: attendance/punctuality, attitude, performance/taking initiative
  • Problem Solving
  • Apply problem solving strategies and tools to solve common workplace problems.
  • Analyze problems using structured decision-making methodology.
  • Apply time management strategies to common life and workplace situations.
  • Use negotiation techniques to find common ground.
  • Apply conflict resolution techniques to common workplace situations.
• Job Prep
  • Gather information required to complete a job application.
  • Complete both online and written job applications.
  • Gather information to generate a resume.
  • Generate and maintain an accurate and current resume.
  • Apply appropriate communication skills improve interview techniques.

    
For more information or to enroll contact Center for Career & Workforce Development at 256.352.8386 or amanda.aris@wallacestate.edu