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WORKFIRST PROGRAMS
“Training opportunities for TANF (Temporary Aid to Needy Families) recipients” and low-income individuals.
The following training opportunities are available through the Big Bend Community College WorkFirst program:
Customized Job Skills Training
Customized Job Skills Training (CJST) is an intensive short-term job training program customized for participants preparing for the workplace. The trainings are designed to include industry specific skills identified by local business and industry. Training is typically 8 to 22 weeks in length. Examples of training include, but are not limited to: Front Office Specialist, Childcare/Early Childhood Assistant and Certified Nursing Assistant.
BasiSSkills Training (including GED/ESL)
The Adult Basic Education program (ABE) is designed to enhance basic skill levels in math, reading, writing and critical thinking and to prepare students for the GED.
English-as-a-Second Language (ESL) is for non- or limited English-speaking adults. Classes combine listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with an emphasis on listening and speaking skills.
Both ABE and ESL instruction centers on real-life issues and combines lecture, computer-assisted learning, small group work and independent learning. The goal in both programs is to increase literacy skills for success in college classes or entry level employment.
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Job Training Program (Part time 12 hours/week)
General and Individualized Job Training to meet client needs
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Keyboarding assessment and training
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MS Office training (with emphasis in Word and Excel)
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Job Exploration
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Workplace and Employability Skills
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Lecture Based Training Modules
Leaders in Service Leaders in Service
· Public Speaking
· Office Etiquette
· Listening Skills
· Non Verbal Communication
· Leadership
· Self-Management
Effective Workplace Habits
· Module 1-Preparing for Success
· Module 2-Interpersonal Skills
· Module 3-Marketing Tools
· Module 4-Knock’em Dead Interviews
· Module 5-Be an Effective Manager
· Module 6-Job Retention & Advancement
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WorkFirst Financial Aid/Tuition Assistance
Tuition Assistance for Working Parents assists TANF and low-income parents gain the skills needed to become employed or to advance in employment through wage and skill progression. Assistance may include tuition, books and fees for the approved vocational courses and certificates. To be eligible, you must be working at least part-time (at least 20 hours per week), have dependant children under the age of 18 and be income eligible.
All services include training, training completion assistance and support, referral to support services, and job placement assistance.
For more information and to see if you qualify contact:
Director of WorkFirst Services or Director of WorkFirst Job Training