CAREER ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT

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Business Networking
In this workshop, learn how to effectively network for business purposes. The class will review how networking is connected to job searches, career changes, and developing contacts for future purposes. Traditional networking as well as internet based applications will be reviewed. A process for tracking and maintaining contacts will be developed.

Course #: CECD201-1 
Date(s): Saturday, November 8, 2008
Time: 9:00am–12:00pm
Location: Chicago
Cost: $60

Course #: CECD201-2
Date(s): Saturday, January 17, 2009
Time: 1:00pm–4:00pm
Location: Lisle
Cost: $60

Career Assessment and Planning Course
Are you tired of your job? Are you looking for a new career direction? Does a job search make you nervous? Need help marketing yourself? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, this course is for you! Career assessment and planning will build your confidence and help you take your career to the next level or a find a second career that best fits your interests and strengths.

In this course, you will:
• Take the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® Assessment (MBTI®) to learn more about yourself and your personality   traits.
• Identify your transferable skills and abilities to the career development process.
• Conduct career research using a variety of resources.
• Explore careers that fit your personality and experiences.
• Develop a resume and cover letter that will stand out from the rest.
• Learn and practice interviewing techniques that will help your future employer see you in the position.
• Create a career plan that best fits your personality, interests and strengths.

Course #: CEINT400-2
Date(s): Mondays, September 29–
October 20, 2008
Time: 5:30pm–9:30pm
Location: Chicago
Cost: $200
Testing Fee: $20 for the Myers-Briggs
Type Indicator® Assessment (MBTI®)

Course #: CEINT400-4
Date(s): Wednesdays, November 5– December 3, 2008
(no class 11/26)
Time: 5:30pm–9:30pm
Location: Wheeling
Cost: $200
Testing Fee: $20 for the Myers-Briggs
Type Indicator® Assessment (MBTI®)

Course #: CEINT400-3
Date(s): Wednesdays, October 1– October 22, 2008
Time: 5:30pm–9:30pm
Location: Skokie
Cost: $200
Testing Fee: $20 for the Myers-Briggs
Type Indicator® Assessment (MBTI®)

Creative Presentations and Format
In this two-part series, learn the basics of effective presentation styles. The first part of the session will focus on presentation  (including eye contact and gesturing); the second on the effective use of software and hand-out materials.

Course #: CECD202-1
Date(s): Wednesdays, February 4 and February 11, 2009
Time: 7:00pm–9:00pm
Location: Elgin
Cost: $80

Informational Interviews—Networking for New Professionals
Entering the workforce can be intimidating and overwhelming. With over 200 resumes submitted for each position, creating a network is critical to your success in finding your first “real” job. In this workshop, explore ways to build your network through informational interviewing.

Course #: CECD203-1
Date(s): Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Time: 6:00pm–8:00pm
Location: Skokie
Cost: $40

Course #: CECD203-2
Date(s): Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Time: 6:00pm–8:00pm
Location: Skokie
Cost: $40

Interviewing and Negotiating
In this workshop, you will learn a variety of methods to further develop your interviewing skills, as well as a discussion about making the right first impression for the right job. Negotiating job offers, including determining and communicating your highest priorities, and getting off on the right foot at a new employer will also be covered.

Course #: CECD204-1
Date(s): Monday, October 13, 2008
Time: 6:00pm–8:00pm
Location: Chicago
Cost: $40

Course #: CECD204-2
Date(s): Thursday, January 15, 2009
Time: 6:00pm–8:00pm
Location: Wheeling
Cost: $40

Resume Writing and Layout
In this two-part course, learn the basics of identifying your professional strengths and how to develop optimal, concise wording to communicate your unique story. The second part of the course will focus on layout and design of your presentation document(s). Stand out from the crowd in content and style.

Course #: CECD205-1
Date(s): Wednesdays, December 3 and December 10, 2008
Time: 7:00pm–9:00pm
Location: Elgin
Cost: $80

 

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