Workforce Development and Community Education: Fall 2021

Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce | 24 CAREER & WORKFORCE TRAINING REMOTE Displaced Homemakers/Project Transition Office Technology Training Program for Career Re-Entry This intensive remote program provides qualified displaced homemakers the opportunity to learn current, marketable skills to return to the workforce. There is no cost to eligible participants (single parents, widowed, disabled spouse, divorced, separated, unemployed spouse). All applicants must be unemployed or underemployed and must provide proof of Displaced Homemaker status according to NYS Department of Labor guidelines. LEARN CURRENT COMPUTER SKILLS:  Microsoft Word  Microsoft Excel  Microsoft Outlook  File Management LEARN JOB SEARCH SKILLS:  Resume writing  Interviewing  Online job search  Career Counseling Programs run remotely for 8 weeks. We run several programs per year. To find out if you are eligible for the Displaced Homemaker Training Program, email PG22@sunywcc.edu . Please include your phone number in your email. IN-PERSON Time Management for Success Are you feeling overwhelmed with your daily routine or planning a special upcoming event? There are proven and practical time management techniques to alleviate the stress and become more efficient in your daily life. Through simple exercises, learn to establish priorities, identify “time robbers”, and develop an action plan. CE-PRSDV 2150, 1 Sat., Oct. 9, 12:30-3:30 pm, KNC-3, $42. H Cuevas. #83522 IN-PERSON Mock Interview Workshop Make a winning impression by using verbal and non-verbal techniques to highlight your strengths. This interactive class will discuss proper interviewing etiquette, how to respond to difficult questions, the importance of researching the prospective employer, and follow-up procedures after the interview. Resumes will be reviewed and evaluated. Practice interviewing and get individualized feedback. Bring a copy of your current resume and cover letter. CE-JBPRP 2023, 1 Sat., Oct. 16, 12:30-3:30 pm, $42, KNC-5. H Cuevas. #83524 IN-PERSON Assertive Communication Skills in the Workplace Are you shy about speaking up? Learn how to successfully communicate by developing winning speech patterns, focusing on the audience, and rehearsing! Discover techniques to get your point across in a credible and self-assured manner. Through simple exercises, learn to voice your opinions, avoid interruptions, and make valuable contributions. CE-PRSDV 2065, 2 Sat., Oct. 16-23, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, $78, KNC-5. H Cuevas. #83525 IN-PERSON How to Schmooze Do you hate walking into a room where you do not know anyone? If you want to make connections for professional or personal reasons, effective schmoozing is essential and may yield many benefits: a promotion at work, a date, or investor interest. Learn how to schmooze without being fake. Learn key techniques, participate in various exercises, and get individualized feedback and tips. CE-PRSDV 2072, 1 Sat., Oct. 9, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, $42, KNC-3. H Cuevas. #83523 IN-PERSON Public Speaking with Ease Develop proficiency in public speaking through techniques, practice, and feedback. Each participant will deliver five speeches, each falling into a traditionally recognized category: anecdote, informative, persuasive, virtue, and tribute. Also learn the dramatic art of oral interpretation by reading from prepared texts. CE-COMM 2004, 6 Wed., Oct. 6-Nov. 10, 7:00-9:00 pm, KNC-3, $130. S Horowitz. #83549 REMOTE The Art of Public Speaking When asked, most people say their greatest fear is public speaking. Much like a performance on a Broadway stage, when speaking in front of an audience, all eyes and ears are on you. Good public speaking requires writing a well-organized narrative and practice, practice, practice. In this remote course, you will do just that and learn methods that will help to reduce anxiety and build confidence. CE-COMM 2027, 4 Wed., Oct. 6-27, 7:00-9:00 pm, $93. L Lush. #83929 CORPORATE TRAINING The Professional Development Center is a great place for you or members of your team to continue their professional development and enhance necessary business skills. Westchester Community College provides high quality programs with convenient and affordable options for workforce development and continuing education. We offer a variety of training programs which can be customized to your organization’s needs and delivered on your schedule. Flexible options include providing online programs and/or on-site training at your location or the Gateway Center located at our Valhalla campus. PROGRAMS INCLUDE:  Transforming the Customer Experience  Business Process Management  Conflict Resolution  Change Management & Leadership Development  Supervisory Skills for New Managers  Essentials of Management  Introduction to Lean Six Sigma  Computer Technologies/Office Productivity  Effective Business Communications  Medical Billing / Medical Coding  And many more For further information regarding the Professional Development Center Contact Jim Irvine, Director of Corporate Education and Continuing Professional Education at 914-606-6658 or email james.irvine@sunywcc.edu or pdc@sunywcc.edu or visit www.sunywcc.edu/pdc