HRD Class Descriptions & Times
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Human Resources Development Classes
The Human Resources Development (HRD) Program is designed to provide employment skills training to unemployed and underemployed adults. Tuition and fees for HRD classes are waived if the student is unemployed, has received notice of a layoff, or meets our income guidelines. To pre-register for a class or for more information please call 765-7351, ext 249. You may also click the register button after the description of each class.
Fresh Start (22.5 Hours)
This seminar is designed for women who want to increase their self-esteem and expand their horizons. Weekly topics include refining communication skills, self-esteem development, stress management, personal budgeting, and personal makeovers. We will also cover dressing for success in the workplace. Students may begin this class any time during the semester!
1/9-5/7, M, 4:30-6:00 PM
Harpold $65 (Fee Waived)
Abundant Life Church, Spruce Pine
1/12- 5/10, TH, 4:005:30 PM
Hughes $65 (Fee Waived)
Church of Christ, Burnsville
To register for HRD classes: 756-7351 x 239
Employability Skills Lab
This drop-in class assists students in identifying and pursuing employment in today's challenging global economy. Topics include job search strategies, creating effective resumes and cover letters, preparing for interviews and meeting employer expectationsin a job interview.
1/7, 1/21, 2/4, 2/11, SA, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
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1/3-5/15, T, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Staff $65 (Fee Waived)
MCC Avery Campus
1/5-5/10, T, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Staff $65 (Fee Waived)
MCC Mitchell Campus
1/14, 1/28, 2/11, 2/25, SA 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
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1/9-5/14 M 3:30-5:30 PM
Hughes $65 (Fee Waived)
MCC Yancey Campus
To register for HRD classes: 756-7351 x 239
Personal Career Planning (18 Hours)
This seminar is designed to assess the interests, attitudes, aptitude, and readiness, as it relates to your career employment opportunities and or /educational goals. Formulate an action plan for professional and educational advancement and prepare a written plan of action to accomplish career goals.
1/12, 1/26 2/9, 2/23, 3/8, 3/22, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, TH, 2:00-4:00 PM,
Staff $65 (Fee Waived)
Avery JobLink Office
1/10, 1/24, 2/14, 2/28, 3/13, 3/27, 4/10, 4/24, 5/8, T, 9:00-11:00 AM
Staff $65 (Fee Waived)
Mitchell JobLink Office
1/9, 1/23/, 2/13, 2/27, 3/12, 3/26, 4/9, 4/23, 5/14 M, 2:00-4:00 PM
Staff $65 (Fee Waived)
Yancey JobLink Office
To register for HRD classes: 756-7351 x 239
Career Advancement (24 Hours)
This week long class is designed for those who are unemployed or underemployed and are seeking a more rewarding work environment. Strategies for career advancement include defining a successful work ethic, motivating factors of employees, and differentiating between job and career. Focus will be on developing the student into a valuable asset to today's workforce.
4/16-4/19, M-TH, 9:00 AM-3:30 PM
Staff $65 (Fee Waived)
MCC Main Campus
To register for HRD classes: 756-7351 x 239
Social Media & Technology
Awareness (24 Hours)
Learn more about using a personal computer, and develop basic computer skills necessary for employment. Use technology to implement job search strategies, compile employment related documents, access government, and educational resources as well as understand the impact of social networking on employment and the role of technology in the workplace.
1/31-2/23, TTH, 4:30-7:30 PM
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4/3-4/26, TTH, 4:30-7:30 PM
Phillips $65 (Fee Waived)
MCC Mitchell Campus
To register for HRD classes: 756-7351 x 239
Career Makeover (12 Hours)
Are you tired of jobs that lead nowhere? This class will help upgrade your employment potential by examining current skills and retraining opportunities. It will also identify potential barriers to success and develop strategies to overcome them.
3/19-3/28, MW, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Gouge $65 (Fee Waived)
MCC Mitchell Campus
To register for HRD classes: 756-7351 x 239
Finding Opportunities in the New Green Economy (12 Hours)
This class focuses on those looking for jobs who may want to consider transitioning into the green economy workforce.Gain an understanding of the new green economy and the potential for jobs in this industry.
1/31-2/9, TTH, 5:00-8:00 PM
Staff $65 (Fee Waived)
MCC Mitchell Campus
To register for HRD classes: 756-7351 x 239
Career Pathway for Plumbing (30 Hours)
Learn about employment opportunities in the plumbing industry. Gain the basic skills necessary for this profession. This class will offer basic hands-on experience while discussing the varied work environment.
2/20-3/21, MW, 6:00-9:00 PM
Jaynes $65 Fee Waived)
MCC Avery Campus
To register for HRD classes: 756-7351 x 239
Economic Literacy (16 Hours)
This class is designed to cover cost cutting tips for anyone, while focusing on developing attainable household and family budgets.
1/24- 2/2, TTH, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Gouge $65 (Fee Waived)
MCC Mitchell Campus
To register for HRD classes: 756-7351 x 239
How to Survive on Unemployment Benefits or Reduced Wages (18 Hours)
Explore budgeting from a new perspective and learn techniques for living on less! Topics include which bills to pay first, working with creditors, and eliminating unnecessary spending.
2/6-2/22, MW, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Staff $65 (Fee Waived)
MCC Mitchell Campus
To register for HRD classes: 756-7351 x 239
Career Readiness Certification (CRC)
North Carolina Career Readiness Certification is a workplace credential that promotes skills and career development for individuals searching for employment. Participants are tested in Math, Reading, and Locating Information. Three levels of certification, Bronze, Silver, or Gold, are available based upon the test-taker's score. Even with a high school diploma or GED, the CRC credential provides additional verification that a person can handle tasks common in today's workplace, and regional industries recognize the CRC as an excellent screening tool for applicants.
Career Readiness Certification Lab
These labs assist students in preparing for the CRC exam. This internet based training will help to improve scores in the three areas of testing; Math, Reading and Locating Information. Labs will be open on all three of Mayland's campuses. For information on schedules please contact Ted Ollis at 765-7351, x 267.
CRC Assessment Lab
To receive a Project Skill-Up scholarship, students are required to attend one lab day in order to complete a CRC assessment.
1/13-5/11, F, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Staff
MCC Avery Campus 765-7351, x 267
1/5-5/10, T, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Staff
MCC Mitchell Campus 765-7351, x 267
1/14, 1/28, 2/11, 2/25, SA 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
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1/9-5/14 M 3:30-5:30 PM
Hughes
MCC Yancey Campus 765-7351, x 267
Career Readiness Testing
For information on scheduling a test, please contact Ted Ollis at 1-800-462-9526 x 267.
Project Skill-Up HRD Classes
This class, or verification of previous completion of nine hours of HRD training, is required to for a student to receive a Project Skill-Up scholarship. Class assists students in identifying and pursuing
employment. Topics include job search strategies, filing out applications, and
preparing for interviews.
1/23-1/25, MW, 6:00-9:00 PM
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2/13-2/15, MW, 6:00-9:00 PM
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3/12-3/14, MW, 6:00-9:00 PM
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4/16-4/18, MW, 6:00-9:00 PM
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5/14-5/16, MW, 6:00-9:00 PM
MCC Yancey Campus 756-7351 x 267
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MCC Mitchell Campus 756-7351 x 267
MCC Avery Campus
1/10-1/12, TTH 6:00-9:00 PM
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2/21-2/23, TTH 6:00-9:00 PM
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3/13-3/15, TTH 6:00-9:00 PM
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4/17-4/19, TTH 6:00-9:00 PM
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5/1-5/3, TTH 6:00-9:00 PM
Avery Campus 756-7351 x 267
