December 12, 2003

JANUARY CAREER WORKSHOPS

The Workforce Development Partnership, a joint venture of
Iowa Workforce Development, the Iowa Department of Human Services and North
Iowa Area Community College, is offering career planning workshops and
services during January.

All events are being held in Mason City at the local Workforce Development
Center, 600 S. Pierce Avenue at no fee.

Workshop dates and topics are:

Every Tuesday, What's Hot! 3:45 p.m.-4:15 p.m.
This workshop presents an overview of current job openings, how to apply,
and how to use Labor Market Information to identify future trends. Call
North Iowa Career Center (641) 422-4292 to register.

January 6-8: ACE-The Action for Career Employment Workshop, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
In this motivational workshop participants will learn how to successfully
deal with change, set goals, think positively about their future, and take
control of their lives. Call Janice at (641) 422-1515 to register.

January 9: Assessment, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
This day includes an interest inventory and aptitude test to help
participants decide which career track to pursue. To register call Janice
at (641) 422-1515.

January 14-16 &28-30: Job Seeking Skills, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Three days will be spent on developing resumes, filling out applications
and brushing up on interviewing skills. Call Mickey at (641) 422-1514 to
register.

January 20-22: Challenges and Choices, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
This life skills/parenting skills class is designed to assist men and women
in developing a variety of skills to assist them in meeting their
day-to-day responsibilities. Call Heather at (641) 422-1504 to register.

The Iowa Advantage Program offers nine workshops held on Tuesdays and
Thursdays throughout each month. These classes are designed to provide
information, guidance, and training that will assist workers in
transitioning to employment. Registration is required. Please call (641)
422-1524.

January 13
· 1-2 p.m. Ready-Set-Go! Work on applications, resumes, cover & thank
you letters.
· 2-3 p.m. Community Resources: Information about federal, state &
local resources.

January 15
· 1-2 p.m. Budgeting On A Shoe String: Information on surviving with
limited income.
· 2-3 p.m. Where Do I Go From Here? Overview of all nine workshops
offered.
· 3-4 p.m. Career Decision Making: Facts you should know before
pursuing a new career.

January 27
· 2-3 p.m. Your New Job and You! Topics include job retention,
employer's expectations, how to be a team player and more.
· 3-4 p.m. Coping with Change: How to manage change and its impact on
the family.

January 29
· 1-2 p.m. Going Back to School: Learn about Financial Aid and
balancing school, family and employment.
· 2-3 p.m. Everything You've Ever Wanted to Know About Unemployment
Insurance But Were Afraid to Ask: Find out if you are eligible and how to
apply plus much more.

GED and Adult Basic Education classes will be held from 8-12 Monday,
Wednesday, and Friday beginning January 5. There is no fee and no
registration.

The Mason City Workforce Development Center has a Resource Center that is
open Monday,
8 a.m.-6 p.m. and Tuesday?Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Staff is available to
direct customers to computer software, publications and Internet sites to
help them research careers, schools, communities, and obtain information
regarding current workforce trends. Call Mila at (641) 422-1525 for
additional information.

Closed January 1 for New Years Day and January 19 in honor of Dr. Martin
Luther King Jr.

Equal Opportunity employer/program
Auxiliary aids and services are available to individuals with disabilities
TTY 1-800-931-1399
 

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For more information, contact the Marketing and Community Relations Department
North Iowa Area Community College, 500 College Drive, Mason City, Iowa  50401
422-4295 or 1-888-GO NIACC, ext. 4295
www.niacc.edu