Description

Goodwill Career Connections-Salisbury in collaboration with various community partners now offer a more innovative method of introducing our veteran participants to our community partners.  Our goal is to educate and provide supportive services to eliminate barriers to employment.  The session includes introducing the veterans to various community partners so that they may gain more knowledge about services that are available to them in the community and enhance their personal and professional growth as well as strive to reach their employment goals.  The veterans have the opportunity to speak to someone about claims and  benefits.  A local employer is scheduled each month to discuss and answer questions about proper interviewing techniques and their expectations of potential employees.  The veterans also attend a computer class involving basic computer skills. 

Entrance Criteria

Veterans and spouses of Veterans

Description

The Adult Basic Education program will build skills in reading, writing, problem-solving, and math computation to help adults function in society, on a job or in the family.  This program will build a foundation for further education and better employment opportunities.  These classes are designed to instruct students on life-long skills that are vital for a successful future ABE instruction is free for all students. Upon completion of the ABE program, students are encouraged to enroll in the High School Equivalency (GED) program or some other program that will help the student” “Get a Job”, Keep a Job”, or “Get a Better Job

Description

Goodwill offers skills training classes in conjuncture with partnering Community Colleges. Several of our classes are free, and if there’s a class that has a cost and there is financial need, we do offer scholarships. (Click on “Request Info” at the top right to get additional info on classes and scholarships).  Classes take place in person and online through our Ed2Go online training. Online courses are a great way to add a certificate to your resume.  New course sessions begin monthly.

ALL CLASSES ARE SUPPORTED BY OUR SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Skills Training staff:

Jody Stevenson-Skills Training Manager-828-298-9023 ext.11112

Mike VanGilder-Skills Training Facilitator-828-298-9023 ext.11142

Mary Parker-Skills Training Admin-828-298-9023 ext.11161

David Rogers- Recruiter/Facilitator – 828-298-9023 ext. 11106

Front Desk-828-298-9023 ext.11100

*If you don’t see a class listed below that you might be interested in taking let us know and we will consider adding it to our future offerings.

Description

Receive basic training to become an activity director in long-term care, assisted living facilities or adult care homes. This course follows the state-approved course outline, and when training is complete, you will be qualified to work as an activity director in a nursing home or assisted living facility.

Entrance Criteria

High school diploma or high school transcript or GED or college diploma are required.

Description

Work at your own pace to meet all subject requirements to receive your Adult High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma.

Entrance Criteria

High School Equivalency Testing

Description

This Class is offered in person at our center – 1616 Patton Ave. Asheville NC

This 96-hour course will equip you with the knowledge you need to navigate Electronic Medical Records software, protect the privacy and security of patient information, review patient records for accuracy and completeness, and audit patient records for compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Within this course, you will also learn about the medical office environment, medical terminology, and the skills needed to be employable.

At the successful completion of this course, you will be eligible to sit for the National Healthcareer Association Electronic Health Records Specialist Certification Exam (cost is $105.00.)

Entrance Criteria

Must have a GED or High School Diploma, basic keyboarding skills and pass a basic computer assessment administered at the Goodwill Workforce Development Center.

Description

This Class is offered in person at our center – 1616 Patton Ave. Asheville NC

Are you looking for a new career? Have you thought about becoming a transit bus, coach, or minibus driver? Do you enjoy driving and interacting with the public? There is a demand for Transit Bus and Motorcoach drivers not only in our area but nationwide. This course will introduce you to the career, cover the requirements to get a Class B permit and prepare you to pass the permit exam. Come learn how to offer exceptional customer service and meet employers looking to fill these positions. You will need to be 18 or older and have a valid class C license. There is a lot to learn about driving a passenger-carrying vehicle. Are you ready to get started?

Entrance Criteria

18 or older. Valid Class C drivers license.

Description

This Class is offered in person at our center – 1616 Patton Ave. Asheville NC

Did you know that most employers only accept online applications? Want to feel more confident in your job search? This entry-level course provides a stress-free introduction to the technology and computer skills that you need in today’s job market. You will learn how to do job searches on the internet, how to complete online job applications and set up and email account. While learning basic word-processing and improving your keyboarding skills, you will also learn how to create cover letters and resumes. You will become more competent at emailing and improve your skills in navigating the internet and using search engines to search for jobs and occupational information. Come learn the skill levels needed to be successful in your job search and keep your resume in the to-be interviewed stack.

Entrance Criteria

No prior computer experience is necessary.

Description

This Class is offered in person at our center – 1616 Patton Ave. Asheville NC

This course provides basic training in the entry-level caregiving skills needed to work as a Nursing Assistant in various healthcare settings such as nursing homes, hospitals, or private homes.

Additional information needed for registration is available at www.abtech.edu/ce. Choose the Nursing Assistant option.

Entrance Criteria

HS Diploma/GED or take Reading Assessment prior to registration. TB Test with proof of negative results is required at registration.

Description

Becoming a Peer Support Specialist

This training helps prepare peer support specialists to use their own experiences to share messages of hope to other individuals in recovery. Vaya Health uses a specially developed curriculum under the guidelines of North Carolina’s Certified Peer Support Specialist Program.

This 40-hour course activities and discussions provide insight into working with peers in recovery. Participants learn to monitor their own wellness to sustain their recovery, support others and share their own perspectives throughout the highly interactive training.

To learn more about how to register and apply for the course please reach out to us by hitting the request info button.

Entrance Criteria

• You are required to have a minimum of nine (9) months of demonstrated, sustained recovery to be eligible for this training. You must also have a High School Diploma or GED. • To receive a completion of training certificate, students must be present and participate on ALL of the scheduled days and hours. If you are unable to attend all hours, please do not apply at this time. Students who do not complete all 40 hours will not earn the certificate of completion, which is required for NC Peer Support Specialist Certification.

Description

This Class is offered in person at our center – 1616 Patton Ave. Asheville NC

Personal home care aides constitute one of the largest and fastest-growing workforce fields in the country. This learner-centered class will include guest speakers from the health care industry, role plays, case scenarios, small-group work, and other forms of interactive learning focused on the competencies that trainees need to perform well on the job. Working environments include private homes, small residential facilities, group homes, and larger facilities. PCA duties may include tasks such as assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, cooking, and light housekeeping.

Interview Facilitation Program

Goodwill has partnered with local employers who prefer employees to be trained as PCAs. At the successful completion of class students will be able to interview for a career as a Personal Care Aide.

Entrance Criteria

No prerequisite courses or tests are required.

Description

This Class is offered in person at our center – 1616 Patton Ave. Asheville NC

ServSafe is a safe food-handling certification that is nationally recognized and is required for food & beverage establishments.

Administered by a proctored on-line test. This service will allow immediate results.

Textbook lending is available prior to taking the exam and is provided on a first come first serve basis.

This class is offered as a one-day class. Upon completion of this course with a passing exam grade of 75%, the student will earn a national certification for the proper guidelines for handling food.

Entrance Criteria

Participants must have a photo ID and establish a ServSafe login and password. Follow this web address to begin the set up for your ServSafe login: www.servsafe.com/ss/UserProfile/UserLogin.aspx Laptops are provided for the exam.

Description

TRANSTECH provides truck driver training with emphasis on highway safety. After this course you will qualify for entry-level employment as drivers in the trucking industry. You will learn in a classroom and field/open road training for a total of 160 hours.

The below agencies provide funding for TransTech’s training program for those individuals who are unemployed, underemployed – or for those of low income or additional needs:

• About WIOA | Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College (abtech.edu)
• Vocational Rehabilitation (VR)
• Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina – please request info for scholarship process

Entrance Criteria

• Must be 21 years old or older • Have valid Social Security Card • Currently possess a valid NC driver’s license (or be able to attain one) • ACCEPTABLE motor vehicle report (driving record) • BE DRUG FREE and able to pass a pre-employment and random drug test • Have the ability to read, write (entries and reports), speak and understand the English language; to be able to communicate with instructing personnel – and to understand highway traffic signs and signals, and to respond to official inquiries (when required). Interpretation is neither allowed by regulation – nor provided during instruction.

Description

This 148-hour introductory program will instruct the student in the principles of residential and light commercial construction from the planning and beginning stages all the way to a completed structure. The course will cover HRD, NC State Building Codes, OSHA Construction Safety, and blue print reading. Classroom and hands-on training will include electrical and plumbing rough-ins, house framing, exterior siding. drywall installation, interior trim and many other aspects of building construction. The safe use of the various construction tools and equipment will be covered.

A student completing this course should be prepared for entry level employment with local general contractors.

Description

Are you thinking about a career but don’t know how to get your foot in the door? Career Quest offers free webinars from professionals in industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, skilled trades, retail, services, and hospitality. Join a discussion where you’ll learn what businesses have to offer and participate in a live Q and A session. All events are free, but attendees must register to attend.

To view the full schedule and register for an event, please visit the Career Quest event page on Eventbrite.

Description

This 4-week program is for individuals who wish to obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license and be qualified to obtain employment as an entry-level professional driver within the transportation industry.

Description

Goodwill’s guided computer coaching sessions will assist you at your level and individual pace to build key computer skills and  demonstrate your knowledge by earning certificates along the way. These sessions are currently by appointment to meet the needs of your schedule. To book a an appointment please call 828-298-9023 and speak with Mike Vangilder ext. 11142 or David Rogers ext. 11106 or email at mvangilder@goodwillnwnc.org or drogers@goodwillnwnc.org

Description

The American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR course is designed for people who are going to work in the healthcare industry. While it is required for all healthcare professionals, it is also an appropriate course for anyone with an interest in CPR. The course covers CPR, Foreign Body Airway Obstruction (Choking), use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and Rescue Breathing. All topics are covered for rescuing adults, children and infants. The course is taught in a relaxed environment in which the instructor briefly lectures, talks students through hands-on practice sessions and then gives scenarios to test students in a practical skills test in each subject.

Description

Learn to be a telephone customer service professional, apply communications techniques that will cultivate repeat business, market products and cross-sell when appropriate. Participants will also gain the skills necessary to be productive Telephone Call Center Customer Service Agents within the wide variety of fields that call centers encompass in today’s job market.

Description

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework is based on personal home care aid training and includes entry-level skills development such as terminology and basic concepts, development of skills required for functional concept’s required for home aid care workers, and pathways and career options available at this phase and further opportunities.

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New course sessions begin monthly.
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A to Z Grant Writing

Learn the ins and outs of grant writing from a veteran grant writer. This course will provide the experience and skills you need to become a successful grant writer as you learn to put together stand-out proposals that will encourage funds from donors.

Description

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Online courses are a great way to add a certificate to your resume.
New course sessions begin monthly.
THESE CLASSES ARE ALSO SUPPORTED BY OUR SCHOLARSHIP FUND

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ed2go online Accounting Fundamentals

If you want to increase your financial awareness and gain a marketable skill, this course is for you. You will learn the double-entry bookkeeping, financial transactions, financial reporting, and more.

Description

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New course sessions begin monthly.
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ed2go online Administrative Assistant Applications

Gain the skills you need for success as a Certified Administrative Professional. This course will not only give you the ability to perform daily administrative tasks, but will also give you an inside view into how a professional organization’s different departments work together to make or break a company.

Description

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Administrative Assistant Fundamentals

Become an indispensable member of the corporate team as an Administrative Assistant. This course will help you master essential job responsibilities as you identify opportunities and implement solutions for increased productivity throughout your company.

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Become a Physical Therapy Aide

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Become an Optical Assistant

Learn why optical assisting is such as interesting job and how rewarding it can be to help people solve their vision problems. This course is a great way to start your career as it will help you better understand everything that’s involved in the job and how you can become certified and licensed optical assistant.

Description

COMPLETE YOUR COURSES ANYTIME ANYWHERE
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New course sessions begin monthly.
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ed2go online Blogging and Podcasting for Beginners

Blogging and Podcasting are great ways to express yourself, but maybe you’re not sure how to start. This course will teach you how to successfully plan and create your very own blog and podcast using hands-on exercises and free web tools.

Description

COMPLETE YOUR COURSES ANYTIME ANYWHERE
Online courses are a great way to add a certificate to your resume.
New course sessions begin monthly.
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ed2go online Business Finance for Non-Finance Personnel

Position yourself to be more confident in your business and financial decisions. This course will provide you with a better understanding of financial information and basic operations so you can make better decisions that will positively impact your company’s bottom line.

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COMPLETE YOUR COURSES ANYTIME ANYWHERE
Online courses are a great way to add a certificate to your resume.
New course sessions begin monthly.
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ed2go online Communication: Achieving Success with Difficult People

Do you want to know how to interact with anyone, regardless of how difficult you perceive them to be? This course will give you the skills to effectively meet your needs while protecting the dignity and rights of others to form more cooperative relationships.

Description

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Online courses are a great way to add a certificate to your resume.
New course sessions begin monthly.
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Computer Skills for the Workplace

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Creating a Successful Business Plan

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CLASSES INCLUDE:

Designing Effective Websites

Master the basics of web design and learn to build sites that are better and more effective. This course provides powerful graphic design techniques that will help your site stand-out from all the others.

Creating WordPress Websites

Create attractive, sophisticated blogs and websites without any coding! This course provides hands-on experience creating web pages and posts, adding images and videos, changing a site’s look and feel, and working with user-friendly features

Creating Mobile Apps with HTML5

Discover a better way to build apps that run on just about any smartphone or tablet. This course will demonstrate ways to imagine, design, build, and optimize a cross-platform mobile app using the very latest HTML5 standards.

Description

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New course sessions begin monthly.
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Learn how to create attractive, sophisticated blogs and websites—without any coding! WordPress is the world’s most popular content management system, powering more than 40 percent of all sites on the Internet. WordPress is an easy-to-use solution that will help you put your site on the web in far less time than by coding, and at a much lower cost than hiring a professional.

Description

COMPLETE YOUR COURSES ANYTIME ANYWHERE
Online courses are a great way to add a certificate to your resume.
New course sessions begin monthly.
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Customer Service Fundamentals

Learn how to best anticipate and meet customer needs. This course will help you discover some dynamite methods to bring out your best and do the same for the other people you work with as you serve as an ambassador for your company.

Description

COMPLETE YOUR COURSES ANYTIME ANYWHERE
Online courses are a great way to add a certificate to your resume.
New course sessions begin monthly.
THESE CLASSES ARE ALSO SUPPORTED BY OUR SCHOLARSHIP FUND

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ed2go online Designing Effective Websites

Master the basics of web design and learn to build sites that are better and more effective. This course provides powerful graphic design techniques that will help your site stand-out from all the others.

Description

COMPLETE YOUR COURSES ANYTIME ANYWHERE
Online courses are a great way to add a certificate to your resume.
New course sessions begin monthly.
THESE CLASSES ARE ALSO SUPPORTED BY OUR SCHOLARSHIP FUND

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Distribution and Logistics Management

Discover how to improve distribution and logistics management activities, reduce costs, save time, increase customer satisfaction, and better meet your company’s objectives. This course will show you how to achieve success through a combination of distribution and logistics strategies and tactics.

Description

COMPLETE YOUR COURSES ANYTIME ANYWHERE
Online courses are a great way to add a certificate to your resume.
New course sessions begin monthly.
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Explore a Career as a Clinical Medical Assistant

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ed2go online Explore a Career as a Paralegal

Decide if becoming a paralegal is the right career path for you. This course helps you discover the many aspects of what paralegals do by learning the fundamentals of legal terminology, contract law, how to conduct interviews and investigations, write briefs and prepare for appeals.

Description

COMPLETE YOUR COURSES ANYTIME ANYWHERE
Online courses are a great way to add a certificate to your resume.
New course sessions begin monthly.
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Explore a Career as a Pharmacy Technician

Take a look at the many job settings and career paths open to you if you become a pharmacy technician. This course will help you master the skills that will prepare you for and entry-level position as a pharmacy tech or clerk, and the steps you can take to become certified.

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New course sessions begin monthly.
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Explore a Career as an Administrative Medical Assistant

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Explore a Career in Medical Coding

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Explore a Career in Medical Writing

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ed2go online Fundamentals of Supervision and Management

Become a more effective manager by learning the language of business management. This course provides skills in managing time, delegating responsibility, motivating your employees, solving problems and resolving conflicts so you can accomplish your job more effectively.

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ed2go online Get Started in Game Development

Prepare to start developing your own games. This course provides the fundamentals of game development, tools and techniques for better game design decisions, and ways to position your games for success.

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HIPAA Compliance

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ed2go online Human Anatomy and Physiology & Human Anatomy and Physiology II

Gain a greater appreciation and understanding of the complexity of the human body. This course provides in-depth knowledge of the principles of genetics, how the body’s systems work together, and how the human body fights off diseases.

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Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

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Introduction to Google Analytics

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Introduction to Lightroom Classic CC

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ed2go online Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2019/Office 365

Learn to quickly and efficiently use Microsoft Excel 2019/Office 365 as you discover dozens of shortcuts and tricks for setting up fully formatted worksheets. This course, taught by an experience Microsoft Excel instructor, provides in-depth knowledge for beginners that will have you using Excel like a pro.

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ed2go online Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2019/Office 365

Make presentations go from “so-so” to sensation with PowerPoint. This course will help you learn to use Microsoft PowerPoint 2019/Office 365 to create professional-quality slide presentations that grab attention and make your message memorable from start to finish.

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ed2go online Introduction to Microsoft Word 2019/Office 365

Learn to create professional-looking letters, reports, and documents using Microsoft Word 2019/Office 365. This hands-on course will help you master the basic features of this powerful word-processing program to type, edit, and format text, and spell check and print documents like a pro.

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ed2go online Introduction to Natural Health and Healing

Take charge of your own health and healing by discovering how to achieve total health of the mind, body, and spirit. This course allows you to explore a variety of methods including diet, hydrotherapy, positive attitude, relaxation, yoga, chiropractic, natural remedies and more to achieve total health.

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Introduction to Python 3 Programming

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ed2go online Introduction to QuickBooks 2019

Take control of accounting for your business. This course provides hands-on experience in QuickBooks 2019 as you set up a chart of accounts; reconcile your bank accounts; create and print invoices, receipts, and statements; track payables, inventory, and receivables; create estimates; and generate reports.

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Introduction to the Medical Laboratory

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ed2go online Keyboarding

Become faster and more confident at the keyboard. This course will help you learn how to touch-type the alphabetic, numeric, and symbol keys; create, save, and edit word processing documents; and successfully take a timed writing test during a job interview.

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ed2go online Legal Nurse Consultant

Use your nursing background to help attorneys with medical cases and claims. This course provides a foundation in different areas of law to help you understand how to assist attorneys in all phases of civil and criminal litigation and step-by-step instructions for setting up your own nurse consulting practice.

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ed2go online Manufacturing Fundamentals

Gain the basic skills required to work in manufacturing. This course will help you learn the roles of productivity, design, process planning, and 13 different manufacturing processes, and discover how performance measurements and standardization improve manufacturing operations.

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Medical Spanish

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ed2go online Medical Spanish

Prepare for any situation by bridging the communication gap between you, your patients, and worried family members. This course provides knowledge of basic medical phrases to help you better communicate with the Spanish-speaking community.

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Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach

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ed2go online Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach & Medical Terminology II: A Focus on Human Disease

If you have ever had trouble memorizing medical terms, this course (and word association approach) is for you. You’ll learn medical terminology from an anatomical approach by looking at each root term, its origin, a combined form, and an example of non-medical everyday usage.

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Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2016

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ed2go online Networking Introduction

Learn to perform basic computer networking tasks such as DSL connectivity, configuring connections to an ISP and creating a private network. This course explains computer networking basics in easy-to-understand terms, using concepts common to everyday, non-computing experience.

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ed2go online PC Security Introduction

Learn why you’re at risk and what you can do to protect your precious personal and business data from the outside world. In this course, a security expert will teach you the fundamentals of PC and network security as you learn to install and configure a firewall to build an impenetrable moat around your computer or network.

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Supply Chain Management Fundamentals

Learn what it takes to be a successful supply chain manager. This course will prepare you for internationally recognized certification examinations by teaching you how to create demand forecasts, develop schedules, manage inventory, control production orders, and ensure customer satisfaction.

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Veterinary Assistant I

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Veterinary Medical Terminology

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ed2go online Wireless Networking

Learn how to plan, deploy, and connect wireless networks from an industry expert. This course removes the mystery behind wireless connections and provide a thorough overview of this fascinating and lucrative technology.

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Networking Introduction

Learn to perform basic computer networking tasks such as DSL connectivity, configuring connections to an ISP and creating a private network. This course explains computer networking basics in easy-to-understand terms, using concepts common to everyday, non-computing experience.

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ed2go online  Creating a Successful Business Plan

Turn your business ideas into a solid plan for financing and long-term success. This course will guide you through all the major components of writing a business plan and you’ll emerge with your first draft in hand.

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Are you wanting to find the right Career path based on your apptitudes and interests? Are you interested in taking classes to help you get your dream job? Meet with one of our Educational Navigators in person or virtually to discuss what options are available to you and let us help you develop a plan. You can do this by emailing or calling to set up an appointment.

Meet your Educational Navigators and book your next appointment:

Mary Parker – mparker@goodwillnwnc.org 828-298-9023 ext. 11161

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David Rogers – drogers@goodwillnwnc.org 828-298-9023 ext. 11106

Description

The Electrical Lineworker Program is designed to train you to become entry-level electrical line worker for private and public utility companies and related employers. You will learn academic and field skills necessary for entry-level workers. Safety is stressed in every aspect of the job. This program is approved for national certification by the National Center for Construction Education and Research and for pre-apprentice credit by the NC Community College System and the Department of Labor. You may also earn a DOT flagger and OSHA 10 certificate.

Entrance Criteria

To be placed on the waitlist, students must take Intro to Electrical Lineworker. Call 336.734.7403 for Intro to Electrical Lineworker schedule and registration information.

Description

Learn the principles of electrical installation and repair. Learn to install new electrical circuits and equipment. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate and should have the necessary training to be eligible for an entry-level position with an electrical contractor.

Note: This is an introductory class.

Description

Spreadsheet training for the beginning computer user. Learn basic Excel skills such as creating and formatting worksheets, manipulating data, working with charts, and using Excel templates. Expand your basic Excel skills with formulas, pivot tables, advanced charts, and more. Book required.

Description

Gain technical skills in carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing and OSHA Safety. Learn customer service and apartment maintenance skills, including major appliance repair and pool operation.

Note: Visit Forsyth Tech Community College website for additional information;  www.ForsythTech.edu/ewd  or contact the Customer Service Center at 336-734-7023

Description

Provides training in the safe and proper operations of powered industrial trucks. Special emphasis placed on safety in the workplace. Upon completion, students will receive an Operator’s Permit and Certificate of Completion.

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Offered in partnership with Catawba Valley Community College. Use various materials to practice taking the GED test. All five sections are available. Work at your own pace. Attendance based on individual’s needs.

Description

You can be a High School Graduate in 12 weeks! Students will be given advance instruction in Writing Skills and Math. Upon completion of this course, students will be eligible to take the GED test. Offered in partnership with Mitchell Community College.

For schedule & more information, call 704.873.5005

Description

Provides classroom and work experience training in the areas of safety and OSHA regulations, measurements and chemicals, and specialization in the areas of hospitality, housekeeping, food service sanitation, commercial and industrial housekeeping. Training consists of 20% classroom and 80% “hands on” with different types of pads, equipment and strategies to give the student basic knowledge of stripping, sealing and waxing, and buffing tile floors. Instruction in floor care has two components: hard surface maintenance (tile and terrazzo), and carpet cleaning. Carpet care provides hands-on experience in vacuum and spot cleaning. Graduates of this program may seek employment opportunities in housekeeping/custodial positions in hotel/motel industries, hospitals, food service industries, and commercial and industrial sites.

Entrance Criteria

Ability to lift and move a minimum of 20 pounds, demonstration of appropriate work behaviors. High School Diploma/GED are not required.

Description

Complete your HVAC service training with this two-level course. Learn the dynamics of refrigeration and work with heat pumps, oil, gas, and electric furnaces. Receive CFC certification upon satisfactory completion of this course, which includes Level I and Level II. This training will get you ready for entry level employment with local HVAC contractors.

Note: 70% attendance is required in order to receive a certification of completion for this course.

Description

This course consists of eight subjects over two semesters. When you complete all eight subjects, you will earn a HVAC Service Technician Certificate. After completing this program, you should be able to assist/perform basic service or preventative maintenance on residential and light commercial applications.

Description

Continue your HVAC service training with information about mechanical cooling, electronic and mechanical controls and refrigeration troubleshooting. This training will prepare you for entry-level employment with local HVAC contractors. Receive CFC certification when you pass the exam at the end of class.

Prerequisite: HVAC Service Technician Level 1

Entrance Criteria

Students must have completed HVAC Service Technician Level I to register for this course.

Description

The IT Pathway program guides you through a series of classes in either Networking or  IT Support.  When you join you will be assigned a coach that will work with you to achieve your goals and help you find employment after you have completed the program. Financial support for the program can be looked at upon applying with your assigned coach.

Track one: Networking: CompTIA Network+

The CompTIA Network+ certification is an IT certification exam that verifies you have the essential knowledge and skills in networking to develop a career in IT infrastructure.

Classes in pathway:

• CompTIA® Network+ Certification Prep
• CompTIA Network+ Certification Exam
• Total cost: $413

Track two: IT Support: CompTIA A+

A+ (A Plus) is an entry-level computer certification for PC computer service technicians. The exam is designed to certify the competency of entry-level PC computer service professionals in installing, maintaining, customizing, and operating personal computers.

Classes in pathway:

• Basic CompTIA A+ Certification Prep
• Intermediate CompTIA A+ Certification Prep
• Advanced CompTIA A+ Certification Prep
• CompTIA A+ Certification Exams
• Total cost: $689

IT Pathway Coach contact:  David Rogers 828-298-9023 ext. 11106 or email at drogers@goodwillnwnc.org

Entrance Criteria

Must be well versed in using computers to be successful in either pathway

Description

Would you like to become a home care aide?  This course is perfect for you and Fee Waived to those who qualify! This course provides skills training related to providing personal care skills (non-nurse aide personal care tasks pertaining to activities of daily living such as assistance with dressing, grooming, mobility, skin care, eating, etc.) as well as content related to basic nutrition and food preparation, and an array of essential home management content such as infection control topics, personal safety, etc.

Description

Increase your knowledge about clerical occupations and how to be successful in that field. Learn practical communication skills and get an introduction to Microsoft Word And Excel.

Description

Students will learn the basics of resume writing, interviewing, application completion (online and paper) as well as  aptitude assessments

Entrance Criteria

None

Description

Provides an introduction to medical terminology and looking up the medical codes for diseases and treatments. Goal is to provide skills for entry-level clerical employment in a doctor’s office or clinic. Examples of jobs would be receptionist, records clerk, check-in and check-out. No prerequisites.

Description

This course is designed to provide instruction to individuals who want to become commissioned as a Notary Public.  Topics include legal, ethical and procedural requirements for the Notary Act.  Upon completion of this course with a passing Exam grade of at least 80%, a person is eligible to apply with the NC Secretary of State office.  For additional information, go to www.secretary.state.nc.us/notary/.

Participants must be 18 years of age and have high school diploma or equivalent and not have a felony conviction.

Entrance Criteria

Registration must be done at Davidson-Davie Community College.

Description

This state approved course introduces basic nursing skills required to provide personal care for patients, residents, the elderly or others requiring medical assistance in a healthcare setting.

Emphasis is placed on the aging process, communications, patient safety, patient’s rights, personal care, vital signs, elimination, nutrition, emergencies, rehabilitation, and mental health.

Through classroom instruction, laboratory work and clinical rotations, students are prepared to take the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Competency Examination. CPR certification is included in the class. Successful completion is required for listing on the NC Nurse Aide I Registry.

Note: For state certification information, contact NACES at 888-282-6904 or visit the Pearson Vue website, www.pearsonvue.com. (Scroll to NC Nurse Aide I & Medication Aides)

Entrance Criteria

Complete background check and drug screen (instructions provided upon CastleBranch account setup) ◦If you have questions concerning your CastleBranch account setup or upload, please contact CastleBranch at 888-914-7279. How to Order PDF icon. 1.Upload a copy of driver’s license or picture ID 2.Copy of Math/Reading Placement Testing (or approved equivalent) 3.Upload a copy of High School Diploma or transcript with graduation date 4.Download and complete Orientation Checklist, upload when completed 5.Acknowledge receipt of Orientation Handout 6.Upload proof of required vaccinations (Flu shot is only required between August-March)

Description

This course provides Basic Nursing Assistant II skills taught in accordance with the North Carolina Board of Nursing. Classroom, laboratory and clinical learning experiences are included.

Tasks include oxygen therapy, suctioning, sterile dressing changes, IV fluid assistive activities, ostomy care, gastrostomy feeding/nasogastric feedings, and catheterizations.

Upon successful completion of the course and skill/competency evaluation, the student is eligible to apply for listing as a Nurse Aide II by the NC Board of Nursing Nurse Aide Registry.

Note: For state certification information, contact the NC Board of Nursing at (919) 782-3211.

Entrance Criteria

Contact the Health Education Department of Forsyth Tech at 336-734-7734 for Entrance Requirements.

Description

This course is specifically designed to orient students to the work of pharmacy technicians. It will deal with the clinical applications of drug regulation and control, pharmaceutical terminology, medications and their usage, as well as a general review of community pharmacy practice. Upon completion of this program, a student should be ready to enter on-the-job training course for technicians or formal, structured pharmacy technician training program.

Entrance Criteria

High school diploma or GED.

Description

The Providence Culinary Training Program provides community members with skills, knowedge and support for securing employment in the food service industry. Many Providence Culinary students are looking to learn new skills and regain their footing after job loss; others are experiencing different challenges, perhaps recovery from addiction or difficulty finding work after spending time in prison. Regardless of circumstances, Providence Culinary offers the opportunity for a fresh start.

Led by Chef Jeff Bacon, an ACF Certified Executive Chef and member of the American Academy of Chefs, Providence Culinary is a certified model program of Catalyst Kitchens. Candidates are referred to our program by Forsyth Technical Community College, Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC, partner agencies of Second Harvest Food Bank and others. Sessions meet for 13 weeks (12 weeks of instruction and a one-week internship).

Classes held during the first 12 weeks meet Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Training includes: certification in ServSafe® sanitation, basic culinary, basic baking skills, knife skills, kitchen safety, mass food production, cook-chill technology training, and catering production.

Training also includes instruction and activities designed to help ensure students are “workplace ready.” The one-week internship with a local food service organization or restaurant provides students with “real world” job experience. Selected graduates can extend their training through Providence Culinary’s Hospitality Residency Program, housed at Second Harvest Food Bank’s Providence Restaurant and Catering, and all graduates are encouraged to obtain further training and professional development through continued study.

Providence Culinary graduates between 60-80 students per year, ready for employment in the food service and hospitality industries. Throughout their training, students have the opportunity to support Second Harvest Food Bank’s core food distribution program as they learn about mass food production and prepare ready-to-heat meals for Second Harvest Food Bank’s partner programs.

Description

Do you need a resume? If you have one, is it working for you?  Have you obtained an interview? Let’s work together to make sure you are highlighting all of your KSA’s:   Knowledge, Skills and Abilities.

Description

Would you like to work as an Unarmed Security Officer?

In order to become a Security Officer in North Carolina, each applicant must meet minimum standards as set forth under North Carolina General Statute 74-C the Private Protective Services Act Title 12 of North Carolina Administrative Code. Unarmed security guards are required to be licensed/registered. Certain basic criteria must be met before applying.

In North Carolina unarmed security guards are required to be licensed/registered.

Description

We will expand upon some of the small animal topics discussed in the Beginning Veterinary Assistant Course. Additional topics will include small animal chronic and frustrating diseases, prescription diets, evaluating laboratory tests, behavior, pharmacology and dentistry. Restraint, handling, basic husbandry and diseases of pocket pets, reptiles and birds will be discussed along with large animal medicine topics. No hands-on opportunities with animals will be included in this course.

Entrance Criteria

Completion of the Veterinary Assistant Training: Beginning course or experience as a Veterinary Assistant.

Description

Learn the basics of working in a veterinary hospital. Course topics include canine and feline anatomy and physiology, reproduction, nutrition, restraint and handling, infectious and metabolic diseases, prevention health, first aid, diagnostics, and surgical room procedures, as well as equine medicine.

Note: This course offers non-paid, supervised internship programs with the Humane Society of the Piedmont and the Forsyth Humane Society where you will be able to handle dogs and cats plus perform numerous diagnostic procedures.

Description

This course will instruct you in welding safety of the Shield Metal Arc Welding process (SMAW-Stick), proper techniques and electrode selection for welding plate to meet AWS (vertical up) welding code. You will be welding with E6010 and E7018. Upon completion of the class, you should have the skills to pass the 3G/4G weld test to AWS standards.

This course is 96 hours of instruction, lecture and practice and 12 hours of HRD instruction for a total of 108 hours.

Description

Have you ever wanted to learn how to weld? You are not alone! Welding is used in thousands of ways from creating art to building spaceships. Whether you are an artist, a weekend warrior, or curious about welding as a career, learn about various welding methods and techniques, such as GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), And SMAW (stick), as well as the different types of welding equipment, basic welding safety, and the use of various tools to prepare metals for welding.

Note: This course is for beginners, but all skills levels are welcome

Description

This course provides instruction on the principles and practices of welding. Emphasis is on the blueprint reading, metallurgy, welding inspection and destructive and non-destructive testing. Course content will be specific to a particular welding process such as SMAW (stick), GMAW (MIG) and GTAW (TIG). Upon completion you will the knowledge base to sit for various industry-specific certifications.

Description

This course will instruct you in welding safety of the Metal Inert Gas/Metal Flux-Core Welding process (MAW/MFC-Wire), proper techniques, machine setup, inert gas and wire selection for welding both light and heavy plate to meet AWS (vertical-down and flat) welding code. You will be welding with solid and flux core wires. Upon completion of the class, you should have the skills to pass the 1G/2G & 1F weld test to AWS standards. The course is 96 hours of instruction, lecture and practice and 12 hours of HRD instruction for a total of 108 hours.

After completing this course, you may retake the course at an advanced level.

Description

This is a one semester 48 hour course designed to train the student in the basic principles of TIG welding. Students will operate AC-DC transformer type welding machines. Studies will include heat ranges, polarities, and the use of wire electrodes and shielding gases. Welding will be performed on mild steel and aluminum l in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions. Safety will be emphasized throughout the course in the use of tools and equipment. Safety glasses are required.

Entrance Criteria

Prerequisite: Must have completed ARC or MIG Welding.

Description

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework and the content of the instructional materials will focus on computer use skills as it relates to 1) developing basic keyboarding, word processing, and Internet skills, 2) learning technology-based job search strategies to include the use of social networking, 3) applying for employment online, and 4) accessing governmental and education resources and services. No previous computer knowledge is required.