Resume Instruction
An effective resume will sell your skills and abilities to the extent that a potential employer will want to know more about you . Its major purpose is to get you the interview. Topics covered in this module will be how to format and develop an effective resume, how to use a resume, how to formulate professional accomplishment statements, and resume do's and don'ts.

Resume Writing Lab ( Limited to participants in Resume I Workshop)
Learn how to use the computer to write and format your resume in WinWay Resume, a program to assist you to develop your resume. Or, learn how to format your resume in MS Word. Once you have mastered your resume in the computer, you will be able to make changes and updates very easily in order to continuously keep your resume updated.

Basic Computer Class – Learn the Center Software that will help you get a job!
Most of Job Search is computerized these days. For example, we can apply for jobs, review job descriptions, submit resumes via technology. In order for you to best use these resources we have added a basic computer class. You will learn the basics of using the computer, such as: use the mouse, cut and paste, save, print, etc. This class will be invaluable to you in conducting your job search!

Career Assessment and Exploration (using AZCIS)
This class will give you the basis for doing an assessment, what information it will give you, how you can use that information in your career development and job search. You will also be given a listing of many Internet sites where you can conduct self-assessments on aptitude, interest, personality, work values, work place temperaments, etc. Arizona Career Information Systems provides career exploration tools using AZCIS Website to assess your skills, interests, values and sort occupations. Included also are linkages to training and education, wage trends, outlook, job banks etc.

Interview Techniques
In this class, you will learn how to answer tricky questions, the four components of every interview and how you can best share your information with the employer. Preparation for the interview will mean the difference between getting hired or not. You will learn how to formulate personal, positive responses to typical tough interview questions and you will understand how to sway the interview process in your favor.

Job Club
The Job Club is held in each center on a weekly basis. Job Club is for anyone at any level who is seeking employment. Each week a different aspect of the job search is reviewed and discussed. The Job Club provides you with a plethora of information you will want to have at your disposal, as well as providing a wonderful networking and peer supportive environment.

Job Search in the 21 st Century - NEW WORKSHOP!
This class will address such vital job search issues as: Internet search engines and search tips; Electronic job search by company, location, job title, occupation and industry clusters; How to set up and send e-mail; how to log in to an existing account; Sending a resume via the internet; Converting a resume to plain text; Scannable resume format; Electronic online applications; Electronic networking; Job search websites; Employer research for company overview, statistics, employee surveys, etc.

Boomers and Beyond Job Club
The Boomers and Beyond Job club is for anyone that is a Boomer or older at any level who is seeking employment. Each week a different aspect of the job search is reviewed and discussed. The Job Club provides you with a plethora of information you will want to have at your disposal, as well as providing a wonderful networking and peer supportive environment.

Career Pathways - NEW WORKSHOP!
This workshop is designed to educate customers on the high demand, high skill, high wage industry clusters in the Greater Phoenix region and assist them in making informed career decisions. Information shared includes Regional priority industry sectors, industry descriptions, job profiles, wage data and related certificate and degree programs offered through the ten colleges and two skill centers that make up the Maricopa County Community College District.

Financial Aid Information - NEW WORKSHOP!
You will learn a variety of ways to pay for college, together with the differences between loans, grants and scholarships. A brief overview of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the process to apply will be given. Neither FAFSA forms nor applications for other assistance will be completed in this workshop. Facilitated by Maricopa County Community College District.

Where the Jobs Are - NEW WORKSHOP!
This one hour workshop facilitated by our Business Services' unit will be held Monday through Wednesday. Participants will learn how to apply for jobs, what's hot and what's not, and receive local job leads. There will be a round table of attendee's introductions and occupational goals, and information on Center workshops specifically designed to meet your job search needs.