Career & Training Essentials
Welcome to Career & Training Essentials. Here you will find information on employment workshops, job leads, job search assistance and access to technical resources.
Why Am I Asked to Fill Out an Application Form After Uploading My Resume?
Sometimes when you apply for a job online, an application form will pop up after you have uploaded your...
WORD CAN BE FUN
I was afraid to use Word. I could open a file and save a file, but anything that required any formatting was...
Why do I need a Cover Letter
I haven't sent in a cover letter or a resume for several years, I was actually considering whether this letter of introduction was really needed. Years ago my cover letter basically reiterated what was on my resume and then, in closing, thanked the employer for...
Session 24 Group Project – Experience Counts
Group Power Point Presentation Session 24
Resumes and the dreaded Applicant Tracking System
It’s been many years since I last looked for new employment and the Experience Counts program has prepared me to begin searching for my new career. All of the course material was very informative and helpful but the workshop on building resumes and cover letters was...
Interviews are a Two Way Street
During our mock interview workshop I realized that the interview is for both employer and prospective employee. Besides the list of questions that are generally asked, the interviewer is looking to see how I present myself, my level of confidence and my relevant...
Using my transferrable skills
Having worked as a long-distance truck driver for many years, I did not know what else I could do. During the transferrable skills workshop, I learnt that many aspects of my position could allow me to work in another field, such as safety, heavy equipment operation,...
Session 23 Group Project- Surviving the Unknown Workforce
Click below to learn how to survive the unknown workforce. Group project by session 23. Session 23 PP Presentation
Ask Session 22! A chance to learn from the previous graduates.
During the first week of session 23, we had a chance to ask questions to a previous client who recently graduated from the program. Here is what they had to say about their 'experience' and how they are making it 'count'. Here are some highlights. Q- What was...
Session 21 Group Project-ALIS, GCF Global and the Socials
Click below to learn about how ALIS, GCF Global and social media can help in your job search. Group project by session 21. Experience Counts Feb 2024
Red Elephants
I had a few gaps in my work history that bothered me however I felt that they had to be included in my chronological resume. I would send in my resume and hope for the best.....Well, did you know that you can address these gaps a few different ways. You can...