TCC's Quick Job Training Program gears up for second series
Tuesday, January 06, 2009
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Posted by: Julanne Rutten
In August, Tallahassee Community College launched its Quick Job Training Program as a way of offering quick and affordable training for displaced and under-employed workers in a series of in-demand jobs. From classes for health and information technology occupations to those in alternative energy and construction, the Quick Job Training Program has enjoyed tremendous success.
On the heels of a triumphant debut, the College is gearing up for its second Quick Job Training series, which begins Wednesday, January 7 when TCC offers an A+ Certification Prep Course, part of the program's emphasis on Information Technology occupations.
The Quick Job Training Program was designed to address those in TCC's tri-county service district who have been impacted by ongoing state and local government budget cuts as well as down-sizing or closure of local businesses, said Dr. John Chapin, Vice President for Economic and Workforce Development (EWD).
“The intent is to provide opportunities for people who have been squeezed out of their jobs and for incumbent employees who don't have enough work,” said Chapin. “We are offering this format for the classes because so many people are unemployed or underemployed.”
Quick Job Training classes can be completed in 90 days or less, many carry national certification and each person who completes a course will be offered the Ready to Work credential as part of the package.
Individuals interested in learning more about the Quick Job Training Program should plan to attend one of two upcoming information sessions – Wednesday, January 14 from 10:30 a.m. to noon or Thursday, January 15 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Both sessions will be held in Room 123 of TCC's Center for Economic and Workforce Development.
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