Free Workshops & Events
“The seminar itself was so much more helpful than I could ever have imagined! …I feel so much more confident and equipped for any possible interviews”
– Helen D.
TABE at MWSE – Livingston Service Center
1200 Byron Rd 1200 Byron Road, Howell, MI 48843, Howell, MI, USThe Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE). A Career Advisor must sign up a participant for enrollment or training purposes.The Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) is a comprehensive reading and math assessment. A participant is scheduled to attend this testing as part of the enrollment process for services at […]
TABE at MWSE- Hillsdale
Michigan Works! Southeast - Hillsdale 21 Care Drive, Hillsdale, MI 49242, Hillsdale, MI, USThe Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE). A Career Advisor must sign up a participant for enrollment or training purposes.The Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) is a comprehensive reading and math assessment. A participant is scheduled to attend this testing as part of the enrollment process for services at […]
NEW TABE at MWSE-Jackson Service Center
Michigan Works! Southeast | Jackson County 209 East Washington Avenue Suite 100, Jackson, MI 49201, Jackson, MI, USThe Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) IN-PERSON online. A Career Advisor must sign up a participant for enrollment or training purposes.The Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) is a comprehensive reading and math assessment. A participant is scheduled to attend this testing as part of the enrollment process for […]
PATH TABE at MWSE-Jackson Service Center
Michigan Works! Southeast | Jackson County 209 East Washington Avenue Suite 100, Jackson, MI 49201, Jackson, MI, USThe Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) IN-PERSON online. A Career Advisor must sign up a participant for enrollment or training purposes.The Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) is a comprehensive reading and math assessment. A participant is scheduled to attend this testing as part of the enrollment process for […]
NEW TABE at MWSE-Jackson Service Center
Michigan Works! Southeast | Jackson County 209 East Washington Avenue Suite 100, Jackson, MI 49201, Jackson, MI, USThe Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) IN-PERSON online. A Career Advisor must sign up a participant for enrollment or training purposes.The Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) is a comprehensive reading and math assessment. A participant is scheduled to attend this testing as part of the enrollment process for […]
PATH TABE at MWSE-Jackson Service Center
Michigan Works! Southeast | Jackson County 209 East Washington Avenue Suite 100, Jackson, MI 49201, Jackson, MI, USThe Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) IN-PERSON online. A Career Advisor must sign up a participant for enrollment or training purposes.The Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) is a comprehensive reading and math assessment. A participant is scheduled to attend this testing as part of the enrollment process for […]
Live Webinar – Job Apps., Cover Letters, and References
Online EventHaving a correctly-prepared job application, cover letter, and job reference list can positively influence your candidacy for employment.In this workshop you will learn best practices of:Preparing on-line applicationsAuthoring a simple but effective cover letter/ cover note that will help you stand out from your competition.Formatting and style options for cover […]
TABE at MWSE-Washtenaw
Michigan Works! Southeast | Washtenaw County 1201 East Ellsworth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, Ann Arbor, MI, USThe Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE). A Career Advisor must sign up a participant for enrollment or training purposes.The Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) is a comprehensive reading and math assessment. A participant is scheduled to attend this testing as part of the enrollment process for services at […]
IN-PERSON Interview to Impress Workshop at Jackson Service Center
Michigan Works! Southeast | Jackson County 209 East Washington Avenue Suite 100, Jackson, MI 49201, Jackson, MI, USFeeling stressed about interviewing? Attend this workshop to learn valuable tips to become a prepared and confident candidate.Workshop Topics:What employers are really looking for in candidates.How to prepare for an interview including tips on phone interviews, video interviews, and the on-site interview.How to make a great impression!Post interview tips - […]
Free Digital Skills Tutoring
Washtenaw Service Center 1201 E Ellsworth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, United StatesWashtenaw Literacy is providing free digital skills tutoring at our Washtenaw Office on Tuesday Afternoons from 3-4 pm starting 5/7 and running until 8/23. Build essential tech skills for everyday life: How to use computers, phones, and tablets Internet safety and privacy Email and social media etiquette Digital skills for […]
Live Webinar – Interview to Impress
Online EventFeeling stressed about interviewing? Attend this workshop to learn valuable tips to become a prepared and confident candidate.Workshop Topics:What employers are really looking for in candidates.How to prepare for an interview including tips on phone interviews, video interviews, and the on-site interview.How to make a great impression!Post interview tips - […]
Live Webinar – Resume Strategies
Online EventExcellent tips and strategies that can help get your resume into the hands of hiring managers.Workshop topics include:Purpose of a resume Resume evaluation - understanding Applicant Tracking SystemsHow to determine KEYWORDSResume versions and formatsResume development tips - top to bottomMichigan Works! Southeast is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program | Auxiliary aids […]
Our Virtual Workshops
- Job Search Strategies
- Tips for Virtual Career Fairs
- How Dollars Make Sense
- Job Apps, Cover Letters, and References
- Interview to Impress
- Resume Strategies
- LinkedIn for Job Search
Job searching in today’s economy can be both difficult and frustrating. Learn strategies and resources for an effective job search plan.
Workshop Topics:
- Important steps to plan and execute your job search
- How to use the Internet as an effective job search tool
- Learn many helpful and useful Internet resources, web sites, and job boards
- Gain a better understanding of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and the importance of keywords
- Social Media’s value in job searching
Virtual job fairs and virtual career fairs are becoming an increasingly popular way for companies to recruit new candidates.
Workshop Topics:
- What is a Virtual Job Fair
- What to expect
- Preparation Tips
- Video interview tips
Join our workshop to learn practical tips and suggestions for budgeting and basic money management.
Topics covered:
- Create a budget
- Evaluate wants vs. needs
- Create a spending plan
- Create a savings plan
- Establish money goals
- Debt and credit scores
Having a correctly-prepared job application, cover letter, and job reference list can positively influence your candidacy for employment.
In this workshop you will learn best practices of:
- Preparing on-line applications
- Authoring a simple but effective cover letter/ cover note that will help you stand out from your competition.
- Formatting and style options for cover letters and cover notes.
- How to handle requests for salary information.
- Choosing job references and preparing a reference list.
- Reference checking and background screening.
Feeling stressed about interviewing? Attend this workshop to learn valuable tips to become a prepared and confident candidate.
Workshop Topics:
- What employers are really looking for in candidates.
- How to prepare for an interview including tips on phone interviews, video interviews, and the on-site interview.
- How to make a great impression!
- Post interview tips – help the employer remember you.
Excellent tips and strategies that can help get your resume into the hands of hiring managers.
Workshop topics include:
- Purpose of a resume – what a resume IS and IS NOT
- Resume evaluation – understanding Applicant Tracking Systems
- How to determine KEYWORDS
- Resume versions and formats
- Resume development tips – top to bottom
LinkedIn is a social media platform that can be useful for both networking and job search. Learn ways the LinkedIn platform can assist you.
Topics:
- Why use LinkedIn in your job search?
- Setting up or updating your profile
- LinkedIn features – settings, search, network tab, jobs board, and Groups
- Endorsements and recommendations
- Elements of a good LinkedIn profile