Recovery Project 2020

 

 

From the C.O.D. website : COD Continuing Education partners with national leaders in online education to offer a comprehensive selection of non-credit coursework designed to build skills and enhance your life and career. The content is interactive and engaging and courses are accessible, affordable and flexible.  Most programs are 100 percent online, allowing you to work from any computer, at any time. Students receive one-on-one support with experienced instructors and subject area experts. Course registration is ongoing throughout the year. Content is engaging, interactive and updated regularly. Our combined library of offerings includes a wide range of subject areas and topics, including professional development, career training, personal enrichment and computer training. Contact Information Business Solutions College of DuPage Continuing Education Student Resource Center (SRC), Room 1110, (630) 942-2770 Fax: (630) 942-3785

Check out this informative short video from WorkNet DuPage. This free service is available to help you find jobs, fine-tune your resume and make important networking connections with other professionals. You can reach out to them: Tuesday 8AM–4:30PM Wednesday 8AM–4:30PM Thursday 8AM–4:30PM Friday 8AM–4:30PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Monday 8AM–4:30PM Phone :  (630) 955-2030

With a new surge in Coronavirus cases, there is growing need for contact tracers. Preliminary information indicates that more than 100,000 contact trainers are needed immediately. Contact tracers in Illinois can earn up to $28 per hour. To be qualified to apply for a job as a contact tracer, you must first go through a training program. College of DuPage is currently offering that program to anyone 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent and a general proficiency in technology. The program is entirely online and takes 4 weeks to complete.  The next classes will begin on August 24 and run to September 20. The cost of the class is $279. Note: These classes are approved for funding by the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA). Check with WorkNet DuPage for eligibility requirements. See the video concerning WorkNet DuPage on this blog under July 21. For further information and instructions on how to enroll, see  Contact Tracer Trai...

Have you been thinking about going back to school? Are you tired of being "stuck" in a job because you don't have the skills and certificates needed to transition into a new role? We get it. Going back to school is a big deal and can feel overwhelming and stressful, but it doesn't have to be. Reach out to the Recovery Project 2020 and we can connect you with resources to find the perfect certificate program and help paying for your education. One of our favorite resources is Grow with Google, a low-cost program that can make a big impact on your resume and career. Grow with Google is an initiative designed to teach digital skills and prepare you for high-paying jobs in Information Technology (IT). Program participants can earn certificates on their own time, at their own pace. You don't need any prior IT experience to start learning the digital skills you need in today's job market. Watch this video testimonial from Grow with Google and learn more about how t...

Are you looking to make a change in your career? WorkNet DuPage is the perfect place to get started. The first episode in our video series teaches you how to use WorkNet DuPage to find jobs and grants for continuing education courses. Take advantage of financial assistance that can help you earn your CDL or other occupational certificates at no charge to you. If you would like personalized guidance, please connect with the WorkNet DuPage Career Center. They are located at 2525 Cabot Drive, Suite 302 in Lisle, IL 60532. You can reach them via phone at (630) 955-2030 or worknetdupage@worknetdupage.org . Someone is available to help Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Se habla Espa ñ ol.