Showing posts with label training. Show all posts
Showing posts with label training. Show all posts

Monday, March 1, 2010

Event: Training - Prepare residents for the upcoming MTA public hearing on Thursday, March 4th, 2010

Event: Training - Prepare residents for the upcoming MTA public hearing on Thursday, March 4th, 2010

Time:
5:00 pm
Day & Date: Tuesday March 2, 2010

Location:
Tioga Club
201 West 148th street
New York, NY 10039

Contact:
James Burke
WE ACT for Environmental Justice
Telephone: 347-465-8488

Charles CallawayCommunity
WE ACT for Environmental Justice
Telephone: 347-465-8492
Email: charles@weact.org

Website: WeAct.org

Thursday, February 4, 2010

PROGRAM: NO Cost Job Training and Employment Program at Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow (OBT)

PROGRAM: NO Cost Job Training and Employment Program at Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow (OBT)

Date: Next Cycle starts February 16, 2010

Note: Internships also available (restrictions apply).  

Background:
Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow (OBT) is now registering young adults 17 – 21 for the Job Training and Employment Program at both locations (Sunset Park and Bushwick/Williamsburg). The training program provides courses in Business English, Business Math, World of Work, Office Procedures, Computer Training, Public Speaking and Communication, GED preparation (if needed), and job placement assistance.

For additional information visit our website www.obtjobs.org or visit us at:

Sunset Park
783 4th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11232
718-369-0303

Bushwick/Williamsburg
25 Thornton Street
Brooklyn, NY 11206
718-387-1600

Contact:
  • Social Media: Facebook & MySpace.com/obtjobs
  • Deborah Román
    Marketing and Recruitment Coordinator
    Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow
    P:  (718) 369-0303
    F: (718) 369-1518
    OBJobs.org
    OBT MySpace ; OBT Facebook ; Donate
About OBT:
The mission is to help disadvantaged populations recognize their own self-worth, and advance towards self-sufficiency and financial security through employment and training, academic reinforcement, improved life skills, job placement, and support services. Our approach has been described as “tough love,” with the goal being to expose students to the high standards and demands they will face in the workplace, while at the same time, offering counseling for those who are experiencing personal difficulties during their training. Services: Youth Education, Training, and Employment; Adult Employment Training and Placement; Young Adult Internship Program, and Adult Literacy Classes. For more information visit our website:  www.obtjobs.org

Friday, January 29, 2010

PROGRAM: Construction Training Program

PROGRAM: Construction Training Program

Note: For New York City Residents Only

Note: Classes begin in February 2010Call to start the application process.

Summary:
  • New York Urban League: Employment Services is participating in a construction training program.
  • Pre-Apprenticeship Training is a full time program that runs from Monday through Friday 7:30AM to 3:30PM for 17 weeks.
  • Commitment to the full 17 weeks is required.
  • If you meet the all the requirements you can complete an application at the address below.
  • Must be 18 to 24 years old by the end of the 17 weeks.
Advantages:
  1. Intensive 17 week training in construction and environmental remediation
  2. Potential to earn 13 combined licenses and certificates
  3. Hands‐on experience
  4. Career guidance
  5. Job placement assistant
  6. Completely tuition‐free training
  7. Lunch and transportation provided daily plus $100 clothing voucher
  8. Set of starter tools provided upon completion of training
  9. HRA approved training provider
Requirements:
  1. 18 Years old
  2. Have at least a high school diploma or GED with transcript
  3. Be physically able to do work
  4. Be able to provide NYS Id., Birth Certificate, Social Security Card and Proof of Address
  5. Have a reading and math skills at 8th grade level
  6. Be able to pass drug test and attend a program orientation
  7. Be committed to completing the entire program full time.
Required Documents
  1. Completed Application
  2. High School Diploma or GED with transcript
  3. State Identification Card
    1. (Must have 9 digit identification number)
  4. Birth Certificate
  5. Social Security Card
  6. Proof of Address
For additional information please contact
Betsy Robles
Employment Counselor
New York Urban League
1530 East 222nd Street
Bronx, NY 10469
Office: (718) 944-3734 x227
Email: brobles@nyul.org
Website: www.nyul.org

Monday, March 16, 2009

Event: Hands on Training for Microsoft Word | March - April 2009

Event: Hands on Training for Microsoft Word

Sponsors:
Harlem Business Alliance
Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone

Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Day, Date & Topic:
  • Monday, March 23, 2009 - "Getting Started"
  • Thursday, March 26, 2009 - "The Basics"
  • Monday, March 30, 2009 - "Basic Editing Skills"
  • Thursday, April 2, 2009 - "Skills and Shortcuts"
  • Monday, April 6, 2009 - "Formatting I"
  • Thursday, April 9, 2009 - "Formatting II"
Cost: FREE

Registration:

RSVP to ensure a seat for the workshop
Contact Brittany Harte 212-665-7010 or bharte@hbany.org

Location:
Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone
290 Malcom X Blvd. | 3rd Floor
(Between 125th and 124th Streets)

Note: Flyer can be downloaded from the CSH Flyer Depot.