Employment And Training Workshops Offered In January

Training and employment workshops to assist residents are being offered in January by the Connecticut Department of Labor at the American Job Center in Derby.

The Derby American Job Center is at 101 Elizabeth St.

Advance registration is encouraged due to space limitations. To register for these no-cost workshops, please go to CTHires.com or call (203) 455‑2700.

Linked In – Part 1: January 17 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
You must have a valid email address for this hands-on class. Learn how to set up a professional networking profile on LinkedIn that will enable you to build your network and connect/share information about job opportunities.

Fundamentals of Résumé Writing: January 24 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Learn how to write a focused résumé needed to secure a job interview and employment offers. Topics include thinking like an employer, strategies for developing individual sections, relevant vs. irrelevant information, formatting and cover letters.

Interviewing Strategies and Techniques January 31 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
This interactive session will focus on preparation, methods and follow-up to provide jobseekers with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively compete with other candidates. The session includes simulated interview questions and the responses of participants will be critiqued to improve 

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