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Education & Computer TrainingGoodwill Industries – Big Bend offers classroom training at no charge to
individuals wishing to increase their skills to become more employable. Leon County Schools Adult & Community EducationReading, writing and math are just some of the skills taught in Goodwill’s
classroom funded by Leon County Schools. Computer skills, interviewing, job
search techniques and G.E.D. preparation are taught along with academics to
give classroom participants well rounded credentials for satisfying work in
the community. The Adult Basic Education teacher also conducts exercises with the students
to develop self-confidence and determination to succeed. Students are
encouraged to write affirmations about themselves to develop self-esteem. This
class is offered at 300 Mabry Street in Tallahassee. Computer Training ClassesBasic computer classes are offered at 300 Mabry Street in Tallahassee and
3221 East Business Highway 98 in Panama City. The computer classes include
typing and other computer basics, Internet navigation and instruction in Word,
Excel and other programs. The training is self-paced and instruction is geared to individual need.
Participants are encouraged to job search through the Internet and prepare
resumes using the computer. Office Skills TrainingParticipants in Goodwill’s Gulf Coast Division can train as
receptionists, secretaries or administrative assistants through an office
skills training program. The training includes both lab work and on-the-job
experience at Goodwill. These classes are offered at 3207 East Fourth Street
in Panama City. Employer ServicesGoodwill recognizes the importance of economic development and partnering
with businesses to provide a dynamic workforce to meet the needs of the
changing economy. We provide highly skilled staff to serve the business
community through a variety of free services. These include applicant
screening and recruitment, retention and advancement training, customized work
skills training, tax and hiring incentives, and work site resources and
accommodations. Online Classes - GCF Global LearningTo Get to the online classes (GCF Global Learning) 1. Go to 2. Click on "Job Seekers," then "Online learning" 2. This link will take you to a page
that tells you about Goodwill's online learning 3. Scroll down and click on the link that says "GCF
Global Learning" 4. Student Center is a good place to
start - it will provide you with basic info and a list of classes. 5. To see a course description click on
course link, a detail of units in each course will come up when
you click start the lesson.
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