Workforce Development and Job Training Programs
One necessary tool for transitioning the homeless to housing, or a low-income individual to a sustainable income, is developing skills to enter the workforce. At Mission of Love Charities, employment readiness is crucial to success.
Classes are FREE to participants and are selected for occupations where there is an immediate need for employees.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) & Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) Nursing Certificate
As the population of senior citizens in the United States increases dramatically, so does the need for Certified Nursing Assistants and Geriatric Nursing Assistants. This class is designed for the individual who wants to enter a thriving profession. By obtaining the CNA or GNA certificate, participants will be qualified to work in a long-term care facility or in the home to aid the elderly in a higher quality of life with dignity and purpose.
A student must pass the written and clinical component of an exam.
Students:
- Receive practical, hands-on experience
- Learn from professionals
- Fulfill their school’s internship requirements
Participants who complete the course will receive a Maryland certified nurse training program certificate.
Students who complete this program are required to maintain employment in a facility for at least four months after receiving their license.
The CNA and GNA course is taught in collaboration with Heritage Care Inc.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Training
This 10-hour course is designed for those who want to work in a profession where health and safety training is a must. Whether it is government or industry the participant is preparing for, the OSHA training class offers an excellent starting point for safety and health concerns on the job.
Participants who complete the class receive a 10-Hour General Industry Safety & Health training certification that never expires.
Remedial English
This nine-week course is designed for students who have been out of school for some time or are returning to the job market after a significant lapse.
This course includes:
- Resume writing
- Interview skills
- SMART goals
- Other soft skills essential to success in today’s job market!
Classes meet virtually for two hours, two days per week.
For additional information, contact Annette Wilson at youlsl.org
English 101
This class is designed for the student with basic English skills who wants to expand their knowledge of the English language.
This course includes the study and application of the principles of writing.
Students will:
- Read and analyze texts
- Write and discuss what they have read
- Develop descriptive and argumentative essays in response to their reading
The student of English 101 will learn to develop ideas fully, organize them effectively, and express them clearly in writing.
Remedial Math
In today’s world, where math functions are automated by computers and smart phones, remedial math may seem like something from the past. What happens when technology fails or is not available? Math skills are necessary to thrive in many jobs. It’s never too late to learn basic math skills.
Learn how to add, subtract, multiply and divide without the use of a computer, smartphone or calculator.
Those operating a cash register or using basic math for building or fixing for their job will find this course especially useful.
Event and Meeting Planning
The hospitality industry is surging now as more people travel. This creates a need for Event and Meeting Planners to join the industry.
Guest speakers from industry leaders, such as Aloft Hotels, Marriot Hotels, and exhibition experts. Learning how to use association software systems and budget management are a part of this course.
Event and Meeting Planners are detail oriented and provide personalized attention for clients with special events held at a full-service hotel.
Students who complete the six-week course receive certification that they are trained to manage meetings and special events.
Water Technician Training
This course provides an introduction for adults who want to enter the career path of understanding water training and workforce development programs. You will learn the basics of water purification, new technology, drinking and wastewater reuse and how this can be utilized in the workforce. Industry leaders from water training programs will be delivering this training program for MOLC.
Will learn the basics of water purification, new technology, drinking and wastewater reuse, and how this can be utilized in the workforce.
CISCO Networking Academy (STEM for kids)
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) courses are designed for children to better understand these fields and to excel in them. CISCO has a special course that helps children become ready for the workforce of tomorrow.
Based on the latest advances in the Information Technology industry, CISCO’s comprehensive curriculum ensures that students leave with the skills needed to become employed and stay in a job.
Cisco Networking Academy supports the child’s evolution and exposes learners to new concepts and hands-on experiences.