Job Seeker Services
Services and Training
Workshops

The Carroll County Business & Employment Resource Center holds a variety of workshops for job seekers throughout the month. These workshops are free of charge and open to anyone. Topics change and occasionally new topics are added.

Check the BERC calendar for dates. Unless otherwise noted, customers do not need to register to attend these workshops.

Available Workshops

• Basic Resume Preparation
• Be The Strong Link In The Communications Chain
• Caps, Cops, Copes 
• Computer Basics
  
• Creating A Positive Customer Experience
• DORS - Division of Rehabilitation Services Counselors
• Early Intervention
• G.E.D. General Equivalency Diploma Classes
• How to Apply for a Government Job
• Interviewing for Success
• Managing Your Money During Job Loss
• Practice Interviews by Appointment
• Resume Critique by Appointment
• Skills Assessments

Workshop Descriptions

Basic Resume Preparation
 Learn how to write a new one or how to update your old resume. (go to calendar)

Be The Strong Link In The Communications Chain
This course will provide individuals with techniques for improving their interpersonal communication with others.  (go to calendar) 

CAPS, COPS, COPES
Identify your abilities, values, and interests in order to choose the right career. (go to calendar)

Computer Basics
This course will provide basic computer instructions for individuals new to the computer.  Instruction will include how to use the mouse, keyboarding, basic internet use, opening and closing of files and how to complete an online job application, among other topics. (go to calendar)

DORS - Division of Rehabilitation Services Counselors
DORS counselors help individuals with disabilities find and keep jobs in careers of  of their choice. (go to calendar)

Creating a Positive Customer Experience
This course will provide individuals with the proactive approach in delivering customer service to their coworkers and customers. (go to calendar)

Early Intervention
This 2-day workshop covers the emotional side of unemployment and offers tips to get your job search re-energized. (Attendance must be approved by your Employment Consultant) (go to calendar)

G.E.D. General Equivalency Diploma Classes
Please register prior to attending by calling Carroll Community College at 410-386-2550. (go to calendar)

How to Apply for a Government Job
Learn tips to help you become more successful during the interview process.
(go to calendar) 

Practice Interviews by Appointment
A brief interview to critique one of the most important first impressions you will ever make. (go to calendar)

Resume Critique by Appointment
One-on-one resume assistance. When arriving for your individual appointment, please bring along a copy of your current resume, a draft copy, or your work history to get started on your first resume. (go to calendar)

Skills Assessments
Assessments to evaluate skill levels in customer care, clerical, typing and data entry, basic academic skills and computer software applications. (go to calendar)

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