Training & Certifications Includes:
Northstar Digital Literacy Certifications
Job readiness skills; resumes and interviewing
Coaching and mentoring from business professionals & job shadowing opportunities
Microsoft Office Specialist Certifications
Instruction on:
Microsoft Office programs (including Excel & PowerPoint)
Keyboard and 10-key typing
Business communication and professionalism
Requirements:
High school diploma or GED
6 months admin experience and/or some college (preferred)
Can type 30 words per minute
Some experience with Microsoft Office
Low-income household eligibility
benefits:
Average starting wage: $18-$26/hour
Job coach & placement opportunities with City of St. Paul, Ramsey County, State of MN & University of MN
Support services available
Minneapolis resident preference
Stipends available for Minneapolis residents
Training Location:
Northwest Family Service Center
7051 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
Training Length:
May 20 - July 2
4 days/week for 7 weeks
3 days in-person | remainder online
more information:
Christina Layer
612-483-0924
Christina.Layer@hired.org
“The State of Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) funded (or funded in part) this training through a grant. The grant recipient created this training. DEED does not endorse this publicity or training or make guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability or ownership of the information herein or elsewhere.”