Making It To The Finish Line

Making It To The Finish Line

Programs 

Making It To The Finish Line offers a number of programs to empower teen moms to reach their highest potential.

  • A New You Employment Readiness Program
  • Jump Start Tomorrow Entrepreneurship Planning 
  • Sisters together MOVE MORE EAT BETTER
  • All About Sisterhood
  • Clothes Closet
  • Special Moments Clothes Closet (12th Grade Girls)
  • Tools for School (Free School Supplies)

A New You Employment Readiness Program
Program Purpose:
Participants overcome fear of computers.
Participants explore/determine interest in further study of computer technology.
Address the 'digital divide'.
Participants come to realize that ALL jobs require use of some type of technology.
Participants prepare for entry level administrative support jobs.
Participants build a strong foundation of employment skills.
Participants explore/determine interest in further study of office administration.
Participants acquire an understanding of self that aids in any type of employment.
Participants acquire skills necessary to assist in the administration of office procedures.

Dates: To be determined

Hours:
Each 7-week segment meets Tuesday & Thursday, 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Entrance Requirements:
Ability to read and write independently enough to complete a job application
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to understand/read English
Interest
Desire to get a job after completing training
Minimum typing speeds of 25 wpm, and know proper fingering on the keyboard
Reading and Language Arts at 10th grade
Math skills at 8th grade

Exceptions to these requirements considered on an individual basis
 
Curriculum:
Personal Development
Improving Self-Esteem
Attitude
Self-Presentation
Character and Ethics
Money Management
Spirituality and Well-Being

Professional Development
Career Development
Creating a Resume
Interview Techniques
Telephone Skills
General Office Decorum
Business Communications
Team Work

Computer Skills
Keyboard Skills
Computer Components
Document Creation
Formatting of Documents
Spreadsheet Creation
Formatting of Spreadsheets
Simple Formulas
Mail Merge

Course Costs:
Will be waived through Scholarships available
$25 Materials Cost

To Register:  Call our office for more information and for the course schedule.  You must pre-register for all sessions. (313) 877-8327
 

 
 
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Making It To The Finish Line is a registered 501(c)3 Nonprofit Organization.
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