Attend Workshops
It’s never too late for new beginning in life! Let the team at Mid Central Community Action help you gain confidence at one of our workshops! Whether you have an upcoming job interview, need to form good financial habits, or want to learn tips to best prepare yourself prior to purchasing a house, Mid Central Community Action has you covered! Join us for an upcoming workshop and feel confident in your next steps in life!
ALL WORKSHOPS ARE AVAILABLE BY RESERVATION ONLY.
To reserve your space, please fill out one of the forms below!
October
Money Matters
October 02, 2023 (5:30 PM - 7:00 PM)
Participants can expect to discuss the importance of a monthly budget, as well as, how to create a budget based on income, debt, and expenses. Participants will also learn what credit is, why credit is important, how credit is built and re-built, and what makes up a credit score.
Next Step™ FOC Orientation®
October 10, 2023 (9:30 AM - 11:00 AM)
Customers can expect to begin their Next Step journey with a group orientation facilitated by all Coaches (Employment, Financial, and Housing). An introduction to Bundled Services and long-term coaching are shared at the orientation, along with an interactive money management activity.
Career Exploration
October 11, 2023 (2:00 PM - 3:30PM)
Customers can expect to discover their professional interests and explore various career paths. They will complete an interest profiler, explore 2-3 career paths, and tap into personal and professional values through a values activity.
Resumes and Cover Letters
October 18, 2023 (2:00 PM - 3:30PM)
Customers can expect to review and build their history to create a modern resume. Customers will also learn how to obtain the attention of hiring managers, as well as learn how to effectively market their work skills.
Next Step™ FOC Orientation®
October 24, 2023 (5:30 PM - 7:00 PM)
Customers can expect to begin their Next Step journey with a group orientation facilitated by all Coaches (Employment, Financial, and Housing). An introduction to Bundled Services and long-term coaching are shared at the orientation, along with an interactive money management activity.
Interview Readiness Workshop
October 25, 2023 (2:00 PM - 3:30 PM)
Customers can expect our Employment Coach to walk them through a skills assessment to review where their strengths and skills are, practice common interview questions, assist with mock interviews, and discuss Dress for Success.
November
Money Matters
November 06, 2023 (5:30 PM - 7:00 PM)
Participants can expect to discuss the importance of a monthly budget, as well as, how to create a budget based on income, debt, and expenses. Participants will also learn what credit is, why credit is important, how credit is built and re-built, and what makes up a credit score.
Career Exploration
November 08, 2023 (2:00 PM - 3:30PM)
Customers can expect to discover their professional interests and explore various career paths. They will complete an interest profiler, explore 2-3 career paths, and tap into personal and professional values through a values activity.
Working with a Lender
November 13, 2023 (5:30 PM - 7:00PM)
Customers can expect to learn the mortgage loan application process, lender terminology, and what documents to submit to a loan officer. They will also gain an understanding of how income, credit, and ratios qualify a person for a mortgage plan.
Next Step™ FOC Orientation®
November 14, 2023 (9:30 AM - 11:00 AM)
Customers can expect to begin their Next Step journey with a group orientation facilitated by all Coaches (Employment, Financial, and Housing). An introduction to Bundled Services and long-term coaching are shared at the orientation, along with an interactive money management activity.
Resumes and Cover Letters
November 15, 2023 (2:00 PM - 3:30PM)
Customers can expect to review and build their history to create a modern resume. Customers will also learn how to obtain the attention of hiring managers, as well as learn how to effectively market their work skills.
Working with a Realtor
November 20, 2023 (5:30 PM - 7:00 PM)
Customers can expect to learn what a realtor’s responsibilities are when representing someone through the home buying process. They will also learn negotiation tools, the difference between a purchase agreement and a sales contract, as well as how to inform a realtor on what they are looking for in a property.
Interview Readiness Workshop
November 21, 2023 (2:00 PM - 3:30 PM)
Customers can expect our Employment Coach to walk them through a skills assessment to review where their strengths and skills are, practice common interview questions, assist with mock interviews, and discuss Dress for Success.
Community Involvement
November 27, 2023 (5:30 PM - 7:00 PM)
Customers can expect to learn about opportunities available in their communities for neighborhood involvement, as well as what to expect at a closing.
Next Step™ FOC Orientation®
November 28, 2023 (5:30 PM - 7:00 PM)
Customers can expect to begin their Next Step journey with a group orientation facilitated by all Coaches (Employment, Financial, and Housing). An introduction to Bundled Services and long-term coaching are shared at the orientation, along with an interactive money management activity.
