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The Professional Placement Network (PPN) is a service to help you learn the step-by-step process of getting a job. These services include:

  • Self Directed Job Search Workshop (12 hour course: three days, four hours each day)
  • Individual Career Coaching
  • Resume Development/Critique
  • Mock Interview Workshop
  • Access to computers, Internet, resume writing software and other software programs
  • Placement Referral Service
  • Employer Recruitments
  • Assessment Services
  • Employment Reference Library
  • Use of copy machines, faxes, printers and telephones
  • Electronic newsletters and hot job alerts
  • Professional staff support and links to other services
  • Admission to special events, guest lectures, job fairs, success seminars
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Access to a large PPN Alumni Network

The PPN workshop is all about helping you become employed in your next right job. We teach you the things you must do, things you must say, things you must prepare, and finally the things you must be to become successful in your job search. The topics covered include:

  • DAY ONE (Motivation and Support)
    • Defining your career goals
    • Taking personal inventories
    • Developing your plan of action
    • Job search tips, things you must know and do
    • Creating your “wow” infomercial
  • DAY TWO (Motivation and Support)
    • Job search methods that work - marketing/cover letter samples
    • Networking strategies: the power of relationship building
    • Informational interviewing
  • DAY THREE (Motivation and Support)
    • Writing tips for a winning, keyword, value-based resume
    • Effective interviewing strategies
    • Negotiating for the job at the best price

How to Qualify: Clients must have a four year degree and/or a minimum of 5 years managerial experience earning $35,000/year or more.

Monthly Program Calendar for ALL CENTERS

Guest Lecture Series

  • July 2008 - No Lectures This Month

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