WWC recently organized two successful Totally Trades conferences – one in Westbrook on October 19 and a second in Calais on October 26. All in all, nearly 200 girls were in attendance at the conferences. The Calais conference, hosted by Washington County Community College, featured a new video directed and produced by female students from St. Croix Regional Technology Center (SCRTC). The video profiles a successful female welding and commercial …
Are you looking to start a new career path in a growing profession? On Thursday, November 1, from noon to 1 p.m. at University College at Bath/Brunswick, come hear a panel of representatives from education & business as well as current employees working in the accounting field. Join this lunch ‘n’ learn panel discussion to find out about a variety of accounting professions. Then, identify skills needed for these professions. …
This annual fall affair, initiated four years ago to thank WWC’s generous supporters, has bloomed larger each year. At each luncheon, graduate speakers share their thoughts on the part WWC has played in their lives. This year’s focus was our Career Development program area. Pictured clockwise from top right are: President of UMA Allyson Handley with WWC graduate Karen Garland-Kidder; WWC Advisory Council member Deirdre Wadsworth; WWC staff Janet Smith …
WWC is excited to offer two options: ONLINE and BLENDED. BLENDED: Begins week of October 15, and has live class meetings the first and last weeks. In the four intervening weeks, students will work on their own online, with direction and resources provided weekly. Students have a choice of live sessions in Belfast, Augusta, or Rockland (choose one). For this class, the registration deadline is September 28. For more information …
The IRS wants you to know how to deduct costs related to your job search. You can deduct certain expenses you have in looking for a new job in your present occupation, even if you don’t get a new job. Remember to keep records! Expenses you can deduct: Money spent on a job search in your current occupation. Employment and outplacement agency fees paid while looking for a job. (If …
A new school year is just around the corner. Why not try a college class? It’s a great way to see what’s new in college learning, find out if college is a good fit for you now, and invest in yourself by learning something new. In today’s world of work we all need to keep learning and increasing our skills. One class can be the beginning of your journey to …
How can you fit savings into your monthly budget? Long-range priorities can be hard to stick to when times are tight, whether you’re saving for a reliable car, retirement, or any goal that will take more than a few paychecks. One technique for savings success is to pay yourself just as you pay your bills. With direct deposit from your paycheck or automated funds transfers to a savings account, you …
Participants in the recently completed Creating Your Future class in Bath were diverse, but all were seeking a new career direction due to the tough economic times. Their work together included more than traditional career planning activities. As part of the Coastal Counties Workforce Inc. Technology Occupations through Pathways Strategies (TOPS) grant, the class was able to focus on local growth industries in this sector. Focus activities included labor market …
At left, graduates of Creating Your Future in the New Economy work on their Career Action Plans on the last day of class. This diverse group has excellent goals for their future economic success, including finding employment, getting education or training, and volunteering to learn more skills. The group will reconvene in two follow-up sessions to learn new resume and social networking techniques and to refresh their interviewing skills. During …
WWC organized three successful Totally Trades Conferences this spring. Over 200 female students in grades 8 through 11 participated in the one-day conferences which include hands-on workshops and large group activities. Bangor Totally Trades celebrated its tenth anniversary on April 6th at United Technologies Center. Long-time partners and presenters were honored with certificates of appreciation. Check out Bangor Daily News and WABI TV5 videos from Totally Trades 10. Presque Isle …