Released: October 9, 2023
Participants can earn digital badges verifying achievement in fully in-person training Nov. 6-17
Santa Fe Community College in partnership with Santa Fe County and New Mexico Workforce Connection announces a training program for Santa Fe County residents to gain in-demand skills that prepare them to work with businesses and local nonprofit organizations. The instructor-led training will be delivered in person from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday from November 6 to November 17 at the SFCC main campus, 6401 Richards Ave. Applications are due Nov. 1. Apply at: https://bit.ly/protecbusiness23.
Professional Readiness for Technical Career Program (PROTEC) offers preparatory training for entry-level employment in a variety of industries and is designed for individuals who are currently unemployed, under-employed, re-entering the workforce or looking to increase their hireability in Santa Fe County. Accepted participants will prepare for industry badges in Business Technology Systems and Social Media Basics through hands-on training and workshops to gain key job-readiness skills through more than 30 hours of free accelerated training followed by up to 50 hours of paid training and internships. Training includes Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and customer service.
Accepted participants will develop job search skills to help them seek employment after completion of the program. CORE Score soft skills assessment and training will also be available to students. CORE Score includes skills such as critical thinking, communication, customer service, adaptability and drive for results. Apply online and get more information at https://bit.ly/protecbusiness23. Training scholarships and stipends are available to qualifying participants.
For more information about this PROTEC program or for assistance in applying call SFCC Continuing Education and Contact Training between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at 505-428-1676 or email ce@sfcc.edu.
Santa Fe Community College celebrates its 40th Anniversary as the pathway to success for individuals and the community. SFCC provides affordable, high-quality programs that serve the academic, cultural, and economic needs of the community. The college welcomes over 10,000 students per year in credit, noncredit, workforce training, personal enrichment, and adult programs.
A “Best for Vets” and a “Military Friendly” school.
Visit sfcc.edu or call 505-428-1000.
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