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We have many great things happening at Cornerstones Career Learning Center. Here are the highlights for today:
Adult Education and Literacy Programs
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Adult Education and Literacy Programs:
Adult Education and Literacy classes offer people an opportunity to enhance their basic education. Classes are individualized to enhance basic skills in the areas of math, reading, science, social studies, and writing. For more information call 605 353 7175 or email Becki Lemke or John Taylor.
GED Preparation Exams:
General Education Development (GED) tests offer people who did not finish school the opportunity to earn a high school equivalency certificate. Classes are individualized to assist students in preparing for the GED test.
Pre-testing: Allows student to pinpoint areas of difficulty for study.
Test Preparation: Individualized tutoring in all five test areas (writing, math, literature, science, social studies) helps students prepare for the GED exam.
Final testing: Cornerstones Career Learning Center serves as a final GED testing center.
GED PRE-REQUISITES:
• Must have completed a TABE pre- and post-test.
• Must have completed at least 12 hours of study.
• Must have completed applicable Official GED Practice Test(s) and scored at least a 480.
• Must have completed GED Demographics Form.
• If under the age of 19, must have a signed Parental/School Permission Form.
• Must have paid applicable Final Test Fees and completed all paperworkd by 12:00PM on the Friday before the test date or have completed and approved Fianancial Asistance Form on file.
• Must present photo ID on testing day.
GED TESTING FEES::
• $20.00 - One time application fee to complete paperwork
• $15.00 - Per test or re-test
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English as a Second Language (ESL) :
ESL programs have small classes so students can receive individual attention from their teachers. Students study English and also participate in the cultural and social activities of the school and community where they study. The goal of an ESL program is to improve a student's level of English. ESL classes teach different English language skills, depending on students' English abilities, interests, and needs. All programs teach the following: conversational English, grammar, reading, listening comprehension, writing, and vocabulary. For more information call 605 353 7175 or email Rey Colón.
Post Secondary Education
The Post Secondary Education services are designed to help individuals plan their continuing education. Assessments help individuals choose an area of study suited to their interests and aptitudes. Cornerstones CLC also has information on area colleges and technical institutes.
Choices: A computer program that engages students in an interactive process that builds self-knowledge, encourages them to explore occupations and schools, and helps them plan for the future. The connections between occupations, majors, and schools make it easy for students to use Choices on their own.
College and Technical School Information: Cornerstones CLC has information about colleges and technical schools. Individuals are encouraged to visit the Resource Room when Planning their post-secondary education.
Post-Secondary Readiness Academy: Many careers require additional training—in fact, post-secondary training is the best way to increase earning power. This academy will focus on selecting the best training option, identifying the steps in the application process, and anticipating the obstacles that may hinder success in post-secondary settings. Individuals will develop a step-by-step action plan to reach their training goals.
Alternative Setting Schools:
Pride High Alternative School offers an alternative route to earning a high school diploma. Pride High is part of the Huron School District, and follows Huron High School curriculum, residency, and credit requirements. Each student has an individualized study plan and receives one-on-one help from instructors to achieve academic goals.
Second Chance High is a unique educational setting that provides options for individuals wanting to earn a high school diploma. Academic and vocationally oriented education programs are provided through an individualized, student-centered approach. Programs are attentive to the needs of a career-oriented curriculum and are sensitive to the variety of learning styles among students.
Technology Literacy
In order to function in the 21st Century workplace, employees must be literate in basic computer skills. Through the Adult Education and Literacy program, learners can gain basic computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet, and email usage
Workplace Spanish®
First Time Home Buyers Seminar
Basic Electricity
Email Etiquette
Employee Diversity in the Workplace
Blue Print Reading
Employee Reliability Screening
Basics of Using an Interpreter
Basic Welding
Commerical Drivers License
Supervisor Training
Sexual Harassment Training
Work Place Violence Prevention Training
Business & Industrial Math
Customer Service Training
Business Training Program
These courses are available to those who want to improve their employeeability or businesses that want to provide additional training for their workforce..
Current Course Schedule - Huron
Current Course Schedule - Mitchell
Workplace Spanish®:
Lack of clear communication in the workplace is frustrating, costly and sometimes even dangerous. In many occupations and professions, it's an absolute necessity to be able to communicate with Spanish-speakers who do not speak English. You don't have to be fluent to communicate effectively. The Workplace Spanish® courses focus on the "bite-size" terms and phrases that allows you to get your message, question or response across.
There are many benefits to learning Workplace Spanish®:
- improved teamwork, productivity & efficiency
- fewer accidents, injuries, safety violations
- fewer quality mistakes & less re-work
- better customer service & increased sales
- improved health care and emergency services
- more efficient law enforcement and court systems
Basic Welding:
Participants in this Welding Course will be given instruction in welding processes used in the Huron Area. The course is made up of classroom activities and welding lab activities. The classroom portion consists of lecture, video, worksheets, and quizzes. The Lab portion consists of MIG welding demonstrations and student practice. Students will also be given course work and instruction in industrial math, blue print reading, and welding symbols.
First Time Home Buyers Seminar:
The course is offered in cooperation with the Huron Housing Authority for first time home buyers and will be offered with a Spanish intrepreter. The topics covered will include: choosing a mortgage that is right for you, knowing and understanding your credit, opening the door to a home of your own, borrowing basics-what you don’t know can hurt you.
Commercial Drivers License:
This course is designed to provide all of the information necessary to pass the written CDL test and obtain a CDL permit. The class will cover general knowledge, air brakes and combination vehicles. Tankers, doubles/triples, and HazMat endorsements are available.
Supervisor Training:
WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR BUSINESS IF YOUR FRONT LINE SUPERVISORS DON’T PERFORM WELL? WHO HAS THE GREATEST IMPACT ON EMPLOYEE RETENTION AND PRODUCTIVITY IN YOUR BUSINESS? WE ALL KNOW THE ANSWERS TO THESE QUESTIONS. We are all interested in developing top line supervisors because they are the answer to the answer to the above questions. The course will help develop your front line supervisors to make your company run smoothly.
Basic Electricity:
This course covers basic electricity knowledge including Ohm’s Law, using a digital meter, checking for voltage, and resistor color code. Students will also learn how relays, IC chips, diodes, and transistors work. The curriculum will cover the difference current and voltage, the difference between AC/DC current, and checking TVS. Class instruction will offer principles in troubleshooting that are applicable to the home and workplace.
Email Etiquette:
Most businesses use email as a primary source of communication. This class will teach you how to effectively communicate via email in a professional and courteous manner to improve your company and business message.
Sexual Harassment:
This course offers training on sexual harassment in the workplace. You will learn the behaviors that may constitute sexual harassment and why defining it is so difficult, what to do if you think you may have offended, and the effects it has on the targets and organization involved.
Work Place Violence Prevention:
This course helps to define workplace violence and the warning signs and profiles. You will learn learn the prevention tips, what to do if you notice warning signs, and how violence strikes in the place of employment.
Employee Diversity in the Workplace:
Discussion and information on the nature of diversity and discrimination. Participants will learn to identify the subtle forms of discrimination and how to promote “mutual respect” in the working environment.
Blue Print Reading Course:
Blueprint Reading course provides participants with the training they need to read standard engineering drawings with a special emphasis on section drawings, special parts features, and holes and threads. Each class is individualized based on employer needs.
Course Contents:
- Line drawings
- Projection of Works and Types of Lines
- Introduction to Features and Dimensions
- Scale Drawings and Drawings in Section
- Special Part Features and Configurations
- Holes
- Threads
Business and Industrial Math
Business and Industrial Math offer a step-by-step approach to mastery of the basic mathematical principles essential for solving problems encountered in the industrial workplace. The class offers a special emphasis on fractions and decimals.
- Reducing Fractions
- Mixed Numbers
- Adding and Subtracting Fractions
- Multiplying and Dividing Fractions
- Changing Fractions to Decimals/Changing Decimals to Fractions
- Adding and Subtracting Decimals
- Multiplying and Dividing Decimals
- Measurement of Lines
- Measurement of Angles
Employee Reliability Inventory (ERI):
An assessment that assists employers in building a quality affordable workforce that has a quality customer service culture. The ERI will assist businesses in improving the hiring process, profitability, and productivity.
Work Behavior Skills Tested:
- Freedom from Disruptive Alcohol and Illegal Drug Use
- Courtesy
- Emotional Maturity
- Conscientiousness
- Trustworthiness
- Long-Term Job Commitment
- Safe Job Performance
Customer Service Training:
Provides basic instruction for dealing with customers in a courteous and professional manner. Course content may be altered to fit the needs of the individual business.
- Calming Upset Customers
- Meeting And Greeting People
- Solving Customers' Problems
- The Telephone
- Business Correspondence
Basics of Using an Interpreter:
This course is designed to help any business or organization that uses an interpreter. Participants will learn what is and is not the role of their interpreter. The course will offer protocol for arranging your interpreter sessions, the two types of intrepretation, and understanding the code of ethics.
Business Training Program:
The Business Training Program incorporates an innovative four-phase sixteen week training program that culminates with an internship. The curriculum offers a combination of technical training, soft skill development, and specific specialization skills. For more information call 605 995 8927 or email Bobbi Schurz. For a complete brochure click here.