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ABLE Beginnings is a six-week (180 hours), full-time, computer and skills training program for low-income mature workers. The purpose of the program is to provide unemployed and underemployed older job seekers with the computer skills they need to compete for and secure employment. This program gives participants the skills and confidence they need to take control of their online job search.
With A.B.L.E. Beginnings each student will receive:
6 Weeks of instruction in computer skills to conduct an effective job search
Instructor-led classes with a low instructor-student ratio
Hands-on training in Windows, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Data Entry, Internet Navigation, Social Media, and Keyboarding
Mastery of the online job application process
Weekly job search workshops
Access to job search resources for each participant, including fast Internet/computer workstation
Greater confidence to compete in today's job market
Participants
Unemployed, economically disadvantaged individuals who need to upgrade their computer skills in order to reenter the workplace. The program is open to applicants of all ages.
Program is Offered In
English
Program Hours per Week
30
Program Duration
6 weeks
Rolling Admission
No
Program Start Dates
Next start: 6/03/24
Sample Schedule
Hours
Activity Type
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
9:00am - 3:00pm
Classroom Instruction: MS Office; Internet
✓
✓
✓
✓
9:00am - 3:00pm
Keyboarding, etc.
✓
✓
✓
✓
9:00am - 3:00pm
Individual Job Search and Group Workshops
✓
9:00am - 1:00pm
Employer Workshops
✓
Program Requirements
6th grade TABE Reading and Math | Motivated to work | Eligible for employment in US
Program is CORI-friendly?
Yes
Anticipated outcomes
Certificate of Completion | Employment/Promotion
Participant Supports
Participant Support Category
All partipants
As needed
Transportation
✓
DTA SNAP Child Care Referral
✓
Books/Supplies
✓
Clothing/Uniforms
✓
Are there any out of pocket expenses for the participant?
No
Do participants receive any pay?
Not applicable
Location
98 North Washington Street 2nd floor, Boston, MA 02114, USA
Training site is located right across the street from North Station and conveniently accessible to Commuter Rail, bus lines, and the Orange and Green Line subways.
