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The Commercial Cleaning Training combines classroom lectures with on the job training at the CWS facility. The classroom curriculum includes learning about safety procedures, industry standard techniques, equipment, products and career options.
Additionally, individuals will receive hands on training experience on proper cleaning techniques for the office space, classrooms, restrooms and commercial dining areas; as well as an introduction to floor care. Job seekers will have the additional opportunity to obtain their Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) General Industry Work Safety Certification.
The Job Readiness Program focuses on building professional soft skills and learning how to conduct a successful job search.
Courses include personal branding, workplace etiquette, getting along with co-workers and supervisors, resume writing and interviewing skills. Participants also attended tours of local employers, on and off sites hiring events and mock interviews with hiring managers and professional volunteers (2 weeks)
Participant pay: Stipend
Participants
Low Income, disabled, underemployed, homeless adults, recovering from substance use
Program is Offered In
English
Program Hours per Week
25
Program Duration
12 weeks
Rolling Admission
Yes
Sample Schedule
Hours
Activity Type
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
9:00am-12:00pm
Classroom Work
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
12:30pm-3:00pm
Hands on Training
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
9:00am-3:00pm
Job Readiness Training
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
Other Schedule Information
Participant schedules and type of meeting will be determined based on individual's availability due to work schedule.
Program Requirements
CORI check | SORI check
Program is CORI-friendly?
Yes
Anticipated outcomes
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) | Commercial Cleaning Training Completion Certification | Job Readiness and Training Completion Certificate | Employment/Promotion | Industry skills gain
Participant Supports
Participant Support Category
All partipants
As needed
DTA SNAP Child Care Referral
✓
DTA SNAP Transportation Support
✓
Test/License Fees
✓
Books/Supplies
✓
Clothing/Uniforms
✓
Are there any out of pocket expenses for the participant?
No
Do participants receive any pay?
Stipend
Other, please explain
Based on 80% training attendance and completion of skills training, job search training and obtained and retained employment for 30 days