Introduction to Local Jobs And Skills (ILJAS)
The Introduction to Local Jobs And Skills (ILJAS) program was created in 2020 and has continued to be met with tremendous support from employers, the Lawrence County Prosecutor’s office, Community Corrections, and Probation. At the end of the program, each participant has a next step plan that may include obtaining a high school equivalency, employment, better employment, additional skills training, internships, or even college.
REGISTER TODAY FOR OUR NEXT COHORT!!!
Coming in June 2024
Introduction to Local Jobs And Skills Cohort #16
North Lawrence Career Center
Week 1: Introduction to Careers • 4pm-8pm • Monday - Thursday
• Intro to Health & Safety - Obtain CPR, First Aid, and Stop the Bleed Certifications
• Intro to Welding, Machining, and Construction
Week 2: Student Choice • 4pm-8pm • Monday - Thursday
• Welding OR Machining OR Construction
• Employability Skills
Week 3: Student Choice • 4pm-8pm • Monday - Thursday
• Welding OR Machining OR Construction
• Employability Skills
• Graduation Celebration (Thursday at 4pm, class continues after celebration)
PARTICIPANT EXPECTATIONS:
• Must have transportation to and from class
• Able to arrive promptly to each session
• Upon completion of program, participant awarded a certificate and $250 stipend
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For more information contact Cathy Bullington:
Ph: (812) 797-3559
Email: cathy@lawrencecountygrowth.com
High School Equivalency - It's Never to Late to Go Back to School!
Are you an adult in need of earning your high school diploma? Getting your HSE isn't as daunting as you might think. In fact, we're here to support and encourage you on the path to earning your high school equivalency diploma - FOR FREE! Work at your own pace either in person, online, or through our 3-day bootcamp experience. With nearly 100% of participants earning their diploma, our process WORKS! Take the 1st step today.
Traditional Classes (at your own pace)
Orientation is held one (1) time per month
Orientation MUST be completed prior to attending class
Student MUST already be withdrawn from Public School to enroll
Student MUST provide High School Exit form IF under 18 years of age and Parental/Guardian paperwork MUST be signed
MUST provide Valid Drivers License OR State Issued ID AND Social Security #
NEW Bedford Location:
Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays • 1-4pm OR 5-8pm
We've recently moved to the StoneGate Arts & Education Center
931 15th Street - Room 103
Bedford, IN 47421
Mitchell Location:
Tuesdays & Thursdays • 9-11am
Mitchell Church of Christ (Family Life Center)
1004 W. Main St.
Mitchell, IN 47446
To schedule an orientation or for more information, contact Travis Malone at (812) 890-4337
To register, go to www.getmyhse.org
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3-Day Bootcamp Classes
If you are 16 years of age or older, left high school before graduating, and need just a brief skills brush-up to become familiar with the test, High School Equivalency Bootcamp could be for you! Admission is based on results of a Qualifying Pre-Test in reading, writing, math, science, & social studies.
REGISTER FOR OUR NEXT BOOTCAMP IN MAY!
Schedule:
Pre-registration ends May 9, 2024
May 11, 2024 • 9:30am-2pm • Qualifying Pre-Test
May 16, 2024 • 4-8pm • Skills Practice
May 17, 2024 • 8:30am-6pm • Science, Reading, and Social Studies practice & tests
May 18, 2024 • 8:30am-5:30pm • Math and Writing practice & tests
Location:
StoneGate Arts & Education Center
931 15th Street
Bedford, IN 47421
To register, go to www.getmyhse.org
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FREE Teaching Assistant (ParaPro) training.
Receive ParaProfessional certification, experience in Special Education System, and Autism Awareness and Teen Suicide Prevention certificates.
Classes on three (3) Saturdays, 8:30am-11:30am
Location:
StoneGate Arts & Education Center
931 15th Street
Bedford, IN 47421
Register for our next class by calling: (812) 846-5700.
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Contact Travis Malone for more information on when the next class begins or for more information.
Register with Travis by phone: (812) 890-4337 or via email: tmalone@vinu.edu
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