Looking for a job?
Saturday, May 2, 2009 |
Chris Ingram
With the ever growing economical problems not only locally, but in the United States abroad, job applicants are struggling with competition now more than ever in finding jobs. The days of who or what you know won't always guarantee a position in the workforce.
In the state of Georgia there is a program called"Work Ready" that is available, free of charge, to anyone that wants an edge on their competition. The program takes you, step by step, to building knowledge in finding the right placement in a new career, with a certificate and letters of achievement to show a potential interviewer what your qualifications are. The Work Ready Certificate covers skills in Mathematics, Reading for Information, and Locating Information with these three skills being highly important to the majority of jobs in the marketplace. Just how will a Work Ready Certificate help?
The certificate verifies skill levels for potential employees and demonstrates a commitment to success which adds up to a competitive advantage, a better job and a brighter future. Benefits to taking this program include:
1 - Confidence that foundational skills meet the needs of employers.![]()
2 - Ranking above other applicants lacking a Work Ready Certificate.
3 - Demonstrating on a resume an understanding of the skills employers want.
4 - Realizing opportunities for career advancement and promotions.
Are you out of work? Do you want a new career? Are you always missing the good job openings? Are you one of hundreds applying for the same job? Then stand out from the crowd and land the job you've dreamed of, a Work Ready Certificate can help. The program is free of charge and takes about three hours to complete. Log on to www.gaworkready.org or contact a local technical college near you. Georgia Work Ready... get a certificate...get a better job.




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