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1 october-november 2012 Career Northwest Indiana Networking CAN BE THE KEY TO FINDING YOUR DREAM JOB how to utilize free workone workshops adult education and learning classes

2 Learning TAKE A PART-TIME JOB THIS SEASON is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere. Chinese Proverb Improve Yourself Improve Your Life Offering Free and Low Cost Day & Evening Classes Brush up on basic math, reading, and writing skills (ABE) Prepare for the G.E.D. exam or high school diploma completion Strengthen your English language skills (ESL) Call NOW for classes near you!

3 Offering You NO-COST Individual Services n Skills evaluation n Resume development and cover letter assistance n Career planning n Training dollars and scholarship/grant information n Job search assistance n Interview preparation n Youth career and work information Job Search Tools Available You ll gain the competitive edge you need to be successful in your job search by using (for free) the following WorkOne tools and information: n Computer Lab n Internet Access n Fax Machine and Copier n Telephone n Information/Resource Center FREE Workshops Get valuable tips on how to get noticed by employers and land the job you really want! WorkReady workshop topics include: n n Customer Service Skills n Preparing for your Job Interview n Communicating Effectively n Microsoft Office: Word, Excel & Outlook n Getting the Most Out of ICC A WorkReady Completion Certificate will be presented to participants, based on completion requirements of workshops. If you are a veteran you ll receive priority service! Ask to speak to a WorkOne Veteran Representative for job search assistance, veteran specific training opportunities, and more. If you are the spouse of a veteran you may also qualify for training and scholarship opportunities. insideoctober/november 2012 CareerConnect 4 Why 6 WorkOne 14 Northwest Indiana networking is key to finding your dream job is helping create your roadmap to success WorkOne no-cost workshops 8 for October and November 12 Local networking group draws members Northwest Indiana is home to over 30 adult education and learning sites WorkOne Northwest Indiana Career Connect is an initiative of the Northwest Indiana Workforce Board. Serving Jasper, Lake, La Porte, Newton, Porter, Pulaski, and Starke Counties. The WorkOne system is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the programs and services offered. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Call (800) (TDD/TTY relay services). Editorial for Career Connect provided by Barbara Grimsgard, Communications Manager, Center of Workforce Innovations, Regional Operator-WorkOne Region Boilermaker Court, Ste. E, Valparaiso, IN Need general information about Unemployment Insurance (UI)? Let us help. or visit to file for unemployment and gather more information. To advertise in Career Connect: WorkOne Career Connect is published in partnership with The Times Media Co. For advertising opportunities call your Times Recruitment Specialist today. Sales: Barb Carlson and Leslie Bryan WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2012 page 3

4 Why networking is key to finding your dream job The ultimate goal of networking is learning how to develop contacts with the right people who can advance your career, or refer you to the hiring manager who has the job you really want. Network your way to a job The best way to connect your cover letter and resume to your dream job is by networking. What s networking? Networking simply means telling people that you are looking for a job and enlisting them into your job search team. It is a focused way of developing and building a group of contacts; people who can provide career information that can lead to a new or better job. It can include advice, recommendations, or actually being hired. Each person you meet and have contact with brings you one step closer to getting the job you want. These people can include your family, friends, neighbors, people you knew at school, former co-workers and professional people like doctors and lawyers. Even if you don t know people very well, most are willing to help if you ask. Ask the people in your network if they know about any openings. Also ask them to ask their friends, family and co-workers about any possibilities. Research shows that this third level can yield results. You will often find a job not through who you know, but through someone that your friend or contact knows. How Effective Is Networking? 1. The Wall Street Journal reported recently that 94 percent of successful job hunters claimed that networking had made all the difference for them. 2. Sixty to 90 percent of jobs are found informally - mainly through friends, relatives, and direct contacts. The U.S. Department of Labor reports that 63.4 percent of all workers use informal job finding methods. 3. Mark S. Granovetter, a Harvard sociologist, reported to Forbes magazine that informal contacts account for almost 75 percent of all successful job searches. Agencies find nine percent of new jobs for professional and technical people, and advertisements yield another 10 percent or so. The Benefits of Networking If you are serious about finding the best position for your next career move in a timely manner, you must network. At least 60 percent of job openings in the U.S. are not filled through advertising, recruiters or other traditional methods. They are filled through networking and informal contacts. The goal is to move into the hidden, page 4 WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2012

5 Brief Statements, BIG Results un-advertised job market, using every available resource that contact with other people will provide you. Current employees are among the best sources of referrals. Many firms report that 40 to 50 percent of their openings are filled by candidates referred to by staff members. Moreover, companies view such candidates more favorably than those brought in through other methods, because they already know something about the organization and have a personal connection with it. Here s an example of the extraordinary benefits of networking from The Job Hunting Handbook: Includes the Job Outlook to 2008 by Harry Dahlstrom. Mr. Dahlstrom writes: Just pretend that you are an employer and you have a job opening to fill. Which of the following would you be most eager to interview: (a) an unknown person who answers your advertisement, (b) an unknown person who mails you a resume, or (c) a friend recommended by one of your workers? No doubt, you would choose the friend. All the other applicants are unknowns. As a manager, you would probably think, Jennifer is a good employee...hard working...likes the job... someone I can depend on. I ll bet her friend has the same qualities. If you are wondering why a busy professional would take the time to meet you remember: (1) The average person enjoys helping others, and information and advice are free to give (even when jobs aren t); (2) People enjoy talking about themselves, their ideas, and their opinions; (3) Every now and then, people enjoy a break in their daily routine; and finally, (4) Most people are not so busy that they don t have a free half hour sometime during a week. It s not enough to have great talents and qualifications to get a job. You have to sound great too! Your opening statement sets the tone for your entire job search strategy. Take networking for example. Knowing how to ask for, and receive, the valuable information you require is the key to finding the right job. Prepare 5 to 10-second statements about yourself and what you have to offer. Delivering 5 to 10- second statements that instantly brings into focus the information you desire is critical to your success. Preparing these brief statements is no easy task. It takes a lot of time and effort summarizing who you are and what you want. However, your efforts will be rewarded as your listeners will recognize your professionalism and be more willing to help. By skipping this essential step, your chances for success will greatly diminish. Most job hunters have difficulty describing their area of specialty. Ask a member of the Career Playbook Team what they do and you might hear, We help people develop action plans and strategies to succeed in their job search and get the results they want fast. If delivered properly, your listener will ask a follow-up question, such as; tell me more, or, how do you do that? An accountant might say, I m a Certified Public Accountant. My specialty is business and tax planning. I m currently looking for a CFO position with an organization that wants to improve their bottom line. A person in sales might say, I m a sales manager with proven experience hiring, training and motivating successful sales teams. I m looking for a management opportunity helping a company grow sales and open new revenue streams. Brief statements are a consequence of the breakneck speed of today s business world, as time and It s not enough to have great talents and qualifications to get a job. You have to sound great too! attention spans are far too short. It s hard to be concise. But the less you say, the more you are understood. That s why reporters quote experts who are quotable! They only have a small amount of space to write their story, so they need to be concise. If you have this skill, you will be more successful in your job search. On average, statements of about five to ten seconds translate into approximately 15 to 30 words. Therefore, carefully choosing the right words to create effective statements is vital. With practice, and knowledge about what you want from your networking contacts, most people will be only too happy to help you. (Sources: Informationtechnology.com and career-search-and-more.com) WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2012 page 5

6 Your Roadmap to Success 1 WorkOne offers you No-cost INdividual Services 2 LOOKING FOR IMMEDIATE EMPLOYMENT? To be job ready in a week we suggest these workshops: I ve got skills Getting more out of ICC Building your resume in ICC How to job search on the web How to build an effective resume Preparing your job search 3 Skills evaluation Resume development Cover letter assistance Career planning Training dollars and scholarship/grant information Interview preparation Youth career and work information REMEMBER ALL WORKONE WORKSHOPS ARE FREE! Get VALUABLE tips on how to get noticed by employers and land the job you REALLY WANT! page 6 WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2012

7 4 Job search tools available from WOrkONE: You ll gain the competitive edge you need to be successful in your JOB search by using (FOR FREE) the following WorkOne tools and information: Success NEXT EXIT Computer lab Internet access Fax machine and copier Telephone Information/resource center SYKPE tools Career Success WORKREADY WORKSHOPS TOPICS INCLUDE: Plan and Prepare First Stop Work One Customer Service Skills Preparing for Your Job Interview Communicating Effectively Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and Outlook Getting the Most Out of ICC A WorkReady Completion Certificate will be presented to participants, based on completion requirements of workshops. *For one-on-one help with job searching with your own Career Advisor, you MUST attend ORIENTATION! (See back of this publication for location near you!) WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2012 page 7

8 no-cost workshop calendar To sign up for a FREE seminar, call a WorkOne office or visit Gary Office October 2012 Monday TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 10 AM-12 PM 10-11:00 AM 1-2:00 PM Building Your Resume in ICC Customer Service 2-3:30 PM Centers will be CLOSED in Observance of Columbus Day Hammond Office October Hohman Avenue, Hammond, IN (219) Open M,T,TH,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; W 10 AM - 4:30 PM Monday TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Customer Service Centers will be CLOSED in Observance of Columbus Day I ve Got Skills Providing I ve Got Skills Providing Building Your Resume in ICC Providing AM-12 PM 10 Providing Customer Service I ve Got Skills AM-12 PM 17 Providing Communication Skills I ve Got Skills 1-2:00 PM Building Your Resume in ICC AM-12 PM Customer Service I ve Got Skills How to JOB Search on the Web AM-12 PM 31 Customer Service I ve Got Skills 2:30-4:00 PM PM 4 5 Providing Building Your Resume in ICC PM Customer Service PM Providing PM How to Job Seach on the Web Providing 3522 Village Circle, Gary, IN (219) Open M,T,W,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; TH 10 AM - 4:30 PM I ve Got Skills 2:30-4 PM I ve Got Skills 2:30-4 PM I ve Got Skills page 8 WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2012

9 no-cost workshop calendar To sign up for a FREE seminar, call a WorkOne office or visit LaPorte Office October Legacy Plaza West - Sagamore Center, LaPorte, IN (219) Open M,T,W,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; TH 10 AM - 4:30 PM Monday TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 8:30-9:30 AM I ve Got Skills 2 9:30-11:00 AM :00 PM NIPN Preparing for Your JOB Interview 1-2:00 PM Providing 2-3 PM Suceessful Communication Skills Centers will be CLOSED in Observance of Columbus Day 8 8:30-9:30 AM 9 8:30-9:30 AM :30-10:30 AM I ve Got Skills 1-3:00 PM NIPN 2:30-4 PM Providing 9:30-10:30 AM Preparing for your JOB Interview 15 8:30-9:30 AM I ve Got Skills 16 8:30-10:00 AM :30-10:30 AM 1-3:00 PM NIPN Preparing for Your JOB Interview Providing 2-3 PM 8:30-9:30 AM 8:30-9:30 AM :30-10:30 AM I ve Got Skills 1-3:00 PM NIPN 2:30-4:00 PM Providing 9:30-10:30 AM How to Build An Effective Resume Preparing for Your JOB Interview 8:30-10:00 AM 29 8:30-9:30 AM I ve Got Skills :30-11:00 AM 1-3:00 PM NIPN Preparing for your JOB Interview Providing 2-3 PM Portage Office October 2012 Monday TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 8:30-9:30 AM I ve Got Skills 9-10:30 AM 9:30-11 AM NIPN at Portage Library Preparing for Your JOB Interview Providing 2-3 PM Centers will be CLOSED in Observance of Columbus Day 8:30-9:30 AM 9:30-10:30 AM Providing Preparing for Your JOB Interview Preparing for Your JOB Inteview Providing 2-3 PM 8:30-9:30 AM I ve Got Skills 9:30-11 AM Building Your Resume On ICC :30 AM 8:30-9:30 AM NIPN at Portage Library :30 AM :30-9:30 AM I ve Got Skills NIPN at Portage Library :30 AM :30-9:30 AM NIPN at Portage Library Ameriplex Commercial Park Adler Circle, Ste. A, Portage, IN (219) Open M,T,TH,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; W 10 AM - 4:30 PM How to Job Search on the WEB 9:30-10:30 AM I ve Got Skills 9:30-11 AM 9:30-10:30 AM I ve Got Skills WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2012 page 9

10 no-cost workshop calendar To sign up for a FREE seminar, call a WorkOne office or visit Gary Office November 2012 Monday TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Hammond Office November :00 AM 1-2:00 PM Building Your Resume in ICC 2-3:30 PM 5265 Hohman Avenue, Hammond, IN (219) Open M,T,TH,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; W 10 AM - 4:30 PM Monday TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1-3 PM NIPN (Must be referred by a AM-12:00 PM 7 10 AM-11:30 AM Providing 8 9 Career Advsor to attend) I ve Got Skills 2:30-4 PM AM-12 PM 14 Providing I ve Got Skills 1-2:00 PM Building Your Resume in ICC AM-12 PM Providing I ve Got Skills How to JOB Search on the Web AM-12 PM I ve Got Skills 2:30-4:00 PM 3522 Village Circle, Gary, IN (219) Open M,T,W,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; TH 10 AM - 4:30 PM I ve Got Skills 2:30-4 PM I ve Got Skills 1-2:00 PM Building Your Resume in ICC 1 2 I ve Got Skills Providing I ve Got Skills Providing Building Your Resume in ICC Providing Providing 1-3 PM NIPN (Must be referred by a Providing 1-3 PM NIPN (Must be referred by a How to JOB Search on the Web Providing page 10 WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2012

11 no-cost workshop calendar To sign up for a FREE seminar, call a WorkOne office or visit LaPorte Office November Legacy Plaza West - Sagamore Center, LaPorte, IN (219) Open M,T,W,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; TH 10 AM - 4:30 PM Monday TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY :30-9:30 AM :30-10:00 AM 13 8:30-9:30 AM I ve Got Skills :30-9:30 AM :30-9:30 AM :30-9:30 AM I ve Got Skills Monday TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Preparing for Your JOB Inteview Providing 2-3 PM Preparing for Your JOB Inteview Providing 2-3 PM 8:30-9:30 AM How to Job Search on the WEB 9:30-10:30 AM I ve Got Skills Preparing for Your JOB Interview Providing 2-3 PM Preparing for your JOB Interview 1-3 NIPN Providing 2-3 PM Providing 9:30-10:30 AM 1-3 NIPN Preparing for your JOB interview Preparing for your JOB interview 1-3 NIPN Providing 2-3 PM Portage Office November :30-9:30 AM I ve Got Skills 8 9 9:30-10:30 AM I ve Got Skills 2:30-4 PM 9:30-11 AM 9:30-10:30 AM I ve Got Skills 2:30-4 PM 9:30-11 AM Ameriplex Commercial Park Adler Circle, Ste. A, Portage, IN (219) Open M,T,TH,F 8 AM-4:30 PM; W 10 AM - 4:30 PM 9:30-11 AM Building Your Resume On ICC AM NIPN :30-9:30 AM :30-10:30 AM Providing Preparing for Your JOB Interview AM NIPN AM NIPN :30-9:30 AM I ve Got Skills :30-11 AM Building Your Resume On ICC WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2012 page 11

12 Local networking group for degreed individuals draws members What is NIPN? A group that serves professionals as a vehicle for improving their job search skills while networking with others who have similar experiences. Who is eligible to attend NIPN meetings? Individuals with a minimum of an associates s degree or higher and who are currently enrolled with WorkOne. Non enrolled individuals may attend one session of NIPN as a guest. At NIPN, individuals have an opportunity to come together with other professionals who are seeking employment or exploring new career opportunities. This allows them to share ideas, concerns, and successes experienced through their job or career search endeavors. From sharing job leads to offering encouragement and advice past networking members found NIPN to have been an essential tool in their job search. NIPN helps boost job search skills through: n New networking techniques n Development of referral opportunities n Effective job search strategies n Community and business networking n Career transition strategies and support n Information on community services and resources n Emotional support Beginning October 2nd, consider NIPN meetings! Portage WorkOne Ameriplex Commercial Park 1575 Adler Circle Tuesdays from 8:00-10:00am La Porte WorkOne Sagamore Center 300 Legacy Plaza West Tuesdays from 1:00-3:00pm Gary WorkOne Village Shopping Center 3522 Village Circle Wednesdays from 10:00am-Noon Hammond WorkOne 5265 Hohman Avenue Thursdays from 1:00-3:00pm For further information contact Sharla Williams at , ext. 43 or swilliams@gotoworkonenw.com page 12 WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2012

13 6 Career Interest 2-3pm 13 Effective Job Search 9-10am 13 Financial Literacy 11-12pm 13 Basic Computer Skills 2-3pm 13 Healthy Lifestyles 3-4pm 20 WorkOne Orientation 9-10am 20 Career Interest 10-11am 20 Resume Preparation 2-3pm 20 Interviewing Preparation 3-4pm 27 Effective Job Search 9-10am 27 Financial Literacy 11-12pm 27 Basic Computer Skills 2-3pm 27 Healthy Lifestyles 3-4pm THURSday WORKSHOPS 2 Resume Preparation 2-3pm 2 Effective Job Search 3-4pm 9 Business Etiquette 2-3pm 9 Successful Work Habits 3-4pm 16 Customer Service 2-3pm 16 Job Club 3-4pm 23 Work Place Effectiveness 2-3pm 23 Successful Communication skills 3-4pm Valparaiso Monday WORKSHOPS ALL Orientation 8:30-9:30 ALL Resume Preparation 9:30-10:30 ALL Interview Skills 10:30-11:30 ALL Career Interest 2:00-3:00 CareerConnect january - February 2010 CareerConnect northwest Indiana applying For a job online Make FIndIng a job your TeMporary Full-TIMe job ThIngs To know when FIllIng out job applications employer expectations Look for our magazine every month in newsracks and all WorkOne and Times offices. C CareerC Northwest Indiana Connect Careers in Manufacturing Help Build NW Indiana MARCH - APRIL 2010 Resume and Job Application Insight Careerconnect northwest indiana GettinG the job tips on a successful job search Careers in hospitality and tourism offer opportunities for the Region THE BENEFITS OF AN INTERNSHIP THE INTERVIEW: helping our QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS veterans secure employment is a Workone priority RECEIVE UP TO $3,000 FOR COLLEGE MAY - june 2009 radisson hotel at star plaza executive sous chef brian narug For advertising opportunities, call your Times Recruitment Specialist today: Leslie Bryan: Barb Carlson: WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2012 page 13

14 Northwest Indiana is home to over 30 adult education and learning sites And they provide FREE classes! Many area adult education programs can help you: n Brush up on basic math, reading and writing skills before registering for college n Prepare you for the G.E.D. exam n Strengthen your English language skills and adapt to practical everyday situation in the U.S. Adult Basic Education (ABE) Addresses basic skill needs; e.g., reading, writing, language and math. Adult Secondary Credit (ASC) Provides the opportunity for those who didn t finish high school to return as adults and complete credits toward a regular high school diploma. General Educational Development (GED) Preparation Prepares the student to pass the exam for the GED diploma the equivalent to a credential for high school completion. The actual GED testing is only offered at a few sites. English as a Second Language (ESL) Provides English language instruction to non-english speaking adults along with practical skills for everyday personal, social, and working situations. *Note: Many adult education locations may require an annual $20.00 administrative fee to cover books, materials, and/or supplies, however instruction is free. Northwest Indiana Adult Learning Sites Jasper County Jasper County Adult Learning Center First Reformed Church 9991 W N., Demotte, IN (219) Tues., Thurs. and Fri. - 8:40 am to 11:45 am Jasper County Adult Learning Center Drexel Hall 1027 S. College Ave., Rensselaer, IN (219) Mon. & Wed. - 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Tues.,Thurs., Fri. - 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Lake County Crown Point Adult Learning Center Lakeview Square, 928 B S. Court St. Crown Point, IN (219) Mon. & Wed. - 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Tues. & Thurs. - 9:00 am to 3:30 pm Lowell Adult Learning Center Cedar Creek Community Center 151 N. Fremont, Lowell, IN (219) Mon/Wed - 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Tues. & Thurs. 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm School City of Whiting Adult ESL Program Nathan Hale Elementary 1831 Oliver St., Whiting, IN Contact: Dr. Sandra Martinez at smartinez@ns.whiting.k12.in.us Tues. and Thurs. - 5:00 to 7:00 pm Hobart Adult Learning Center Hobart Public Library 100 Main St., Hobart, IN (219) ext.317 Tues. - 12:00 to 4:00 pm Mon. & Wed. - 12:00 to 8:00 pm ESL Tues. & Thurs. - 12:00 to 4:00 pm Tri-Town Adult Learning Center 1515 Lincoln Hwy., Schererville, IN (219) Tues/Thurs - 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm Wed. - 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm page 14 WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2012

15 Northwest Indiana Adult Learning Sites Hammond Area Career Center 5727 Sohl Ave., Hammond, IN (219) Mon thru Thurs. ESL - 9:00 am to 12:30 pm Mon. thru Thurs. GED - 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Mon. thru Thurs. ESL/GED - 6:00 to 8:30 pm ESL/Citizenship Class - Sat. 9:00 am to Noon and Tues. and Thurs. 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Greater Hammond Community Center) Lake Ridge Schools 6111 W. Ridge Rd., Gary, IN (219) or (219) Mon. thru Fri. - 9:00 am to Noon and 1:00 to 4:00 pm GED, ABE, ASC, ESL Merrillville Adult Education 6701 Delaware St., Merrillville, IN (219) GED Prep. Program (ABE) Mon. thru Thurs. - 6 to 8:30 pm Jan. thru March Apr. thru June July thru Sept. Oct. thru Dec. GED Testing Twice Monthly - Mon. & Tues. 4:45 pm to 9:00 pm Dates and registration available at High School Diploma Competion Mon. thru Thurs. - 3:45 to 9:10 pm Aug. 30 thru Dec. 21, 2011 To be Determined Whiting Public Library 1735 Oliver Avenue Whiting, IN ciwarner@hammond.k12.in.us ESL: Tues. & Thurs. from 2:30 to 4:30 pm Gary City-Wide GED Sites Gary Area Career Center 1800 East 35th Ave. (219) Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs - 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm Also offers Adult Secondary Credit (ASC) classes Mon. thru Fri. - 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Carter G. Woodson Library 501 S. Lake St. (219) Mon. & Wed. - Noon to 3:00 pm Salvation Army 1351 West 11th Ave. (219) Tues/Thurs - 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Cisco Academy (Delaney Community) West 21st Ave. Mon., Tues., Wed. - 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Thurs. 10:00 am to Noon Ivy Tech Community College 1440 East 35th Ave., Room C207 (219) Tues. & Thurs. - 9:00 am to Noon (offers ESL also) WorkOne (Village Shopping Ctr) 3522 Village Court (219) Tues., Wed., Thurs. 9:00 a.m. - Noon Calumet Twp. Trustee 485 Broadway (219) Tues., Wed., Thurs. - 9:00 am to 1:00 pm La Porte County LaPorte High School 602 F Street, LaPorte, IN Max Miller (mmiller@lpcsc.k12.in.us) Paul Lindeman (plindeman@lpcsc.k12.in.us) (219) Adult Secondary Credit Classes (ASC) Mon. thru Thurs. - 4 to 7:00 pm Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN (219) Call for specific days and hours) Individualized tutoring services include GED preparation, Adult Basic Education (ABE), and English as a Second Language (ESL) A.K. Smith Career Center 817 Lafayette St., Michigan City, IN & 17 year olds, Mon. thru Fri. - 9 to 11 am and Noon to 3:00 pm 18+ year olds, Mon/Tues/Wed - 3:30 to 7:00 pm LaPorte WorkOne 300 Legacy Plaza West, LaPorte, IN (219) Mon/Tues - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Wed/Thurs - Noon to 8:00 pm Friday - 9:00 am to Noon PORTER County Chesterton Adult Learning Center Westchester Library 100 West Indiana St., Chesterton, IN (219) Mon. & Wed. - 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Tues/Wed/Thurs - 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Valparaiso Adult Learning Center St. Andrew s Episcopal Church 505 Bullseye Lake Road, Valparaiso, IN (219) Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs - 8:30 am to 2:30 pm GED, ESL Valparaiso Adult Learning Center Walt s Place - Hilltop Too 554 Locust Street - Valparaiso, IN (219) Mon. & Wed. 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Portage Adult Learning Center/NEO 5391 Central Ave., Portage, IN (219) Adult ABE & GED (18 yrs and older) Mon. thru Thurs. 8:30 am - 2:30 pm and 5:30-8:30 pm Teen ABE & GED (16 & 17 years old) Mon. thru Thurs. - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm ESL: Mon. & Thurs - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm and Mon. & Wed. 6:30-8:30 pm ASC (High School Diploma Completion): Mon. & Thurs. 5:30-8:30 pm Official GED Testing Center 5391 Central Ave., Portage, IN Twice monthly on Wednesday & Thursday Exact test dates available at Daytime testing: 8:00 am - Noon Evening testing: 5:00-9:00 pm Pulaski County Pulaski Co. Adult Learning Center-Winamac Pulaski Co. Public Library 121 S. Riverside Dr., Winamac, IN (574) Tues. & Thurs. - 9:00 am to Noon Pulaski Co. Adult Learning Center Center Pulaski Co. Annex 125 S. Riverside Dr., Winamac, IN (574) Mon. & Wed. - 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Starke County Starke County. Adult Learning Center WorkOne 6 North Shield St., Knox, IN (574) Mon. & Wed. 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm Tues. & Thurs. 8:30 am to 1:30 pm North Starke Adult/Alternative Education Oregon Davis High School 5998 S. 750 E., Hamlet, IN (574) or (574) wfrazier@od.k12.in.us Mon. thru Fri. 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm ASC, GED, ABE and Skill Brush-up North Judson Adult Learning Center North Judson Wayne Township Public Library 208 Keller Avenue North Judson, IN (574) Mon. and Wed. - 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Thurs. - 5:00 to 8:00 pm WorkOne CareerConnect. October/November 2012 page 15

16 Where Job Seekers & Employers Meet For all your employment or training needs contact one of the WorkOne centers now! WorkOne Gary 3522 Village Circle Gary, IN or Fax: Hours of operation: Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Thurs - 10:00am 4:30pm WorkOne Hammond 5265 Hohman Avenue Hammond, IN Fax: Hours of operation: Mon, Tue, Thurs & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Wed - 10:00am 4:30pm WorkOne Knox 53 W. Lake Street Knox, IN Fax: Hours of operation: Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Thurs - 10:00am 4:30pm WorkOne LaPorte Sagamore Center 300 Legacy Plaza West LaPorte, Indiana Fax: Hours of operation: Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Thurs - 10:00am 4:30pm FREE CAREER ASSISTANCE! WorkOne Morocco 4117 S. 240 West, Ste. 400 Morocco, IN Fax: Hours of operation: Mon, Tues & Wed - 8:00am 4:30pm WorkOne Portage Ameriplex Commercial Park 1575 Adler Circle, Ste. A Portage, IN Fax: Hours of operation: Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Thurs - 10:00am 4:30pm WorkOne Rensselaer 116 N. Van Rensselaer Street Rensselaer, IN Fax: Hours of operation: Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am 4:30pm Thurs - 10:00am 4:30pm WorkOne Winamac 123 N. Market Street, Ste. 2 Winamac, IN Fax: Hours of operation: Tues & Wed - 8:00am 4:30pm Oversight of Region 1 WorkOne System is provided by the Northwest Indiana Workforce Board