Can spouses get a $6,000 grant for education, or attend FREE classes toward their degrees? Local and Ft Riley education experts will present the most current information on courses, class times, and costs. What do you want to do? Where do you want to work? Jobfit can answer these questions. Do you know where to do the research? Get website information. Choose the most appropriate career for you ... a career that will serve you well today and well into the future. Do you know the difference between a business from home and working from home? Experts will discuss military rules. Small Business Associates will explain state requirements. Companies providing job opportunities at home will be on-site to answer questions.
10-11:30 am Seminar
• Employment Readiness Program
• Over view of the program and what if offers Military Spouses
• MYCAA
• Spouses can get a $6000 grant for Education
• Subject matter expert will explain the procedures and timeframes
• Additional information will be given out on Program website and sign up
• Educational Opportunities
• Subject matter expert will discuss current GED and LSEC courses offered at Barton Community College, these are no fee courses
• Ft Riley Educational Services will provide a brief overview of degree programs they offer
• Community Technical School representatives will offer an explanation of job training offered
• Heartland Works
• Subject matter expert will explain the Dislocated Workers Program, WIAA training program funds available
• Additional information will be given out on Program website and sign up
11:30 am-1:00 pm Lunch and Program Expert tables
Riley’s Conference Center will have a lunch bar for purchase
• Tables will be set up for attendees to get in-depth information from the subject matter experts
1:00-2:00 pm Seminar – Working from Home
• K-State – Home business rules and regulations
• JAG – Running a business on post requirements and regulations
• Small Business Association – Subject Matter Expert overview of Kansas rules and regulations for running a small business and when the next full classes will be offered
• Career Step – Medical Transcriptionist program – schooling and employment opportunities
2:00-3:00 pm Program Expert tables
• Tables will be set up for attendees to get in-depth information from the subject matter experts
WHO: Open to the public
WHAT: Exploring Employment Conference
WHEN: 9am – 3 pm
WHERE: Riley’s Conference Center Seitz Dr
WHY: To assist spouses and Soldiers in advancing their career opportunities
For further information call 785-239-9435
To reserve a spot by : February 5, 2010
We exist to help people make meaningful changes in their lives providing training that can lead to local and mobile careers.
Contact Information:
Army Community Service
Employment Readiness
7264 Normandy Drive, Custer Hill
Fort Riley, Kansas 66442
785-239-9435