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Civic Empowerment training programs are conceptually-based, meaning that our training entails more than just memorizing a bunch of well-intended strategies without context. Instead of just telling learners what to do, we teach them the concepts behind the strategies. In other words, we teach them the “why”. We start by illustrating training concepts (the big picture) through analogies and common examples. Then, we apply our recommended strategies to those concepts in fun and interactive ways. This approach provides the learner with a clear knowledge and understanding of critical strategies, and empowers the learner with the conceptual understanding to apply those strategies in various scenarios.
The scope and depth of the Civic Empowerment training approach is unsurpassed among comparable training programs, and is guaranteed to provide your students with the value-added training that they will need for success. Our training approach includes:
- Concept-based training
- Dynamic presentations
- Comprehensive program training
- Flexible times and learning environments
- Interactive, “real-world” learning activities
- Training summaries and help guides
- Training programs for specific age-groups
- Customized training programs for specific training needs
- Post-training support
OFFICE ENVIRONMENT SKILLS TRAINING
As the labor market becomes increasingly global and competitive, people need more than the skills to "just get a job". They need training that empowers them to understand and thrive in the office environment. Office Environment Skills refers to those “written and unwritten rules of engagement" that define success in the professional environment. Some of these skills are learned through formal training, yet many of the “rules” of professional culture are learned informally. Those who learn such skills, either through informal networks or by trial and error, often have successful career experiences, while those who do not learn them often suffer career stagnation.
The Office Environment Skills Training program is composed of training sessions that collectively provide the learner with a comprehensive and holistic understanding of the career development lifecycle.
The Office Environment Skills training program is approximately six to eight program hours in length (based upon the selected training scope) and can be presented in the following formats:
- 60-minute training sessions
- 90-minute training sessions
- A day-long intensive training program (recommended primarily for adult learners)
Each training session includes a set of concepts that are trained and illustrated through a variety of interactive presentations, student exercises, scenario activities and practical case studies. The following is a summary of the concepts and strategies that you will learn through the training sessions.
- The principles of business development and the role of employees
- Dark suits and formal communication: Understanding business culture
- Appearance, communication and perception in the work environment
- Establishing a strong work ethic: managing time and assignments
- What employers expect from employees; what employers desire in a leader
- The complete steps for securing a job every time
- What it takes to become an entrepreneur
Each training session includes a set of concepts that are trained and illustrated through a variety of interactive presentations, student exercises, scenario activities and practical case studies. Contact Civic Empowerment for a more detailed description of each training session.
PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT TRAINING
Everyday, people are bombarded with messages and images that are related to either spending money or making money. Seldom, if ever, do we receive messages and images that are related to managing the money that we have.
Unfortunately, most contemporary financial management programs focus on saving and investment strategies, which are only minor portions of the comprehensive training that people need to adequately manage their finances. Through the Personal Financial Management Training program, participants will learn all of the skills and strategies that are needed to manage all day-to-day financial activities.
The Personal Financial Management Training program is approximately five to seven program hours in length (based upon the selected training scope) and can be presented in the following formats:
- 60-minute training sessions
- 90-minute training sessions
- A day-long intensive training program (recommended primarily for adult learners)
- Personal budget development and management
- Managing a checking account and paying bills
- Understanding and managing credit and debt
- Battling the factors that undermine financial management
- Principles of investment and investment strategies
Each training session includes a set of concepts that are trained and illustrated through a variety of interactive presentations, student exercises, scenario activities and practical case studies. Contact Civic Empowerment for a more detailed description of each training session.
PRESENTATIONS AND DISCUSSION LEADING
Civic Empowerment understands that learning needs can be diverse. While some may need detailed, comprehensive training solutions, others may only require abbreviated training presentations, or may prefer discussion sessions, in which specific questions about personal finance and office environment dynamics can be addressed.
To accommodate diverse learning needs, Civic Empowerment is available to conduct presentations of varying lengths and to lead discussions on specific aspects of our training curriculum. This service would be ideal for seminars, discussion forums and other programs, in which a variety of learning topics will be presented by various speakers.
We have years of proven experience in developing and making effective presentations and leading discussions with youth and adult audiences. We believe that such activities are critical aspects of our training solution, because short and effective presentations can often encourage people to seek more detailed learning opportunities.