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Write a complete and correct industry specific basic resume
Assessment Strategies
Written Product
Criteria
resume contains relevant information
resume includes work history beginning with most recent
resume includes skills/training necessary to do the job
resume is easy to read: elimination of "I", no long paragraphs, organized to highlight most important information
resume presents a professional image--high quality type, printing, and paper
resume contains 100 percent correct spelling and grammar
resume is stored electronically
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Write complete and correct unsolicited and solicited cover letters
Assessment Strategies
Written Product
Criteria
cover letter includes introductory paragraph with name of job, where job description was posted, and brief note about your qualifications for the job
cover letter includes education and work experience
cover letter concludes with a request for an interview and contact information
cover letter is formatted professionally
cover letter contains 100 percent correct spelling and grammar
cover letter is saved electronically
cover letter presents a professional image--high quality type, printing, and paper
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Conduct industry specific job searches using electronic and traditional resources
Assessment Strategies
Skill Demonstration
Criteria
identify sources of job postings specific to the industry
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Review appropriate behavior and techniques for participating in job interviews
Assessment Strategies
Interview
Criteria
present interviewer with a completed cover letter and resume
arrive 5-10 minutes early
greet the interviewer with confidence and a firm handshake
explain how your skills and background can contribute to the organization
answer questions thoroughly, without presenting irrelevant or inappropriate information
show a sincere interest and enthusiasm for the employment situation
ask questions that show knowledge about the company and insight about the job, but are not benefits-related
maintain eye contact
you are courteous
express appreciation to the interviewer
write a thank note to the interviewer
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Review appropriate workplace attitudes and behaviors
Assessment Strategies
Written Product, Scenario, and/or Role-Play
Criteria
describe "inclusive behaviors" and "appropriate workplace attitudes"
examine the principles of respect, empathy, open-mindedness, and valuing diversity
identify components of inclusive communication such as language, avoiding assumptions
identify strategies to express empathy
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Explore careers in the welding and machine tool industries
Assessment Strategies
Written Product
Criteria
identify specific positions within the industry
include a list of industry expectations for each position
include a list of benefits offered by each company/position
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Explore apprenticeship opportunities in the machine tool industries
Assessment Strategies
Written Product and/or Presentation
Criteria
identify at least three careers within the Machining, CNC and Tool and Die industries
relate specific skills, certifications, and apprenticeships to these industries and career paths
differentiate between entry-level positions, mid-career roles, advanced roles, and specialized careers
describe key responsibilities, typical employers, average salary, and job outlook in various careers
outline pathways for career advancement
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Review strategies for credit management and retirement saving
Assessment Strategies
Written Product and/or Presentation
Criteria
identify retirement saving plan options such as an IRA (Roth or Traditional), 401K (Roth or Traditional), 457, 403b, etc.
identify three benefits to buying a home, condo or other real-estate
explore home mortgage options such as fixed and adjustable rates
explore financial planning strategies
create a monthly budget