Randolph Community College Program Targets Job Training for High School Dropouts

Openings are still available in Randolph Community College's new Career Connections program, which is slated to begin Monday, Aug. 15 at the Asheboro Campus. The program is designed for students who do not have a high school diploma, who would like to earn their GEDs and complete job training in the HVAC/Industrial Maintenance or Office/Clerical fields. Scholarships are available for eligible students.

The career training actually begins in the students' GED classes, as those classes are designed for the students' particular career paths, according to Amanda Byrd, dean of the Basic Skills program at RCC. Students will also receive training in areas such as interviewing skills, resumé writing, and job search strategies. All students will receive job placement assistance through the JobLink Career Center, located on RCC's Asheboro Campus.

Career Connections is being funded by a grant from the North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation's Ribbon of Hope grant program. The North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation enriches our state with grants that promote health, science, and education.

For more information and to enroll in the Career Connections program, contact the Basic Skills office at RCC at 336-633-0106.