Career Preparation and Job Readiness Program
Career Preparation and Job Readiness Program Note: This class starts at 9:30. In today’s increasingly competitive
and uncertain business environment, one factor consistently distinguishes
successful organizations: employees who are prepared to face challenges with
confidence, resilience, and adaptability. Research across industries confirms
that employers place the highest value on durable, transferable skills—such as
leadership, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, problem-solving,
and adaptability—that remain essential regardless of changing technologies or
job roles. While technical skills continue to matter, their rapidly evolving
nature further underscores the importance of strong durable skills in the modern
workforce. This unique and powerful course is
designed to help students intentionally develop these essential durable skills-- and
more, equipping them to thrive in a dynamic and unpredictable 21st
century workplace. Students will gain practical tools and insights to
strengthen their confidence, decision-making, and resilience as they prepare
for their next steps—whether that path leads to college, technical or trade
school, or directly into the workforce. During the spring semester students
will participate in an exciting Employer Based Learning Opportunity
(EPIC). This is a formal work-based
applications opportunity where students will work with selected employers as
they apply and reinforce their skills in actual workplace situations. This program, which is especially focused on
preparing students for their “road ahead,” is led by Tim Jarnagin, a seasoned
business leader with more than 40 years of executive and entrepreneurial
experience. Tim has held senior leadership roles at one of the nation’s largest
firms and has successfully operated his own management consulting, coaching,
training, and project management business. His real-world perspective brings
meaningful, practical insight to the classroom and connects course concepts
directly to today’s workplace realities. Minimum 10 students, maximum 12 Tuition and Fees: ·
Early registration- prior to June 1: $700 (for entire year) ·
June 1-July 15 $750 (for entire year) ·
After July 15; $800 ·
$50/Semester Activities fee Georgia Department of Education compliant: Course Number 32.43200 Second semester will include off-site work at partnering businesses
and/or job-sites, to continue and reinforce students’ skill development.
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