PRE-PLACEMENT TRAINING

MODULE 1: 
INTRODUCTION AND THE JOB APPLICATION PROCESS
A. Ice Breaker
B. Goals and Purpose of Pre-Placement Training
C. The Job Application Process

INTRODUCTION
Pre-Placement  Training is a 20-hour course designed to prepare job seekers to enter  the job market. The training  provides job seekers with the education,  skills and support needed to be successful in the workforce and compete  in today’s changing global economy.
 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 
The students will:
Learn the importance of the Job Application and what they will need to complete it
Learn how to handle the Interview process and the different types of Interviews
Learn about the different types of Interview questions and develop their Interview Skills

​CONTENT STANDARDS:
Understanding the Application Process

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
List the three main types of  information you need to complete a job application?
What educational history is needed?
What employment history is needed?
How to choose a references?
MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, AND TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:
Materials:
Instructor Information: The Job Application Process
Activity #1: Introduction and Getting Started  
Activity #2: Personal Information Worksheet
Activity #3: Completing a Job Application 
Activity #4: Obtaining Personal  References 

Equipment:
Computer and Projector
Student Electronic Device: Computer, Tablet or Smart Phone 
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Assessments:
Class Participation
Discussion
Activities

Technology Resources:
Activity #1: Introduction & Getting Started: https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/jobapplications/gathering-your-personal-information/1/
Activity #2: (Worksheet) Personal Information ( See Resource Activities Below Module 9)
Activity #3:  Completing the Job Application (See Resource Activities Below Module 9)

Activity #4: (Personal References) ​https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/jobapplications/obtaining-references/1/

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MODULE 2MODULE 2:

POSITIVE SELF ESTEEM
A. Defining Self-Esteem
B. Building Self-Esteem

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
 Students will:
Be able to Define Self-Esteem.
Be able to raise their Self-Esteem

CONTENT STANDARD:
Defining the importance of Self-Esteem and attitude towards self, work and others.

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
What is Self-Esteem?
How do you begin to put the pieces of positive self-esteem back together?
How can you improve your self-esteem?

MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT, AND TECHNOLOGY  RESOURCES:

Materials
Instructor Discussion: Building Your Self-Esteem 
Activity #1: (Self-Esteem Slideshow)
Talk Partners
Write it down
 Spider Diagram
Do you agree with
​Tips

Activity #2: (Videos)
3 Tips to Boost Your Confidence
​8 Proven Ways to Boost Your Self Confidence
Overcoming Professional Rejection
Learning From Failure

Equipment:
Instructor Computer and Projector
Student Access Code and  Electronic Device: Computers, Tablet or Smart Phone:
Technology Resources:
​Activity #1: (Slideshow) Self Esteem (See Below)
Activity #2: (Video) a. 3 Tips to Boost Your Confidence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_NYrWqUR40
(Video) b. 8 Proven Ways to Boost Your Self Confidence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?  v=JgjntmIZm_c&pbjreload=10
(Video) c. Overcoming Professional Rejection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3F5UATw_X8&list=PL5A37ABB226059531&index=50&t=0s
(Video) d. Learning From Failure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQx39z99_Js&list=PL5A37ABB226059531&index=42​   

Activity #1a (Slideshow)

MODULE 3:
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM
A. Giving Criticism
B. Taking Criticism
​
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Students will:
Understand constructive and destructive criticism
Be able to give and accept criticism

CONTENT STANDARD:
Understanding Criticism
Identifying Constructive and Destructive Criticism.
How to Take and Give Criticism in a Professional Manner.​

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS: 
What is the difference between Constructive Criticism and Destructive Criticism?
How can you learn to criticize when you have to? 

MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, AND TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:

Materials:
Instructor Information: Constructive Criticism 
Activity #1: (Slideshow) Constructive Criticism     
Activity #2: (Video) Active Listening Skill Exercises 
 Activity #3: (Video) Virtual Role Play: How to Handle Criticism in the Workplace
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Equipment:
Instructor Computer and Projector
Student Access Code and  Electronic Device: Computer, Tablet or Smart Phone

Technology Resources:
Activity #1: (Slideshow) Constructive Criticism (See Below)
Activity #2: (Videos) Active Listening Exercise: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMzPa9uljnE  
Activity #3: (Video) How to Handle Criticism in the Workplace: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-p2iayoR4Xc

Activity #1a (Slideshow)

MODULE 4:
​ IDENTIFYING MY SKILLS
A. Technical vs. Generic
B. Resume Preparation

 LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  
Students will:
Identify types of skills
Learn their positive qualities
Be able to identify and verbalize their skills 

CONTENT STANDARD
Defining types of skills and being able to verbalize your skills.

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
What are Technical and Generic Skills?
Where are Skills Developed?
What kind of Skills and Experience do you have?

MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, AND TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:

Materials:
Instructor Information:  PDF Document Skills
Activity #1: (Video) What are Soft Skills  
  Activity #2: (Video) Hard Skills vs. Soft Skills
Activity #3: (Assessment) MnCareers Interactive Interest Assessment 

Equipment:
Computer and Projector 
Student Login and  Electronic Devices: Computer, Tablet or Smart Phone

Assessment:
Class Participation
Discussion
Activities

Technology Resources:
Activity #1: (Video) What Are Soft Skills https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tiy2LONr050
Activity #2: (Video) Hard Skills vs Soft Skills https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FFLFcB9xfQ
Activity #3: (Assessment) Mncareer Interest Assessment https://careerwise.minnstate.edu/careers/interestassessment.html https://www.careeronestop.org/ResourcesFor/OlderWorker/skills-and-training.aspx https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FFLFcB9xfQ&list=PL5A37ABB226059531&index=31

RESUME WRITING  
A. Developing Your Resume
B. Resume Format and Tips

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Students will:
Learn the importance of having a professional resume
Learn what factors to choose when creating their resume
Learn how to customize their resume to fit a specific job 

CONTENT STANDARDS:
How to design your resume
Choosing the right resume format  

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:  
Why do you need a resume?
What should you include on a resume?

MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, AND TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:

Materials:
Activity #1: (Discussion) Why you need a Resume & Video
 Activity #1b: (Interactive Explanation) Parts of a Resume 
 Activity #2: (Video) How to Design Your Resume   

Equipment:
Instructor computer and Projector
Students  and  Electronic Devices: Computer, Tablet or Smart Phone

Assessments:
Discussion 
Activities

Technology Resources:
Activity #1 & #1b (Discussion Video & Interactive Resume) https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/resumewriting/why-you-need-a-resume/1/
Activity #2: ( Video) How to design your resume  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=529bck9aFRM&feature=emb_rel_pause 

MODULE 5:
​ GOAL SETTING AND ACHIEVEMENT
A. Performance vs. Outcome Goals
B. Lifetime Goals
C. Realistic vs. Unrealistic Goals
 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Students will:
Understanding the importance of goal setting
Learn the difference between realistic and unrealistic goals
Develop a plan to achieve their goals

​CONTENT STANDARDS:
Identifying goals and outlining realistic steps to achieve them.
Understanding realistic and unrealistic goals 

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
Define goals?
How will I know I have achieved my goals?
What are your lifetime goals?

MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, AND TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:

Materials: 
Activity #1: (Introduction to Goal Setting & Video) Writing a Professional Goal Action Plan Worksheet
Activity #2: ( Discussion & Video) Creating Your S.M.A.R.T career goals and completing the Career Planning Worksheet  

Equipment:
Instructor Computer and Projector
Student Access Code and Electronic Devices: Computer, Tablet or Smart Phone

Assessment:
Class Participation
Discussions
Activities

Technology Resources:​
Activity #1: (Introduction to Goal Setting & Video) https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/jobsuccess/setting-goals/1/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k4-DxZIWOlA&list=PL5A37ABB226059531&index=43
https://positivepsychology.com/goal-setting-exercises/
https://imanadultsonowwhat.wordpress.com/2014/04/24/the-3-steps-to-a-5-year-plan/
Activity #2: (Discussion & Video) https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/careerplanningandsalary/make-a-career-plan/1/

MODULE 6:
SELF IMAGE
A. Your personal and professional image
B. Dressing for the Interview and Work
C. Grooming and Hygiene

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 
Students will:
Understanding the importance of image
Learn the difference between appropriate and inappropriate attire
Develop their professional image base on their career choice

CONTENT STANDARDS:
Understanding Image in the workplace
Identifying and presenting a professional image
Following the rules and code of conduct

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
What is the professional dress code for men and women?
How to develop your professional image?
What are some examples of inappropriate and appropriate attire?

​MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, AND TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:

Materials:
Activity #1: (Video) Dress Code                                                                        
Activity #2: Quick Guide to Professional Dress for Men and Women 
Activity #3: (Worksheet) Visual Dress Code
Activity #4: (Video) Corporate Grooming/Dress-Up & Etiquette                                              
Activity #5: (Slideshow) Grooming & Hygiene
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Equipment:
Instructor computer and Projector
Student Log In and  Electronic Devices: Computer, Tablet or Smart Phone

Assessment:
Class Participation
Discussion
Activities

Technology Resources:
Activity #1: Dress Code (Video) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbX_rMv1szo                    
Activity #2: (Quick Guide) Professional Dress for Men and Women (See Below)
Activity #3: (Worksheet) Visual Dress Code (See Below)  
Activity #4: (Video) Corporate Grooming: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hzm5OIOrwNs
Activity #5: (Slideshow) Grooming & Hygiene  (See Below) 

MODULE 7:

THE INTERVIEW
A. Preparing for the Interview 
B. Types of Interviews

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 
Students will:
Learn how to handle the interview process
Learn about the different types of interviews
Learn about the different types of Interview questions and develop their Interview Skills  

CONTENT STANDARDS:
Understanding the Interview Process
Researching and doing your homework on the company

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
How to prepare for an Interview?
What to do during an Interview?
What can Employers ask and not ask? 
How to follow up after an Interview?

MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, AND TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:

Materials:
Instructor Information: The Interview Process
Activity #1: (Discussion) Types of Interviews
 Activity #2: (Video) Interview Skills ( Body Language)
    Activity #3: (Video) Interviewing with a Criminal Record  
Activity #4: (Video) Top 21 Interview Questions and Answers  
 Activity #5: (Video) Following up after an Interview
Activity #6: (Video) Tips for Creating a Cover Letter
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Equipment:
Instructor computer and Projector
Student Log In and Electronic Devices: Computer, Tablet or Smart Phone 
​
Assessments:
Class Participation
Discussion
Activities

Technology Resources:
Activity #1: (Discussion) Type of Interviews: https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/interviewingskills/
Activity #2: (Video) Interview Skills: Body Language: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOa-kfvzx_I
Activity #3:  (Video) Interviewing with a Criminal Background: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0j7c0ex49nw
Activity #4: (Videos) a/b/c Top 21 Interview Questions and Answers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dE5a1mmVJD4
b. Tricky Interview Questions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Ijm5VtFFO4
c. 12 Things That Ruin a First Impression Immediately: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JrbnTZPjg0k
Activity #5: (Video) Follow- Up After an Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmGWmc2R9GM
Activity #6: (Video)  Tips to Create a Great Cover Letter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N3jJY8GlXoM&list=PL5A37ABB226059531&index=38

MODULE 8:
BENEFITS
A. Understanding your pay check
B. Deductions
C. Social Security & Other Income
D. Money Management

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  
Students will:
Learn about employment benefits
Understand how to read their pay check
How to manage money and budgeting 

​CONTENT STANDARDS:
Understanding your benefits, medical, dental, life insurance and retirement 
Understanding your pay check deductions, federal, social security and medicare tax
 Developing your money management skills and budgeting

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:  
What are benefits?
What are deduction?
How can budgeting help you reach your financial goals?

MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, AND TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:

Materials:
Instructor discussion: 
Activity #1: (Discussion) Completing I-9 and W-4 Forms
Activity #2: (Video) Understanding your pay, benefits, paycheck and ways to get paid
Activity #3: (Video) Understanding Your Paycheck: If Paychecks Could Talk
Activity #4: (Discussion) Money Basics Creating a Budget

Equipment:
Instructor computer and Projector
Student Log in and Electronic Devices: Computer, Tablet or Smart Phone
​
Assessments:
Class Participation
Discussion
Activities

Technology Resources:
Activity #1: (Discussion) I-9 and W-4 Form: https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/workplacebasics/completing-i9-and-w4-forms/1/
Activity #2: (Discussion &Video) Understanding your Pay, Benefits and Paycheck: https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/workplacebasics/understanding-your-pay-benefits-and-paycheck/1/
Activity #3: (Video) Understanding Your Paycheck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fDrDZAqf-8&list=PL5A37ABB226059531&index=23
Activity #4: (Discussion) Money Basics Creating a Budget: https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/moneybasics/creating-a-budget/1/

MODULE 9:
SAFETY AND FINAL REVIEW
A. Workplace Safety and Covid-19 Requirements
B. Employee Violations
C. Training Certificate of Completion
D. Training Evaluation

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 
The students will:
Learn about on the job safety and employee code of conduct  

CONTENT STANDARDS:
Understanding the basics of safety in the workplace and employee code of conduct 
 

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
What does OSHA mean ?
What is work place harassment?
What is identity theft?

MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, AND TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:

Materials:
Instructor discussion: Workplace Basics (Safety) 
Activity #1: (Introduction & Discussion) Safety in the Workplace
Activity #2: (Video) Code of Conduct
Activity #3: (Video) Understanding Covid-19 and How to Stay Safe
Activity #4: (Video) Preventing Covid-19 in the workplace

Equipment:
Instructor computer and Projector
Student Log in and Electronic Devices: Computer, Tablet or Smart Phone
​
Assessments:
Class Participation
Discussion
Activities

Technology Resources:
Activity #1: (Introduction & Discussion) Workplace Safety: https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/workplacebasics/workplace-safety/1/
Activity #2: (Video) Code of Conduct https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4si6n36n30
Activity #3: (Video) Understanding Covid-19 and How to Stay Safe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCdxsnRF1Fk
Activity #4: (Video) Preventing Covid-19 in the workplace: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dlUqlMDkR4

RESOURCE ACTIVITIES

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