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RochesterWorks! now has on-line training available to qualifying businesses in Monroe County.
Use the system to train employees in various skill areas including: Desktop Applications, Information Technology, Business, and Healthcare. |
If you are looking to upgrade the skills of your employees, but are concerned about the time and expense of training, Metrix may be right for your company. Using the on-line Metrix system, you can provide training for your employees, right at their workstations! If you are interested in providing basic computer, supervisory, customer service, or other training, this free on-line program may be the solution you’re looking for.
Purpose
RochesterWorks! has made available a new e-Learning program that will provide Monroe County organizations with the technology to upgrade the skills of their employees earning $25.00 per hour or less. Organizations can use the system to train employees in various skill areas including: Desktop Applications, Information Technology, Business, and Healthcare.
Why e-Learning?
It’s flexible – courses are accessed through the internet and can match employees’ skill level and self-paced learning. It’s low cost – no tuition or travel costs, and the courses are up-to-date and comprehensive.
Background
The RochesterWorks! system was created as a result of the Workforce Investment Act, and supports economic growth by providing employment, education, support and training services in Monroe County. Most of the services provided through RochesterWorks! are funded by the Workforce Investment Act. The system is governed by the Workforce Investment Board, which oversees over $10 million dollars in employment and training resources. Federally funded services to businesses include recruitment assistance as well as training.
Expected Outcomes
Companies can provide e-Learning to employees, which will result in the acquisition of transferable skills or certificates, thereby enhancing their long-term employability, career growth and earnings potential. Companies interested in this training need to complete an application process, and will be responsible for: identifying skill deficits of each trainee, providing a list of names of each employee participating in the training, distributing participant forms to each trainee for them to complete prior to receiving an account, and managing the progression of the employee training plans. Each employee’s training plan must be completed within 90 days of receiving the e-Learning account.
Course Selection Process
RochesterWorks will act as the “Training Administrator,” selecting a maximum of 4 online courses for each individual. It is important that the questions on the application are thoroughly addressed in order for RochesterWorks to select the appropriate courses for each employee.
Application Process
Applications for The Metrix Online Training Program will be accepted on a continuous basis. Download Application
Technical Specifications, Support, and Orientation
All computers must have Internet access, its pop-up blocker disabled, and the latest version of the Java Runtime Environment (available at no cost: http://www.java.com/en/download/index.jsp.)
RochesterWorks will provide program support. All participants will be required to attend an orientation training session prior to the start of the program. Details for the orientation will be determined on an individual company basis.
Examples of Courses
Software development, e.g. C+, COBOL
Operating systems and server technologies, e.g. CompTIA A+
Network technologies, e.g. Cisco
Enterprise database systems, e.g. Oracle, SQL
Web design, e.g. Adobe, Java, Paintshop Pro
- Business skills courses, such as:
Communication skills
Telephone skills
Sales and marketing
Team building
Management skills
Human Resources
Strategic planning
E-Business
Accounting Fundamentals
- Health industry courses, such as:
Home Health Aide
Certified Nursing Aide
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For More Information Contact:
Sandra Piccolo
Business Services Representative
RochesterWorks, Inc.
255 North Goodman St.
Rochester, NY 14607
(585) 241-6046
(585) 232-6033
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