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Retail and Customer Service Training Program offered at Evergreen Goodwill's Job Training Center in Bellingham

Retail and Customer Service Training Program offered at Evergreen Goodwill's Job Training Center in Bellingham

Eligibility

Open to individuals, ages 16 and older, who want to increase their skills and find employment. Participants must have basic English and math skills before enrolling in the program.   Participants who need improvement in these areas will be referred to Adult Basic Education programs.  Proof of eligibility to work in United States is required.

Hours

M-Th, 10am-4pm.

Application process

Call to find out dates for registration.

Fees

None.

Service area

Whatcom, WA
Gives participants the specific skills and training to find a job and keep a job in the retail sector. Participants spend nine weeks in class learning customer service, merchandising, cashiering, basic computer skills and general work readiness for the retail environment. Hands-on practice, including two weeks of on-the-job training at a Goodwill store, is included in the program. Students can earn stipends based upon satisfactory completion of program requirements.

Providing organization

Evergreen Goodwill
Offers adult basic education programs, ESL classes, GED preparation and basic computer skill classes at area job training centers. In addition, offers a retail and customer service training program for adults.