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A variety of skill training opportunities are available, depending on individual interests and program availability. Skill training may include: § Edit U on-line training is available at Futures Unlimited. The Edit U program is a partnership with Western Michigan University and Skill Soft. Over 8000 hours of corporate quality tuition-free on-line training in a variety of career related fields is offered and can be accessed through the agency. § Classroom Training is offered in a variety of subjects. Some topics include computer use, job seeking and job retention skills, current events, reading, math, GED prep, and budgeting. Classes are taught individually or in small groups. § Community Work Contracts The agency subcontracts with area businesses to provide work crews on an as-needed basis for a variety of seasonal and year-round labor. § Production Training Participants learn production skills including labeling, sorting, collating, quality control, packaging, and assembly. Individuals are paid on a piece-rate basis for production training. All individuals in production training must meet a monthly classroom training requirement. § Retail Training is available at The Encore Shoppe, an agency owned and operated resale shop. Training includes practical knowledge in cash management, customer service, cash register use, and stocking. § JETS Janitorial Employment Training Service offers in-house training to prepare individuals for employment. Skills learned include office cleaning, floor and carpet maintenance, use of industrial cleaning supplies and machinery, and safety techniques.
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