WorkSource Montgomery Offers FREE Online Training!

Rockville MD

16 May, 2022

12:57 PM

Description

Get Back to Work or Train Your Employees with FREE Online Courses! WorkSource Montgomery has launched a new program available to all Montgomery County residents and businesses called SkillUp® Montgomery, a free online job skills training platform provided by the Metrix E-Learning® System. All eligible Montgomery County residents can take classes, explore career pathways, and even prepare for various industry-recognized certifications, all for free and from home. It is designed for all types of jobseekers whether they are looking for a first job, new job, or to advance in their chosen field. The Metrix E-Learning® System provides 24/7 access for up to six months to over 5,000 workplace, business, technical and IT courses and 10 industry career “pathways.” SkillUp® Montgomery is not just for jobseekers! Small businesses and other local employers can utilize the platform as well to upskill current staff, find skilled candidates, or for new hire training. Custom curricula can be developed to a particular employer or industry. Employers can also list job openings, descriptions, and the skills they are looking for. Employers can select relevant assessments for candidates to take to evaluate their skills and schedule interviews. These features are available for free or with minimal costs. To review the course catalog and or sign up for SkillUp® Montgomery, visit http://wsm.skillupamerica.org today!  For questions about the platform, please email us at [email protected].