WORKFORCE
About
This program is designed to assist the community in securing full-time, part-time, or seasonal employment within or around McDowell County. It provides support for resume writing, cover letter preparation, and job search assistance, as well as enrollment in GED and continuing education programs at MTCC and ICC. The program maintains communication with local and regional businesses, as well as educational institutions, to facilitate enrollment and provide information on continuing education opportunities. Its objective is to foster economic prosperity, secure well-paying jobs, and achieve high-quality professional outcomes for workers in the Appalachian region, enabling them to remain and thrive in their communities.
Services
The Workforce Program enhances the quality of life by empowering individuals with the skills and opportunities for sustainable employment.
Workforce Program
The Workforce Program is dedicated to supporting the community in securing full-time, part-time, or seasonal employment opportunities within McDowell County and its surrounding areas. This program offers comprehensive services, including resume writing, cover letter preparation, and job search assistance. We also guide community members through the enrollment process for educational programs, such as GED and AHS, to help advance their career prospects.
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Our Workforce Coordinator maintains strong, direct relationships with local and regional businesses, as well as with MTCC and ICC, to facilitate enrollment, training, and ongoing educational opportunities.
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Program Coordinator:
Melissa Flores
Latino Business Force
The Latino Business Force is one of our newest programs, established in May 2023. This initiative was created to support the Latino community in building and growing successful businesses within McDowell County and the surrounding areas.
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Our team participated in a certification course that covered the essential skills, knowledge, and tools needed for entrepreneurship. While the course provided valuable insights, it was not available in Spanish. In response to this gap, the Latino Business Force program was developed to provide Spanish-speaking individuals with the resources necessary to start and sustain their own businesses.
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Participants engage in a comprehensive 6-class course and, upon completion, receive a certification from McDowell Technical Community College. For more information, please contact us via phone or email.
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Program Coordinator:
Melissa Flores
Testimonial
"I can't thank you enough, I wish that more people continue to benefit from all the programs and have a better future. I thank God for all the opportunities through Centro Unido. I thank the teacher Melissa Flores for all the patience and all the staff of Centro Unido for all the help they give to the whole community. I wish you many blessings and success."
