Current workshops or events conducted by EDN | Midwest and by other local organisations are listed on the Events Calendar.
Free Workshops
If you are interested in attending any of our workshops or would like EDN to run a free workshop for your organisation please contact Lauren or Zoe on 99641022 or e-mail employmentdirections@westnet.com.au .
Workshop
Descriptions
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Resume Writing
This workshop is all about how to write a winning resume and includes information on what employers expect to see in your resume, how to market your resume and other forms of job applications. This workshop is also ideal for participants to learn how to target their resume to a specific job. By the end of this workshop you will have a professional resume displaying your skills and abilities ....better still you will have acquired a new skill yourself and be able to produce a fresh resume whenever you need to!
Teamwork/Employability Skills
This workshop is designed to introduce teamwork skills and their relation to employability. This workshop gives participants an insight into the requirements of working as part of a team in a work environment and the expectation of employers for their employees in working in teams. You learn valuable teamwork skills while having a lot of fun!
Career Matching
The Career Matching workshop is designed to assist participants in matching their skills with potential careers that will suit their own profile. In this workshop participants have the opportunity to assess their strengths and weaknesses as well as the relevance of required workplace skills.
New World of Work
Making the right choice is a good place to start. Where are the jobs? What are the different ways I can be employed- casual, full time, contract, self employed, job-sharing? This workshop answers all the important world of work questions.
Work Safety
In today's work environment, Work Safety is one of the largest issues for employees and employers alike. Dangers in the workplace and potential hazards can be found anywhere and everywhere. This workshop introduces participant to the identification and elimination of hazards and dangers to assist in keeping yourself and others safe. Other areas covered include employee/employer rights and obligations, near misses, proper use of facilities and the reporting of accidents.
Introducing Yourself
Being able to make a good first impression is important in all aspects of job search. This workshop gives participants valuable information in making the first step in applying for work and approaching employers.
Job Search Skills
Learning general job search techniques and how to apply for jobs is an essential part of gaining the right position for you. This workshop also provides participants with a copy of the Job Search Guide and shows you how to use the online My Guide web portal.
Managing Your Money
It’s great to have a job but it’s easy to mis-manage your finances if you don’t know how to budget. Learn how to easily take control of your finances.
Addressing Selection Criteria
(how to get it right first time)
Selection criteria can be a daunting process for the un-initiated. This workshop will provide clear and easy direction to assist you in addressing selection criteria for any job application.
Interview Skills
Interviews should be something to look forward to. Planning and being well prepared can assist to makes the interview process enjoyable and successful. The workshop also indulges in mock interviews to improve your own interview skills.
Employer Expectations
Getting the job is only half the effort....you need to be familiar with what an employer expects in the workplace. This informative workshop will prepare you for the workplace to ensure you keep your job by being able to meet the employer’s expectations.
Career Planning
You may have an idea of the type of career you want but have you thought about planning ahead. Knowing how to plan your career pathways is an important part of your job future. This workshop will show you how to plan your career.
Communication in the workplace
Communication is a key employability skill and workplaces rely on good communication skills. Our communications workshop will provide you with this highly regarded workplace skill.
Apprenticeships and Traineeships
There are over 480 Apprenticeships & Traineeships available in Australia and this career pathway is a great way to be paid to gain a valuable qualification. The workshop is full of information on Apprenticeships and Traineeships including what is the difference between an Apprenticeship and a Traineeship, how to get an Apprenticeship or Traineeship & on and off the job training. This interactive workshop also covers real life examples and what participants could expect on gaining an apprenticeship or traineeship. This workshop is a perfect introduction to the world of apprenticeships and traineeships and the opportunities available for participants.
Parents as Career Partners
Parents have an important role to play when assisting their children with career decisions and choices. Knowing where to find the relevant information can sometimes be tricky. This workshop provides parents with the information they need to assist in the career decision making process.
