CFCC slates recareering seminar for Nov. 20 in Ocala

OCALA - Pathways Life Services at Central Florida Community College invites individuals 50 and better to a free seminar on Friday, Nov. 20, about re-entering the workforce. A Job Club will follow for participants who are seeking employment.

The seminar will help seniors who are starting a new career, considering a change in career, or who want to improve in their current career.

The seminar will focus on resumes, applications, job development and interviewing. It will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Ewers Century Center, Room 107, at the Ocala Campus, 3001 S.W. College Road.

The Job Club will meet from 11 a.m. to noon and will be an open forum for seniors to discuss their job search experiences with their peers. Senior-friendly employers will discuss job opportunities. One Stop Workforce Connection will also have a representative at the meeting.

Attendees can participate in the seminar, Job Club or both. Refreshments will be served. Reservations are required and can be obtained by calling the Pathways office at 352-291-4444. This program is offered as part of the Plus 50 Initiative of CFCC, the American Association of Community Colleges and the Atlantic Philanthropies, and is open to area residents 50 and better.




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