Classes & Workshops
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Learning Portfolio Fundamentals – EXPRL 190 (2 credits)
- Tuesday, January 17, 3:00–5:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, February 7, 3:00–5:00 p.m.
Summer 2011 Schedule
2 credits, hybrid class
Introduces the steps and benefits of building an online portfolio. Through this flexible, creative and evidence-based approach, you will demonstrate learning gained from class assignments or projects, volunteer work, and job experiences. You will reflect, select and develop evidence of your learning and organize it using simple, readily accessible online tools. The completed learning portfolio enables you to communicate interests, experience, skills, and personal qualities to prospective employers, universities, and scholarship providers.
Class combines online learning with two on-campus meeting times on January 17, 3:00–5:00 p.m. and Tuesday, February 7, 3:00–5:00 p.m., Room R205. Credit tuition and fees apply. Register for this credit class via bellevuecollege.edu. If you aren't a current student, please follow the instructions to apply to BC before you register.
Credit tuition and fees apply. Register for this credit class online. If you aren’t a current student, follow the instructions to apply to BC before you register.
Academic Internship Experience – EXPRL 191, 192, 193 (1-5 credits)
Earn course credits while working and learning in a professional environment. We work with companies, community organizations, and government agencies in the Puget Sound area and nationwide to help develop opportunities that you can pursue.
- Earn 1-5 credits
- Explore a career
- Enhance your resume
- Gain valuable experience
- Network with professionals
To learn more, visit the Academic Internship Program website or attend one of our free weekly orientations. See "Weekly Orientations" below or call (425) 564-2279.
Resume and Interviewing Strategies – EXPRL 220 (2 credits)
January 20, 21, 27, & 28
- Fridays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
- Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
February 24 & 25 and March 2 & 3
- Fridays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
- Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
2-credit, 2-weekend class, EXPRL 220
Learn how to create a winning résumé and represent your best talents in interview situations. Guest speakers from local companies will tell you what they really want to see on résumés and hear about in job interviews.Class will include practice interviews with company representatives.
Credit tuition and fees apply.Register for this credit class online. If you aren’t a current student, follow the instructions to apply to BC before you register.
Career Transitions (Non-Credit)
February 3, 4, 10 & 11
- Fridays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
- Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
2 weekends, non-credit
This class will launch you onto the path to success! You will identify your interests and transferable skills, find career options that fit your skills and experience, get the latest information on re-training, and learn job-search strategies to help you land the right position.Fee: $99.
To register or learn more call (425) 564-2279.
Workshops are free, non-credit informational sessions that provide you with a variety of career-related skills and information. They introduce you to the services offered by Center for Career Connections and can be a good first-step or refresher. Workshops are presented by a professional Career Specialist and are usually 1-2 hours in length. They are free, but registration is required.
Please call (425) 564-2279 to register.
Interview Practice Sessions
Thursday, January 19, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Thursday, February 9, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Thursday, March 8, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Sessions only open to currently enrolled credit students. Sign up for a one-hour practice interview with a Boeing retiree. This is an excellent way to experience a realistic interview and receive feedback, without the pressure. You will need to e-mail your résumé one week prior to your practice interview to jfoster@bellevuecollege.edu to participate.
Cover Letter Strategies
Wednesday, February 1, 1:30–3:00 p.m.
Join this workshop to learn how cover letters, letters of inquiry, and marketing letters can help you in this competitive job market.
Presented by Michael Reese, Internship Specialist
Salary Negotiation
Tuesday, February 7 , 12:30–2:00 p.m.
Join this workshop and learn effective, non-confrontational strategies that can add significant financial gain to your career in your lifetime. Allan Hay is one of the Pacific Northwest's leading authorities on the subject of salary negotiation.
Presented by Allan Hay
Finding a Survival Job
Are you LinkedIn?
Wednesday, March 7, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Millions of people are using a social networking resource called LinkedIn for business development, career management, job search, and recruitment–just to name a few. Join this interactive discussion with employers about best practices of LinkedIn.
Presented by Fabienne Mouton, Corporate Outreach Specialist.
Understanding the Labor Market: How to Plan for Your Career
Networking & the Hidden Job Market: Tapping Into Unadvertised Jobs
Wednesday, February 8, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Did you know that nearly 80% of jobs are not advertised? Join this workshop and learn how you can use networking strategies to help with your job search.
Presented by Faith Rayman,Career Specialist and
Job Search 101
Thursday, January 24, 10:30 a.m. –12:00 p.m.
Join this workshop to learn job search basics. We’ll provide a job search overview; discuss how to find open positions and specific tools that can help you; and ways to organize your search.
Presented by a Career Specialist.
Please call (425) 564-2279 to confirm that orientations are held that week.
Sessions can be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.
Introduction to Career Assessments & Services
Held on: Mondays, 10:30-11:20 a.m. || Thursdays 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Looking for Internships
Held on: Mondays 2:30-3:30 p.m. || Thursdays 10:30-11:20 p.m.
Offered every other week. Please call (425) 564-2279 to confirm.
Creating an Effective Résumé
Held on: Tuesdays, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Searching & Applying for Scholarships
Held on: Tuesdays, 10:30-11:20 a.m. - (No session January 3, 24, 31)
Job Search Strategies & LinkedIn
Held on: Wednesdays, 2:30-3:20 p.m. - (No orientation 3/4 & 3/7)
Interviewing Strategies
Held on: Wednesdays, 1:30-2:20 p.m.