LINCO Institute of Learning

1. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING LINCO Institute of Learning A Nonprofit Corporation Committed to Linking Individuals to Careers and Opportunities 1 LINCO Institute of Learning is a nonprofit organization founded with a mission of transitioning adult into new careers and opportunities. LINCO Institute of Learning is a nonprofit organization founded with a mission of transitioning adult into new careers and opportunities.

2. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING 2 LINCOWhat is it? Open Entry- Weekly Enrollment 4 weeks Job Readiness 2 weeks � Intense Job Search 8-15 students per cycle Compliant with Part IV of the DHHR Federal Register 45 CFR Parts 261 LINCO is designed as an open entry program that individuals may enter through an orientation session offered each week. No matter which week of the four week cycle an individual enters the program, the design is such that every individual has the opportunity to complete all aspects of the program. LINCO offers 4 weeks of job readiness and other components that will be discussed later in the presentation. An additional 2 weeks of job search is also available working with a trained career advocate consultant. The program is designed to accommodate 8-15 participants at a time in each cycle. For TANF participants, LINCO is in compliance with Part IV of the DHHR Federal Register as an approved activity for Job Readiness/Search Activities - a dual activity to provide the participant with classroom training and actual job search. LINCO is designed as an open entry program that individuals may enter through an orientation session offered each week. No matter which week of the four week cycle an individual enters the program, the design is such that every individual has the opportunity to complete all aspects of the program. LINCO offers 4 weeks of job readiness and other components that will be discussed later in the presentation. An additional 2 weeks of job search is also available working with a trained career advocate consultant. The program is designed to accommodate 8-15 participants at a time in each cycle. For TANF participants, LINCO is in compliance with Part IV of the DHHR Federal Register as an approved activity for Job Readiness/Search Activities - a dual activity to provide the participant with classroom training and actual job search.

3. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING 3 LINCO Components Assessment Computer Skills ACT WorkKeys� (optional) Life Skills Job Readiness Skills Job Search Skills LINCO participants are eligible for a full battery of assessment upon entry into the program. These include academic assessment, a screening for special learning needs, and an assessment of computer skills. A strong component of the program is daily group activities to enhance life skills and work skills of the participants. Participants will work in collaborative groups to strengthen team working and social skills. Job readiness and job search skills are also integrated into the daily curriculum of the of the program.LINCO participants are eligible for a full battery of assessment upon entry into the program. These include academic assessment, a screening for special learning needs, and an assessment of computer skills. A strong component of the program is daily group activities to enhance life skills and work skills of the participants. Participants will work in collaborative groups to strengthen team working and social skills. Job readiness and job search skills are also integrated into the daily curriculum of the of the program.

4. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING 4 LINCO Computer Skills Computer Literacy Word Processing Internet/Email Participants will be introduced to basic computer skills or learn advanced computer skills based upon their comfort level with computer programs. They will be working on the internet for job search and in word processing programs to prepare a resume and letters of application. They will also learn computer etiquette and protocol.Participants will be introduced to basic computer skills or learn advanced computer skills based upon their comfort level with computer programs. They will be working on the internet for job search and in word processing programs to prepare a resume and letters of application. They will also learn computer etiquette and protocol.

5. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING 5 LINCO WorkKeys� optional component WorkKeys is a standardized system for assessing workplace skills Provides an additional tool for employers in the hiring process Students can earn a certificate at one of three levels: Gold, Silver, & Bronze An optional component of LINCO is the inclusion of remediation to attain high scores on the WorkKeys assessments. LINCO will use the KeyTrain curriculum to improve workkeys scores. One of three WorkKeys certificates may be earned by completing LINCO either the bronze, silver or gold certificate.An optional component of LINCO is the inclusion of remediation to attain high scores on the WorkKeys assessments. LINCO will use the KeyTrain curriculum to improve workkeys scores. One of three WorkKeys certificates may be earned by completing LINCO either the bronze, silver or gold certificate.

6. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING 6 LINCO WorkKeys ASSESSMENTSOptional component Locating Information Reading for Information Applied Mathematics The LINCO programs will use Key Train�s Thinking Media software for the WorkKeys components which includes a Beginning or Pre WorkKeys program for those functioning at lower levels.. Key Train has a diagnostic assessment which places students in the appropriate level. The LINCO programs will use Key Train�s Thinking Media software for the WorkKeys components which includes a Beginning or Pre WorkKeys program for those functioning at lower levels.. Key Train has a diagnostic assessment which places students in the appropriate level.

7. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING 7 LINCOWorkKeys Skillsoptional component  Applied Mathematics Applied Technology Listening Locating Information Reading for Information Observation Teamwork Writing While reading for information, locating information and applied mathematics are the mostly commonly use assessment skill areas, all eight areas of the WorkKeys Assessments will be available in the curriculum. While reading for information, locating information and applied mathematics are the mostly commonly use assessment skill areas, all eight areas of the WorkKeys Assessments will be available in the curriculum.

8. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING 8 LINCO LIFE SKILLS Personal Development Self-Esteem Goal Setting Coping with Change Time Management Money Management Life Skills that are integrated into the program include building self esteem, learning to set both short term and long term goals, learning to cope in a changing world, how to manage time, money and stress and other critical personal development skills.Life Skills that are integrated into the program include building self esteem, learning to set both short term and long term goals, learning to cope in a changing world, how to manage time, money and stress and other critical personal development skills.

9. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING 9 LINCO LIFE SKILLS Work Place Culture Work Ethics Employee Rights and Responsibilities Work place Professionalism Managing Diversity Diplomacy in difficult situations Work place culture is also an important component covered in the LINCO curriculum. Participants will learn expected work ethics, their rights and responsibilities in the workplace, how to conduct themselves professionally and how to deal with diverse co-workers and be diplomatic in sensitive and difficult situations.Work place culture is also an important component covered in the LINCO curriculum. Participants will learn expected work ethics, their rights and responsibilities in the workplace, how to conduct themselves professionally and how to deal with diverse co-workers and be diplomatic in sensitive and difficult situations.

10. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING 10 LINCO LIFE SKILLS Employability Skills Communication Skills Decision Making Problem Solving Working Productively Team Work The employability skills component includes practice in good communication skills, making decisions, solving problems, resolving conflict and working as teams using scenario based situations.The employability skills component includes practice in good communication skills, making decisions, solving problems, resolving conflict and working as teams using scenario based situations.

11. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING 11 LINCO LIFE SKILLS Work Readiness Preparing for Employment Tests Community Resources Resume Writing Applications/Interviews Employment Portfolio The Work Readiness component includes instructions in preparing for employment tests, how to utilize community resources, developing a resume, writing letters of application, practicing interviews and completing an employment portfolio.The Work Readiness component includes instructions in preparing for employment tests, how to utilize community resources, developing a resume, writing letters of application, practicing interviews and completing an employment portfolio.

12. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING 12 LINCOExpectations Attend class every day for 6 hours Be punctual Participate Improve life skills Improve computer skills Become work ready LINCO participants are expected to attend class every day just like a job. They are expected to be punctual, and participate in class discussions and team activities. The participants are expected to improve their ability to deal with life situations, improve their computer skills and become work ready.LINCO participants are expected to attend class every day just like a job. They are expected to be punctual, and participate in class discussions and team activities. The participants are expected to improve their ability to deal with life situations, improve their computer skills and become work ready.

13. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING 13 LINCO Certificates Certificate of Participation Regular Attendance: 87% of all class sessions Punctuality: Arrived promptly for every class session Work Process Skills: 70% on each module Computer Application: 70% of Technology Skills Checklist The first certificate a participant may earn is the Certificate of Participation. Requirements to receive this certificate include regular attendance, punctuality, and proven competency in computer skills and work process skills.The first certificate a participant may earn is the Certificate of Participation. Requirements to receive this certificate include regular attendance, punctuality, and proven competency in computer skills and work process skills.

14. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING 14 LINCO Certificates Certificate of Achievement Regular Attendance: 90% of all class sessions Punctuality : Arrived promptly for every class session WorkKeys: Minimum of Level 3 optional component Work Process Skills: 80% on each module Computer Application: 80% of Technology Skills Checklist The second certificate a participant may earn is a Certificate of Achievement. The requirements for this certificate include a higher level of competence than the certificate of participation and include a minimum score of Level 3 on three areas of WorkKeys. The second certificate a participant may earn is a Certificate of Achievement. The requirements for this certificate include a higher level of competence than the certificate of participation and include a minimum score of Level 3 on three areas of WorkKeys.

15. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING 15 LINCO Certificates Work Readiness Certificate Regular Attendance: 90% of all class sessions Punctuality: Arrived promptly for every class session WorkKeys: Minimum of Level 4 optional Component Work Process Skills: 80% on each module Computer Application: 80% of Technology Skills Checklist The most difficult certificate is the work readiness certificate. Participants who earn this certificate have attended 90% of all classes, arrived promptly for each session. Achieved a Level 4 score in 3 areas of WorkKeys, scored at least 80% on all work modules and completed computer applications with 90% accuracy.The most difficult certificate is the work readiness certificate. Participants who earn this certificate have attended 90% of all classes, arrived promptly for each session. Achieved a Level 4 score in 3 areas of WorkKeys, scored at least 80% on all work modules and completed computer applications with 90% accuracy.

16. LINCO Institute of Learning  Debrah Frazier Varner Dr. Donna Burge-Tetrick Charleston, WV 25305 Donna and Debrah operate LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING with a vision and mission to bring positive social change to communities, to create communities of learning and to change the quality of life of adult participants through training and education. Donna and Debrah operate LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING with a vision and mission to bring positive social change to communities, to create communities of learning and to change the quality of life of adult participants through training and education.

17. http://www.lincoinstitute.com LINCO INSTITUTE OF LEARNING 17 LINCO HOW CAN I USE IT ? Call (304) 531-0088 (304) 549-3931 or email info@lincoinstitute.com Contact us for more information about LINCO Institute of Learning or for a representative to meet with you to discuss the training and educational needs of your agency or institution. Contact us for more information about LINCO Institute of Learning or for a representative to meet with you to discuss the training and educational needs of your agency or institution.