2015 Workshops Career Resource Management Center (CRMC) Religious and Family Services Annex 3019 Embry Loop, Room 131 Quantico, VA 22134 703.784-4963/2511 Fax: 703.432-1925 www.quantico.usmc-mccs.org/Family_Services/Family_TAP.htm Call our office to register! Disabled Transition Assistance Program (DTAP) Description: This workshop will inform attendees about the Veterans Administration Vocational Rehabilitation Program. Attendees will learn about the program as well as how to apply for participation. Location: Religious & Family Service Annex, 3019 Embry Loop, Next door to the base chapel. Time: 0900-1130 Dates: February 5, 2015/Thursday May 13, 2015/ Wednesday August 12, 2015/Wednesday October 14, 2015/Wednesday Survival Benefits Plan (SBP) Description: This workshop integrates benefits from the DoD, Department of Veterans Affairs, and Social Security to enhance family readiness. Tailored to those planning for retirement or separation, featuring: • SBP - Unbiased analysis of its value and place in a financial plan • SGLI/VGLI comparison • Department of Veterans Affairs - Dependency and Indemnity Compensation and Dependents Education Assistance • Social Security - Retirement, Disability, and Survivor Benefits • Thrift Savings Plan Location: Religious & Family Service Annex, 3019 Embry Loop, next door to the base chapel. Time: 0900 - 1130 Dates: February 4, 2015/Wednesday April 1, 2015/ Wednesday August 11, 2015/Tuesday November 10, 2015/Tuesday Market Yourself for a Second Career Description: This workshop will provide attendees with skills and resources to prepare for a career after leaving the service. Participants will learn techniques and strategies to effectively navigate the job market. Location: Religious & Family Service Annex, 3019 Embry Loop, next door to the base chapel. Time: 0900-1130 Dates: March 4, 2015/Wednesday July 22, 2015/Wednesday September 16, 2015/Wednesday Two Day Boots-2-Business Description: This workshop is devoted to assisting Veterans start their own business. Location: Religious & Family Service Annex, 3019 Embry Loop, next door to the base chapel. Time: 0800-1600 Dates: February 19-20, 2015/Thursday & Friday April 16-17, 2015/Thursday & Friday June 11-12, 2015/Thursday & Friday August 13-14, 2015/Thursday & Friday October 15-16, 2015/Thursday & Friday November 12-13, 2015/Thursday & Friday College University (Accessing Higher Education) 2 day Workshop: Description: This workshop will provide participates with guidance on the college application process. Attendees will learn how to identify educational goals, how to research and compare intuitions, and education funding available. Location: Voluntary Education Center (VEC), 3088 Roan Street Time: 0830-1630 Dates: January 21-22, 2015/Wednesday & Thursday February 18-19, 2015/Wednesday & Thursday March 18-19, 2015/Wednesday & Thursday April 15-16, 2015/Wednesday & Thursday May 13-14, 2015/Wednesday & Thursday June 10-11, 2015/Wednesday & Thursday July 15-16, 2015/Wednesday & Thursday August 12-13, 2015/Wednesday & Thursday September 9-10, 2015/Wednesday & Thursday October 14-15, 2015/Wednesday & Thursday November 12-13, 2015/Wednesday & Thursday December 16-17, 2015/Wednesday & Thursday Vocational/Technical 2 day Workshop Description: This workshop explains the aspects of Vocational/Technical Training. Attendees will learn the about the top ten vocational careers, choosing a technical college, the admission process, and education funding available. Location: Voluntary Education Center (VEC), 3088 Roan Street Time: 0830-1630 Dates: March 18-19, 2015/Wednesday & Thursday June 10-11, 2015/Wednesday & Thursday September 9-10, 2015/ Wednesday & Thursday November 12-13, 2015/ Wednesday & Thursday 10 Steps to Federal Job/Resume Lab Description: This lab will provide you with information that will assist you with developing your federal resume and also create an account on USA Jobs. Location: Religious & Family Service Annex, 3019 Embry Loop, next door to the base chapel. Time: 0800-1200 Dates: January 21, 2015/Wednesday February 20, 2015/ Friday March 6, 2015/Friday April 3, 2015/Friday May 27, 2015/Wednesday June 24, 2015/Wednesday July 22, 2015/Wednesday August 26, 2015/Wednesday September 23, 2015/Wednesday October 16, 2015/ Friday November 25, 2015/Wednesday December 18, 2015/ Friday Job Search through Social Media and Networking Systems Description: This workshop will teach participants how their social networking activities on the Web can attract future employers. During this three hour class, participants will learn the importance of using social media to develop their online presence as well as network with professionals in their field. Location: Religious & Family Service Annex, 3019 Embry Loop, next door to the base chapel. Time: 0900-1100 Dates: February 17, 2015/Tuesday September 21, 2015/ Monday November 9, 2015/ Monday LinkedIn Lab Description: This workshop will assist you in understanding “LinkedIn” and what it’s used for. Also, you will create an account (if you do not already have one). Location: Religious & Family Service Annex, 3019 Embry Loop, next door to the base chapel Time: 0900-1100 Dates: January 23, 2015/Friday April 17, 2015/ Friday July 17, 2015/ Friday September 25, 2015/ Friday December 2, 2015/ Wednesday STRONG Interest Inventory and Career Satisfaction Description: This workshop will provide participants an overview of the STRONG Interest Inventory and how it can be a powerful method for matching their interests with opportunities for jobs, education, and leisure activities. **Students will be provided the STRONG Interest Inventory before the class and they must complete the inventory in order to attend the workshop. Location: Religious & Family Service Annex, 3019 Embry Loop, next door to the base chapel Times: 0900-1200 Dates: January 20, 2015/Friday March 16, 2015/ Monday June 8, 2015/ Monday August 10, 2015/Monday October 13, 2015/ Tuesday December 21, 2015/Monday USA Job Application Manager Description: This workshop will provide a thorough understanding of the USAJOBS Application Process. Location: Religious & Family Service Annex, 3019 Embry Loop, next door to the base chapel Times: 0900-1100 Dates: February 4, 2015/ Wednesday May 15, 2015/Friday August 28, 2015/Friday December 4, 2015/Friday Writing KSAs Description: This workshop will assist you with developing your Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) for your federal resume and application. Location: Religious & Family Service Annex, 3019 Embry Loop, next door to the base chapel Times: 0900-1100 Dates: March 5, 2015/Wednesday May 1, 2015/Friday July 24, 2015/Friday September 11, 2015/Friday December 16, 2015/Wednesday