Training
Training Opportunities
Uniquely Abled Academy is coming to Lakeland Community College!
Monday and Wednesday 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Friday there will be an instructor in the lab.
Class size is limited to no more than eight students.
The courses will run from Feb 10th – May 9th.
For more information about program content: https://uniquelyabledproject.org/
For more information about Lakeland Community College program: rhamilton25@lakelandcc.edu
INFORMATION SESSION: Thursday the 9th of January at 5:00 p.m. at Lakeland Community College.
Due to construction, please park in Lots P17 or P18, enter through T Building and walk to E Building. The information session will be held in E Building. Lakeland-UAA campus map
Email RSVP: thecollective@lakebdd.org
AWT Work Advance Training
What is WorkAdvance?
The AWT WorkAdvance program is an entry-level two-week boot
camp-style program that provides a pathway to a career in manufacturing
regardless of the participant’s current experience level. We worked closely
with our manufacturing members to determine the skills that are most
valuable to them when interviewing entry-level candidates. Based on the
manufacturers’ feedback, we created a program that covers blueprint
reading, shop math, metrics and measurement, resume building, interview
prep, and financial literacy. Participants have the opportunity to complete a
Certified Manufacturing Associate (CMfgA) and OSHA10 credential free of
charge (if so choose as well). Once through the course, AWT arranges
interviews with member companies for employment.
We work closely with community-based organizations, county
resources, and manufacturing partners in delivering this program to
participants. Thank you to Ohio Means Jobs Lake County, Society of HR
Managers, and Vector Technical for working with the participants on
resume and interview preparation. Cardinal Credit Union/Dr. Zuren, Vector
Technical, MUM, Fredon, and Parker Hannifin for manufacturing tour days
during WorkAdvance.
CLICK HERE for more details on class topics covered.
NEXT SESSION
April 7th, 2025 through April 18th, 2025
12:30-3:30 pm (Monday-Friday)
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Future Dates:
Job Seekers/Employees
Employers
Training Video Library
Job Seekers/Employees
Job Seekers:
- Alliance for Working Together (AWT) WorkAdvance Program is your path to a rewarding career in manufacturing. In our 2-3 week program, you will gain the skills and knowledge you need to start a successful career.
- Auburn Career Center’s Pathways to Careers Program
- Driving With a Disability Guide Driving is often seen as a symbol of freedom and independence, but for millions of individuals around the world living with disabilities, it can also represent a unique set of challenges and triumphs. Driving with a disability often comes with physical and financial complexities that other drivers don’t face.
- Laketran Travel Training Program provides one-on-one instruction for any individual who would like to learn more about riding Laketran. Laketran’s outreach staff can schedule a time to meet with you in the comfort of your own home or you can schedule an appointment at Laketran. Trainings are available for groups such as classrooms, seniors groups, or youth groups. For more information contact Dale Wiechelman at 440-350-1067 or dwiechelman@laketran.com. You can also download the Laketran’s Travel Training Brochure.
- LCBDD Family Forums LCBDD hosts quarterly meetings on a variety of topics some of which are related to employment and benefits.
- Cleveland Clinic Summer Internships
CYCE offers paid internship programs focused on healthcare careers (clinical, nonclinical and advanced technology) and workforce development.
Employers
Employers:
- 12 Ways Businesses Can Better Serve People with Disabilities Article: “A smart business strives to appeal to as many customers as possible and customers with disabilities love to shop and spend money as much as the next guy. There are over 48.9 million living with a disability in the U.S.”
- Disability Awareness Training with LCBDD – CLICK HERE to request
- OOD Etiquette Disability Training 30 and 60-minute videos and other resources are available on this page.
Training Video Library
Training Video Library:
- Uniquely Abled videos
- SSI and Work Learn more about SSI and work by watching this short video. The video is less than 5 minutes long so you can quickly get the information to keep you moving forward. This is produced for Minnesotans with disabilities, but the major points covered in the video apply nationally. Author: Disability Hub MN; Duration: 5 minutes
- Asking for Accommodations – World of Work