Job Skills Training in Washington, DC

Very few of us graduate from school with a clear idea of what we want our careers to look like. Even when we think we know what we want, there are all sorts of obstacles to landing the right job. And worst of all, when we’ve finally gotten that job that we think will make us happy, it doesn’t. This leads to dissatisfaction and under-performance…and...

You're ready for a new job. You know what you want to do next, but you need help getting there. You've been doing informational interviews and sending out your resume, but it doesn't seem to be working. There's a better process for landing a new job, and we'd love to help you use it! ​The Job Search Accelerator is a full day workshop that will...

Hillyer welcomes ArtTable DC for the first program in a series of professional development programs this Spring! Have you considered leaving your organization to try your hand at consulting? Does the appeal of flexible hours and choice of projects sound appealing? What are the risks with striking out on one’s own? What are the benefits? This panel...

Getting ahead is all about who you know. But if you're one of those people who cringes at the thought of "networking," you're not alone. It's transactional and often ineffective. Forget networking; it's all about building authentic relationships! In this workshop, we'll teach you how to effectively connect with people you want to meet and build authentic...

Full course title: Career Test Drive: Using Design Thinking to Test a New Career Path "Career Test Drives" are a unique experience that Mission Collaborative has designed to help you explore new industries, organizations and roles. In just two hours, you will have the opportunity to work on a real-world project presented by a DC business or non-profit....

There's no getting around it... resumes suck. They're one-dimensional and outdated. But you still need a great resume to cut through the noise and get yourself to the top of an employer's list. In this workshop, we'll help you design a resume that gets noticed and makes you memorable. A resume that can withstand the ruthless sorting of a resume screening...

It's becoming easier than ever to start your own business and work for yourself. But the idea of giving up a steady paycheck, retirement benefits, and health insurance can be daunting. The good news is that most successful freelancers and entrepreneurs don't just up and quit one day. They take their time to build a foundation for their business and...

Social media is an essential part of marketing and growing your brand. Join us as we explore this digital marketing landscape and discover your social media potential. This workshop will provide an in-depth overview into the 4-5 major social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Youtube). We will look at use cases from non-profits,...

This prep course provides an overview of the ISSP standards, sustainability terms, and job skills expected of sustainability practitioners. ISSP Sustainability Associate (ISSP-SA) is the first global credential for defining and explaining key topics related to sustainability and corporate social responsibility. ISSP Certification strengthens the...

The emergence of large data sets presents new opportunities and challenges to organizations of all sizes. In this Hadoop architecture and administration training course, you gain the skills to install, configure, and manage the Apache Hadoop platform and its associated ecosystem, and build a Hadoop solution that satisfies your business requirements....

Essential communication how-to’s for leaders  Program Description: There are only a handful of leadership musts so critical they can make or break your career: Communication skills rank top on the list! But communicating effectively and motivating employees is a tough job—and one that takes practice and finesse. Each person (including you)...