
	    
				
				 EMPOWERMENT
                
                This page contains reference materials and other aids to assist you in your job preparation and skills development. Obtaining stable employment and high wages are critical if low-income families are to move out of poverty and achieve self-sufficiency. With many businesses closing and moving to other states, the Northern parishes have limited economic opportunities.
                •  Job Preparation and 
Development Center (JPDC) Brochure  (Click here to view/download)
                •  Entrepreneur Business Training Brochure                  (Click here to view/download)
                 
                 
                
                Classes offered in business development are: 
                
                
                  •	Grant writing
                    •	Entrepreneurship Training
                    •	Registering with SAM and Dun and Brad
                    •	Market Research & Marketing Strategies
                    •	Financial Analysis & Budgeting
                    •	Organizational & Management Skills
                  •	Networking, Advertising & Legal Aspects of Business
                
  Classes offered in Job preparation are: 
  
                
                  •	Computer training 
                    •	Work-readiness classes 
                    •	Resume writing and presentation
                    •	Job Interview Preparedness 
                    •	Internet Applications
                    •	Dressing for Success
                    •	Time Management
                    •	Communication Skills
                    •	Job Placement
                
				
		