2. First, we fully integrate Job Skills and English in our curricula and training…
3. And we also address the other issues that can hinder learning…
4. Issues of acculturation that can hinder hiring success … Acculturation: • Dress • Pronunciation & Slang • Attendance & Punctuality • Body Language • Small Talk • Following Directions • Team Work • Responsibility • Service • Trust • Mood Management • Interviewing • etc., etc.
5. And personal issues that other programs ignore… Individual Situation: • Attitude & Motivation • History of Dependency • Repressive and/or Violent Relationships • Racism • Kids - day care, schools, problems… • Drugs & Addiction • Depression, PTSD, Mental Illness • Health & Nutrition • Housing • Transportation • Immigration Issues • Finances - Poverty • etc., etc.