Mankato Area ABE News
October, 2016
FastTRAC Recruitment Underway at ABE
ParaProfessional Training Available at ABE
The certification required for Paraprofessionals includes an exam titled "ParaPro."
A free ParaPro preparation course will be offered at Mankato Area ABE this fall. The class will be held at the LIncoln Community Center on Fridays from 8:30 am-12:30 pm beginning October 28. To register, call (507) 345-5222.
The ABE class will prepare participants for the career by exploring the job industry, brushing up basic skills, practicing the exam questions and proctoring the exams to those who are ready. Mock interviews are held with prospective employers.
The Mankato District is currently short 30 paraprofessionals at this time. Starting pay is $10.86 per hour.
ServSafe Food Handler Classes a Success
The ServSafe Food Handler Program is a complete solution that delivers consistent food safety training to employees.
The program covers five key areas:
- Basic Food Safety
- Personal Hygiene
- Cross-contamination & Allergens
- Time & Temperature
- Cleaning & Sanitation.
Mankato ABE offers ServSafe Food Handler classes periodically throughout the school year. The current class has 12 participants and is underway at this time. The next class begins in January, 2017.
The Food Service industry currently has the largest number of job openings in Minnesota.
For further information on ServSafe Food Handler and other certifications, visit www.servsafe.com
North Mankato Taylor Library to offer ABE Digital Literacy Classes
Mankato ABE is now offering Northstar Digital Literacy (basic computer - see video below) training at North Mankato Taylor Library on Wednesday evenings. Soon to come are Job Search and Resume classes offered by the Workforce Center (at the Library). Flyers are available here. Potential participants can take the assessments right now by visiting https://www.digitalliteracyassessment.org/
ABE Provides 3 Options for Adult High School Completion
It is important to note that GED testing is FREE for a limited time. Call to learn more.
Mankato Area Adult Basic Education
ABE provides educational opportunities for adults age 17 and older. You may qualify even if you already have a high school diploma. To enroll, please call us or email us at:
Lincoln Community Center
110 Fulton Street, Suite 252
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 345-5222
New Ulm Workforce Center Building
1618 S Broadway Street
New Ulm, MN 56058
(507) 779-5827
Email: abe@isd77.org
Website: www.mankatocer.com
Location: Lincoln Community Center, 110 Fulton Street, Suite 252 Mankato, MN, United States
Phone: (507) 345-5222