To make a satisfying career decision, you must first know yourself well. The Career Development Center offers workshops to help you on your path to self-discovery.
Explore the workshops we offer
First Impressions Workshop
Fall | Date and Time TBA | RC 101 C&D
Enjoy a fine dining experience while learning proper business and dining skills and protocol. Give yourself an edge in business and social interactions. Boost your confidence, polish your networking skills and build your professional brand. Students and employees are welcome.
A certified etiquette coach will teach you how to:
- Properly introduce yourself | RSVP fo
- Strike up a conversation
- Conduct business over meals
Student registration: $20 (students may bring one guest for an additional $20)
Faculty and staff registration: $30
Business attire is recommended.
For more information or to notify us of specific dietary needs, contact Carol Gard at 913-469-8500, ext. 3635.
Discover Your CliftonStrengths Workshop
Summer 2023
- Mon. June 12 1-3 p.m. (In person) | RSVP for June 12
- Wed. June 28 6-8 p.m. (In person) | RSVP for June 28
- Tues. July 11 10 a.m.-noon (In person) | RSVP for July 11
- Thu. July 27 6-8 p.m. (Virtual) | RSVP for July 27
Your natural strengths represent the very best of you and are your greatest opportunities for success in college, career and personal life.
If you are currently enrolled in credit classes at JCCC, you can take the CliftonStrengths Workshop for free. After you complete the CliftonStrengths workshop, you can follow up with CliftonStrengths for Students
Interviewing for Healthcare Programs Virtual Workshop
Are you interviewing for a selective admissions healthcare program? Attend one of our interactive workshops to brush up on your interviewing skills. All sessions are conducted via Zoom.
You’ll explore the following:
- Preparing for your interview
- Making a positive first impression
- Answering commonly asked interview questions
- Learning about proper interview attire, body language and etiquette
Choices Workshop
Summer 2023
- Thu. June 8 1-3 p.m. (In person) | RSVP for June 8
- Tue. June 20 6-8 p.m. (In person) | RSVP for June 20
- Wed. July 5 10-noon (In person) | RSVP for July 5
- Mon. July 17 6-8 p.m. (Virtual) | RSVP for July 17
This free workshop guides you through the beginning stages of the career decision-making process. During this workshop, you will discover more about yourself. Workshops are offered during the fall and spring semesters.
- Explore the beginning stages of the career decision-making process
- Better understand how your interests, personality and values can guide you to your college major and career
- Learn about resources you can use to research the careers that interest you
Location: Student Center, Second Floor, Room 252
Call to make an appointment: 913-469-3870
Appointments are encouraged, but not required.
Hours:
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday — 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Thursday — 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Friday — 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Connect on online chat — available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Friday: