Workforce Skills, Certificate of Completion

The Workforce Skills Certificate of Completion is designed to equip participants with the critical skills necessary for success in today’s work environments. This practical program focuses on enhancing communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, ensuring that participants are well-prepared to meet the challenges of their professional careers. This program is also ideal for a student needing to return to school to gain employment post graduation if they find themselves unemployed or underemployed. Students will participate in a job, internship, or a volunteer experience to complete this Workforce Skills Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:

  • Effectively communicate, collaborate, and problem-solve in diverse professional environments, utilizing critical thinking and interpersonal skills to enhance teamwork and project outcomes.

Noncredit Certificate of Completion Requirements

Complete one of the following for 51 hours
BUSI 402Business Communication
or BUSI 464 Customer Service
Select one of the following for 17-34 hours:
WORK 495Beyond the Classroom
or WORK 496 Professional and Essential Skills
Complete the following for 26-204 hours
WORK 499Career-Focused Work Experience

Please refer to the program requirements section of the Catalog for information about associate degree requirements and certificate requirements including Information Competency, and General Education requirements.  
 

The model sequence of coursework below is one pathway for students to complete the program. The information below is not an official educational plan. An MPC Counselor can assist you with creating a personalized education plan based on your academic, career, and personal goals. Visit MPC’s Counseling website for more information about Counseling and up-to-date program requirements.

Suggested Course Sequence

Plan of Study Grid
Year 1
FallUnits
BUSI 402
Business Communication
or Customer Service
 
WORK 495
Beyond the Classroom
or Professional and Essential Skills
 
WORK 499 Career-Focused Work Experience  
 Units0
 Total Units0

Ready to Work!MPC “Ready to Work” Career Education programs offer students the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills needed for employment and job advancement.

All students should consult with a Counselor to discuss career pathways, for support with career exploration and planning, and to create a personalized education plan to help them meet their academic, career, and personal goals. Visit MPC’s Counseling website for more information about Counseling services provided by MPC and to connect with a Counselor.

Additional resources are available through MPC’s Career & Transfer Resource Center (CTRC). The CTRC offers career resources, workshops, guidance and referrals. Visit the CTRC for support finding online career information and other resources to explore majors, occupations, and employment information.