PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

“Soft skills are needed no matter what. I think this is a unique opportunity for this area and for the students. ”
— Tawanna Reels, Site Leader, Pfizer
At the 4C Academy, students attend a weekly class to study professional and soft skills.One of our most impactful events is our annual Shake-It-Up hand shake competition. Students learn to greet, shake hands and carry a conversation with our panel o…

At the 4C Academy, students attend a weekly class to study professional and soft skills.

One of our most impactful events is our annual Shake-It-Up hand shake competition. Students learn to greet, shake hands and carry a conversation with our panel of judges.

“I do believe that the 4C Academy and the skills they are teaching their students will help us reduce the amount of time it takes us to train new employees with their general skills as well as their job specific skills. 4C is making a difference now!

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— -Werhner Washington, Plant Manager, Procter & Gamble
 

Professional Skills class

Work Ethic
-The importance of work ethic
-Respect in the workplace
-Accountability/Dependability/Punctuality

Communication
-Interpersonal communication
-Conflict resolution techniques
-Situational appropriateness

Critical Thinking/Problem Solving
-Prioritization
-Effective multi-tasking
-Logical decision-making

Teamwork
-Successfully working in teams
-Collaboration
-People skills and relationship building

Interview Skills & Work Readiness
-Resume development
-Interviewing skills
-Business etiquette

 
 

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