Skills Training Career Development DRAFT

Just an example:

• Step 1: Set a Clear Goal

   Define a specific career objective (role, wage, timeline).

   

• Step 2: Audit Your Current State
  •  Inventory existing skills, credentials, and accomplishments.
  •  Translate experience into employer‑relevant language.
• Step 3: Identify Skills Gaps
  • Compare current skills to target‑role requirements.
  •  Prioritize missing technical and soft skills.
• Step 4: Plan Upskilling

  • Select short‑term courses, certificates, or credentials aligned to gaps.

  • Outline sequence and timeline for completion.

• Step 5: Secure Funding & Resources

  • Pursue grants, employer tuition assistance, GI Bill®, or scholarships.

• Step 6: Develop a Professional Brand

  • Upgrade résumé and LinkedIn with targeted keywords and quantified results.

  • Build a portfolio or project proof‑of‑skill.

• Step 7: Expand Professional Networks

  • Attend industry events, info sessions, or employer panels.

  • Leverage LinkedIn and informational interviews.

• Step 8: Execute a Job Search Strategy

  • Set weekly application/interview targets.

  • Practice STAR stories and salary negotiation.

• Step 9: Measure Progress and Make Adjustments

  • Track KPIs (course completion, interviews, offers, on‑the‑job impact).

  • Hold regular check‑ins with coach/mentor.

• Step 10: Leverage Support Systems

   Engage career coaches, mentors, or peer cohorts for guidance and motivation.