Learning Center Agency Services Catalog

A. Introduction
B. Benefits of our Services
C. What is Vocational Assesment
C.Vocational Assessment Services
D.Training Tutorials
E.Workshops
F.Video Classes


Section A. Introduction

In response to the needs of the community, the Mendocino Private Industry Council, Inc. (MPIC, Inc.) offers an assessment and training facility which focuses on individual job seekers and the agency as our customer.

MPIC, Inc. develops the individual job seeker's skills that can lead to economic independence by starting the individual on a productive career path. Our employment and training programs operate on performance-based outcomes. Mpic, Inc. employs continuous improvement methods by benchmarking successful, quality programs.

Business services include Assessment and Training packages available for individual and groups on a fee-for-service basis. Our training includes a complete area of service, and other classes can be developed upon request. The time frames listed in this catalog are based on an average. Condensed or expanded class time may be developed at your request and tailored to meet specific goals.



Section B. Benefits of our Customized Services

Aptitude testing allows an employer to gain valuable performance related information about a potential new hire. This assessment will match a person's aptitude, interest area and work temperaments to the occupation he or she is applying for, based on certain criteria. These criteria are specific to each individual occupation and allow an employer to evaluate a variety of information when considering a new hire.

Listed here are some ways employers can take advantage of these services:



Section C. What is Vocational Assessment

The purpose of Vocational Assessment is to help an individual select appropriate and realistic occupational goals, and to identify skills. By assessing a person's basic skills, occupational interests & aptitudes, work attitudes, temperaments and other data, the compiled information can be used to assist the individual in achieving his/her training and employment goals.

The actual Assessment is broken down into sections. Each section is assessed and timed separately, then related scores are combined, giving an "overview" of that area.

State-of-the-art equipment is used to accurately measure various aspects of an individual's manual dexterity, spatial aptitude, and fine motor skills, as well as other areas.

The Manual Dexterity Unit is one of the Assessment tools. An individual is timed on the ability to move the hands skillfully and easily. A high score in this part of the assessment shows mechanical ability, plus the ability to manipulate parts and tools.

The Spatial Aptitude Unit measures the ability to think visually in geometric forms. A high score on this assessment shows an aptitude for the spatial problem-solving involved in such occupations as graphic arts, surveying and drafting.

The Eye-Hand-Foot Coordination Unit measures the ability to coordinate the movement of hands and feet in relation to visual cues. A high score in this area indicates an aptitude for jobs in which such coordination is important: heavy equipment operation, truck driving, and some production operation activities.



Section D. Vocational Assessment Service Packages

Package 1. Achievement Testing

This package helps individuals learn specific things about themselves.Achievement levels are assesed prior to referring an individual for a training program to ensure he or she has the necessary basic skills required to successfully complete the porposed program.

TABE Survey Form/Achievement Test - Test of Adult Basic Education
This battery is designed to measure achievement grade levels in reading, mathematics, and language. The TABE enables you to identify basic skill levels. The TABE Survey Report includes: scaled score, grade level, and a GED battery predictor score (should the individual need to obtain GED certification).

Package 1& 2 together provide an assessment of the individual's current achievement levels and optimal learning environment. They also provide possible identification of remedial plan needs and techniques for increasing the individual's ability to learn new tasks in the proposed training setting. Includes profile report.

COST: 2.5 Hours $40.00/person or $15.00/3 or more (per person) • Includes Profile Report



Package 2. Learning Styles Inventory Assessment

This package helps individuals learn specific things about themselves.Learning styles are assesed prior to referring an individual for a training program to ensure he or she has the necessary basic skills required to successfully complete the porposed program.

CITE Learning Styles Inventory
The Learning Styles Inventory is a tool which evaluates the individual's preferred method of learning. The Learning Styles Inventory is divided into information gathering/receiving, social work conditions and expressiveness preference

This assessment is ideal for determining what type of training will best suit your employees.

Package 1& 2 together provide an assessment of the individual's current achievement levels and optimal learning environment. They also provide possible identification of remedial plan needs and techniques for increasing the individual's ability to learn new tasks in the proposed training setting. Includes profile report.

COST: 1 Hour $25.00/person or $10.00/3 or more (per person) • Includes Profile Report



Package 3. SAGE Vocational Aptitude (and Work Preference) Battery System for Assessment and Group Evaluation

This assessment battery includes examination of a person's: Aptitudes, Vocational Interests, Work Attitudes, and Work Temperaments. These areas are assessed to clarify the individual's strengths and weaknesses while identifying possible career choices.

The SAGE is a standardized, normed referenced vocational battery and is typically a group evaluation process which results in a computerized interpretation report. The aptitudes consist of: Verbal, Numerical, Spatial Perception, Form Perception, Manual Dexterity, Clerical Perception, Color Perception, Motor Coordination, and Eye-Hand-Foot Coordination.

The Vocational Interest Inventory (VII)
This was developed to identify the vocational interest areas of an individual. The VII contains twelve groups of items representing different "Career Interest Areas" that contain many jobs. These categories also give the individual an opportunity to note his or her level of experience in each interest area. The VII is used in conjunction with Vocational Skills Analysis to assist career exploration.

Work Temperaments
Work Temperaments ensure the vocational choice meets an individual's work preferences. The individual's resulting profile is then compared with the Dictionary of Occupational Titles to provide a list of jobs matching that person's assessed strengths, vocational interests and work setting preferences.

Work Attitudes
The Work Attitudes profile examines knowledge of the basic requirements of competitive work, such as being on time and working cooperatively with others.

COST: 4 Hours $80.00/person or $28.00/3 or more (per person)



Package 4. COMBINED ASSESSMENT

Achievement Levels and Vocational Aptitude (and Work Preference) Battery
This Assessment package is ideal for the person who only needs to verify strengths and need areas. It includes the following:

SAGE (C-CAT) Reasoning, Math, and Language Levels (Achievement Levels)
These three activities are designed to identify basic skills needs. This report includes a grade range rather than a specific grade level. This assessment is useful when there is a need to document whether the person has the grade range required for a specific job.

SAGE Vocational Aptitude (and Work Preference) Battery
Includes Vocational Interest Inventory, Work Temperaments, and Work Attitudes.

COST: 6 Hours $120.00/person or $40.00/3 or more (per person)• Includes Profile Report



Package 5. Career Exploration Workshop

This is a six-plus hour service which involves both group and individual activity. The purpose of this activity is to assist the participant in determining realistic vocational choices through the use of additional interest inventories; instruction assistance using various occupational resources, and by familiarizing the participant with labor market information concerning vocational choices, including the potential for employment, wages, training requirements, and training providers.

COST: 6 Hours $85.00/person or $28.00/3 or more (per person)



Package 6. Comprehensive Assessment Package SAGE, TABE, Cite Learning Styles, and Career Exploration Workshop

This comprehensive assessment includes: All assessment tools included in the Combined Assessment package plus: achievements testing and a profile, complete SAGE Assessment, Cite Learning Styles assessment and diagnostics, Vocational Interest Inventory (VII), Work Attitudes, Work Temperaments, and the Career Exploraion Workshop.

COST: 12+ Hours $195.00/person or $95.00/3 or more (per person)• Includes Profile Report & Job Comarisons



Section E. Training Tutorials

COMPUTER TUTORIALS

A Self-Paced, Self-Taught, (with help) tutorial lab. The Learning Center is capable of taking an individual from learning mouse operations to composing business letters and designing spreadsheets, using Popular PC Office Programs. Our tutorial programs are interactive in nature and involve visual, hands-on, and visual/auditory/hands-on activities.

Learn basic skills or upgrade your skills in Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Office 2003 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access), and basic educational skills.

COST: 4 hour block • $35.00 may includes Pre/Post Testing on Microsoft XP, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Typing, and 10 Key

(COST: 4 hour block • Typing/10 key Tutorials $10.00)



COMPUTER PROGRAMS

Pre.Valuate
A testing program to evaluate skill level in MS Word 2003, MS Excel 2003, and MS PowerPoint 2003, and Typing.

Introduction to Computers
A video which introduces basic computer concepts and terms.

Video Professor
An interactive program on the computer to learn MS Windows XP and the MS Office 2003 programs. Comprised of 3 lessons each in MS Windows XP, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Access.

DDC Workbooks
A workbook for students that leads them step by step through the Microsoft Office 2003 programs (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Access). The student learns as they complete each lesson, from the basic to advanced features.

Intuit QuickBooks Pro 2006
A workbook for students that teaches them the most widely used accounting program in use today. A step-by-step workbook is utilized to set up a sample company’s payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, etc. A basic QuickBooks video is available.

Learning 2000
An educational learning program on the computer for students that need to upgrade their basic skills in Math, Reading, and Writing (Language). (Available in Ukiah, Willits, and Fort Bragg)

TNT Temporaries
A hands on real world tutorial using MS Word. Practice working for a temporary agency, doing tasks as assigned from a workbook. Four modules including a travel agency, law office, hotel, and a law firm.

Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing
A typing and 10 key program to teach you the correct way to type, great for learning to type or upgrade your typing skills.

Typing Certificates
A typing certificate using industry standards is offered at no cost.



Basic Office/Retail Skills

Tutorials designed to teach basic skills for use in an office or retail setting. These tutorials utilize the following tutorials:

Basic Clerical Skills
Teaches basics of a clerical position, filing, telephone answering, mailing, etc. Consists of a video and workbook.

Thank You for Calling
Teaches basic rules of answering a phone, and receptionist skills. Consists of a video and workbook.

How May I Help You
Teaches entry-level customer service, attitude, and tone of voice. Consists of a video and workbook.

The Retail Store
Teaches the basics of Merchandising and working in a retail setting. Consists of a video and workbook.

Telephone Activity Use Pack:
Exercises in taking phone messages utilizing a tape recorder and message pad.

Calculators
Teaches the basics of using a handheld calculator using a calculator and workbook.

Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing
A typing and 10 key program to teach you the correct way to type, great for learning to type or upgrade your typing skills.

COST: $20.00 per tutorial

(COST:4 hour block • Typing/10 key $10.00)



Section F. Workshops



Section G. Video Classes

These video classes are designed to assist employers and middle managers in various activities involving supervisory skills, leadership and motivational techniques.