Socorro ISD Offering free Workforce Training Certification Classes for Adult ESL Students

The Socorro Independent School District’s Community Education department will be offering free workforce training certifications classes for adult ESL students.

Adult students who meet eligibility requirements, reside in Texas, and who are at least 18 years of age may be eligible for the vocational certifications and basic skill courses, which include security officer, HVAC technician, computer technician, general office specialist, and building maintenance.

Classes begin Aug. 8 at four SISD campuses and will be from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. Candidates interested in participating must schedule an appointment with the SISD Community Education department at (915) 937-1700 to attend an information session on July 27. Course placement is limited.

All candidates must complete the registration process to be eligible to take a course. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive access to the certification exam.

Courses and course locations:

HVAC and computer technician: El Dorado High School, 12401 Edgemere

Security officer: Socorro High School, 10150 Alameda Ave.

General office specialist: Options High School, 12380 Pine Springs

Building maintenance: Montwood High School, 12000 Montwood Dr.

What:             SISD Community Education is offering free classes to earn workforce certifications

Who:               Adult ESL students, Community Education teachers, faculty, staff

Where:           El Dorado, Options, Socorro and Montwood high schools

When:             Classes begin Aug. 8, 2016 |  Monday through Thursday, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.