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Ongoing event series that connects students with career pathways. Emphasis on workshops, hands-on engagement. Topics vary by event, see upcoming events online.

Offers both classroom and online certifications as well as continuing education classes to prepare students for home care aide certification and state test.

Free career/job readiness workshops on topics including resumes, job finding, interviewing, and more. Call, visit site, or come in-person to learn about upcoming workshops.

Free customized job search coaching, and career planning and training services that help individuals find a job or advance in their careers. Services include coaching, career planning, high school diploma/GED support, occupational classroom training, and workforce preparation activities.

Assists federally funded Basic Food (SNAP) participants gain skills and training, such as writing cover letters and resumes, and prepare for interviews to increase their ability to attain a living wage career.

Lowers barriers to employment in Bellingham by providing paid, on-site job training to economically disadvantaged members of our community.

Financial assistance for eligible workers to pay for tuition, books, and other related items. Includes case management with retraining staff to help understand what paperwork is need, coordinate financial aid, navigate unemployment, and participate in job prep.

Develop career readiness and skills to attain and be successful at a living-wage career

A computer lab open at specific times for community members and Goodwill students to search for jobs, do homework, and practice computer skills.

Works with Whatcom County businesses to provide employment services to people with disabilities in our community. Services include help with getting and keeping a job, job coaching and on-site support, goal setting and career consulting, resume writing and interviewing skills practice, and empowerment and advocacy.

Provides career services to people who are Blind, Deaf-Blind, or Low Vision and need the skills to get, keep or get promoted in a job

SAMHSA's practitioner training offers tools, training, and technical assistance to practitioners in the fields of mental health and substance use disorders.

Offers free one-to-one tutoring services for adult English language learners. Services include support for English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills; GED (General Educational Development) test preparation; and basic computer skills.

Library-created learning resources for both parents and educators to help children become their best selves. Resources include Early Literacy Kits, Preschool Theme Kits, Baby Boxes, People of the Salish Sea Curriculum Kits, homeschooling resources, and more. Additionally, call your local branch to schedule a school visit to the library, or to request a library visit to your school.

Need help with technology questions or with using the Library’s electronic resources? Help is available by phone, by email, in person, or with one-on-one assistance during a Tech Basics Coaching session. Coaching sessions take place every Wednesday afternoon at the Central Library. Check the event calendar for upcoming sessions, and call to register.

Offers free one-to-one tutoring services for adults who wish to improve their literacy skills. Services include support for basic reading and writing skills, GED (General Educational Development) test preparation, and basic computer skills.

Trained peer college and training pathway mentors who understand school and financial aid applications and help classmates complete financial aid.

Library-created learning resources for both parents and educators to help children become their best selves. Resources include Early Literacy Kits, Preschool Theme Kits, Baby Boxes, People of the Salish Sea Curriculum Kits, homeschooling resources, and more. Additionally, call your local branch to schedule a school visit to the library, or to request a library visit to your school.

Library-created learning resources for both parents and educators to help children become their best selves. Resources include Early Literacy Kits, Preschool Theme Kits, Baby Boxes, People of the Salish Sea Curriculum Kits, homeschooling resources, and more. Additionally, call your local branch to schedule a school visit to the library, or to request a library visit to your school.

Library-created learning resources for both parents and educators to help children become their best selves. Resources include Early Literacy Kits, Preschool Theme Kits, Baby Boxes, People of the Salish Sea Curriculum Kits, homeschooling resources, and more. Additionally, call your local branch to schedule a school visit to the library, or to request a library visit to your school.

Library-created learning resources for both parents and educators to help children become their best selves. Resources include Early Literacy Kits, Preschool Theme Kits, Baby Boxes, People of the Salish Sea Curriculum Kits, homeschooling resources, and more. Additionally, call your local branch to schedule a school visit to the library, or to request a library visit to your school.

In conjunction with Washington State Library, WCLS patrons can access practices courses, practice exams, and certification exams for several technical and specialist certifications. Currently offered certifications include IT professional credentials, CISCO, Intuit/Quickbooks, Microsoft, and more.

Library-created learning resources for both parents and educators to help children become their best selves. Resources include Early Literacy Kits, Preschool Theme Kits, Baby Boxes, People of the Salish Sea Curriculum Kits, homeschooling resources, and more. Additionally, call your local branch to schedule a school visit to the library, or to request a library visit to your school.

Pre-college educational courses to help people complete their high school education, obtain their GED, learn English, or otherwise prepare to transition to college level courses.

Variety of non-credit personal enrichment and professional development classes, workshops, and certificates. Class availability varies seasonally, check online for current offerings.