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Offers transfer degrees, professional-technical training programs, as well as basic education, job skills, and Community & Continuing Education classes.
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Education
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GED/High-School Equivalency
A computer lab open at specific times for community members and Goodwill students to search for jobs, do homework, and practice computer skills.
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Employment
Education
Computer or Internet Access
Skills & Training
Work
Help Find Work
Adults
Classes for adults to work together to study reading, writing, and speaking in English. Classes include Talk Time (practicing English conversation), preparing for the GED (General Education Diploma), citizenship test preparation, learning and improving basic computer skills, and open computer lab for learning how to use online educational resources. Find the current class schedule online.
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Basic Literacy
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Computer or Internet Access
Computer Class
Citizenship & Immigration
Limited English
Immigrants
Adults
Education
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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.
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Skills & Training
Specialized Training
GED/High-School Equivalency
Job Placement
Work
Help Find Work
Employment
Native English speakers can cultivate new language skills through conversational Spanish classes.
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Language
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Foreign Languages
Students gain knowledge needed for word processing, data entry, resume writing, internet job and information searches.
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Education
Computer or Internet Access
Resume Development
Computer Class
Skills & Training
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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.
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Community Support Services
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Computer or Internet Access
Computer Class
Offers both classroom and online certifications as well as continuing education classes to prepare students for home care aide certification and state test.
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Care
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Caregivers
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Skills & Training
Specialized Training
College and training pathway mentors who help understand school and financial aid applications.
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Financial Aid & Loans
Help Pay for School
Help Find School
Help Fill out Forms
Navigating the System
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Education
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.
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Help Find Work
Resume Development
Employment
Work
Interview Training
Skills & Training
Education
Bellingham Public Library subscribes to online tools that help you to learn new skills using self-paced lessons. Tools include LinkedIN Learning for Library (self-paced courses on a wide variety of topics), Mango Languages (tools to learn 70+ languages, including courses for ESL learners), and Northstar Digital Literacy (everyday computer skills).
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Foreign Languages
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Computer Class
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Education
Community Support Services
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.
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Limited English
Tutoring
GED/High-School Equivalency
Education
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Adults
Computer Class
Basic Literacy
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Lowers barriers to employment in Bellingham by providing paid, on-site job training to economically disadvantaged members of our community.
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Job Placement
Work
Skills & Training
Employment
Specialized Training
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.
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Interview Training
Help Find Work
Work
Job Placement
Resume Development
Skills & Training
Mentoring
Adults
Disability
Developmental Disability
Ongoing event series that connects students with career pathways. Emphasis on workshops, hands-on engagement. Topics vary by event, see upcoming events online.
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Daily Life Skills
Skills & Training
General Education Diploma graduates will find themselves better qualified for employment advancements.
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GED/High-School Equivalency
Education
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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.
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Community Support Services
More Education
Computer or Internet Access
Computer Class
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.
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Tutoring
Adults
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Education
GED/High-School Equivalency
Computer Class
Basic Literacy