Local Resources in Wisconsin

Larry Collins, Clinic Manager of the Sargeant Internal Medicine Clinic at the Medical College of Wisconsin, used to be a medical assistant and now manages them. He says there are too many medical assistants and not enough jobs and gives some advice on how to distinguish yourself as a medical assistant.

METRO is Milwaukee’s premiere Information Technology education and training organization. METRO consists of Milwaukee area Information Technology trainers, managers, coordinators and training vendors.

Kaplan College provides an education that makes sense for people in today's working world. We understand that the education you seek must have relevance to your daily life. That is why Kaplan College is market-driven, offering programs in areas of study that best serve local employment needs. At Kaplan College, you can gain the career training, skill development, and professional knowledge that will help you stand out to employers.

Interested in becoming a CNA? Medical Assets Academy, in a brand new Pewaukee location, is offering CNA and CPR training classes at flexible times. Find out more about how to advance your career in the healthcare industry.

WFIC, in collaboration with nearly 40 insurance organizations and through support of the 20 private colleges in the state, have formed a unique partnership known as Think Insurance. We provide unique programs that allow students to become engaged in what the insurance industry has to offer a young college student or recent graduate. Many students who have participated in at least one of our program efforts are now successfully employed within this great industry.

The 2009 WI State SHRM Conference is just weeks away and it's time to make sure you're prepared. Brian Weis shares his excitement with this year's big event.

Shannon Jefferson, with Gibraltar Industries, Inc, loves being a member of the MMAC. Here she talks about the different ways her membership has helped her as a small business owner.

The Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC) is a 148-year-old private, not-for-profit organization representing 1800 member businesses, representing 300,000 employees in Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington and Ozaukee counties. Driven by the needs and aspirations of our members, we are committed to bringing resources and solutions as a community partner to increase the economic vitality of the metro Milwaukee community.

The Mid-America Council of the Institute of Management Accountants and the Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants are presenting an Entrepreneurship Conference on October 22-23, 2009. The event will be held at Carroll College and more information can be found at the event website.

Employers expect to see job-seekers' resumes in specific formats or styles. Yolanda White explains the strategy behind a chronological resume, functional resume, or a combination of both.

Milwaukee JobCamp hosts events for Milwaukee area residents looking to overhaul, start, change or just improve their careers.

Earn & Learn is the City's program to assist young people make a successful transition to adulthood by providing opportunities to develop work-readiness skills while they earn wages working in government, community- and faith-based organizations and private sector businesses.

Brian Weis details the trajectory of the ever-important industry of administrative/clerical. Find out about the types of careers, the average salary in Wisconsin, and the kind of skills you should have to be successful in the industry.

Brian Weis explains the popular industry of customer service. Find out about the types of customer service careers the average salary in Wisconsin, and the kind of skills you should have to be successful in the industry.

The 2008 Wisconsin SHRM State Conference kicks off this October 15-17th at the KI Convention Center in Green Bay. Green Bay will be alive with activity as 1,000 HR professionals gather for this unique and exciting learning environment.

Another year, another great state SHRM Conference in 2009. With keynote speaker Phil Keoghan, the host of the 5 time emmy winner, The Amazing Race, a variety of great programming, and countless networking opportunities, this year's conference is surely a can't miss event.

On Wednesday, July 29th, the High-Tech Institure will be hosting a community resource and job fair. Come and take part in talking to employers, a blood Drive, healthcare screenings, a silent auction, acupuncture, chair massages, and more!

The 20th Annual National Conference will be located in Milwaukee at the Downtown Hyatt with an employer leadership forum on July 1st with a keynote from Martha Artiles from Manpower's diversity office.

On Thursday, July 9th, from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m., employers and job seekers will come together at the conference center at Potawatomi Casino in Milwaukee to try a new kind of job networking event, a Milwaukee JobCamp.

The QPS Employment Expo is being held in response to the challenging economic times being felt in our local community. Join us to gain information from local businesses, polish your job skills, or even find a new job on Friday, June 5th from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Tommy Thompson Youth Center @ State Fair Park.

Founded in 1901, MRA is a not-for-profit employers association whose sole goal is to help your business succeed. We partner with over 4,000 employers and are, in fact, the largest employers association in the Midwest. Our 150 HR and business professionals are poised to help you cultivate engaged, productive employees, and create a strong organizational infrastructure.

With more than 60,000 members in over 250 chapters worldwide, the IMA is the world's largest organization of management accountants and financial managers. Watch as Stephen Shepard, Director of Member Services, illustrates the functions and benefits of being part of such a great professional organization.

Find out more about how MRA can greatly help your company's business strategy.

Does the wonderful world of sales interest you? If so, find out more about the prospects of sales jobs in Wisconsin, salary ranges, and how to find yourself a great career in sales.

Choosing the right career path can be confusing, but the School of Continuing Education's Career Transition Center (CTC) is providing Milwaukee's workforce clarity during a time of economic uncertainty.