Big Sandy Visits

Today we traveled to Pikeville and visited with Jim and April. So nice to finally see their workspace. Then we were on to Prestonsburg where we visited Valerie, Sandy G., Sandy C., Anita, Zeth, Brian, and Reva. We applaud the wonderful work you are doing with so many dislocated workers. You are certainly utilizing your GCDF training during these challenging economic times.

GCDF Recertification Updates

The Center for Credentialing and Education (CCE) recently updated their GCDF continuing recertification requirements. The new guidelines are posted on their website at http://www.cce-global.org/extras/cce-global/pdfs/GCDFRecertificationGuide.pdf

On the Road Again...

Just like Willie Nelson, we are on the road again and enjoying every minute of spring 2010 site visits. Yesterday we were at Bell-Whitley to visit and brainstorm with Janet, Shawn, Pam and Sandy. The outside of the Youth building features a beautiful mural their youth painted.

Fall 2010 Training Dates

Hold the following dates for GCDF continuing education.

Class of 2006
August 27-28, 2010

Class of 2007
September 10-11, 2010

Class of 2008
October 22-23, 2010

Class of 2009
November 19-20, 2010

Microsoft Partners With State for Free Online Training

I just learned about the Microsoft Elevate America initiative that will provide 20,250 vouchers for free online training and certification to Kentuckians. The early focus will be on those out of work or needing to retrain. Would love to know if you have been able to use this tool for your clients? Please share your experiences/comments. For more information or to obtain a voucher, go to www.kyelevateamerica.ky.gov.

Spring 2010 Site Visits Confirmed

We are looking forward to spending time with you during our spring visits.

-Bell-Whitley- March 1
-BSCAP in Prestonsburg and Pikeville offices and visiting Reva Kidd at the OET office in -Prestonsburg - March 8
-Johnson County Schools (Jarred Gibson and Melissa Slone) - March 23
-Daniel Boone visit in Manchester offices and Jackson offices - March 30
-NKCAA at all offices on April 13 visit including board meeting in evening
-LKLP visit in Hazard one stop on April 15 and includes visit to Whitesburg
-Harlan CAA- April 19 including visit to Flora Wattenberger’s office
-GCDF visit to Karen Phillips at Harlan County High School - April 19
-Gateway- April 20
-KCEOC visit - April 22

GCDF Fall Newsletter

The latest edition of The GCDF Connection is available now, and it’s loaded with news you can use, including tips and tools you can share with your clients. Just click on the link GCDF Fall 2009 Newsletter to read all about it. Please tell fellow GCDFs who may not have received this issue to e-mail cce@cce-global.org with their updated e-mail address.