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Build the people skills employers look for most
This course is designed for teenagers and young adults who are already working, or are ready to work, and want to earn more, get better hours, and build a career. The Durable Skills for Workplace Excellence Certificate gives you the skills you need to communicate clearly, work in a team, handle hard moments at work, and do your job well.
The facilitated course combines self-paced online lessons with live virtual workshops and focuses on skills like communication, professionalism, emotional intelligence, teamwork, and productivity. These skills apply in nearly any career. You will finish lessons, take on workplace challenges, and practice real skills. These activities will help you succeed at work for the long term.
Course Details
| Course Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Available Formats | Self-Paced or Facilitated |
| Course Start Date | Ongoing/Open Enrollment |
| Duration | 1 Month |
| Workshops | Included with Facilitated Format Only |
| Course Fee | $25 for both facilitated and selfpaced |
| Certificate | Certificate of Completion |
| Who Should Enroll | Ages 15–25, Early-Career Employees, Workforce Participants |
Why Durable Skills Matter
Most workplaces do not teach you what it takes to get ahead. This course gives you those skills, so you can earn more and qualify for the shifts and roles you want. Today's employers want more than technical skills; they want workers who communicate clearly, get along with others, solve problems, take responsibility, and adapt to change.
Research shows that durable skills, also called soft skills or professional skills, are linked to higher wages, better working hours, and more opportunities at work. As workplaces change with new technology and remote work, these skills are worth even more.
This course helps you build those basic workplace skills through hands-on learning and real-world practice.
FAQ's about the Course
Still have questions? Browse our frequently asked questions below to learn more about course formats, technology requirements, certificates, and enrollment.
This course is designed for teenagers and young adults who are already working, or are looking for work, and want to earn more, get better hours, and grow in their careers. If you are ready to stand out at work, this is the right place to start. Yes. Participants may choose between two formats: Self-Paced Format: Complete all course modules independently on your own schedule. Facilitated Format: Complete the online modules while also participating in scheduled live virtual workshops. Both formats lead to a Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the course. Yes. If you complete the course, you will earn a certificate of completion. This certificate shows employers you have the workplace skills they are looking for. Yes. Durable skills apply across healthcare, construction, customer service, retail, office environments, remote work, and nearly every professional setting. You will need: