Women's Programs and Workfirst Services offered at Highline College

2400 South 240th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198

West of Pacific Hwy S and northwest of Midway Towne Center. Call King County Metro at (206) 553-3000 or visit http://tripplanner.kingcounty.gov/ for public transit information.

Focus is on people entering college or the work force, or going through other transitions.
M-Th 8am-5pm F, 8am-2pm.

Call or visit in person.

No charge for most services. Low-cost fees for some workshops and special events.

King, WA

Description

Provides counseling, academic advising, job search assistance, support groups, an evening lecture series, and classes and workshops on a variety of topics, including job search, career choice, self-esteem, assertiveness, and women in transition. Offers low-cost introductory computer classes and resource referrals, an annual Women's Celebration, a multicultural International Women's Day event each March, and domestic violence awareness each October.    Offers WorkFirst Tuition Assistance Program for low-income working parents with books and tuition for classes that will help them advance in the workplace. Additionally offers Families that Work, which combines Basic Skills, GED Preparation, and English as a Second Language classes with computer experience, job search preparation and family management support. Additional support services are available to new moms.   Job Connections, an employment opportunities network, is free and open to everyone.

Providing organization

Highline College

Provides comprehensive post-secondary and continuing education programs and educational advising.