OKLAHOMA CITY ( KFOR ) — Goodwill Central Oklahoma was awarded $10,000 in grants from Bank of Oklahoma to help in the purchase of a Mobile Learning Lab, which will serve underserved communities that are in serious need of education and resources towards job training.
The Mobile Learning Lab was revealed during a ribbon cutting by Goodwill Central Oklahoma in July.
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The Lab is furnished with digital technology and a comprehensive training program possible by offering micro credentials in essential skills such as project management, IT, and digital marketing.
Services provided are job readiness, resume assistance, and interview coaching.
“Acquiring the right set of digital skills is not only important for learning and workforce readiness but also vital to foster a more open, inclusive and secure lifestyle,” Goodwill Central Oklahoma Vice President of Community Engagement Melissa Richey said. “These generous grants from Bank of Oklahoma will help us advance the lives of those we serve by preparing them for work, betterment of life and afford them access to a world primarily available through technology.”