Amanda seems shy when you first meet her. However, it doesn’t take long before you can see that she is a definite people person. Compassionate, understanding, and supremely motivated – she is now putting these gifts and many new skills to work in her administrative career. Like so many of our friends and neighbors in … See details
Jamie came to FSC looking for some support building up her employable skills, and ultimately to help her reach her goals of working in an office or as a teacher. Since enrolling in W-2 and FSET, Jamie has been able to get support with childcare, transportation, and things like her resume and interviewing. These programs, along with the … See details
Adriana wanted to be a professional – somebody knowledgeable, respectable, and helpful. The thing is, her only real experience was working in cleaning jobs. As a recent graduate from our Call Center Professionals course, however, Adriana’s earned the foothold she needs to pursue her passions. Every week, Adriana learned something new, and each topic was … See details
Congratulations to Vanessa, who recently started her new job! After five years as a stay-at-home mom, getting back into the workplace was like entering a new world. For Vanessa’s family, though, it also means entering a new phase of life. “Before having children, I was successful in the workplace and had a bit of college … See details
“I love helping people out and always want to be there to help others through their rough times in life,” Michele tells us. Unfortunately, “because of this drive to help others, I let myself fall by the wayside until I was so empty that I did not even recognize myself anymore!” she exclaims. One year … See details
Chelsea came from the big city, where she did well as a cellist. It was exciting work, but not always steady. After moving, however, she wasn’t sure that employers would consider her in a completely different field – like, industrial different. Since joining FSET, employers aren’t the only ones taking her seriously, though – she … See details
“I am a single mother and did not want to depend on the system to support my family,” says April. Two years ago, she was striving for financial independence. She had earned an entry-level CNC machinist certification through Moraine Park Technical College, but she described herself as “financially terrified” while attending class full-time and completing … See details
This time last year, Shannon never would have expected to see herself enjoying a job in manufacturing. She’d always been in health care, so she never even considered manufacturing a possibility. When Covid forced her to reconsider her options, however, Shannon came to FSC and learned how valuable her talents were across the board. “She … See details
