Author: Estergard, Nancy

Business and Workforce Development

Enhancing Economic Vitality through a Highly Skilled Workforce

Our mission is to… enhance economic development by providing training aligned with industry needs to develop a skilled workforce and by collaborating with partners to provide business development resources.

Save with Matching Grants and Tax Credits
Job Skills Program
JSP provides funding for training with high unemployment rates ,high levels of poverty, areas with new and growing industries, areas with a low skilled workforce, and those regions impacted by economic changes resulting in large scale job loss. JSP funds half of the training cost and the business matches the remaining half. Training is delivered at the work site or in a classroom.

Customized Training Program
The Washington Customized Training Program was created by the State Legislature to provide training assistance. Training can include: basic education and skills, English language for non-native speakers, technical skills and job-related instruction, skills assessment and evaluation, training equipment/materials/facilities/supplies. Engage in a customized training program with Grays Harbor College, repay costs over 18 months interest-free, and get a state Business and Occupation (B&O) tax credit equal to 50% of the training costs.

Customized Training
Benefits of Working with GHC
We serve Grays Harbor and Pacific County
We are dedicated to helping our local businesses
We work with you to determine the right fit for your specific business needs
We provide training at your site or ours
We are quick, efficient, and cost effective
Your needs—your schedule—your location—your way!

How it works
1. Contact Nancy Estergard (360-538-4012 or nancy.estergard@ghc.edu) to discuss:
a. Training needs
b. Training dates, times and locations
c. Number of trainees and other details
2. GHC locates a qualified instructor.
3. GHC presents a customized training plan for your review.
4. Once you approve the training plan, GHC presents a contract for your final approval.
5. You are billed once training is complete.
It’s that simple!
Nancy Estergard will facilitate the entire process with you. Have a question, just ask!

GHC Business and Workforce Development

Some Training Options

Cash Handling
Communication Skills
Commercial Truck Driving
Conflict Management
Customer Service
Employee Performance
Energy Conservation
Financial Management
First Aid/CPR
Flagger Certification
Forklift Certification
Hospitality
Leadership and Supervision
Microsoft Office Suite
Project Management
Spanish in the Workplace
Stress Management
Time Management
Workplace Relationships

...and many many more!

Business Resource Centers
Grays Harbor College has Business Resource Centers in Grays Harbor and Pacific County. We offer a wide range of support for businesses and entrepreneurs. We can assist with:
Business related resources
Business workshops
Workplace enhancement courses
Online and face-to-face courses
Certificate and degree programs
Access to certified business advisors
Plus a variety of other resources!

Business Resource Centers located on the Aberdeen main campus and at:

Columbia Education Center
208 Advent Ave SE
Illwaco, WA
(360) 642-9433

Riverview Education Center
600 Washington Ave
Raymond, WA
(360) 875-9466

Technical/Corporate Consulting
We can connect you with consulting services for all of your business needs to assist you in achieving your mission and enhancing the vitality of the economy where we all live and work. These consultants are innovative and experienced in all business needs. They can help you with:
Website Development
Database Management
Meeting Facilitation
Project Management
Team Building
Solutions for your business needs!

Online Non-Credit Classes:
Ed2go courses open monthly, cost only $95.00, run six weeks, and certificates are available upon completion.
Some examples are:
Creating a Successful Business Plan
Effective Business Writing
Grant Writing
Performing Payroll in QuickBooks
Professional Sales Skills
Small Business Marketing On a Shoestring
Start Your Own Small Business
Understanding Human Resources
Workers Compensation
See www.ed2go.com/ghc. Additional non-credit courses are available through the GHC continuing education department. See www.ghc.edu/ce for details.

GHC Business and Workforce Development

FOR DETAILS CONTACT
Nancy Estergard, Facilitator
Grays Harbor College
1620 Edward P. Smith Drive
Aberdeen, WA 98520
(360) 538-4012
(360) 538-4299 FAX
nancy.estergard@ghc.edu
www.ghc.edu

Business and Workforce Development

Grays Harbor College partners with the WSU Small Business Development Center, located at the Aberdeen Main Campus. Erik Stewart, Certified Business Advisor, will be available by appointment at all four locations. You can contact Erik at (360) 538-2530.

Customized Training
Business Resource Centers
Technical Consulting
Online Classes
Matching Grants
Tax Credits

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GHC Business and Workforce Development