Encore Institute
Lifework that matters for the next stage of your adult life.
Holistic, community-based, career-focused
Anoka-Ramsey Community College's Encore Institute guides adults in finding meaningful, purposeful lifework for the next stage of their lives.
The Encore Institute provides five "tools" to meet the needs of individuals, businesses and organizations:
(click on links below to get learn more details about each tool)
Tool 1 - Classes
- Passion, Purpose and a Paycheck!
- We're All in this Together! Boomers, X's & Y's
Tool 2 - Workshops
- Compelling Resumes and Confident, Capable You
- Finding Purpose Work
- Yes, Boomers That's You!
Tool 3 - Individual Advising
A certified Career Development Facilitator is available for one-on-one career planning and coaching. To learn more, call Stephen Jones at 763-433-1683.
Tool 4 - Direct Connections to Anoka-Ramsey Community College
Anoka-Ramsey staff is available to assist with information and access to the many certification, degree and skill building courses of Anka-Ramsey and all partner Minnesota State Colleges & Universities.
Tool 5 - Customized Career Development programs for businesses and organizations
Any aspect of the career development process can be customized to meet the needs of your business or organization. To learn more and discuss these options, call Stephen Jones at 463-433-1683.
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What's new!
Retirement Planning Today
This course blends financial education with life planning to help you build wealth, align your money with your values and achieve your retirement lifestyle goals. Learn what they didn't teach you in school. Discover five strategies to manage investment risks, 11 ways you can save money on this year's taxes, important questions to ask before buying insurance coverage, how to invest in and take money out of your company's retirement plan and how to determine the savings you need to retire today or in the future.
Beyond Luck and Start Pedaling
Your career is like riding a bicycle - you do not fall off unless you stop pedaling. Lost your job? Learn to recognize the stages of grief. The class will provide you with strategies on taking time to heal from the job loss and help you navigate career transitions with confidence. You will understand work styles and identify career needs and goals. |