Vocational Training Programs
Friendship Circle’s Vocational Training Program prepares adults with special needs for meaningful, sustainable employment through hands-on training, skill-building, and confidence development.
We are seeking partnerships with local businesses that believe in inclusive workplaces and want to make a real impact in the community by serving as a Job Training Site, employing a program graduate, or doing both.
Together, we can build pathways to independence, connection, and a stronger workforce for everyone.
What We Teach in Our Vocational Program
Our vocational curriculum builds more than job skills. It builds confidence, independence, and readiness for the real world. Each trainee develops the aptitude needed to succeed in a professional workplace.
- Reliability & Professionalism: Punctuality, preparedness, consistency, and appropriate workplace conduct.
- Task Completion: Following directions, learning new tasks, and meeting expectations.
- Attention to Quality: Accuracy, consistency, care, and pride in work.
- Workplace Communication: Sharing needs, updates, questions, or concerns appropriately.
- Team Collaboration: Working respectfully with peers and understanding workplace roles.
- Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Adjusting to change, navigating challenges, and asking for help when needed.
- Time Management & Organization: Prioritizing responsibilities, staying focused, and transitioning between tasks.
- Independence & Initiative: Starting tasks independently and self-advocating for support.
- Emotional Regulation & Conduct: Maintaining self-control and demonstrating safe, appropriate behavior.
- Customer & Community Interaction: Engaging professionally with customers, visitors, and team members.