ORIENTATION EMERALD COAST Mission To advance the post

ORIENTATION EMERALD COAST

Mission To advance the post service lives of America’s service members, veterans, and military-connected families IVMF Priorities • Deliver impactful, best in class programs and services, informed by research, measurement, and evaluation – Career Preparation and Employment – Entrepreneurship and small business training – Community-based support and care coordination

OUR MISSION IS YOUR CAREER! WE LOOK FORWARD TO WORKING WITH YOU!PLEASE FEEL FREE TO REACH OUT AT ANYTIME VIA PHONE, EMAIL OR TEXT. MEET YOUR EMERALD COAST TEAM: PATRICIA PIAZZA O 2 O Program Manager Tri-Base Jacksonville Florida ppiazza@syr. edu (904) 563 -7980 DAVID ROBISON O 2 O Program Coordinator Emerald Coast Military Community Florida drrobiso@syr. edu (850) 582 -0933

WHAT IS ONWARD TO OPPORTUNITY? A program of the Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University. O 2 O understands the time to train and place military families in jobs is while you’re still serving and not after. Offers a straightforward approach to employment. No-cost training and certification in over 30 top-paying career fields and direct connections to military-friendly employers. Utilizes in-person and online learning options to best fit your needs. Provides connection to Hire Heroes USA, our national career services partner program that provides free, personalized career coaching and job sourcing.

Growth & Scale of Programs Boots To Business Locations TO DATE, MORE THAN 100, 000 transitioning service members, veterans and military family members were served by IVMF programs Virtual Offering Programs

IVMF Portfolio Entrepreneurship and Small Business Career Preparation & Employment Start-Up/Early Stage Community Based Support & Care Coordination Grow Research, Evaluation and Data Analytics Sustain

National Veterans Resource Center (NVRC)

FUNDERS AND PROGRAM PARTNERS (SELECTED) FUNDERS: Key multi-year supporters PROGRAM PARTNERS: Engaged in ongoing projects and initiatives with leading veteran service organizations

O 2 O EMPLOYER PARTNERS

Who is eligible for O 2 O? What are the benefits of O 2 O? ØActive Duty Service Members within 6 months of separation or retirement ØNational Guard and Reserve currently serving in a non-active status ØVeteran (retired or separated) with honourable discharge ØSpouses of any active duty service member, veteran and active duty National Guard or reserve ØOnward to Your Career Training and access to online learning pathways ØDirect connections to 1, 000 national employer partners through Hire Heroes USA ØNetworking opportunities and connections ØOne FREE industry certification exam ØFREE resume assistance, interviewing technique training and interview matching to employers in your industry

O 2 O PARTICIPANT COMMITMENT Commitment � 5 days of classroom instruction as an engaged participant OTYC and Foundations Requirements/Expectations 13 weeks (maximum) of computer-based training � Linked. In Account � Consistent communication with O 2 O & HHUSA � Timely responses to emails, texts, or phone calls Outcome reporting and follow-up Assessment • You will receive a link via email from the IVMF to complete the O 2 O online assessment. Link will expire in 3 days • IVMF Enrollment Services will conduct an assessment review and contact you via email. If you wish to discuss further you may contact them via phone or email

OTYC 3. 0 MODULE SUMMARY & DELIVERY MODEL Core Employability Module Summary Finding your passion and Purpose Thriving vs. Surviving Emotional Intelligence Personal Branding and Networking Corporate Espionage: How to discover company culture Creating Workplace fluidity and a growth mindset Core Career Search Summary 1. Negotiating Your Salary & Understanding a Job Offer 2. Advanced Networking 3. Understanding Linked. In 4. Mock Interviews Sessions 5. Employer Spot Light Event Delivery Format § In-person 5 day training sessions 8: 30 – 4: 30 § Virtual course with simulation and active adult learning models utilized POWERED BY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

The Case for Employability The term “employability” represents a set of skills, understandings, and personal attributes that contribute to shortterm success in a chosen occupation as well as the ability to sustain competitive advantage in the workforce over the span of an individual’s career. 64% Of respondents cite employment as central to their transition 5 35% Leave 1 st postservice job in less than 1 year 5 87% Of HR managers cited retention as critical yet, feel un-equipped to address it 2 89% Of O 2 O participants gained improved employability*

INTEGRATED USER EXPERIENCE Enrollment Services Customized Evaluation & Assessment • • • Identify individual’s personal and professional goals and career pursuits • Make customized recommendations Receive and address all IVMF P&S inquiries Assessment Review • Application Review Advising Services Employment Services Individualized Support & Coaching Proactively support and guide both virtual and installation learners oneon-one Build rapport and meaningful connections, establishing trust and confidence Design additional resources for learner success Hire Heroes USA • • • Provide O 2 O learners • with an assigned Transition Specialist Teach and reinforce • vital job search skills and competencies Connect O 2 O learners • with employer partners seeking to hire Alumni Services Continuation of Benefits & Resources Access to alumnifocused resources and support Continuous engagement with IVMF Alumni network Constantly researching and seeking out new resource opportunities to better serve program graduates

CERTIFICATION TRAINING TRACKS Business Management • Project Management: Project Management Professional (PMP) ®*, Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) ® • Six Sigma: Six Sigma (Green Belt) • Human Resources: Associate Professional in Human Resources™ (a. PHR)*, Professional in Human Resources® (PHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources® (SPHR) • Customer Service: Customer Service Excellence • Call Center Professional: Call Center Fundamentals

CERTIFICATION TRAINING TRACKS Information Technology • Entry Level IT Technician: Comp. TIA A+ • Information Security: Comp. TIA Security +, Information Security: Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), Information Systems Security Certified Professional (CISSP) • Networking: Comp. TIA Network +, Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician (CCENT), Cisco Certified Network Associated (CCNA), • Programming/Development: JAVA SE 7 or SE 8 Fundamentals • Cloud Services: Comp. TIA Cloud+ • Server Systems: Comp. TIA Server+ • Database Management: Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL), Oracle 11 G Database (Z 51 & Z 52), Oracle 12 c Database (Z-61 & Z 62) • SAS Programming 1&2

PILOT TRAINING TRACKS NCBFAA Educational Institute (NEI) Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) ØCertified Customs Specialists (CCS) Ø Sample Job Titles: Customs Manager, Import Manager, Logistics Manager; $65, 000 ØPharmacy Technician Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPh. T) Ø Sample Job Titles: Technician, Inventory Specialist; $33, 000 ØCertified Professional Developer Dell Boomi Ø Sample Job Titles: Developer, Infrastructure Engineer, Network Engineer, Software Architect, Software Developer; $70, 000

CERTIFICATION PROCESS PMI SSGB Whitman School of Management • Local Chapter access • Approves eligibility HRCI • Local chapter access • Approves your eligibility IT Industry Association Local Testing Center All online coursework provided by O 2 O: Skillsoft Customer Service & Call Center Certificate

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Complete Your Assessment q Ensure you are complete with TGPS prior to start date of planned cohort (SM only) q Tailor O 2 O MFR for your unit and submit to unit for approval q Linked. In Account (create one if you do not have one) q q O 2 O Service Member Application Packet: q q 1. DD-2648 (E-Form) (SM only) 2. O 2 O MFR signed by Approving Officer (SM only) *Please email your completed packets to drrobiso@syr. edu Please be mindful of the application cut-off dates. Seating is limited.

O 2 O COHORT SCHEDULE All coursework is expected to be completed within 90 Days of start date or you will be dropped from the program. O 2 O Cohort 4: November 4 - 8 2019 Application Deadline: Oct 29 2019 ETS cut off: Jun 30 2020 O 2 O Cohort 5: Mar ? ? - ? ? 2020 Application Deadline: Feb ? 2019 ETS cut off: Oct 31 2020

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