- Home to DLR
- Home to Workforce Services for Individuals
- Adult Education
- Apprenticeship Opportunities
- Career Exploration
- Dislocated (Laid Off) Workers
- Find a Job
- High School Equivalency
- Individuals Age 55+
- Individuals with Disabilities
- Job Search Tools
- National Career Readiness Certificate
- Reemployment Assistance Benefits
- Training Opportunities
- Veterans
- Workforce Development Council
- Young Adults
- Find a Local Office
Classes and Workshops
DLR and our workforce partners offer instructor-led classes and workshops both in-person and virtually at no cost to you. Classes focus on improving your skills in finding a job, on the job, and in your life. For date and location details on these classes or to register, visit the DLR Events Calendar.
Classes and Workshops include:
Job Search Workshops
DLR is here to help reach employment goals, no matter where someone is on their employment journey. Learn from a live instructor about topics to improve job search, such as resume writing and interview skills.
Job Search Workshops, offered in-person and virtually, are free workshops for people recovering from job loss or enhancing their job search skills. Trained instructors speak on modern-day techniques used to successfully find employment. Class materials include the Job Search Workshop Booklet.
Topics covered:
- Resume and cover letter writing
- Interviewing etiquette
- Where to start looking
- Using social media
- Much more
Request at any DLR local job service office or online through the Virtual Job Service.
Digital Safety
Learn how to safeguard your private information while using the internet. Topics include:
- Safeguard and protect against identity theft
- Create secure passwords
- Internet and smart phone security
- Insured banking options
Register at the DLR Events Calendar
Financial Literacy
Learn facts about the financial world while receiving guidance with your personal budget through adult education.
Financial Literacy Courses, offered in-person and virtually, cover a wide variety of topics including, but not limited to:
- Create a personal budget
- Open and manage checking/savings accounts
- Make informed financial decisions
- Manage spending, credit, and debt
- Understand, evaluate, and compare financial products, services, and opportunities to make informed financial decisions
Register at the DLR Events Calendar
Soft Skills
Attitude can make or break success in the workplace. Learn about and develop skills employers are looking for, such as accountability, attitude, attendance, etc.
The engaging curriculum builds the seven foundational workplace skills of work ethic. Unlike boring training programs, this interactive curriculum consistently delivers lasting impact. Participants discover these skills through activities and group participation. Bring Your ‘A’ Game is offered at no cost to businesses and individuals, subject to funding availability.
Bring Your ‘A’ Game tackles the seven most important soft skill behaviors:
- Attendance
- Appearance
- Attitude
- Ambition
- Accountability
- Acceptance
- Appreciation
What South Dakota Participants are Saying
"The workshop was wonderful, valid and engaging. It was the BEST workshop attended in a very long time"
"In 37 years with my company, this is one of the BEST seminars I have attended"
"The class was eye opening. I have been through many classes like this but this class had more meaning."
Register at the DLR Events Calendar