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Ethiopian Day Festival
Sunday Sep 1st 2024

Live Performance, Traditional Music,Foods,
Fashion Show, Arts, Vedors, comedy,and DJ

Downtown Silver Spring
1 Veterance Pl. Silver Spring MD 20910

MISSION

Provide reliable, quality, and accessible community services to all Ethiopians in Maryland, regardless of age, sex, or other social, economic or ideological differences; with the goal of promoting self-sufficiency, cultural enrichment, and understanding and appreciation of Ethiopian culture and history. ECCM will also serve as a center for safety and emergency response during accidents or during urgent need of community members

VISION

Create a sense of identity, cultural awareness, and a center for information sharing for all Ethiopians and Ethiopian-Americans. ECCM's will bringing together Ethiopian-Americans and other Americans of African origin residing in Maryland.

OUR APPROACH

Participate the community in crafting programs
Create opportunity for like-mind individuals to come together and contribute to the community Identify professionals and create conducive atmosphere for them to contribute their share Organize various events to design strategies of socio-economic development Approach different institutions and facilitate socio-economic well being of our community and empower individuals and groups Share/disseminate ideas and information to the community

ኢትዮጵያውያን ማሕበረሰብ ማዕክል በሜሪላንድ

እኛ ፡ ኢትዮጵያውያን ፡ ካለን ፡ አኩሪ ፡ ባሕል ፡ አንዱ ፡ ያለብንን ፡ ማሕበራዊና ፡ ኢኮኖሚያዊ ፡ ችግሮች፡ በጋራ ፡ መወጣታችን ፡ ነው ። እዚህ ፡ በሜሪላንድ ፡ የምንኖር ፡ ኢትዮጵያውያንም ፡ ከሌሎች ፡ ትውልደ ፡ኢትዮአሜሪካንና ፡ አፍሪካውያን ፡ ጋር ፡ ይህን ፡ ባሕል ፡ ማዳበር ፡ እንዳለብን ፡ በማመን ፡ ከፓሎቲካ ፣ ከሃይማኖት ፣ ከብሄር ፣ ከጎሳና ፣ ከፆታ አስተሳሰብና ፡ እምነቶች ፡ ነጻ ፡ የሆነ ፡ ማዕከል ፡ አቋቁመናል ። ማዕከሉም፡ ፕሮግራሞች፡ አዘጋጅቶ፡ በመንቀሳቀስ፡ ላይ፡ ይገኛል። ፕሮግራሞቹም፦

Welcome to Ethiopian Community Center in MD
SINCE 2013 The Ethiopian Community Center helps improve the quality of life for Ethiopians, immigrants, and low-income people through educational and social services.

የሁለተኛ፡ ደረጃ፡ ትምህርታቸውን፡ ላቋረጡ፡ ኮሌጅ፡ የሚገቡበትን፡ መንገድ፡ ማመቻቸት፡
ኮሌጅ ፡ መግባት ፡ ለቻሉት ፡ በየዝንባሌያቸው ፡ ትምህርታቸውን ፡ እንዲከታተሉ ፡ ድጋፍ ፡ መስጠት ፡
ከኢትዮጵያም፡ ሆነ፡ ከሌላ፡ ቦታ፡ አዲስ፡ ለሚመጡ፡ እንደያስፈላጊነቱ፡ የእንግሊዝኛ፡ ቋንቋ ፣ የኮምፒተርና፡ መኪና፡ ማሽከርከር ፡ ስልጠና ፡ የሚያገኙበትን፡ መንገድ ፡ ማመቻቸት ፤ ፈቃደኛ ፡ የሆኑ ፡ ኢትዮጵያውያን ፡ ባለሙያዎች ፡ ለማሕበረሰቡ ፡ ግልጋሎትና ፡ ምክር ፡ የሚሰጡበትን ፡ መንገድ ፡ ማመቻቸት ፡ ሙያ ፡ ኖሮአቸው ፡ ሥራ ፡ ያጡትን ፡ ወደ ፡ ሥራ ፡ የሚሰማሩበትን ፡ መንገድ ፡ ማመቻቸት ፡ መዋለ ፡ ሕፃናት ፡ ማዘጋጀት ፡ እንዲሁም ፡ አዛውንቶቻችን ፡ ተገናኝተው ፡ የሚወያዩበት ፡ መድረክ ፡ ማዘጋጀት ፡ አዲስ፡ ለሚመጣ ፡ ኢትዮጵያውያን፡ ስለሚኖሩበት ፡ አካባቢ ፡ ባሕልና ፡ ልምድ ፡ ግንዛቤ ፡ እንዲኖራቸው፡ ማድረግ ፡ ወጣቶቻችን ፡ አልባሌ ፡ ቦታ ፡ በመዋል ፡ ወንጀል ፡ እንዳይፈፅሙ ፡ አስፈላጊውን ፡ ምክር ፡ የሚያገኙበትን ፡ መንገድ፡ ማዘጋጀት ፡ እና፡ በርካታ፡ ሌሎች፡ ያልተጠቀሱ፡ ፕሮግራሞችን፡ ለማንቀሳቀስ፡ በዝግጅት፡ ላይ፡ ነው።

Ethiopian Day Festival!
September 1, 2024

የኢትዮጵያ ቀን ምዝገባ እንደቀጠለ ነው በየዓመቱ መስከረም ሲመጣ የሀገራችንን ባህል ወግና ጨዋታ ድምቅምቅ አድርጎ የሚያስከብረን የኢትዮጵያ ቀን የቬንደር ምዝገባ ተጀመረ:: ሜሪላንድ ዳውንታውን ሲልቨር ስፕሪንግ ቬተራን ፕላዛ በኢትዮጵያና በኢትዮጵያውያን ዘንድሮም ይዋባል:: አሁኑኑ ፈጥነው ይመዝገቡ ሺዎች የሚታደሙበት ይህ ዝግጅት እንዳያመልጥዎ:: ቦታም እንዳይሞላብዎ:: ሴፕቴምበር 1/2024 የኢትዮጵያ ቀን:: ለመመዝገብ ሊንኩን ይጠቀሙ

Today's Center welcomes all members of the community regardless of race or ethnic origin. We market ourselves as multi-ethnic, multi-racial, multi-lingual, and multi-generational.

Education

This includes English as a Second Language classes, citizenship workshops, computer literacy, parenting classes, among others in partnership with local organizations.
We see every challenge as an opportunity. These initiatives help us ensure that our community is better prepared to manage the unique situations they find themselves in. We are invested in an innovative approach that empowers our community and delivers the support they need, when they need it.

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Live Performance, Traditional Music,Foods,Fashion Show, Arts, Vedors, comedy,and DJ Downtown Silver Spring 1 Veterance Pl. Silver Spring MD 20910 Provide reliable, quality, and accessible community services to all Ethiopians in Maryland, regardless of age, sex, or other social, economic or ideological differences; with the goal of promoting self-sufficiency, cultural enrichment, and understanding and appreciation of Ethiopian culture and history.

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Adult ESOL and Basic Skills for College and Careers

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Adult ESOL and Basic Skills for College and Careers

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These programs are designed to support students who need additional help with basic academic skills, GED ® test preparation, English language development, computer literacy, and U.S. Citizenship.

Participants may receive additional guidance and advising services to assist with transitioning to college, careers, and entry level employment.

Please note: Most Beginning to Intermediate Adult ESOL level classes are free, it varies by program and class. Attend the registration or orientation session to learn more details about your program.

Pricing Guide for Adult ESOL and Basic Skills for College and Careers Programs*

Adult English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)(orientation and placement testing required)Work Plus! English & Job Skills (you must apply to these programs and meet the eligibility requirements)AELG GED® Test Preparation Programs (orientation and placement testing required)*Please note: These are grant-based programs and this information is subject to change without notice.

ESOL Levels Literacy, Beginning, and Intermediate are free. Students need to purchase books.

ESOL Level Advanced classes are $100, Students need to purchase books.

English in the American Workplace. Classes are free. Students need to purchase books.

Vocational ESOL: Health Care, Building Trades, Customer Service, Bridge to Technology, Careers in Education. Classes are free or up to a maximum of $115 per class.

Mi-BEST Classes are free.

ABE (Adult Basic Education) and PreGED Level classes are Free. Students need to purchase books.

GED Level Classes range from $40 - $65 per class. Students need to purchase books.

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Adult ESOL for speakers of other languages offers the most basic of the ESL programs. Learn English for life, work, and community. Learn English to prepare for specific job skills. Montgomery College, Maryland

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Information Sessions

The Nursing Information Session is now recorded. The purpose of the video is to understand the nature of the nursing program including the application process, how to be a competitive applicant, the commitment required to be successful, and the nursing curriculum. Additional information can be found in the (PDF, nursing information session packet ) .

Additional Question and Answer sessions with be offered prior to application deadlines on the second Monday of February, March, and July at 4 p.m. on zoom. The Q&A sessions are NOT substitutes for watching the video and reading the website. Additional questions can be emailed to Nursing.Program@montgomerycollege.edu.

February 12, 2024, 4:00 p.m. EST
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

March 11, 2024, 4:00 p.m. EST
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Special Admissions Information

Admission to Montgomery College is open to all; however, the nursing program is a selective application-based program limited to 192 students each semester. Visit the Health Sciences Admissions page for complete details, including special admissions requirements and the health sciences application.

Additional Expenses and Financial Aid Information

There are additional costs associated with starting the nursing program upon acceptance and enrollment, including immunizations, uniforms, testing fees, textbooks, CPR certifications, and more. See (PDF, Approximate Costs of Starting the Nursing Program ) for more information.

The program's overall tuition is determined by Montgomery College's current tuition rates for credit courses. The nursing program is 70 total credits. Financial aid is available.

Frequently Asked Questions

To apply to the Nursing Program, a student must:

1. be enrolled at Montgomery College;

2. have completed course work with a C or better in the following courses:

1. ENGL 102 (Critical Reading, Writing, and Research) or ENGL 103 (Critical Reading, Writing, and Research in the Workplace)

2. MATH 117 (Elements of Statistics) or higher

3. BIOL 212 (Human Anatomy and Physiology I)

4. BIOL 213 (Human Anatomy and Physiology II)

3. have met the minimum required scores on the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) (70% in reading and 66% as an adjusted total score)

4. have a GPA of 2.5 or higher.

For more comprehensive information on admissions requirements, please visit the health sciences admissions page.

The upcoming application deadlines for the Nursing Program are:

Application Submission Deadline

The application deadline for fall entry into the program is April 1.
The application deadline for spring entry into the program is August 1.

We recommend that you always check the Nursing Program Admissions webpage, or call the program directly if there are any questions about the deadlines.

The TEAS exam is required for all application submissions to the Nursing Program. Applicants cannot be exempted from the requirement regardless of factors like educational background, prior course work, grade point average, or existing degrees. See TEAS resources for more information.

Yes, it is possible to transfer into the program from a different Nursing Program. For more detailed information, please see Transferring In to the Nursing Program. Please note that the Director of the Nursing Program must evaluate all requests for transfer.

No, the Transition to Nursing course for LPNs, military medics/corpsmen, and paramedics differs from the regular Nursing Program. It is a bridge program, designed to give credit for prior certification and work experience. For additional information, see the Transition to Nursing Course page.

A student can call the Office of Records and Registration at 240-567-1501 or the College Recruiter at 240-567-1583. Applications are also available for download from the Health Sciences Admissions webpage. The application form is a downloadable and fillable pdf. Once completed, the application needs to be returned via the email listed on the front of the application.

The Nursing Program office does not accept or process applications.

Clinical Rotations

Clinical rotation is a significant component of the Montgomery College Nursing Program. Hospitals, nursing homes, and other health agencies within the major metropolitan area provide the setting for a variety of clinical experiences which are planned as a vital part of each Nursing Course.

Some of our program's clinical sites include Adventist Behavioral Health, Children's National Medical Center, Doctors Community Hospital, Holy Cross Germantown Hospital, Holy Cross Silver Spring Hospital, MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, National Naval Medical Center, Shady Grove Medical Center, Sibley Hospital, Suburban Hospital, Veterans Administration Medical Center, White Oak Medical Center, and community clinics and agencies in the local area.

Completion and Success Rates (Program Outcomes)

The Nursing Program's expected level of achievement (ELA) is that 45 percent of students will complete the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program within 4 semesters of Full Time Study (100 percent of program length). The ELA is 60 percent for students to complete the ADN Program within 6 semesters of Full Time Study (150 percent of program length).

Traditional Nursing Program Completion

Transitional Nursing Program Completion
(Summer course NURS 130 designed for LPNs and Military Medics who want to transition into the Nursing Program.)
NCLEX per Maryland Board of Nursing Pass Rates
Expected level of achievement (ELA): 80% of the graduates will successfully complete the NCLEX licensure examination on the first attempt within the fiscal year (July 1 - June 30).
Student Demographics Full-time Faculty/Part-time faculty & Clinical Staff Demographics
Transferring In to MC's Nursing Program

Montgomery College's Nursing Program only accepts students in good academic standing from accredited nursing programs. Good academic standing is defined as a student who earned letter grades of "A", "B", or "C" in Nursing courses.

Students with unsuccessful nursing course attempts or failures in any nursing course(s) - in any program - are not eligible candidates for transfer into MC Nursing. These students may apply to the program following the admissions criteria for all applicants and attempt to enter the program from the beginning and the first semester of courses. An unsuccessful attempt may include a course withdrawal, letter grade of "D" or "F".

Transfer students in good standing will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis based upon documented training and experience.

1. Transfer students will be required to submit: a letter requesting transfer, a copy of the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) results, a copy of their official transcript, Nursing course descriptions, and Nursing course syllabi to the Director of Nursing. Upon review, the Director of Nursing will arrange an appointment with the transfer candidate.

2. Transfer students must meet the Test of Essential Academic Skills eligibility with scores of: Reading 70% and Adjusted Individual Total Score of 66% or higher. TEAS scores are valid for 24 months.

3. Transfer students will be required to demonstrate clinical skills competencies for all nursing pre-requisite courses and may be required to complete NURS 114: Professionalism and Communications, NURS 121: Health Assessment, NURS 129: Pathophysiology and Pharmacology in Nursing courses with a grade of "C" or better.

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What you need to know before applying to the Nursing Program at Montgomery College.

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The Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center offers three 8-week sessions of English classes every year for Basic through Level 4 English students. Click below to learn how to register for our classes, and to find other local classes and independent study resources.

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Workforce Development Sequence Scholarship 2023-2024 School Year

The Maryland Workforce Development Sequence Scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to students enrolling in an approved non-credited certificate program leading to apprenticeships, employment, licensure, or job skill enhancement only at a participating Maryland Community College.

Please read all instructions carefully as incomplete applications will be declined.

NEW! All students applying for this Sequence Scholarship MUST complete the FAFSA® (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).

Visit FAFSA® to fill out the online form. Please use Montgomery College school code #006911

Sequence Scholarship Approved Sequence Courses

The following Montgomery College Workforce Development and Continuing Education sequence courses are approved for the scholarship:

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Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospital Based

Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician

Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)

Child Development Associate Credential CDA - (Spanish)

Clinical Medical Assistant

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Nail Technician

Nurse Refresher

Phlebotomy Technician

Professional Pet/Dog Training

Veterinary Assistant Training

For a complete listing of the associated courses visit Sequence Scholarship Programs: listing of courses. )
Important Information You Should Know

Available for specific workforce programs. Current list is included. List is subject to change at any time.

Available to MD Residents, graduates of MD high schools, and active duty military residing in MD.

Funds shall be used for tuition, fees, and associated costs of attendance that have not been met through another grant or scholarship.

Students may receive up to $2,000 per workforce sequence.

Students may only complete one workforce sequence at a time.

Students may not be awarded for more than 2 sequences per award year statewide.

Funds are available on a first come, first serve basis.

Students must pledge to remain drug free for the full term of the award.

Applying for the scholarship does not guarantee an award.

Students should not expect refunds of unused grant amounts.

Scholarship funds not used within three months of being awarded may be cancelled and you will have to reapply.

All scholarships are managed and awarded in accordance to the Maryland Higher Education Commission's prescribed guidelines and Montgomery College policy.

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The MI-BEST Certificate Courses are perfect for students whose English skills are high intermediate or more advanced, but still need improvement. This course has a test that if passed, will provide students with an industry-specific, nationally recognized certification. Many courses finish with job fairs and connections to employers looking to hire graduates.

With a certification in a specific industry, students' likelihood of finding a higher-paying job is strong. Students may also want to enroll in other classes in the field or take other credit classes.

Fill out the form, to receive information about upcoming courses and updates to orientation and registration dates.

To determine if you qualify, you must attend a registration/orientation.

At registration/orientation sessions, you will learn more about what to expect from the specific course. Potential students take an English test, if needed, and participate in a short interview. The test and interview will tell us your level of English and what classes will best help you in your career. Potential students are then contacted within two weeks to inform them whether or not they are in the class. Students are required to attend an assignment session to receive their class assignment.
Phlebotomy Technician Training for ESOL Students
Are you ready to begin a career as a phlebotomy technician and improve your English? In this program you will improve your English, math, reading, study, computer, and work-related skills. Learn the skills needed to work as a phlebotomy technician in hospitals, clinics, doctors' offices, and other healthcare facilities.

To apply for this course, you must:

Be interested in getting a job as a phlebotomy technician.

Want or need to improve your English skills.

Attend the Online information session and take all required tests.

Be a Maryland resident.

Have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Be eligible to work in the USA.

Required Online Information Session:

January 11, 2023; 5:00 pm

or

January 17, 2023; 5:00 pm

You must register to attend the information session.

Register for Phlebotomy Technician Training Orientation

After the information session, you will need to take an in-person test at the Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus.

Learn more: (PDF, Printable Flyer for Phlebotomy Technician Training for ESOL Students )
IT Network Training for ESOL Students
Are you ready to begin an IT Network career and improve your English? In this program you will improve your English, math, reading, study, computer, and work-related skills. You will prepare to take the Network+ Certification exam and learn the skills needed to work in the IT network industry, in careers such as help desk technician, network support technician, datacenter support technician and cable technician.
To apply for this course, you must:
Required Online Information Session:

September 7, 2023; 9:00 a.m.

OR

September 11, 2023; 9:00 a.m.

You must register to attend the information session.

Register for IT Network Training Information Session

After the information session, you will need to take an in-person test at the Rockville campus.

Course Dates:

October 2023 - May 2024

Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Class Location:

Costs:
Program is free for those who qualify and meet the eligibility requirements.

Certificate for Apartment Maintenance Technician/CAMT, which focus on maintenance

National Apartment Leasing Certificate Program/NALP for ESOL Students, which focuses on skills to work in the leasing office

Certificate for Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT)

Do you want to learn what it takes to get a good job in a growing industry, but you need help with English, math or reading?

Enhance your professional growth in the apartment industry by earning a Certificate for Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT), a program that can take your career to the next level! You will improve your English, math, reading, study, computer, and work-related skills while learning how to maintain and repair: apartment interior and exterior, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and appliances.

Program Requirements:

You must be a Maryland resident

Must have a high school diploma

You must need help with English, reading, and/or math skills

You must be ready to study hard and to work in building trade industry

Online Registration/Orientation Sessions (required)
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(PDF, View CAMT flyer )

Fall 2022 CAMT Orientation Session & Application Form
Pharmacy Technician Training for ESOL Students

Are you ready to begin a career as a pharmacy technician and improve your English? In this program you will improve your English, math, reading, study, computer, and work-related skills. Learn the skills needed to work as a pharmacy technician in hospitals, pharmacies, and other healthcare facilities.

To apply for this course, you must:

Be interested in getting a job as a pharmacy technician.

Want or need to improve English skills.

Attend the Required Online Information Sessionnew window and take all required tests.

Be a Maryland resident.

Be at least 18 years old.

Have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Be eligible to work in the USA.

Note: Students with F1 or J1 visa cannot take classes in this program.

Online Information Session

October 24, 2023, 6:00 p.m. or

October 27, 2023; 2:00 p.m. or

October 31, 2023; 6:00 p.m.

Class Locations, these are hybrid classes (in-person & online), 2 options:

Option #1

In-Person on Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus, Saturdays 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. AND

Online, Tuesday & Thursday 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Option #2

In-Person on Rockville Campus, Monday & Wednesday 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. AND

Online, Tuesday & Thursday 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

(PDF, Learn more: Printable Pharmacy Technician for ESOL Students flyer )

Register for Spring 2024 Pharmacy Technician Training Info Session
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA)

Improve your English, math, reading, study computer, and work-related skills. Learn how to take care of patients and residents in a clinical setting and how to take blood pressure, feed and bathe patients, use CPR if a person is having a heart attack or not breathing, help patients move safely, work with medical records and medical technology, and work as part of a healthcare team of professionals.

You must be ready to study hard and to work in health care.

You must need help with English, reading, and/or math skills.

Must have high school diploma.

You must be a Maryland resident.

Online Registration and Mandatory Orientation & Testing Schedule:
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View (PDF, MIBEST CNA Flyer )

Fall 2022 MIBEST CNA/GNA Orientation Session & Application Form
Early Childhood Education Training for ESOL Students

Do you want a good job in the growing field of childcare and need help with your English language skills? (PDF, ESOL Early Childhood Training printable flyer. )

The EARN Early Childhood Education grant-funded program will prepare students to work in a variety of childcare settings with children from infancy through age eight. The curriculum consists of seven early childhood education courses, three ESOL courses, and a series of career readiness workshops to prepare you for the workforce. These noncredit courses may be applied towards the 120 clock class hours required for the Child Development Associate (CDA) national credential.

This program will help you to:

Satisfy the MSDE state requirements to work in childcare in the state of Maryland.

Get started on earning credits in the Early Childhood Education program at Montgomery College!

To apply for this course you must:

have a genuine interest in childcare

be a Maryland resident

have a HS diploma or equivalent

to be eligible to work in the US

want or need to improve English skills

meet assessment requirements

want to make more money

This program is only offered once a year.
How to Apply:

Step 1: Attend a mandatory information and assessment session.

Please register for ONE of the sessions below:

1. Monday, July 10, 2023, 11:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m. Register for the July 10th Session

2. Thursday, July 13, 2023, 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Register for the July 13th Session

3. Wednesday, July 19, 2023, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Register for the July 19th Session.

Step 2: Fill out the Application Form

Complete the SY 23-24 EARN Early Childhood Education Training application form. The link to the application will be shared during the information and assessment session. You will have 24 hours complete it after attending the information session.

Course Dates and times:

The program will run in the evenings, 6:00-9:00 p.m. from August 2023 to May 2024.

National Apartment Leasing Certificate Program for ESOL Students. (NALP)

Do you want to earn a certification in the apartment leasing field? Are you interested in improving your English and workplace readiness skills for careers in the residential property management industry? Read the printable flyer for the (PDF, NALP Certificate program ) .

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MI-BEST Certificate courses are perfect for students whose English skill have high intermediate or more advanced, but still need improvement. Students successfully completing the program will earn a nationally recognized certification. Workforce Development & Continuing Education, Montgomery College, Maryland

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A quick link to the Catalog's Scholarship Opportunities

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WDCE Scholarship Opportunities

From time to time Workforce Development and Continuing Education has scholarship opportunities. These scholarships are posted on the WDCE web site along with the specific terms and conditions of each scholarship. If you are interested in applying for one of the scholarship opportunities please pay close attention to the instructions, and be sure to include any necessary documentation, as incomplete applications are not considered.

WDCE Career Path Scholarship

A limited number of scholarships are available, pending funding, through Montgomery College Workforce Development and Continuing Education for students pursuing career path courses with the intention to obtain entry-level employment. This scholarship is awarded for up to $1,000 to cover tuition and fees only. The scholarship may be applied to one or more eligible courses, within the career area chosen, to pay tuition and fees not covered by another funding source, waiver eligibility, or payment plan (including employers). This scholarship will not cover 100% of the applicable tuition and fees if the total tuition and fees exceed $1,000.

Visit WDCE Career Path Scholarship to learn more.

Workforce Development Sequence Scholarship

The Maryland Workforce Development Sequence Scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to students enrolling in an approved non-credited certificate program leading to apprenticeships, employment, licensure, or job skill enhancement only at a participating Maryland Community College.

The following Montgomery College Workforce Development and Continuing Education sequence courses are approved for the scholarship of up to $2000 for qualified applicants: Child Development Associate, Child Development Associate - (Spanish), Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician, Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Amazon Web Services, Networking Academy, Commercial Driver's License.

Application forms and information about the Workforce Development Sequence Scholarship for the 2022-2023 school year are now available!

Visit the Workforce Development Sequence Scholarship for more information about the specific qualifications for the scholarship and how to apply.

Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship

The Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship is a last dollar award. The scholarship is available to students that plan to enroll in credit-bearing coursework leading to a vocational certificate, certificate, or an Associate's Degree; or in a sequence of credit or non-credit courses that leads to licensure or certification; or in a registered apprenticeship program at a Maryland community college for the 2021-2022 academic year. Visit Maryland Community College Scholarship for more information.

The Challenge and GTP Programs Scholarship

The Challenge Program for developmentally disabled adults, and the GTP (Graduate Transition Program).

A limited number of need based scholarships are available for qualified Challenge students, pending funding availability, through Montgomery College's Workforce Development and Continuing Education. Need-based students accepted into the Graduate Transition Program (GTP) may also qualify for funding depending on the courses that they are enrolled in.

Visit Challenge / GTP Scholarship for more information .

WorkSource Montgomery, Connecting Employers & Job Seekers

The American Job Center, managed by WorkSource Montgomery, is your resource for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The WIOA program is for individuals seeking employment who need occupational skills training in order to successfully re-enter the workforce. For more information about WIOA and other employment services, visit worksourcemontgomery.com.

Tuition Assistance for HOC residents taking classes at the Gudelsky Institute of Technical Education

Tuition Assistance is available for HOC residents to enroll in and credit and non-credit certification programs at Montgomery College's WDCE Gudelsky Institute (GITE). Funds are limited.

For eligible courses, visit GITE. To learn more about the scholarship email AEWD@hocmc.org using the subject line: Tuition Assistance.

HUI and MHP Scholarship for Montgomery College WDCE Noncredit Courses

A limited number of scholarships to Montgomery College are available for qualified HUI (Housing Unlimited Inc.) or MHP (Montgomery Housing Partnership) residents. Scholarship funding is awarded each term as available. The scholarship money is awarded for tuition and fees only. Cost of books is not included.

Visit HUI and MHP Scholarship for WDCE Noncredit courses to learn more.

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Ethiopian Day Festival
Sunday Sep 1st 2024

Live Performance, Traditional Music,Foods,
Fashion Show, Arts, Vedors, comedy,and DJ

Downtown Silver Spring
1 Veterance Pl. Silver Spring MD 20910

MISSION

Provide reliable, quality, and accessible community services to all Ethiopians in Maryland, regardless of age, sex, or other social, economic or ideological differences; with the goal of promoting self-sufficiency, cultural enrichment, and understanding and appreciation of Ethiopian culture and history. ECCM will also serve as a center for safety and emergency response during accidents or during urgent need of community members

VISION

Create a sense of identity, cultural awareness, and a center for information sharing for all Ethiopians and Ethiopian-Americans. ECCM's will bringing together Ethiopian-Americans and other Americans of African origin residing in Maryland.

OUR APPROACH

Participate the community in crafting programs
Create opportunity for like-mind individuals to come together and contribute to the community Identify professionals and create conducive atmosphere for them to contribute their share Organize various events to design strategies of socio-economic development Approach different institutions and facilitate socio-economic well being of our community and empower individuals and groups Share/disseminate ideas and information to the community

ኢትዮጵያውያን ማሕበረሰብ ማዕክል በሜሪላንድ

እኛ ፡ ኢትዮጵያውያን ፡ ካለን ፡ አኩሪ ፡ ባሕል ፡ አንዱ ፡ ያለብንን ፡ ማሕበራዊና ፡ ኢኮኖሚያዊ ፡ ችግሮች፡ በጋራ ፡ መወጣታችን ፡ ነው ። እዚህ ፡ በሜሪላንድ ፡ የምንኖር ፡ ኢትዮጵያውያንም ፡ ከሌሎች ፡ ትውልደ ፡ኢትዮአሜሪካንና ፡ አፍሪካውያን ፡ ጋር ፡ ይህን ፡ ባሕል ፡ ማዳበር ፡ እንዳለብን ፡ በማመን ፡ ከፓሎቲካ ፣ ከሃይማኖት ፣ ከብሄር ፣ ከጎሳና ፣ ከፆታ አስተሳሰብና ፡ እምነቶች ፡ ነጻ ፡ የሆነ ፡ ማዕከል ፡ አቋቁመናል ። ማዕከሉም፡ ፕሮግራሞች፡ አዘጋጅቶ፡ በመንቀሳቀስ፡ ላይ፡ ይገኛል። ፕሮግራሞቹም፦

Welcome to Ethiopian Community Center in MD
SINCE 2013 The Ethiopian Community Center helps improve the quality of life for Ethiopians, immigrants, and low-income people through educational and social services.

የሁለተኛ፡ ደረጃ፡ ትምህርታቸውን፡ ላቋረጡ፡ ኮሌጅ፡ የሚገቡበትን፡ መንገድ፡ ማመቻቸት፡
ኮሌጅ ፡ መግባት ፡ ለቻሉት ፡ በየዝንባሌያቸው ፡ ትምህርታቸውን ፡ እንዲከታተሉ ፡ ድጋፍ ፡ መስጠት ፡
ከኢትዮጵያም፡ ሆነ፡ ከሌላ፡ ቦታ፡ አዲስ፡ ለሚመጡ፡ እንደያስፈላጊነቱ፡ የእንግሊዝኛ፡ ቋንቋ ፣ የኮምፒተርና፡ መኪና፡ ማሽከርከር ፡ ስልጠና ፡ የሚያገኙበትን፡ መንገድ ፡ ማመቻቸት ፤ ፈቃደኛ ፡ የሆኑ ፡ ኢትዮጵያውያን ፡ ባለሙያዎች ፡ ለማሕበረሰቡ ፡ ግልጋሎትና ፡ ምክር ፡ የሚሰጡበትን ፡ መንገድ ፡ ማመቻቸት ፡ ሙያ ፡ ኖሮአቸው ፡ ሥራ ፡ ያጡትን ፡ ወደ ፡ ሥራ ፡ የሚሰማሩበትን ፡ መንገድ ፡ ማመቻቸት ፡ መዋለ ፡ ሕፃናት ፡ ማዘጋጀት ፡ እንዲሁም ፡ አዛውንቶቻችን ፡ ተገናኝተው ፡ የሚወያዩበት ፡ መድረክ ፡ ማዘጋጀት ፡ አዲስ፡ ለሚመጣ ፡ ኢትዮጵያውያን፡ ስለሚኖሩበት ፡ አካባቢ ፡ ባሕልና ፡ ልምድ ፡ ግንዛቤ ፡ እንዲኖራቸው፡ ማድረግ ፡ ወጣቶቻችን ፡ አልባሌ ፡ ቦታ ፡ በመዋል ፡ ወንጀል ፡ እንዳይፈፅሙ ፡ አስፈላጊውን ፡ ምክር ፡ የሚያገኙበትን ፡ መንገድ፡ ማዘጋጀት ፡ እና፡ በርካታ፡ ሌሎች፡ ያልተጠቀሱ፡ ፕሮግራሞችን፡ ለማንቀሳቀስ፡ በዝግጅት፡ ላይ፡ ነው።

Ethiopian Day Festival!
September 1, 2024

የኢትዮጵያ ቀን ምዝገባ እንደቀጠለ ነው በየዓመቱ መስከረም ሲመጣ የሀገራችንን ባህል ወግና ጨዋታ ድምቅምቅ አድርጎ የሚያስከብረን የኢትዮጵያ ቀን የቬንደር ምዝገባ ተጀመረ:: ሜሪላንድ ዳውንታውን ሲልቨር ስፕሪንግ ቬተራን ፕላዛ በኢትዮጵያና በኢትዮጵያውያን ዘንድሮም ይዋባል:: አሁኑኑ ፈጥነው ይመዝገቡ ሺዎች የሚታደሙበት ይህ ዝግጅት እንዳያመልጥዎ:: ቦታም እንዳይሞላብዎ:: ሴፕቴምበር 1/2024 የኢትዮጵያ ቀን:: ለመመዝገብ ሊንኩን ይጠቀሙ

Today's Center welcomes all members of the community regardless of race or ethnic origin. We market ourselves as multi-ethnic, multi-racial, multi-lingual, and multi-generational.

Education

This includes English as a Second Language classes, citizenship workshops, computer literacy, parenting classes, among others in partnership with local organizations.
We see every challenge as an opportunity. These initiatives help us ensure that our community is better prepared to manage the unique situations they find themselves in. We are invested in an innovative approach that empowers our community and delivers the support they need, when they need it.

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Live Performance, Traditional Music,Foods,Fashion Show, Arts, Vedors, comedy,and DJ Downtown Silver Spring 1 Veterance Pl. Silver Spring MD 20910 Provide reliable, quality, and accessible community services to all Ethiopians in Maryland, regardless of age, sex, or other social, economic or ideological differences; with the goal of promoting self-sufficiency, cultural enrichment, and understanding and appreciation of Ethiopian culture and history.

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