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How to find a job in New York for an immigrant: short educational courses will quickly make you a sought-after specialist

'24.10.2022'

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Almost every immigrant in the United States faces difficulties in finding a job. Writing resumes, seeking references, filling out endless questionnaires, interviews, not to mention the language problem and the difficulties of social adaptation - all this is associated with stress, especially in a new country. The world today is oversaturated with information, but finding the data you need is very difficult. And this is the main problem of all immigrants.

Fortunately, there are companies in New York that help those who have recently arrived in America with the choice of a profession and, accordingly, a future job. Most of these companies provide short-term courses, after which you can get a professional certificate or pass a qualification test. One of them - American General Training Inc..

The teachers of the school - former immigrants who themselves have gone from confused visitors to professionals - are well aware of all the pitfalls of American life.

Hundreds of students, mostly immigrants, have completed education and training programs with this company and started their careers in the United States. The age of students does not matter - in America, all ages are submissive to study.

The main directions of the school's work American General Training Inc. These are preparatory courses in medical and technical fields.

Home Health Aide (HHA) Course for Home Attendant Certification

A large number of New Yorkers need constant care: they are retirees, chronically ill people with cognitive impairments, people with disabilities, as well as those who are recovering from a serious illness. The profession of Home Attendant (certified specialist in the care of the elderly and sick people at home) is one of the most sought after in New York.

To work in this field, you must pass an exam and receive a certificate confirming your qualifications. This document is only allowed to work in the state where it is received. American General Training Inc. prepares specialists for work in the State of New York.

Minimum requirements for admission to Home Health Aide (HHA) course in American General Training - high school diploma / GED.

In the process of training, students receive the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for work. HHA course duration at American General Training, Inc. – 75 hours of class and 8 hours of practice.

The cost is 450 dollars.

American General Training actively cooperates with various employment agencies in all areas of New York. Only three weeks of training (in the morning or in the evening, from Monday to Friday) and, according to the school staff, you will be practically guaranteed employment.

Technical Exam Preparation Courses

Some of the most popular jobs in the city are government jobs on the New York subway and in various city departments maintaining buildings, facilities, and technical equipment—cars, traffic lights, ventilation, bridges, tunnels, power systems, and so on.

To get a job, you must pass a written or practical test. Tests are conducted according to schedules published on the Internet. The schedule of tests for working in the subway can be found here. And the schedule of tests for work in city services - according to this link.

Average starting salaries in the New York subway and city departments are $34-42 an hour + benefits, pensions, union advocacy.

American General Training, Inc has been preparing New Yorkers for these tests for over 10 years.

Course instructors are professionals who have worked or are still working in their respective government positions. The methodology developed by them and the material taught are based on their personal practical experience of passing city tests.

Through these courses, most of the company's graduates work in technical positions at NYC Transit (subways and buses), LIRR (railway), MabSTOA (buses in the Bronx), city building maintenance, Bridges & Tunnels, Con Edison, and more.

We are currently recruiting for New York City Subway Test Preparation Courses:

  • Car Inspector (wagon repair);
  • Transit Electrical Helper (assistant electrician);
  • Power Distribution Maintainer (electricity distribution specialist);
  • Revenue Equipment Maintainer (metrocard vending machines);
  • Maintainer (Bridge & Tunnels) (maintenance of bridges and tunnels);
  • Ventilation & Drainage Maintainer (maintenance of ventilation and drainage systems);
  • Mechanic's Helper (mechanic's assistant).

Before taking the test, you must have:

  • 2-3 years experience as an electrician/mechanic trainee or assistant;
  • OR experience as a mechanic, electrician or electromechanic;
  • OR diploma of a technical school or lyceum.

Office work in public positions

Not all public jobs in New York involve manual labor on construction sites or on the subway. There are also office positions that allow you to work in a comfortable office and guarantee good salaries, an extensive list of benefits, high pensions and union protection.

To take one of these positions, you must pass a written test. The test schedule can be found https://www.izakayasushilounge.com.

American General Training has been preparing New Yorkers for these tests for over 20 years. Courses are taught by specialists who have extensive experience in the field they teach. They have passed professional tests themselves, and therefore know how to prepare for them quickly and effectively.

We are currently recruiting for test preparation courses in the following specialties:

  • Caseworker (social worker), it will be possible to register for the test from November 2 to 21;
  • Child Welfare Specialist/Child Pritective Specialist (child protection specialist), registration for the test will be possible from November 2 to 21;
  • Staff Analyst (staff analyst).

The duration of the course is 40 hours, classes are held in the evening 2-3 times a week.

The cost is $499.

Before applying for the test, you must have:

  • higher education diploma or experience;
  • average level of English proficiency.

You can apply for the test, as well as for holding a public position after successfully passing the exam, at this site. Be careful! When filling out the form, it is easy to make a mistake that will lead to the rejection of the application.

Specialists American General Training recommend applying for several positions at once, then your chances of getting a government job in New York increase. If you are hired for several positions, you can choose one and refuse the rest.

Diplomas from countries of residence before immigration can also come in handy in the USA

Having a non-U.S. degree in a degree that New York City or State wants can make a big difference in getting a government job. Special organizations will not only translate the diploma or certificate into English, but also evaluate it (perform evaluation), thereby turning the diploma into an American one.

American General Training, Inc. provides advice on the evaluation of diplomas in the United States, and will also help with finding an organization that will do it quickly and efficiently.

Learn more about courses American General Training Inc., and for public employment in New York City and State, call 718-207-7276 or 718-996-8378, or email: [email protected].

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American General Training Inc.

Web: americangeneraltraining.com
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cell: 718-996-8378
Email: [email protected]
address: 2118 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11214

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