JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. –
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All classes or events will be held at the Fleet and Family Support Center at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station (Building 755) unless otherwise specified. To register for a class or event, please call 764-7480.
July 17
A Pre-Separation Counseling class is scheduled for 1 to 3 p.m. July 17 for Separatees and 1 to 3 p.m. July 18 for Retirees. Are you within 24 months of retiring or 12 months of separation from the service? If so, it's time to schedule your pre-separation counseling and TAP GPS class. First, talk with your Command Career Counselor and then request to do your Pre-Sep counseling session. Your command Career Counselor will either conduct that with you or will refer you to FFSC for the monthly class.
July 17 - 19
FUNancial Summer Day Camp is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Are you worried that your kids aren't learning enough about personal finances? Afraid you will not be able to teach money basics effectively? Join this class and your kids will leave knowing how to make, manage, and multiply their money along with how to think and develop the habits of a wealthy person. Ages 5 - 8 camp dates are July 17 and 19, ages 9 - 12 camp dates are July 18 and 19. Provide e-mail addresses and phone numbers at time of registration. Space is limited, so sign up soon.
July 18
A Conflict Resolution class is scheduled from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Are you experiencing conflict in the work place or at home? If so, join this class to learn how to identify ways to effectively resolve conflict.
July 24
An Exceptional Family Member Program Pizza Social is scheduled for 1 to 2:30 p.m. Sometimes the best resource for families with children and adults with special needs are others who are facing similar issues and challenges.
July 25
A Smooth Move class is scheduled for 9 a.m. to noon. Relocating soon? If so, learn from the experts on how to PCS smoothly to your new location.
July 26
An Interviewing for Success class is scheduled for 9 a.m. to noon. Learn positive interviewing techniques and how to respond to difficult questions.
July 29
A Four Lenses class is scheduled for 9 to 11 a.m. What is your color personality: Blue, Gold, Green or Orange? This workshop is designed to help individuals improve themselves through communication, time management, stress management, organization skills, change management, and informal professional development.
July 29 - August 1
A Command Financial Specialist Training is scheduled for 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This training is open to command appointed E-6 and above personnel only. Training attendees will learn how to assist in preventing financial problems, starting a profitable savings program, and providing members assistance in car/insurance buying or investments.
July 30
A Navigating Stress class is scheduled for 10 to 11:30 a.m. Attendees will learn techniques to slow down, take a deep breath, prioritize and relax. Learn to bounce back and keep stress at a manageable level.
July 31
An Advance Resume Class is scheduled for 1 to 3 p.m. Did you attend the Basic Resume class? If so, bring your resume for review and fine-tuning. You will leave with all the tools for the finalization of your resume.