Oic/Dc Information

OIC/DC offers integrated education and training services to District residents with emphasis on preparing them for careers in two demand industries: Business Administration/Information Technology and Healthcare. The provision of IE&T services aligns OIC/DC's mission to collaborate and partner with local and federal governments, the private sector, community based organizations, employers and other stakeholders to prepare youth and adults for successful career opportunities while meeting the needs of employers for a skilled and educated workforce. OIC/DC provides job training for high demand occupations, concurrently with literacy, numeracy, workforce preparation and job placement services for adults and youth, especially socio-economically disadvantages residents in the District of Columbia, using best practices and evidence-based models. Program offerings include CompTIA A+ Computer Repair Certification, Business Office Support Specialist with Microsoft Office Certification, Customer Service Certification for Retail Sales/ Hospitality and Home Health Care Aide Certification. OIC/DC's goal is to prepare students to be successful in the pursuit of their career path. OIC/DC is dedicated to placing participants in full-time, good-paying jobs. Our vision is every person in Washington, DC, who wants a job, will have a living wage job that will support themselves and their families. C. OUR PHILOSOPHY