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Free Workshops in Spanish

Casa Latina offers free job skills workshops in Spanish. All of our workshops are open to the general public. Our workshops involve active participation, practice, and discussion within.

It’s our goal that all participants will learn from each other as much as from the instructor. To view our upcoming workshops, please view our events page.

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Questions? Contact Marco Antonio at marcoantonio@casa-latina.org or (206) 686-2625.

Overview of Classes

Health and Safety during COVID-19

Learn about the mandated guidelines, worker and employer safety protocols, and how to protect yourself in the workplace to prevent exposure to COVID-19. This workshop is offered monthly.

Health and Safety

Learn how to avoid workplace injuries, how to properly use personal protection equipment, how to identify and reduce danger in the workplace, and how to navigate the rights and responsibilities of workers under OSHA laws. This workshop is offered two times per month.

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Yardwork

Learn how to identify weeds, to recognize basic yardwork tools, to use mulch, to maintain lawns, and to use basic planting techniques. This workshop is offered two times per month during the spring, summer, and fall.

Moving

Learn techniques for safe and efficient moving, how to work as a team, how to use tools and moving equipment, and how to lift with safe posture. This workshop is offered two times per month.

Green Cleaning

Learn how to use non-toxic cleaning products, to clean efficiently, to communicate and negotiate with clients, to safely use chemicals (when absolutely necessary). This workshop is offered one time per month.

Strategic Cleaning

Learn about recommendations on how to work more efficiently. In this workshop you will learn best practices, tips, and strategies to help with your job responsibilities as a domestic worker or day laborer. This workshop is offered one time per month.

Salary Negotiation

Learn about strategies and tips on how to communicate effectively with your employer when it comes time to negotiate your salary. Be prepared and take action. This workshop is offered one time per month.

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