NDP Application - Online Career Launch Program for Neurodiverse Job Seekers

Application
Thank you for your interest in our Online Career Launch Program for Neurodiverse Job Seekers. It is aimed at individuals who hold a two or four year college degree (or equivalent), are currently underemployed or unemployed, have set the goal to get a job and be good at it, and need the knowledge and support to strengthen their motivation and drive to reach the goal.

Completing and submitting the form below is Step 6 in the process for applying to the Program. Once your application is submitted, we will communicate your admission status to you via email.

If you are accepted, you will also receive a welcome email with next steps for payment of program fees and additional instructions for completing assignments in preparation for the program.
Basic Information

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Your Self-Awareness, Goals, and Motivation
The Online Career Launch Program will provide you an opportunity to develop and practice personal skills and professional competencies needed for workplace success. This opportunity will also facilitate meeting and networking with employers and business professionals.

You will derive the most value from the program if you are aware of your strengths and challenges, have clear goals, and are motivated to work toward them.

With that in mind, please answer the following questions. We review this section carefully to determine your level of motivation to derive value from the program.

Responses that are too terse, vague, or incomplete will not be considered good responses.
Why are you interested in this program?*
What are your employment goals over the next 12 months? Over the next 3 years?*
What are your personal and professional strengths?*
What are your areas of challenge or opportunity for growth?*
What steps or actions (if any) have you taken to address your areas of challenge or opportunity for growth? What was the outcome of your actions?*
What skills are you interested in further developing or acquiring by participating in this program?*
In your opinion, how does your neurodiversity affect your employment and career prospects?*
Do you believe that your skills and talents can be developed (through hard work, good strategies, coaching, and support) given enough time and practice? Please explain.*
What do you wish the world would know about neurodiversity?*
What is your best learning style? How would you describe your ideal online learning experience?*
What accommodations (if any) do you anticipate you may require from the course instructors and/or your future employer? If none, type N/A in the response.*

Your Availability
The Program runs from Mar 14, 2023 to Jul 14, 2023.
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Which sessions are you unable attend or unsure? Please indicate the dates.*

Applicant's Statement

I understand the purpose of this program is to prepare me to find meaningful and rewarding employment outside of Goodwill of Silicon Valley. I certify that the answers on this application are true and complete to my knowledge. In the event of program admittance, I understand that false or misleading information can serve as grounds for dismissal from the program.
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Application

Basic Information

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Education and Employment Status

Your Self-Awareness, Goals, and Motivation

Your Availability

Applicant's Statement