Yeongdeungpo District Offers Certification Courses for Middle-Aged Residents... Recruiting 40 for Electrical and Baking & Pastry Programs

For Job Seekers Aged 40 to 65, Courses Begin August 3

Yeongdeungpo District in Seoul (District Mayor: Cho Yujin) is recruiting trainees for certificate acquisition courses in Electrical Technician and Baking & Pastry Technician to support reemployment and entrepreneurship for middle-aged job seekers.

Recruitment Notice for Certification Courses for Middle-aged and Older Adults. Provided by Yeongdeungpo District Office.

The program is open to Yeongdeungpo residents aged 40 to 65 who wish to find employment or start a business in related fields after obtaining certification. A total of 40 participants will be selected, 20 for each course.

Applications for the Electrical Technician training course will be accepted until July 24. The course will run from August 3 to October 30 at Sudo Vocational School (886 Gyeongin-ro), focusing on theory and practical training to prepare for both the written and practical exams. The program consists of 43 sessions totaling 170 hours. Applications must be submitted in person at the school, and final candidates will be notified individually.

Applications for the Baking & Pastry Technician course will be accepted until July 31. The course will be held from August 3 to September 30 at Korea Baking Vocational School (42 Yeouidaebang-ro 61-gil), providing 160 hours of theoretical and practical instruction. Applicants can apply either by visiting the training institution or by scanning the QR code provided on promotional materials. Trainees will be selected through an interview process.

The district announced plans to support job placement and post-training follow-up for participants after completing the courses. In addition, programs such as financial support for national certification exam fees for middle-aged adults, Silver Laughter Sports Instructor, Board Game Instructor, National Caregiver Certificate, and online professional seller training for middle-aged adults are available. For inquiries, contact the respective training institutions or the Job and Economy Division of the district office.

Cho Yujin, Mayor of Yeongdeungpo District, stated, "Obtaining certification is an important stepping stone to enhancing the job competitiveness of middle-aged job seekers," adding, "We will continue to expand job training and employment support tailored to on-site needs to actively support the economic participation of the middle-aged population."

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