Through funding provided by the American Rescue Act Plan, Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund, Lee County residents are eligible for free a soft skills micro-credentialing program offered through Adult Education at the School District of Lee County. 

What is a Soft Skill Micro-Credential?

Soft skills are behaviors and non-technical skills that are used to interact with colleagues and clients that help employees excel in the workplace. The micro-credentials offered through Upskill Village will help the learner strengthen these skills and give them an advantage when searching for a job and once in the workforce. Learners will earn a digital badge to include in their resume as well as display on their LinkedIn or email signature.

What are the 8 Soft Skill Micro-Credentials Being Offered?

The 8 soft skill micro-credentials that Upskill Village is offering are: 

Micro-Credentials Available for Registration

Online 

In-Person

Now introducing Upskill Village bundles! Classes will be held at The Lee County Public Education Center - 2855 Colonial Blvd Fort Myers for FOUR weeks. 

Upskill Village Bundle #1

Courses Covered: Oral Communication, Empathy, & Collaboration 

Wednesdays 5-8 p.m. starting 7/10

REGISTER HERE

Upskill Village Bundle #2

Courses Covered: Resilience, Intercultural Fluency, & Initiative 

Wednesdays 5-8 p.m. starting 7/10

REGISTER HERE

Upskill Village Bundle #3

Courses Covered: Creative Problem Solving and Critical Thinking

Wednesdays 5-8 p.m. starting 7/10

REGISTER HERE

Creative Problem Solving 

Courses Covered: Creative Problem Solving

Mondays 6-8 p.m. starting 7/15

REGISTER HERE

What are the Requirements to Register? 

To qualify for the FREE soft skill micro-credentials you must be: 

• A resident of Lee County 
• 16 or older
• Able to understand English - spoken and written

How to Register

Choose the class you'd like to participate in and click "Register" to the right of it! Classes are FREE to all Lee County residents!

Contact Us!

For questions about the program or more information, contact us by emailing [email protected] or calling 239-939-6310!