Academic Catalog

New Choices Career Development Program

New Choices

Marple Campus - 610-359-5232
Academic Bldg, Room 2182
Email: newchoices@dccc.edu
www.dccc.edu/new-choices-career-development-program

The College's New Choices Career Development Program is a free program for adults who are in transition and wish to refresh their skills and goals. Services provided may include:

  • Career Assessment
  • Career Counseling/Planning
  • Résumé Preparation 
  • Interview Instruction/Practice
  • Skills Identification
  • Job Search Strategy and Labor Market Trends
  • Referrals/Connections to Community Resources
  • Exploration of Education/Training Resources
  • LinkedIn Assistance/Review
  • Salary Negotiation
  • Word and Excel Training

New Choices

New Choices is a free, statewide career development course with 39 years of success in empowering Pennsylvanians with the skills, resources and support they need to find meaningful employment. Through in-person and virtual classes and one-on-one career coaching, the program is designed to give participants individualized attention and training to help each person achieve personally and professionally. Each year, at least 75% of our students are successful in obtaining work or furthering their education. 

Through New Choices, job seekers undergo career exploration, set professional goals, develop a winning resume, practice interviewing techniques, and navigate the job search process. Ultimately, our New Choices clients join a community that provides the expertise and support that builds confidence and leads to success. New Choices is a program of Pennsylvania Women Work and is provided at no cost to all job-seekers thanks to funding from the Department of Labor and Industry.