The National Statler Center is accepting applications from blind, visually impaired and disabled individuals seeking careers in the customer service and hospitality industries. Offered is a ten-week course in:

·         Hospitality

·         Hotels

·         Tourism

Classes begin July 6 and continue through Sept. 15.

The Statler also offers a seven- week course by its Statler Training and Employment Connection for customer service training for:

·         Call centers

·         Financial

·         Medical offices

·         Transportation and

·         Communication fields

Classes begin July 6 and run through Aug. 24.

Students are taught business and technology skills using Microsoft Office Suite and assistive technologies. Personal job-search assistance is provided for graduates. Job placement rate after graduation is currently 82 percent. For information, call Jeff Pease at 888-4526 or visit www.statlercenter.org for additional information.  Tuition assistance is available.