Classes: Growth & Improvement: Computers
Note: Look for the “*” for customized schedules, by appointment only.
Consumers Buying Guide to Computers, Software & Options
Class#: 16-255
Class Description: Bring your questions, comments, short stories, nightmares, & your Sunday ads to this class. We will attempt to demystify the computer world. This class will help you get those nagging questions answered like what's a good computer to buy? Do I need to buy new or should I just upgrade? What software programs come with a computer? What are the advantages of PC versus Mac? What free software is available? Why should I get a DVD burner? What's a good monitor? Should I get a scanner? What are megahertz/gigahertz (MHz/GHz) and why do they matter? Do I need an inkjet or laser printer? Should I get a name brand computer or a generic? How much RAM do I really need as a beginner? We will also discuss the differences between laptops and desktops. Sign up for this class fast because you can't wait for the answers you need to know! Oh, did I mention software? Hurry up or get left behind!
Cost: $45
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Computer Orientation*
Class#: 16-205
Class Description: Are you scared to even touch a computer because you have no idea what you’re doing? We will introduce you to one of today’s most powerful products! Learn everything you need to get you started. We will cover the basics on computer hardware, basic introductions to various software, introduce you to the internet, provide you with information on different acronyms (HTML, FTP, URL’s, etc) and get you an email address! Learn about the different things that can be done on the computer and stop being afraid! Don’t be left out, learn the basics now.
Cost: $155
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Computer Orientation II- More than the Basics*
Class#: 16-255
Class Description: This course is provided for those who are already familiar with the basic fundamentals of computers in their workplace or home. Sometimes we get frustrated because we know how to use the computer & use it on a daily basis, but the underlying concepts are still not being met. This course takes the basics a step further by going beyond the user-friendly approach of Windows and going more into detail of the "hows & whys" - we will cover more of the technical side of computers and data management. We will also cover typical troubleshooting techniques that can be done when a problem arises. Manual is provided as a guide only, course is hands-on.
Cost: $95
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Internet Basics- Hands On*
Class#: 16-211
Class Description: Get your googles ready- find out what a search engine is. In this all day workshop, you will meet Yahoo, Google, and ask.com – they will become your new best friends! Don't accept food from strangers, including cookies! Discover what FTP, IP address, http, HTML, and URL's are & how to use them. Get the most out of your e-mail! Learn how to create attachments to e-mails. Find out how to blog, what social networks are out there such as MySpace and Facebook, and what YouTube is. Find out how to get the best deals shopping, how to find jobs, how to make money and more! Also covered are spyware programs and how to avoid viruses. Get the most out of the internet today!
Cost: $95
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MS Word, Intro*
Class#: 16-230
Class Description: Word is currently the most popular word processing program in the market. Most jobs require you to have basic knowledge of Word. This is not only useful for jobs, but for school as well. You will learn how to create a basic document, edit a document, format text and paragraphs, add tables, insert graphic objects, control page appearance and proof a document. Familiarity with Windows recommended.
Cost: $95
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MS Word, Intermediate*
Class#:16-231
Class Description: After you’ve gotten down the basics, this class will give you more of an edge using MS Word. In this class we will cover how to manage lists, customize charts & tables, customize formatting, modifying pictures, inserting content, controlling text flow, using templates, automating mail merges, and using macros to automate tasks. Familiarity with basic MS Word & Windows recommended.
Cost: $95
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MS Word, Advanced
Class#:16-234
Class Description: This advanced Word course tops the cake! In this course we cover how to use MS Word with other programs, collaborating, managing document versions, adding reference marks & notes, making long documents easier to use, securing a document, creating forms & using XML in Word. Familiarity with intermediate level MS Word and Windows recommended.
Cost: $95
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MS Excel, Intro*
Class#: 16-217
Class Description: Almost all office jobs require some sort of familiarity with MS Excel. This course introduction will cover the basics of worksheets, such as: creating basic documents, editing documents, formatting text, formatting paragraphs, adding tables, inserting graphic objects, controlling page appearance, & proofing a document. This course will leave you feeling more comfortable with Excel.
Cost: $95
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MS Excel, Intermediate*
Class#: 16-217
Class Description: If you’re familiar with the basics of Excel, but would like to improve your skills, this course is for you. Our course covers: how to calculate data with advanced formulas, organizing worksheet or table data, presenting data using charts, inserting graphic objects, & customizing workbooks. We highly recommend basic knowledge of Excel. Familiarity with Windows recommended.
Cost: $95
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MS PowerPoint Level 1*
Class#: 16-210
Class Description: This class is a definite resume builder. Learn how to make a small slide presentation from scratch. This will give you an idea of your learning curve and what you will be up against in the job market. We will also cover formatting text, adding graphical objects, modifying objects, adding tables, inserting charts & preparing to deliver a presentation. Familiarity with Windows recommended.
Cost: $95
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MS PowerPoint Level 2*
Class#: 16-212
Class Description: Once you’ve conquered the basics, Level 2 will show you how to customize the PowerPoint environment, customizing a design template, adding diagrams to a presentation, adding special effects to presentations, customizing a slide show, collaborating, and securing & distributing a presentation. Familiarity with basic PowerPoint and Windows recommended.
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MS Outlook, Level 1*
Class#: 16-224
Class Description: Outlook is an effective program not only for professional purposes, but a great tool for personal use as well. Learn how to manage and prioritize your communication and time. This course will cover how to utilize the toolbars and panes, how to create an email and how to use the email tools effectively. We will cover the various management tools, calendar, tasks, notes and journal entry. We will also provide additional information to use as a guide once you leave this course. Familiarity with Windows recommended.
Cost: $95
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MS Outlook, Level 2
Class#: 16-225
Class Description: Your co-workers will be envious of your new skills! In this intermediate MS Outlook course we follow up with setting calendar options, customizing message options, tracking work activities, managing tasks, sharing folder information, customizing the Outlook environment, locating Outlook items, and working with public folders. Familiarity with basic level MS Outlook and Windows recommended.
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MS Access Intro*
Class#: 16-214
Class Description: Knowing the fundamentals of Access will open doors to many opportunities. Learn how to create and maintain a database, create and design tables. Then move on to creating and running queries in Design View and by using the Simple Query Wizard. Later, learn how to create and design forms and reports, and how to integrate Access with other MS Office programs. Familiarity with Windows recommended.
Cost: $95
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MS Project*
Class#: 16-224
Class Description: Have you ever been involved in a complex project that just did not go the way you wanted? The concept of project management exists because it helps assure completion of a project successfully. This course covers the basics of project management where you will learn what project management involves and how to approach it successfully with one of the most popular project management software out there. Familiarity with Windows recommended.
Cost: $95
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MS Publisher, Intro*
Class#: 16-226
Class Description: Turn a 3-page document into a newsletter. Create your own templates from scratch. Learn how to mix text and clipart or graphics together using MS Publisher. Create business cards, 3-panel brochures, flyers, logos, stationary, etc. Learning how to make professional layouts yourself and you'll get exactly what you want, when you want it. Familiarity with Windows recommended.
Cost: $95
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Photoshop Intro
Class#: 16-202
Class Description: Ever wonder how they touch up photos or how those special effects are made in magazines? Even with your old pictures, you want to do something more with them.
Learn all the basics of Photoshop in this course, including: cloning, cropping, adjustments, lettering, layering, and much more! After you finish this course you will be able to resize, retouch, and adjust the color and sharpness of your photos. Get more out of your digital camera!
Cost: $95
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Online Dating- Introduction To
Class#: 16-239
Class Description: Sick of the bar scene but not sure if online dating is right for you? Well this fun and informative course is the one for you! We’ll show you the best practices of online dating from choosing the right site to creating that compelling profile-ultimately helping you to find love on the World Wide Web!
Cost: $35
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Work at Home Jobs & Business- Yes, Legit Ones!
Class#:16-174
Class Description: The goal of this course is to help you find a legitimate "work from home" job and avoid scams that will cost you time and money. You should have at least a High School Education or GED. However, some "work from home" jobs do not require a GED or High School Education if you have other talents like fast typing speed or experience in computer detail such as html, java script, etc. You will need, of course, access to a computer with internet hook up. You will need time to explore the netlinks and information in this course. You must also have patience as with any new position but especially telecommuting jobs, it will take time! This course will help you to decide on what type of job you want and exactly why you want to work from home. Deciding where to begin when wanting to work from home is the first step you need to take to be successful in finding the right telecommuting job.
Cost: $45
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Kids Online Safety- Guide for Parents
Class#: 16-249
Class Description: Do you seem to always find yourself looking over your child’s shoulder to make sure they don’t access inappropriate websites? You’re not the only one! In this course we’ll cover ways to protect your child from various issues that may come about, from ensuring your child doesn’t change your pc’s setting (by downloading something) to safeguarding and blocking certain website and finally accessing a myriad of kids safety websites that your child can enjoy. You’ll feel more at ease knowing you did your best to protect your child from what shouldn’t be accessed and show them what should.
Cost: $35
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Selling with eBay & other options
Class#: 16-209
Class Description: Would you like to learn how to make extra money? Learn how to begin selling on eBay & other popular sites. We will cover everything you need to know from creating an account to shipping off your first item! Please have an email address, credit card (for buyers) and credit card and checking account (for sellers) ready to create your account (for your use only). After this introductory course you will be on your way to making some extra money!
Cost: $45
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Intro to Blogging
Class#:16-239
Class Description: People just like you are making money online–from pin money to more than $250K a year. What do they have that you don't? A blog! If you can write a letter in Word, you can blog. Starting with a budget of $0 - $20, discover how to turn your knowledge and opinions into big bucks as a successful blogger. Or use your blog to get more customers for your existing business. Learn how to set up and customize your blog (Hint: You don't have to be a techie), choose a niche, get ideas for blog posts, and attract readers. Get insider secrets about the best ways to make money with your blog and everything you need to know to get started now!
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Online Job Search
Class#: 16-156
Class Description: Are you still using the newspaper classifieds to look for a new job? It's time to enter the 21st century! If you can use a mouse & keyboard you can use the web to find new job opportunities. We will cover everything from top-notch job sites to online resume submissions. In a three hour, hands-on session, this workshop will cover how to focus your job search, how to locate websites, how to present your information, and many more online resources to help you on your way to a new career!
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Clases en ESPAÑOL
Computer Orientation- ESPAÑOL
Orientación de Computación por Primera Vez- Usuarios (PracticaManual)
Class#: 16-204
ClassDescription: ¿Se siente atemorizado aun de tocar una computadora porque no tieneidea de lo que esta haciendo? ¡Nosotros lo introduciremos con uno de losproductos más poderosos de ahora en día! Aprenda todo lo que necesita parainiciarse. Cubriremos lo básico de las herramientas de computación,introducción básica a varios almacenamientos (software), lo introduciremos alInternet, proporcionándole información de diferentes siglas (HTML, FTP, URL.Etc.) y también le proporcionaremos una dirección electrónica. ¡Aprenda todaslas diferentes cosas que se pueden hacer en una computadora y deje de tenermiedo! ¡No se quede atrás, aprenda las bases ahora!
Cost: $155
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Internet Basics ESPAÑOL
Class#:16-217
Class Description: En este curso aprenderan las basicas sobre el Internet. Conoceran aYahoo, Google, y Ask.com. Descubre lo que FTP, IP address, HTML, y URLsignifican, y como utilizarlos. Conoce los beneficios de tener un Email y comocrear su propio. Conoce los sitios mas populares como Myspace, Facebook y Youtube. Es recomendado saber un poco de Windows antes de atender estaclase. Aprende como comprar mercancia, ordenar regalos, y hasta encontrar trabajo en el internet. Aprende todo lo que se puede hacer en el internet en este curso.
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Word Intro -ESPAÑOL
Introducción al Sistema Word
Class#:16-230
ClassDescription:Word es actualmente uno de losmás populares programas del procesador de palabras en el mercado. La mayoría de los trabajos requieren quetenga usted los conocimientos básicos de Word. Este no es solo útil para losempleos sino también para la escuela. Aprenderán como crear documentos basicos, cartas, faxes, documentos, etiquetas, sobres,etc. Cortar, Copiar, Pegar, Mover Texto, también podrá acomodar el texto, ycontrolar la aparencia del documento.Recomendamos altamente que tengafamiliaridad con Windows antes de tomar estecurso.
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Excel Intro - ESPAÑOL
Introducciónal Programa Excel
Class#: 16-218
Class Description: En casi todos los trabajos de oficina se requiere alguna clase de familiaridad con la programa de Microsft Excel. Este curso de introducción cubrirá todo lo básico de las paginas de trabajo, tales como: formatear texto /números, y cálculos. También veremos todo sobre como crear formulas, trazos y como filtrar y sortear todo lo de su información. Este curso de 6 horas los dejara sintiéndose mas confortable con este programa de Excel. Es recomendado saber un poco de Excel basico y Windows.
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MS PowerPoint, Intro - ESPAÑOL
Class#: 16-211
Class Description: ¡Aprenda que tan poderoso puede ser el Programa de PowerPoint! Desde una presentación profesional hasta mensajes personales, podrán tener los conocimientos suficientes para crear una súper diapositiva. ¡Cubriremos todo los básico desde partes de arte, estilo en transparencias, animaciones, cajas de texto, notas de páginas, propaganda y mucho mas! Le mostraremos como incorporar otros Sistemas de programas en el PowerPoint para darle aun mas efecto a su presentación.
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MS Publisher, Intro ESPAÑOL
Class#: 16-227
Class Description: Aprende como mezclar texto con arte grafica usando MS Publisher. Haz tus propias tarjetas de negocio, crea tus propios folletos, volantes, logos, etc. Te enseñaremos como hacer composiciónes estilo profecional para que obtengas el diseño que tu quieras, cuando quieras! Es recomendado saber un poco de Windows antes de atender esta clase.
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Selling with eBay ESPAÑOL
Haciendo Dinero con eBay y otros sitios
Class#: 16-208
Class Description: Gustaria saber como hacer dinero extra? Aprenderemos como vender cosas en Ebay. Hablaremos desde todo lo que se necesita saber para abrir una cuenta, hasta como mandar tus productos por correo. Cuenta de Email y tarjeta de credito son requeridos para compradores. Tarjeta de credito y cuenta de cheque son requeridas para vendedores. Despues de este curso estaras en camino hacia hacer dinero extra. Es recomendado saber un poco de Windows y usar el Internet antes de atender esta clase.
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Online Job Search ESPAÑOL
Búsqueda de Empleos en Línea
Class#: 16-156
Class Description: ¿Aun esta usando los clasificados del periódico para buscar un nuevo empleo? ¡Ya es tiempo que entre al siglo 21! Si puede usar un “ratón” y un teclado puede usar la red para encontrar nuevas oportunidades de trabajo. Cubriremos todo acerca de los principales sitios para empleo en línea y también la manera de enviar su historial de trabajo o resumes. ¡En una sesión de tres horas hábiles, en este taller se vera como enfocarse a la búsqueda de empleo, como localizar sitios en la red, como presentar su información, y muchos otros recursos en línea que le ayudaran en su camino hacia una nueva carrera!
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