Workforce Development and Community Education: Fall 2022

Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce | 10 CAREER & WORKFORCE TRAINING HYBRID Entry-Level IT Helpdesk Technician This certificate program will prepare you to earn the CompTIA A+ certification. The course provides hands-on instruction, covering the skills required to assemble, refurbish, upgrade, configure and troubleshoot personal computers. The skills you will gain will give you a clear understanding of network, hardware, security, software, server, virtualization, management, as well as troubleshooting mobile devices. Additionally, you will benefit from attending a Career Development session once per week to refine your job search skills so that you are successful finding employment in the IT field. To sign up, visit www.sunywcc.edu/locations/technician-application. For more information including class schedule, contact Eridania Camacho at 914-606-7558. COMPUTER ESSENTIALS IN-PERSON Get Organized: Manage Your Computer Files Organizing and managing your files is essential for the workplace and for the home. Learn best practices to organize your files; create and organize folders; search for files; work with shortcuts. This is a must-have skill! CE-COMP 2002, $153 Sec. A-Windows 10: 2 T/Th, Sept. 20 & 22, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-215. #90280 Sec. B-Windows 11: 2 Sun., Nov. 13 & 20, 10:00 am-1:00 pm, GTW-215. #90284 IN-PERSON Digital Literacy for Life and the Workplace Whether you are new to computers or want to enhance your computer skills, this course is for you. Increase your computer literacy with techniques and shortcuts. Build your confidence and gain control of your computer by managing, organizing, and searching for your files and folders. Learn the benefits of different internet browsers and search engines, as you manage your email folders and attachments. Learn to use the basic features of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 365, three of the most fundamental software programs used in everyday life, educational and professional settings. All participants will be provided Microsoft Office 365 access upon activation of their SUNY Westchester Community College account. This class is best suited for Windows, not Mac. CE-COMP 2235, $496 (+ textbook) Sec. A-Windows 10: 8 T/Th, Oct. 6-Nov. 1, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-215. #90281 Sec. B-Windows 11: 7 Sun., Sept. 11-Oct. 30 (skip 9/25), 10:00 am-1:30 pm, GTW-215. P Gedney. #90350 IN-PERSON Digital Literacy for Life and the Workplace: The Next Level Go beyond the basics with the latest version of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint--three of the most fundamental software programs used in educational and professional settings. Learn to Mail Merge and work with images, section breaks, columns, styles, tables, headers, and footers in Word. Apply advanced formatting techniques to your spreadsheets and work with dates and lookup functions in Excel. Create presentations that include charts, tables, and hyperlinks. Prepare a presentation for delivery with PowerPoint. Prerequisite: Digital Literacy for Life and the Workplace or equivalent experience. This class is best suited for Windows, not Mac. CE-COMP 2173, 6 T/Th, Nov. 3-22, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, GTW-215, $403 (+ textbook). #90282 IN-PERSON Keyboarding for Accuracy and Speed This course provides students with the basic skills necessary to learn touch-typing on a computer keyboard. The ability to type faster and more accurately saves time and increases productivity. A great course for anyone who uses the computer, including healthcare professionals who have to make entries in patient electronic records. Only basic computer operational skills are required for this hands-on class. CE-COMP 2016, 9 Sat., Sept. 17-Nov. 12, 9:00-11:00 am, GTW-203, $217. #90283 IN-PERSON Advanced Keyboarding If you want to improve your existing typing skills, this course is for you. Concentration will be on building upon the skills acquired in the beginning keyboarding classes by improving speed and accuracy. Students will become familiar with typing text from various media, printed page, dictation, and the computer screen. Emphasis will be on mastering proper finger to key usage and demonstrate proficiency using skill building exercises. The student will be able to type faster and more accurately which will save time and increases productivity. This course will also focus on the symbols and numerical keys found on a keyboard. CE-COMP 2149, 4 M/W, Nov. 14-28 (skip 11/23), 6:00-8:00 pm, GTW-203, $165. J Heatley. #90349 The Certification Center at SUNY Westchester Community College Through the Division of Workforce Development and Community Education, The Certification Center at SUNY Westchester Community College offers a wide range of industry-recognized certification exams designed to take your career to the next level. Our Certification Center is a convenient, professional space that welcomes current students, alumni, and all members of the community. As of the printing of this brochure, exams are still being administered by appointment through Exams from Home. https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Support/Install/Exams-from-Home/Test-Candidate.aspx Email Michele.Maya@sunywcc.edu to schedule your exam. Proctor fees apply. In need of a flexible schedule? Try our online self-paced Keyboarding class: www.ed2go.com/sunywcc.edu/online-courses/keyboarding/

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