Computer Technology

From the new computer user to the IT professional, we have the training and certifications you need to advance to the next level.

CBIZ offers a new certificates in the area of Office Productivity.

Computer Skills in the Workplace Level I & Level II Certificate
This hands-on program is for those who need or want to learn more about the world of computers using Microsoft programs. In Level I, students will learn the essentials of computing for today's technological workplace learning fundamental concepts and functions of a wide variety of computer software applications. Level II will take the skills learned in Level I to the next level gaining a deeper working knowledge of the computer software applications. These certificates will help a student in a cross section of occupations. A final project will be due at each level that will access and review the concepts covered in the program. Level I is recommended prior to Level II, but not required.

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Office Productivity

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Course Date
Word Basics 10/31/2023
Word Intermediate  11/7/2023
Word Advanced 1/16/2024
Excel Basics 10/2/2023
Excel Basics 10/21/2023
Excel Basics 11/28/2023
Excel Intermediate 10/9/2023
Excel Intermediate 11/11/2023
Excel Intermediate 1/30/2024
Excel Advanced 10/16/2023
Excel Advanced 12/9/2023
Excel Advanced 2/6/2024
Basic Computer Essentials 10/17/2023
Access Basics 12/5/2023
Access Intermediate 2/20/2024
Access Advanced 2/27/2024
Outlook Basics 10/24/2023
PowerPoint Basics 11/14/2023
PowerPoint Intermediate 1/23/2024

Office Productivity

Word Basics
In this course, you will gain basic proficiency with Microsoft Word. Discover the best and fastest ways to perform everyday tasks. Learn how to create and edit documents, format characters and paragraphs, create and manage tables, control page layout, work with web features, instant message, and much more. You’ll be able to practice what you learn in this hands-on course. New users of previous Word versions will also benefit. This course is approved for the Computer Skills for the Workplace Level I Certificate.

#91222   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 B Williams-Lowe
  T & Th, Oct 31 & Nov 2 8 AM - Noon

 

 

 


Word Intermediate
Topics covered include working with sections and columns, formatting tables, working with Excel data, working with styles, headers and footers, printing labels and envelopes, working with graphics and objects, document templates, and managing document revisions. Pre-requisite: Word Basics or equivalent knowledge. This course is approved for the Computer Skills for the Workplace Level I Certificate.

#91223   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 B Williams-Lowe
  T & Th, Nov 7 & 9 8 AM - Noon

 

 

 


Word Advanced
Topics covered in this class include working with  forms, working with large documents, creating  macros, customizing menus and toolbars, using  XML features, and sharing Word documents.  Pre-requisite: Word Intermediate or equivalent  knowledge. This course is approved for the Computer Skills for the Workplace Level II Certificate.

#91224   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 B Williams-Lowe
  T & Th, Jan 16 & 18 8 AM - Noon

 

 

 


Excel Basics
Work with numbers? Then you need to learn Excel. In this class, you will use Excel and discover dozens of shortcuts and tricks for setting up fully formatted worksheets quickly and efficiently. You’ll benefit from hands-on activities covering creating and editing workbooks, modifying worksheets, using calculations, formatting worksheets, and managing large workbooks. Experience with Windows is recommended. New users of previous Excel versions will also benefit. This course is approved for the Computer Skills in the Workplace Level I Certificate.

#91199   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 B Williams-Lowe
  M & W, Oct 2 & 4 1 - 5 PM

 

 

 

#91193   $159
  SCC MP, 203 J Ita
  S, Oct 21 8 AM - 4:30 PM
#91227   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 B Williams-Lowe
  T & Th, Nov 28 & 30 8 AM - Noon

 

 

 


Excel Intermediate
Continue with your Excel proficiencies by learning the benefits of the more advanced features of Excel. Topics covered include using multiple worksheets and workbooks, customizing Excel, working with functions, list and data analyzing, and management. You will also be working on visualizing data with charts and using PivotTables and PivotCharts. Pre-requisite: Excel Basics or equivalent knowledge. This course is approved for the Computer Skills in the Workplace Level II Certificate.

#91200   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 B Williams-Lowe
  M & W, Oct 9 & 11 1 - 5 PM

 

 

 

#91208   $159
  SCC MTP Center, 203 J Ita
  S, Nov 11 8 AM - 4:30 PM
#91195   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 B Williams-Lowe
  T & Th, Jan 30 & Feb 1 8 AM - Noon

 

 

 

 

 

 


Excel Advanced
In Excel Advanced, students will discover how to forecast data. Learn the advantages of working with multiple worksheets and workbooks in consolidating data and using lookup functions and formula auditing. This class will not only go through the automating workbook functionality but also give you the know how to share and protect workbooks and create Sparkline and mapping data. Pre-requisite: Excel Intermediate or equivalent knowledge. This course is approved for the Computer Skills in the Workplace Level II Certificate.

#91201   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 B Williams-Lowe
  M & W, Oct 16 & 18 1 - 5 PM

 

 

 

#91198   $159
  SCC MP, 203 J Ita
  S, Dec 9 8 AM - 4:30 PM
#91209   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 B Williams-Lowe
  T & Th, Feb 6 & 8 8 AM - Noon

Basic Computer Essentials
Feel like you need to know more about computers? This course is the starting point and is targeted to individuals who do not have any background, knowledge, or experience in computers and needs to use personal computers at home or in the office. Learn how to use a computer in a fun and relaxed environment. A step-by-step approach will be utilized to cover the Windows operating system, word processing, working with files, Internet and email. This course will provide fundamental computer competencies to survive and prosper in today's fast-changing world. No computer experience necessary.

#91221   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 B Williams-Lowe
  T & Th,  Oct 17 & 19 8 AM - Noon

 

 



Access Basics
This course will take you from knowing litle or nothing about databases and Access to a basic level of understanding. Topics include database concepts, databases and tables, fields and records, data entry rules, simple queries, using forms, creating and modifying reports, and much more. You'll practice what you learn in this hand-on course. This course is approved for the Computer Skills for the Workplace Level I Certificate.

#91215   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 M Shaffer
  T & Th, Dec 5 & 7 8 AM - Noon

 

 

 


Access Intermediate
This course will take you from knowing litle or nothing about databases and Access to a basic level of understanding. Topics include database concepts, databases and tables, fields and records, data entry rules, simple queries, using forms, creating and modifying reports, and much more. You'll practice what you learn in this hand-on course. This course is approved for the Computer Skills for the Workplace Level II Certificate.

#91216   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 M Shaffer
  T & Th Feb 20 & 22 8 AM - Noon

 

 

 


Access Advanced
Students will learn how to: query with SQL; use crosstab, parameter, and action queries, create and run macros; import, export, and link database objects; optimize, replicate, and synchronize databases; and maintain database security. Prerequisite: Access Intermediate or equivalent knowledge. This course is approved for the Computer Skills for the Workplace Level II Certificate.

#91218   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 M Shaffer
  T & Th, Feb 27 & 29 8 AM - Noon

 

 

 


Outlook Basics
Are you overwhelmed by emails, meetings, and to-do lists? In this course you'll learn how to manage the flood of emails , creating folders and archives, how to keep track of your contacts and how to use Outlook's Calendar and Alert features.  Find out how to customize Outlook so it perfectly meets your needs, and discover how to automate your work with rules. Whether you're new to Outlook or you've been using it for years, you're sure to learn something useful in every lesson. This course is approved for the Computer Skills for the Workplace Level I Certificate.

#91203   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 B Williams-Lowe
  T & Th, Oct 24 & 26 8 AM - Noon

 

 

 


PowerPoint Basics
PowerPoint is used to create presentations that can combine text, graphics, charts, clip art, and WordArt. These presentations can then be shown at internal business meetings, sales calls, and training events. Additional topics include building new presentations, formatting slides, using drawing tools, working with graphics, using tables and charts, and modifying the proofing presentations. Experience with Windows is recommended.  This course is approved for the Computer Skills for the Workplace Level I Certificate.

#91204   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 B Williams-Lowe
  T & Th, Nov 14 & 16 8 AM - Noon

 

 

 


PowerPoint Intermediate
Learn to deliver presentations across mutilple venues, while keeping information confidential. PowerPoint Intermediate will help you make your presentations interesting, informative and memorable. Given all the variables, it may seem an overwhelming task to deliver your content, on time, to all audiences, and to only those who need to see it. This course will give you a variety of robust tools to help you deliver your content easily, quickly and for any situation. This course is approved for the Computer Skills for the Workplace Level II Certificate.

#91207   $159
  SCC CBIZ, 110 B Williams-Lowe
  T & Th, Jan 23 & 25 8 AM - Noon

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