Can't make the 6-month commitment? Check out our 1-Day Workshops about Computers and Job-Searching: July 2009 Schedule

Computer Skills Training (Basic & Intermediate):

The Computer Skills class has 3 components:
- Living Online (internet & email)
- Key Applications (Word, Excel, etc.)
- Computing Fundamentals (hardware & software basics)

At the end of 6 months, each student can earn an Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3) certification

The class prepares students to work as Administrative Assistants or in other office careers.

The instructor will teach a lesson each day, and then students move at their own pace through the materials.

Course graduates may go on to Goodwill’s advanced IT Technician training program (see below).

Class Times: We have 2 class times
- 8-10am, M-F, for 6 months
- 1-3pm, M-F, for 6 months

Students may join the class at any time of year.
 
Requirements:
- 8th grade level in math, reading, and language (in English)
- Ability to make 6-month commitment to attend class M-F
- Desire to be placed in a job at the end of the class

Tuition is based on income.

To get started, call 650.642.0055

“I didn’t know anything about computers before I came here. Now I have a career in IT.”
- Jamal Garner (pictured to the left)

IT Technician Training (Advanced):

The IT Technician class prepares the student for an IT Help Desk job:
- Repairing PCs
- Installing software
- Trouble-shooting

We offer optional concurrent paid internships for high-achieving students, in computer refurbishing, computer service, or IT support – 10 hours per week.

At the end of the 6-month class, each student can earn the A+ credential, which is recognized worldwide as the only vendor-neutral standard for computer service technicians.

Graduates will receive help with job placement in IT Helpdesk jobs – starting wage is $15 to $20 per hour.

Class time: M-F, 6-9pm, for 6 months

Students may start the class on June 1st or December 1st.

Requirements:
- 8th grade reading level (in English)
- Ability to make 6-month commitment to attend class M-F, 6-9pm
- Desire to be placed in a job at the end of the class
- Some foundational knowledge of computer technologies
- The aptitude to learn a large volume of information in a relatively short period of time.
- Interest in a career in IT technical support

Tuition is based on income.

To get started, call 650.642.0055

“The A+ class is a major step up in my IT career. Now I’ll be able to take better care of my kids.”
- Everett Perkins (pictured to the left)