Post by Editor on Jun 1, 2009 11:14:28 GMT -5
Take advantage of free computer classes before they end
KEWANEE, Ill. – Black Hawk College’s free Tech Savvy classes are helping area residents learn computer skills critical to employment and useful to a better life. Anyone who needs computer skills should act now because the program is scheduled to end June 30 unless additional grant funds become available.
Classes are held at the Black Hawk College Community Education Center, 404 E. 3rd St., Kewanee. Upcoming classes include:
· Job Opportunities on the Net
In this eight-hour class, students will gain basic computer skills for work, prepare a resume, and learn how to find and apply for jobs on the Internet. Choose from four, two-day sessions – June 1 and June 3; June 8-9; June 15 and June 17; or June 22-23.
· Computer Productivity Certificate
These classes are for individuals with no computer experience or those wanting to improve their skills for better jobs or ease of use. Classes will cover topics such as keyboarding, basic computer skills, introduction to the Internet, word processing, spreadsheets and more. The classes are self-paced but instructors are available on-site. Individuals can drop in any time Monday through Thursday between 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Although there is no fee for classes, students are asked to give back by volunteering in the community.
Tech Savvy is sponsored by Black Hawk College, the Kewanee Economic Development Corporation, the Kewanee School District and other area partners.
For more information or to register, call (309) 854-1875.
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KEWANEE, Ill. – Black Hawk College’s free Tech Savvy classes are helping area residents learn computer skills critical to employment and useful to a better life. Anyone who needs computer skills should act now because the program is scheduled to end June 30 unless additional grant funds become available.
Classes are held at the Black Hawk College Community Education Center, 404 E. 3rd St., Kewanee. Upcoming classes include:
· Job Opportunities on the Net
In this eight-hour class, students will gain basic computer skills for work, prepare a resume, and learn how to find and apply for jobs on the Internet. Choose from four, two-day sessions – June 1 and June 3; June 8-9; June 15 and June 17; or June 22-23.
· Computer Productivity Certificate
These classes are for individuals with no computer experience or those wanting to improve their skills for better jobs or ease of use. Classes will cover topics such as keyboarding, basic computer skills, introduction to the Internet, word processing, spreadsheets and more. The classes are self-paced but instructors are available on-site. Individuals can drop in any time Monday through Thursday between 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Although there is no fee for classes, students are asked to give back by volunteering in the community.
Tech Savvy is sponsored by Black Hawk College, the Kewanee Economic Development Corporation, the Kewanee School District and other area partners.
For more information or to register, call (309) 854-1875.
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