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Please note: On the last Friday of every month, all St. Charles offices will be closed at 2 pm.

 

Classes will continue as scheduled.

 

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Phone: 905.577.0555

email: info@stcharles.ca


 

Bob Goodwin, 
Principal
St. Charles Adult Education Centres

 


Computer Workshops

Quick Facts

Requirements

  • Grade 10 English or CLBPT Level 5 or higher

  • 18 years old of age or older

Application Process

 

Please register and pay at least ONE WEEK before start of workshop.  Placements cannot be guaranteed otherwise.  Registered students will be called if classes are cancelled.  

 

Click here to register On-line (PayPal payments only)

Please disregard any e-mail messages you may receive  regarding guidance counsellors.

 

or

 

Come in person to sign up and pay. CASH ONLY
Office open: Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 3 pm (Sept-July), Mon 6-9 pm (Sept - June)

 

NOTE: There is no registration over the phone

 

Fees

 

Various - See schedule

 

Refunds are only given five or more working days before the start date or if the class is cancelled.

 

When

 

Various  - See schedule

 

Please note that starting in 2012, we will no longer be offering Saturday classes.

 

Program doesn't run in the summer.

 

Where

 

150  East 5th St. (Mountain)

Only the Brucedale (parking lot) entrance is open Nights/Sat. 


E-mail ReminderClick to receive an e-mail reminder when the classes start, (please don't change the subject line).  We will not sell or give out your e-mail address to other companies.


General Information

 

  • Computer WorkshopsBasic classes available for those with no previous experience in computers

  • Different levels for those seeking to upgrade their computer skills

  • CLICK HERE FOR SCHEDULE!

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Workshops


Click to Jump: Getting Started - Fun With Computers - Internet - Word - Excel


Click here for detailed Course Outlines for Getting Started Basic and Advanced

 

Getting Started - Basic (9 hrs) $40 cash only

 

Where to start if you haven't worked with a computer before or need to enhance your existing knowledge. Uses Windows XP.

 

Computer basics; printers; buying a computer;  Windows; Control Panel; managing your desktop.

 

Note: This is a very basic class.  If you already go on the Internet and check your e-mail, you won't need it.

 

No previous computer experience required

 

Feb 13, 15, 22

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Click for online registration (need PayPal account)
April 2, 4, 11

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Click for online registration (need PayPal account)

 

PLACEMENTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED UNLESS YOU REGISTER AND PAY ONE WEEK BEFORE START OF CLASS. THERE IS NO REGISTRATION OVER THE PHONE.

 

Getting Started - Advanced  (9 hrs) $40 cash only

 

Learn more about the regular procedures involved in using a computerStudents should bring their own flash media drive to class (see picture below). These can be purchased at any electronics/computer/department store.  Any size is fine.

 

 

Organize (move, copy) files and folders; using a flash media drive (USB stick); scanning; searching files; defragging (speeding up the computer);  Add/Remove programs, desktop shortcuts; more Control Panel

Prerequisite: Getting Started - Basic or existing computer basics knowledge

 

May 14, 16, 23

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Click for online registration (need PayPal account)
June 11, 12, 14

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Click for online registration (need PayPal account)

 

PLACEMENTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED UNLESS YOU REGISTER AND PAY ONE WEEK BEFORE START OF CLASS. THERE IS NO REGISTRATION OVER THE PHONE.

 

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Fun With Computers (9 hrs) $40 cash only

 

Learn to have fun with your computer and related accessories.

 

Digital cameras, pictures, computerized music files (MP3), scanners, making (burning) CD's and  more.  To use most of the things learned in this course at home, you should have Windows XP or Vista

Prerequisite: Getting Started - Basic or existing computer basics knowledge

 

April 3, 10, 12

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Click for online registration (need PayPal account)

 

PLACEMENTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED UNLESS YOU REGISTER AND PAY ONE WEEK BEFORE START OF CLASS. THERE IS NO REGISTRATION OVER THE PHONE.

 

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Internet Techniques (12 hrs) $80 cash only

 

Using the Internet and e-mail for business and recreation.  

 

Surf the web;  search the Internet; download programs, pictures and files; print web pages; e-mail options

Prerequisite: Getting Started - Basic or existing computer basics knowledge

 

Feb 9, 16, 21, 23

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Click for online registration (need PayPal account)
May 15, 17, 22, 24

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Click for online registration (need PayPal account)

 

PLACEMENTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED UNLESS YOU REGISTER AND PAY ONE WEEK BEFORE START OF CLASS. THERE IS NO REGISTRATION OVER THE PHONE.

 

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Click here for detailed Course Outlines for a

 

Word Level 1 (12 hrs) $80 cash only

 

Creating letters, resumes, etc.  Essential for office work and home use. Version 2007

 

Enhance text; format lines, paragraphs and pages; inserting characters and symbols; find and replace; spell checker and thesaurus; copy, cut & paste, and more

Prerequisite: Getting Started - Basic or existing computer basics knowledge

 

Note: If you can design a decent resume in Word on your own, you do not need this level

 

Feb 28, March 1, 6, 8 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click for online registration (need PayPal account)
April 17, 19, 24, 26 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click for online registration (need PayPal account)

 

PLACEMENTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED UNLESS YOU REGISTER AND PAY ONE WEEK BEFORE START OF CLASS. THERE IS NO REGISTRATION OVER THE PHONE.

 

Word Level 2 (12 hrs) $80 cash only

 

Organizing multiple page documents and information. Essential for office work. Version 2007

 

Headers/footers; table of contents; indexes; tables; columns; labels and envelopes; page numbering; import spreadsheets; merge files to produce mass mailings.

Prerequisite: Word Level 1 or equivalent

 

March 20, 22, 27, 29

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Click for online registration (need PayPal account)
May 1, 3, 8, 10

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Click for online registration (need PayPal account)

 

PLACEMENTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED UNLESS YOU REGISTER AND PAY ONE WEEK BEFORE START OF CLASS. THERE IS NO REGISTRATION OVER THE PHONE.

 

Microsoft Word Level 3 (12 hrs) $80 cash only

 

Using pictures with Word and more. Good for marketing-related tasks or for fun.  Good for advanced administrative positions. Version 2007

 

Create flyers, newsletters and brochures; graphics, lines, boxes; creating web pages; macros

Prerequisite: Word Level 2 or equivalent

 

May 29, 31, June 5, 7 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click for online registration (need PayPal account)

 

PLACEMENTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED UNLESS YOU REGISTER AND PAY ONE WEEK BEFORE START OF CLASS. THERE IS NO REGISTRATION OVER THE PHONE.

 

Microsoft Word Level 4 (12 hrs) $80 cash only

 

Become a Word Expert. Good for advanced administrative positions. Version 2007

 

Paragraph shading; text flow; sort and import data; advanced find and replace; master/sub documents; add comments; protect documents; track changes. 

Prerequisite: Word Level 3 or equivalent

 

Jan 24, 26, 31, Feb 2 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click for online registration (need PayPal account)
June 19, 21, 26, 28 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click for online registration (need PayPal account)

 

PLACEMENTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED UNLESS YOU REGISTER AND PAY ONE WEEK BEFORE START OF CLASS. THERE IS NO REGISTRATION OVER THE PHONE.

 

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Click to Jump: Getting Started - Fun With Computers - Internet - Word - Excel


Click here for detailed Course Outlines for all levels of Excel

 

Microsoft Excel Level 1 (12 hrs) $80 cash only

 

Dealing with numbers, budgets, sales figures, etc.  Essential for office work. Version 2007

 

Enter, edit and format labels and values; create simple formulas; produce charts; print spreadsheets. 

Prerequisite: Getting Started - Basic or existing computer basics knowledge

 

Feb 27, 29, March 5, 7 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click for online registration (need PayPal account)
April 16, 18, 23, 25 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click for online registration (need PayPal account)

 

PLACEMENTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED UNLESS YOU REGISTER AND PAY ONE WEEK BEFORE START OF CLASS. THERE IS NO REGISTRATION OVER THE PHONE.

 

 Microsoft Excel Level 2 (12 hrs) $80 cash only

 

Advanced number crunching.  Essential for office work. Version 2007

 

Use shortcuts; manipulate data; use filters; pivot tables; sort data; advanced formulas; customize charts and graphs; link multiple sheets.  Version XP

Prerequisite: Excel Level 1 or equivalent

 

March 19, 21, 26, 28 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click for online registration (need PayPal account)
April 30, May 2, 7, 9 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click for online registration (need PayPal account)

 

PLACEMENTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED UNLESS YOU REGISTER AND PAY ONE WEEK BEFORE START OF CLASS. THERE IS NO REGISTRATION OVER THE PHONE.

 

Microsoft Excel Level 3 (12 hrs) $80 cash only

 

Advanced data management. Good for advanced administrative positions.  Version 2007

 

Querying; subtotals; scenarios; goal seeking; macros, customize toolbars, integrate worksheets and charts with other applications.

Prerequisite: Excel Level 2 or equivalent

 

May 28, 30, June 4, 6 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click for online registration (need PayPal account)

 

PLACEMENTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED UNLESS YOU REGISTER AND PAY ONE WEEK BEFORE START OF CLASS. THERE IS NO REGISTRATION OVER THE PHONE.

 

Microsoft Excel Level 4 (12 hrs) $80 cash only

 

Become an Excel expert. Good for advanced administrative positions.  Version 2007

 

Format text; , use web page preview; advanced functions and formulas; import and export data; templates; look up functions; auditing, data analysis; track changes

Prerequisite: Excel Level 3 or equivalent

 

June 18, 20, 25, 27 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click for online registration (need PayPal account)

 

PLACEMENTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED UNLESS YOU REGISTER AND PAY ONE WEEK BEFORE START OF CLASS. THERE IS NO REGISTRATION OVER THE PHONE.

 

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Certificate Programs

Generalist Certificate

This program of study provides students with skills in various software applications relevant to the business world. In order to earn a Generalist Certificate, students must complete ALL the following core courses:

  • Word Level 1, Level 2

  • Excel Level 1, Level 2

and any TWO additional courses.

Specialist Certificate

Specialist Certificates are available in three categories: Word Processing, Spreadsheets and Presentations. In order to earn a Specialist Certificate, students must complete ALL levels of a selected category:

Word Processing:
Word Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 & Level 4

Spreadsheets:
Excel Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 & Level 4

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