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SUMMARY:Google IT Support Professional Certificate
DESCRIPTION:Virtual\, online class held Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:00 – 6:30 pm\, with some weekend and evening office hours for additional learning support.  Google\, Coursera\, and Goodwill have joined forces to provide the training and support you need to get started in an IT career with advancement potential! \nPrepare for a career in the high-growth field of information technology\, no experience or degree required.  Get professional training designed by Google and get on the fast track to landing one of the  340\,000+  great paying IT jobs currently available in the United States. \nThe average entry level salary for IT Support jobs in the U.S. is $50\,800. \nVirtual class is held  Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm\, and optional online instructor office hours scheduled throughout the week.  Students can expect to spend an additional 6-8 hours per week completing online coursework on their own. \nGoogle and Coursera have partnered to offer IT Support Professional certification. Goodwill instructors supplement the online curriculum with virtual classroom review\, practice and open computer lab hours. Coursera’s learning platform offers highly interactive training to individuals who are interested in IT careers but have little or no experience. \nThe program builds skills in key areas: Binary Code\, Customer Support\, Linux\, Troubleshooting\, Domain Name System (DNS)\, Ipv4\, Network Model\, Powershell\, Linux File Systems\, Command-Line Interface\, Directory Service\, and Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP). This program also prepares you for the CompTIA A+ exams\, the industry standard certification for IT—you’ll earn a dual credential when you complete both. \nAccording to the 2019 Google IT Certificate Impact Report\, 80% of Google IT Support Professional Certificate learners in the U.S. reported a career impact within 6 months\, such as finding a new job\, getting a raise\, or starting a new business. \nUpon completion\, you can directly apply for jobs with Google and over 130 U.S. employers\, including Walmart\, Best Buy\, and Astreya.  Click here to request more info.
URL:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/certification/it-support-professional/
LOCATION:Online Virtual Instruction
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SUMMARY:ESSENTIAL COMPUTER SKILLS - Iowa City
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Fridays 8:00 am – 10:00 am. The Essential Computer Skills OST is 24 hours of in-person classroom-based assessments and instruction that aims to build the foundational computer skills required for job search and employment success. Digital skills are in high demand\, and employers report difficulty finding workers with the required digital skills. Building computer skills can increase job-seeking success as well as build a foundation for learning additional digital skills required on the job and career advancement. Northstar Digital Literacy assessments and training provides an interactive\, hands on learning experience. We will cover Basic Computer Skills\, Internet Basics\, Using Email\, Windows 10\, Microsoft Word\, Excel\, PowerPoint\, Social Media\, Information Literacy\, and Your Digital Footprint in addition to using a virtual platform for job interviews.  Scholarships available for those without funding options. For more information please complete this form.
URL:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/certification/essential-computer-skills-iowa-city-4/
LOCATION:Iowa City Career and Support Services\, 1025 Wade Street\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Computer Skills
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SUMMARY:ESSENTIAL COMPUTER SKILLS-BURLINGTON
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday\, Wednesday\, Thursday 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm.  The Essential Computer Skills OST is 24 hours of in-person classroom-based assessments and instruction that aims to build the foundational computer skills required for job search and employment success. Digital skills are in high demand\, and employers report difficulty finding workers with the required digital skills. Building computer skills can increase job-seeking success as well as build a foundation for learning additional digital skills required on the job and career advancement. Northstar Digital Literacy assessments and training provides an interactive\, hands on learning experience. We will cover Basic Computer Skills\, Internet Basics\, Using Email\, Windows 10\, Microsoft Word\, Excel\, PowerPoint\, Social Media\, Information Literacy\, and Your Digital Footprint in addition to using a virtual platform for job interviews. Limited Scholarships available for those without funding. To request information please submit this form.
URL:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/certification/essential-computer-skills-burlington-6/
CATEGORIES:Computer Skills
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SUMMARY:Essential Computer Skills - Moline
DESCRIPTION:Held Monday – Friday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\, or by appointment\, the Essential Computer Skills OST is 24 hours of in-person classroom-based assessments and instruction that aims to build the foundational computer skills required for job search and employment success. Digital skills are in high demand\, and employers report difficulty finding workers with the required digital skills. Building computer skills can increase job-seeking success as well as build a foundation for learning additional digital skills required on the job and career advancement. Northstar Digital Literacy assessments and training provides an interactive\, hands on learning experience. Earn digital badges or certificates to show potential employers your skills. Choose as many topics to learn as you’d like: Basic Computer Skills\, Internet Basics\, Using Email\, Windows 10\, Mac OS\, Microsoft Word\, Excel\, PowerPoint\, Google Forms\, Social Media\, Information Literacy\, Supporting K-12 Learning\, and Your Digital Footprint\, in addition to using a virtual platform for job interviews. Limited Scholarships available for those without funding. For more information please submit this form.
URL:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/certification/essential-computer-skills-moline-5/
LOCATION:Moline Helms Career Center\, 4805 22nd Ave.\, Moline\, IL\, 61265\, United States
CATEGORIES:Computer Skills
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SUMMARY:Essential Computer Skills - Cedar Rapids
DESCRIPTION:Held Monday\, Tuesday\, Wednesday\, Thursday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm \, the Essential Computer Skills OST is 24 hours of in-person classroom-based assessments and instruction that aims to build the foundational computer skills required for job search and employment success. Digital skills are in high demand\, and employers report difficulty finding workers with the required digital skills. Building computer skills can increase job-seeking success as well as build a foundation for learning additional digital skills required on the job and career advancement. Northstar Digital Literacy assessments and training provides an interactive\, hands on learning experience. Choose to learn any or all of the available topics: Basic Computer Skills\, Internet Basics\, Using Email\, Windows 10\, Mac OS\, Microsoft Word\, Excel\, PowerPoint\, Google Forms\, Social Media\, Information Literacy\, Your Digital Footprint\, Supporting K-12 Distance learning\,  in addition to using a virtual platform for job interviews.  Scholarships are available for those without funding options. For more information please submit this form.
URL:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/certification/essential-computer-skills-cedar-rapids-5/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids Career and Support Services\, 1441 Blairs Ferry Road NE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52402\, United States
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