BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Goodwill of the Heartland - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Goodwill of the Heartland X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.goodwillheartland.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Goodwill of the Heartland REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T110000 DTSTAMP:20260825T140450Z CREATED:20260825T140450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T140450Z UID:10001345-1785835800-1796295600@www.goodwillheartland.org SUMMARY:Google IT Support Professional DESCRIPTION: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! \nThis course meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 – 11:00 am virtually or in-person at our Iowa City location. \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. \nStudents 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. \nUpon completion\, you can directly apply for jobs with Google and over 200 U.S. employers\, including Walmart\, Best Buy\, and Astreya. \nThe American Council on Education recommends a total of 10 college credits for successfully completing this course. \nFor more information\, please complete this form:  \n\n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n Phone*Additional commentsPlease provide us with any additional information you want us to know prior to being contacted.\n Send Request URL:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/certification/google-it-support-professional-13/ LOCATION:Online Virtual Instruction CATEGORIES:Computer Skills,Customer Service,Cybersecurity,Cybersecurity,Information Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/computer-man-1200.png ORGANIZER;CN="Goodwill of the Heartland":MAILTO:awinslow@goodwillheartland.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T170000 DTSTAMP:20260825T141657Z CREATED:20260825T141657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T141657Z UID:10001346-1787067000-1798045200@www.goodwillheartland.org SUMMARY:Google Data Analytics DESCRIPTION:Attend Data Analytics course virtually through Zoom or in person at our Iowa City location\, Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30 – 5:00 pm\, August 18 – December 23. \nPrepare for a new career in the high-growth field of data analytics\, no experience or degree required. Get professional training designed by Google and have the opportunity to connect with top employers. There are over 251\,000 open jobs in data analytics with a median entry-level salary of $95\,000 in the U.S.¹ \nData analytics is the collection\, transformation\, and organization of data in order to draw conclusions\, make predictions\, and drive informed decision making. \nOver 8 courses\, gain in-demand skills that prepare you for an entry-level job. You’ll learn from Google employees whose foundations in data analytics served as launchpads for their own careers. At under 10 hours per week\, you can complete the certificate in less than 6 months. \nUpon completion\, you can directly apply for jobs with Google and over 150 U.S. employers\, including Deloitte\, Target\, Verizon\, and of course\, Google. \nAdditionally\, all Google Career Certificates include an optional course\, Accelerate Your Job Search with AI. This course empowers you to navigate your job search efficiently and confidently\, guiding you to use AI to create a job search plan\, professional pitch\, resume\, and more. \n75% of certificate graduates report a positive career outcome (e.g.\, new job\, promotion\, or raise) within six months of completion² \n¹Lightcast™ U.S. Job Postings (2024: Jan. 1\, 2024 – Dec. 31\, 2024) \n²Based on program graduate survey\, United States 2022 \nData Analytics is a 19-week online training designed to provide learners with knowledge and skills required to be qualified candidates for junior data analyst\, associate data analyst\, and database administrator. \nThe training includes 228 hours of virtual curriculum and 57 classroom hours and the opportunity to connect with businesses who hire data analyst candidates. \nUnderstanding the foundations of data\, effective decision making\, efficient processing skills\, analyzing data to answer questions\, and R Programming will be taught through video presentations\, activities\, quizzes\, and projects on the Coursera platform. This course also covers work readiness\, career navigation and soft skills training to jump start your new career! \nFor more information\, please complete this form: \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n Phone*Which certification are you interested in?*Automation with Python (Google)Customer Service & SalesCustodial TechnicianCybersecurity Professional (Google)Data Analytics (Google)Digital Marketing & eCommerce Professional (Google)Essential Computer Skills for EmploymentHospitality Guest Service ProfessionalHospitality Food Service CareersHospitality Guest Room AttendantHospitality Maintenance TechnicianHospitality Front Desk RepresentativeIT Support Professional (Google)ServSafe Food HandlerServSafe Food Protection ManagerUX Design (Google)Additional commentsIf necessary\, please provide additional relevant details.\n Send Request \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/certification/google-data-analytics-2/ LOCATION:Online Virtual Instruction CATEGORIES:Computer Skills,Data Analytics,Information Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/it-support-man-compu-1200.png ORGANIZER;CN="Goodwill of the Heartland":MAILTO:awinslow@goodwillheartland.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T190000 DTSTAMP:20260825T142633Z CREATED:20260825T142633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T142633Z UID:10001347-1787074200-1798052400@www.goodwillheartland.org SUMMARY:Google Cybersecurity Professional DESCRIPTION:Prepare for a job in cybersecurity with a Google Career Certificate! \nThis course meets Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30-7:00pm\, virtually via Zoom or in-person at our Iowa City location.\n\n\nInterested in a career in the fast-growing field of cybersecurity? The Google Cybersecurity Certificate can prepare you for a new career in under 5 months\, with no previous experience required. Learn from cybersecurity experts at Google and gain hands-on experience using Python\, Linux\, SQL\, and more.Become a qualified candidate for a variety of entry level Cybersecurity careers such as: Cybersecurity analyst\, security analyst\, IT security analyst\, Cyber defense analyst\, and security operations center (SOC) analyst.\n\n\nIn addition to class\, students complete online coursework 8 – 10 hours per week. \nAfter graduation\, you’ll be able to connect with over 150 employers who are committed to considering Google Career Certificate graduates for entry-level jobs.  For more information\, please complete this form:  \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n Phone*Which certification are you interested in?*Automation with Python (Google)Customer Service & SalesCustodial TechnicianCybersecurity Professional (Google)Data Analytics (Google)Digital Marketing & eCommerce Professional (Google)Essential Computer Skills for EmploymentHospitality Guest Service ProfessionalHospitality Food Service CareersHospitality Guest Room AttendantHospitality Maintenance TechnicianHospitality Front Desk RepresentativeIT Support Professional (Google)ServSafe Food HandlerServSafe Food Protection ManagerUX Design (Google)Additional commentsIf necessary\, please provide additional relevant details.\n Send Request URL:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/certification/google-cybersecurity-professional-6/ LOCATION:Online Virtual Instruction CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity,Cybersecurity,Information Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/AdobeStock_250692800.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Goodwill of the Heartland":MAILTO:awinslow@goodwillheartland.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260907T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T190000 DTSTAMP:20260825T135712Z CREATED:20260825T135712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T135712Z UID:10001344-1788802200-1798052400@www.goodwillheartland.org SUMMARY:Google IT Support Professional DESCRIPTION: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! \nThis course meets on Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30-7:00 pm\, virtually or in-person at our Iowa City location. \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. \nStudents 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. \nUpon completion\, you can directly apply for jobs with Google and over 200 U.S. employers\, including Walmart\, Best Buy\, and Astreya. \nThe American Council on Education recommends a total of 10 college credits for successfully completing this course. \nFor more information\, please complete this form: \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n Phone*Additional commentsPlease provide us with any additional information you want us to know prior to being contacted.\n Send Request URL:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/certification/google-it-support-professional-12/ LOCATION:Online Virtual Instruction CATEGORIES:Computer Skills,Customer Service,Information Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/2022-google-it-support-social-media_2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Goodwill of the Heartland":MAILTO:awinslow@goodwillheartland.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T110000 DTSTAMP:20260825T145737Z CREATED:20260825T145737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T145737Z UID:10001349-1789376400-1789729200@www.goodwillheartland.org SUMMARY:Guest Service Professional DESCRIPTION:Complete one or more courses and earn stackable credentials to begin a career in Hospitality\, where there is great potential for career advancement in this exciting industry! \nThe Guest Service Gold course provides the foundations for customer service in any type of hospitality environment and prepares learners for the Certified Guest Service Professional (CGSP) exam. The CGSP credential is recognized worldwide and is the highest acknowledgment of award-winning guest service for employees in the hospitality industry. \nEarn the industry recognized Certified Guest Service Professional credential by completing this American Hotel and Lodging Education Institute (AHLEI) 10-hour course and passing the exam. \nCustomer service is vitally important in all businesses; this is especially true in hospitality. Through Guest Service Gold\, students learn how to anticipate guest needs\, deliver memorable experiences\, and turn around difficult situations. \nThe Certified Guest Service Professional gives job candidates a marketable edge when applying for their first hospitality job. This ten-hour course meets September 14 – September 18\, 9am-11am and is a prerequisite for Hospitality Food Service Careers\, Maintenance Technician\, Front Desk Representative\, and Guest Room Attendant. \n\nPlease complete this form to get more information about this course you can attend virtually or in-person.  \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n Phone*Which certification are you interested in?*Automation with Python (Google)Customer Service & SalesCustodial TechnicianCybersecurity Professional (Google)Data Analytics (Google)Digital Marketing & eCommerce Professional (Google)Essential Computer Skills for EmploymentHospitality Guest Service ProfessionalHospitality Food Service CareersHospitality Guest Room AttendantHospitality Maintenance TechnicianHospitality Front Desk RepresentativeIT Support Professional (Google)ServSafe Food HandlerServSafe Food Protection ManagerUX Design (Google)Additional commentsIf necessary\, please provide additional relevant details.\n Send Request URL:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/certification/guest-service-professional-2/ LOCATION:Online Virtual Instruction CATEGORIES:Customer Service,Hospitality ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/OST-woman-young-blazer.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Goodwill of the Heartland":MAILTO:awinslow@goodwillheartland.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T150000 DTSTAMP:20260825T144933Z CREATED:20260825T144933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T144933Z UID:10001348-1789390800-1793372400@www.goodwillheartland.org SUMMARY:Certified Custodial Technician DESCRIPTION:Let potential employers know you are serious about the profession. Earn the industry recognized credential from ISSA Cleaning Management Institute (CMI) for Certified Custodial Technician. \nTrained custodians are in high demand and can earn great pay. \nThis course meets September 14 – October 30\, Monday – Friday 1-3 pm. Learners can attend via Zoom or in person at our Davenport career center. \nCovid-19 pandemic caused a 75% spike in new job openings for custodians.   Not only has the demand for cleaning services increased significantly\, custodians need to be trained with best practices for cleaning and sanitizing to prevent the spread of illness in office\, retail\, healthcare\, and home settings. Students learn Customer Service\, Chemistry of Cleaning and Handling Hazardous and Infectious Waste\, Basic Cleaning of Above Floor Surfaces\, Basic Cleaning of Hard Floor Surfaces\, Basic Cleaning of Carpeted Floor Surfaces\, Basic Cleaning of Restrooms & Shower Rooms.  Scholarships available. \nSome participants may choose to complete a 25-hour paid internship with a partner business to gain valuable hands-on work experience. \n\nPlease complete this form to get more information about this course:  \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n Phone*Which certification are you interested in?*Automation with Python (Google)Customer Service & SalesCustodial TechnicianCybersecurity Professional (Google)Data Analytics (Google)Digital Marketing & eCommerce Professional (Google)Essential Computer Skills for EmploymentHospitality Guest Service ProfessionalHospitality Food Service CareersHospitality Guest Room AttendantHospitality Maintenance TechnicianHospitality Front Desk RepresentativeIT Support Professional (Google)ServSafe Food HandlerServSafe Food Protection ManagerUX Design (Google)Additional commentsIf necessary\, please provide additional relevant details.\n Send Request URL:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/certification/certified-custodial-technician-2/ LOCATION:Online Virtual Instruction CATEGORIES:Custodial ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/OST-man-midage-warehouse.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Goodwill of the Heartland":MAILTO:awinslow@goodwillheartland.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T110000 DTSTAMP:20260825T151547Z CREATED:20260825T151547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T151547Z UID:10001350-1789981200-1792753200@www.goodwillheartland.org SUMMARY:Front Desk Representative DESCRIPTION:Complete one or more courses and earn stackable credentials to begin a career in Hospitality\, where there is great potential for career advancement in this exciting industry! \nEarn the industry recognized Front Desk Representative Certification through American Hotel and Lodging Education Institute (AHLEI). \nThis training prepares job candidates with the skills to serve hotel guests as a Front Desk Representative. Front Desk Representatives simultaneously provide great customer service and perform detailed tasks to meet guests’ needs. They need to have a good understanding of the hotel’s operations and be a good communicator and problem solver. \nParticipants may choose to complete a 25-hour paid internship with a partner business to gain valuable hands-on work experience. \n\nPlease complete this form to get more information about this course: \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n Phone*Which certification are you interested in?*Automation with Python (Google)Customer Service & SalesCustodial TechnicianCybersecurity Professional (Google)Data Analytics (Google)Digital Marketing & eCommerce Professional (Google)Essential Computer Skills for EmploymentHospitality Guest Service ProfessionalHospitality Food Service CareersHospitality Guest Room AttendantHospitality Maintenance TechnicianHospitality Front Desk RepresentativeIT Support Professional (Google)ServSafe Food HandlerServSafe Food Protection ManagerUX Design (Google)Additional commentsIf necessary\, please provide additional relevant details.\n Send Request URL:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/certification/front-desk-representative-4/ LOCATION:Online Virtual Instruction CATEGORIES:Customer Service,Hospitality ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.goodwillheartland.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/OST-woman-young-mixed-counter.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Goodwill of the Heartland":MAILTO:awinslow@goodwillheartland.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR