This Workshop Package Deal allows you to attend each of the five courses shown below, once each,  at any time they are offered throughout 2019. Each course will be offered a minimum of 6 times in 2019, as morning, afternoon and weekend courses to enable the student many options to attend. Simply purchase the Workshop Package and contact our office to arrange for your desired class dates and times. You may even share the package with other family members – keeping in mind that the package entitles you to one ticket to each class shown below.

Knowlege is Power! This 4-hour course reveals the tricks scammers use to infect your computer, your identity and rob you blind. Next, we show you the software tools to block them and remove them should you still find yourself infected. Most importantly, you will look inside the mind of a hacker to learn how to spot them and avoid them, before they get you! I can’t say it enough – Knowlege is Power!

Photoshop Level 1 – Understanding the Toolbars and Workspace

Two Day Class – Monday February 25th and Wednesday February 27th, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm.

This is an introductory class that is pre-requisite for all other Photoshop individual modules.

This is included in the Photoshop Certification Course and therefore does not need to be taken separately if you enrolled in the full Certification Course.

Photoshop Level 1 Certification Course – 48 hours of professional instruction by Brittany Williams – Professional Graphic Artist, Adobe Certified Instructor for Photoshop and Illustrator, Member of the Graphic Artist Guild.

Classes begin on February 25th and are held twice a week for 8 weeks, Monday and Wednesday evenings from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Students completing all course work and presenting a satisfactory final project and passing score on the final exam will receive a Certificate of Completion suitable for framing.

Topics included in this class are:
• Understanding the Toolbars and Workspace
• Working with Selections and Layers
• Color Channels and Masks
• Vector Image Tools
• Creating Composite Images
• Filters and Digital Painting
• Preparing for Web and Print Output

This outstanding course is designed for the person serious about obtaining skills in Photoshop.

The class fee of $350 covers all 7 modules shown above, plus one final week of Question and Answer sessions (two three-hour classes) to address any of the topics in greater detail to assist in a successful final project and test result.

Each module (one week – two classes) shown above may also be purchased separately at $60 each. But if you are seeking a Photoshop Level 1 Certificate of Proficiency, you will save $70 by purchasing the bundle in this offering.

Please feel free to call if you have any questions. 209-296-0660

Personal Data Backup

Compare the most popular methods for personal data backup – Cloud Backup services vs local data back-up, external Hard Drive or USB Key.  3-hour course presented with live demonstrations and PowerPoint presentation.

External Hard Drives and USB Keys available for purchase, or bring your own to class. You are encouraged to bring your laptop if you wish to complete a data backup to USB during the class. This is optional, not required.

Windows 10 – Basics, Programs, and Features

NEXT CLASS – Saturday, March 2nd, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. OPEN FOR REGISTRATION. 

A 4-hour course designed for anyone seeking a better understanding of Windows 10. You will discover bonus features not included in prior versions of Windows. Once you understand the concept behind Windows10, you will enjoy the current and new features that Microsoft continues to deliver as the Operating System evolves.

Course Outline:

• A hands-on Instructor-led course with PowerPoint presentation exploring the many outstanding and helpful features of Windows 10.

• Practice on navigation, customizing the desktop, benefits of the Edge browser, working with menus and Control Panel, and much more.

• Bonus – Access to the full PowerPoint presentation via our website portal for repeated viewing.

Photoshop Level 1 – Working with Sections and Layers

Two Day Class – Monday, March 4th and Wednesday March 6th, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm.

Pre-requisite – Photoshop Level 1 – Understanding the Toolbar and Workspace, or ability to pass pre-test.

This is included in the Photoshop Certification Course and therefore does not need to be taken separately if you enrolled in the full Certification Course.

Prerequisite: It is recommended that either the student have already completed our Windows 10 Basics course OR have a basic working knowledge of Windows 10. This is not an introductory course.

The course focus is on the Windows 10 Control Panel, Cortana features and options, Microsoft Shortcuts, Microsoft One Drive Cloud Backup, Windows App Store, and more.

Class size is limited to 12 students to ensure personal attention to each student. This is a popular class. You are encouraged to register in advance.

Workforce Skills 6-week Course with Certificate of Completion

Tuesday and Thursday, March 6th  through April 13th, 2019. 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. 6-week course, 36 hours of classroom instruction, plus assignments completed independently through our LEARN online instruction portal.

This course is a must-have for anyone entering or returning to the workforce, graduating high school, or a college student preparing to enter the workforce.

Upon completion, you will have an employment portfolio complete with professional resume and certifications of completion from each of the lessons in this course. You will have perfected the “interview process” to put your best foot forward.

A sampling of lessons includes, but is not limited to, customer service, telephone etiquette, conflict resolution, business correspondence, dressing for success, business negotiation, standard office procedures, Microsoft Office basics, marketing your strengths and much more.

A Minimum of 6 students enrolled in this course is required for this course date. 

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Photoshop Level 1 – Working with Sections and Layers

Two Day Class – Monday, March 11th and Wednesday March 13th, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm.

Pre-requisite – Photoshop Level 1 – Understanding the Toolbar and Workspace, or ability to pass pre-test.

This is included in the Photoshop Certification Course and therefore does not need to be taken separately if you enrolled in the full Certification Course.

Three-Day Course: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. The next session begins March 18, 20, 21st, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm each day – 9 hours total instruction. 

Class size limited to 12 students  – you are encouraged to register now as this class is one of our most popular and books up quickly. 

This course is designed for the beginning computer user or anyone wanting to become more proficient at daily computer tasks.

A final test will be administered upon completion to measure the new skills learned. A Certificate of Completion is presented to all students who pass the final test with a score of 80% or higher.

Photoshop Level 1 – Vector Tools

Two Day Class – Monday, March 18th and Wednesday March 20th, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm.

Pre-requisite – Photoshop Level 1 – Understanding the Toolbar and Workspace, or ability to pass pre-test.

This is included in the Photoshop Certification Course and therefore does not need to be taken separately if you enrolled in the full Certification Course.

File and Email Organization – 1-day Workshop

Tuesday, March 26th  – 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.

Files, Folders and Email Organization – The Basic Computer Skills class is recommended prior to attending this class, but not required if the student can pass our basic computer literacy online quiz.

This course is a hands-on instructor-led workshop. Upon completion, you will be able to properly name your files, organize them into a practical folder structure designed for your needs, and reorganize your existing files into the new folder structure.

This course is highly recommended for anyone seeking organization in their computer data files for business or personal use.

This course fulfills the prerequisite for the Personal Data Backup or Business Data Backup courses.

This is the perfect course for any graduating senior or anyone seeking those life lessons we did not learn in High School.

Course fee for this outstanding, life-skills course is only $250! The typical fee for a comparable course in Sacramento or Stockton is over $585, making our course an exceptional value, while also saving you the travel expense!

You will receive 12 hours of in-depth interactive discussion and presentations from qualified professionals and guest speakers in each area of study. This class covers the most important topics for a successful launch into independence.