Computers for the Workplace

Training Certificate

Overview

With a certificate from our Computer Skills for the Workplace program, students learn the basic computer skills needed to successfully obtain employment in just a few weeks. The program covers the basics of computer hardware, computer software, and Microsoft Office application programs. 

Course Information

Class Meets In Person: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Times: 6-8 p.m.
Cost: $375 (book included)

Topics include:

Getting Comfortable with Your Computer

  • General parts of the computer
  • Input, processing, output, and storage (including portable and cloud storage) devices
  • Learning to navigate and use the Microsoft Windows operating system
  • Understanding computers, hardware, system software, and application software

Learning to use Microsoft Office Application Programs

  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Outlook

How to prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification Exams

  • Preparation materials for certification (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook)
  • Practice exams (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook)

Questions? Contact:

Janet PearsonDirector of Workforce Development
[email protected]  |  (617) 984-1752

Computers for the Workplace Courses
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    • Code
    • Course
    • Credits
    • NCM 101
    • Computer Skills for the Workplace
    This non-credit course teaches the basic computer skills needed to successfully obtain employment. Students will learn the basics of computer hardware, computer software, and learn to use Microsoft Office application programs.

    Topics include:

    Getting Comfortable with Your Computer
    Learning to use Microsoft Office Application Programs
    How to prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification Exams

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