LinkedIn is the premier networking site for the business world. Learn step-by-step in this hands-on computer workshop to create an effective profile that draws hiring managers (or potential customers) to find you.
WHEN: Saturday, May 26, 1-3 pm
WHERE: CORE computer classroom in the Fairlington Presbyterian Church, 3846 King Street, Alexandria
COST: $25
INSTRUCTOR: Bo Pham is a Branch Chief at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, overseeing technical reviews of commercial nuclear power plant licenses. He brings ample experience and perspectives both as someone who’s been through the job search process and as an active hiring manager for his agency.
Fill in and return the registration form with your payment to reserve your space in the class! For more information, contact Katherine at 703-931-7346 x103.
Enhancement Workshop: Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Outlook is a regular communications tool used by many businesses in the Northern Virginia area. Students in this workshop will learn the skills needed to use this tool effectively and efficiently – from your first day on the job through your fourth promotion, and more.
Skills learned will include:
Basic functions including creating emails and email signatures
Use of the menu bar
Using the address book and calendar functions
Creating new contacts
Creating and using distribution groups
Business cards
WHEN: Saturday, May 12, 1 to 4 pm
WHERE: Fairlington Presbyterian Church, 3846 King Street, Alexandria
COST: $30
INSTRUCTOR: Shervon Ceromain brings a wealth of experience in various business sectors, including corporate finance, tax, consulting, state government, education, and nonprofits. His areas of teaching include Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access.
To sign up, complete the registration form and send it with your payment. For more information, contact Katherine at 703-931-7346 x103.
Enhancement Workshop: Basics of Salesforce.com
Salesforce.com is now the software of choice for many businesses to manage clients and product sales, as well as for nonprofits to track donations and volunteer information. In this 4-hour workshop, students will learn the basic functions and capabilities of Salesforce.com, plus get some hands-on experience.
When: Saturday, May 5, 1-5 pm
Where: CORE computer lab, Fairlington Presbyterian Church
3846 King Street, Alexandria VA 22302
Cost: $35
Instructors: Ehud Zipor is a long-time consultant for the telecom and wireless industries. Dalia Zipor has over 14 years of experience as a solutions architect and software engineer.
To register, complete the registration form and send it in with your payment. Questions? Call Mary Giordano at 703-931-7346 x 102.
CORE Announces Partnership with Connections for Hope
To meet community needs for more computer training classes, CORE has partnered with Connections for Hope in Herndon to offer a short-term computer basics class. Students will learn to use the Internet, send and receive e-mail, and develop their keyboarding skills. The seven-week class begins Monday, May 7.
Prospective students must:
Live in Northern Virginia
Have little or no computer skills
Speak, read, and write English at a 6th grade level or better
Commit to attending all classes
See the program flyer for income eligibility guidelines and application instructions.
