We offer small class size for more personal instruction and there are quizzes throughout to monitor your training.  At the conclusion of the lessons there will be an exam.  70% correct will give you a passing grade and a certificate of completion.

Available courses include:

Computer Basics

Internet & Email

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Photo Editing & Repair

Digital Photography

Document Design

Quickbooks Pro (Bookkeeping)

Computer Health & Maintenance  NEW

There will be one 2 hour lesson per week in our computer lab, at a cost of $15/hr unless otherwise stated. Training manuals, disks, handouts and other materials are available as required.

Computer Basics Course   (top)

Prerequisite - None

If you’re new to computers this course is for you. Learn the basics of Windows XP through a hands-on exploration of its features and capabilities. Learn how to use a mouse & keyboard, explore the Windows XP environment; use a typical window, menus, toolbars, borders, buttons and dialog boxes. It will also include working with the many applets available in Windows XP. You will learn keyboard shortcuts and basic file management. You will become familiar with common computer jargon.

The recommended time for completion is 12 hours.

Lesson Manual  & handouts additional $40.00 

Internet & Email Basics  (top)

Prerequisite - None 

This 1 day course covers everything you’ve ever wanted to know about the internet. The internet is all about information. This class is dedicated to helping you learn to use and share that information in a coherent manner. In this course we start with a simple description of what the Web is and how it works We'll cover the following topics: How To Use A Web Browser; Staying Safe; Internet Addresses; Glossary of Terms; Navigation; Search Engines; Using Outlook; Email Etiquette.

Cost $85.00 Includes manual & handouts.

Microsoft Word Basics   (top)

Prerequisite–Basic Computing Skills

Learn how to save and open documents, edit text, delete and rearrange text, cut copy and paste text, proof documents using the language tools; learn how to improve the presentation of your text, such as formatting text with different fonts and font styles; formatting using indents, bullets, numbers, justification and other aspects. Learn how to use templates and wizards, headers and footers, page numbers; import and manipulate graphics, such as clipart and logos, and spreadsheet charts. Create, edit, and format tables, outlines and columns. During the course you will create several professional looking documents.

The recommended time for completion is 20 hours.

Lesson Manual & Handouts additional $25.00

Microsoft Excel Basics   (top)

Prerequisite–Basic Computing Skills

This course will introduce you to the basic commands, formulas, functions and capabilities of Excel. You will learn how to select from menus, toolbars, prompts, and the screen; create and use worksheets and charts; enter, edit, and format information on the worksheet; enhance worksheets with fonts and borders; design and build sample worksheets; freeze titles on large worksheets; apply built-in and custom formats; change cell size and alignment; sorting and filing; keyboard shortcuts; set up the printer; print worksheets; and to exit and save your work session.

The recommended time for completion is 20 hours.

Lesson Manual & Handouts additional $25.00

Photo Editing & Restoration   (top)

Prerequisite–Basic Computing Skills 

In a traditional darkroom, you control images with choices of films, chemicals, and papers. In the digital world, you do that with a computer system and a photo editing program. This hands-on course will give step-by-step training on how to edit, retouch and restore photos. Learn to adjust contrast and color balance, how to enhance photographs and correct imperfections in both scanned and digital images. 

Lesson Manual & Handouts additional $50.00

Digital Photography     (top)

Prerequisite - None

This is a 1 day hands on course. In the morning we will go out and take pictures using our digital cameras. Instruction will be given on settings, use of light, composition etc. We will spend the afternoon in the computer lab learning to download the photos to the computer. We will also learn to scan photos that were taken with film cameras. We will then edit the pictures using such techniques as red eye removal, removing background distractions, creating black & white photos etc.

Cost $145.00 includes handouts

Document Design    (top)

Prerequisite - Microsoft Word

By the end of this course you will have designed business cards (or personal cards), a brochure, recipe cards, address labels, gift tags, a poster, a calendar and as an added bonus you will create a photo frame booklet suitable for gift giving. Have fun while using a variety of desktop publishing software. Learn to print on different paper types & sizes.

The recommended time for completion is 12 hours.

Lesson Material & Handouts additional $25.00

Quickbooks Pro    (top)

The most popular bookkeeping software. The goal of the program is to help equip you with the tools you need to master the art of small business financial management. QuickBooks helps you keep track of bills and payments, balance your budget, plan for tax season and much more. This course is designed to give you everything that you need to set up your accounting systems within your business.

The recommended time for completion is 12 hours.

Lesson Manual & Handouts additional $25.00