June 2012

Computer and Professional Development Workshops

All classes are FREE and held at the PPL Learning Center. The Computer Access Lab is open M-F, 8:30am4:00pm. Monday
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Friday

Online Computer Skills*** Finding a Job Online 1:00-2:00 10:00-12:00 Typing Lab** 2:00-3:00 11 Computer Basics 1: Intro 10:00-12:00 12

Community Resources 10:00-12:00

Basics of Banking 1:30-3:30

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Computer Basics 2: MSWord Computer Basics 3: Internet Computer Basics 4: E-Mail 10:00-12:00 10:00-12:00 10:00-12:00 Resumes 1 1:00-3:00 Resumes 2 1:00-3:00 Money Management 1:30-3:30

Online Computer Skills*** Job Club**** 1:00-2:00 1:15-3:15

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20 College Exploration 10:00-11:00 Google Docs* 10:00-12:00

21 Preparing for an Interview 10:00-12:00 PowerPoint Basics* 1:00-3:00 Credit 101 1:30-3:30

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Online Computer Skills*** Career Exploration 1:00-2:00 1:00-2:00 Typing Lab** 2:00-3:00

25 Online Computer Skills*** 1:00-2:00 Computer Basics 1: Intro 1:00-3:00

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27 Excel 1: Basics* 1:00-3:00

28 Excel 2: Intermediate* 1:00-3:00

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Computer Basics 2: MSWord Computer Basics 3: Internet Computer Basics 4: E-Mail 1:00-3:00 1:00-3:00 1:00-3:00 Debt Management 101 1:30-3:30
* Must complete Computer Basics series to attend this workshop ** Does not count toward bus or gas card incentive *** Attend three sessions of Online Computer Skills! and receive a $10 bus or gas card ****JOB CLUB IS FOR PARTICIAPANTS THAT HAVE VISITED THE LEARNING CENTER 3+ TIMES.**** Ask us how you can earn a FREE gas or bus card for attending THREE workshops!

Call 612-455-5300 now to reserve your spot!

June 2012
PPL Employment Training Workshops
PPLs Learning Center offers free workshops to help improve your skills. Call 612-455-5300 or stop by to sign-up and reserve a spot in class. Here are the workshops offered:

Basics of Banking: Independence starts with the basics; a successful bank account. Career Exploration: Learn to assess your career interests and skills and research your career options. Credit 101: Become an expert on the who, what, when, where and why of credit. College Exploration: Learn to identify and develop your educational goals and understand how to choose the best option for you. Also learn about the different types of financial aid available for school and how to apply for aid.

Community Resources: An overview of many helpful resources available throughout the community. Computer Basics 1: Intro Learn basic terms and software functions as well as how to use the mouse and save documents. Computer Basics 2: MS Word: Learn how to use Word formatting tools such as bold, center and bullets; save and print files. Computer Basics 3: Internet: Learn to navigate web pages and search for information. Computer Basics 4: E-mail: Learn how to organize your account, send messages and attach documents. Debt Management 101: Find out how to pay off your debts and start rebuilding your credit. Excel 1: Basics: Learn the basics of how to set up personal budgets, spreadsheets for business and use basic formulas. Excel 2: Intermediate: Now that youve got the basics, take your Excel skills to the next level in this intermediate class. Finding a Job Online: Learn about the job search process and how to utilize the internet to your advantage when applying for jobs. Google Docs: Learn how you to easily create, share and edit documents online. Growing Your Future: Discover how to make the money you have work for you. Job Club: This is a great opportunity to refresh your skills, network with fellow job seekers, and learn about available positions in the community. Money Management: Reap the benefits of a realistic, livable spending plan to fit your life. Online Computer Skills: Want to increase your computer skills, learn about the Internet and work at your own pace? Then Learner Web is for you! Check out this great new online learning program and receive your personalized account today!

PowerPoint Basics: Learn to create professional presentations for employment or education opportunities. Preparing for an Interview: Learn how to successfully prepare for a job interview. Protect Yourself & Your Money: Learn how to avoid being a victim of scams and identity theft. Resumes 1: Learn how to create a powerful resume and cover letter. Resumes 2: Type a resume or format an existing resume in MS Word in a group setting with one-on-one help. Typing Lab: Use this open typing lab to increase your typing skills using our Mavis Beacon software.