Vocational Courses

Earn a Certificate of Achievement

Students may mix and match any three courses in Microsoft business applications, such as Excel, Access and PowerPoint. The courses need not be taken within the same semester.  (Using Word Level 1 is not among the approved courses).

Upon completion of all three courses, with at least a B+ average in each course, students will receive a Certificate of Achievement.

Tuition for these courses is typically paid by sponsoring agencies such as the NYS Commission for the Blind and Visually Handicapped (CBVH), or Adult Career and Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR) (formerly VESID). If you need to pay on your own, substantial tuition assistance is available. Please call for information.

Keyboarding

8 Sessions

Learn basic touch-typing or brush up on your skills using a screen reader or magnification to prepare for college or employment. Prerequisite: spelling test.

Day Date Time
Saturdays 3/17 - 5/19 10:00 am - Noon

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High School Enrichment Program

15 Sessions

In this course, designed to contribute to a student's preparedness for college, we deal with the components of putting together a college paper. The students are supported through the entire process as we look at writing (MS Word), researching (Internet Explorer) and creating a related presentation (PowerPoint) which is then delivered to an audience. Prerequisite: Referral by the Commission for the Blind and Visually Handicapped (CBVH).

Day Date Time
Mondays 2/27-6/11 2:30 - 4:30 pm

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Understanding Windows Concepts

4 Sessions

The Windows Operating System is very robust and has many features that many individuals currently do not know how to use. This prerequisite will teach the computer terminology which will be used in all classes; how to identify and learn how to use the various controls which are found in all programs; different ways to use and change pointers, sound schemes and other accessible tools. We will navigate the Windows environment, including the desktop, learn about the options in the Accessories menu, explore System Tools, and more. This class will give the student a solid foundation for other computer classes.

Prerequisite: keyboarding, registered in another class, or approval of CCVIP staff.

Day Date Time
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6/5-14 9:30am - 12:30pm

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Using Word: Level 1

12 Sessions

This course will cover the basics of formatting and editing documents.

Prerequisite: Windows, Understanding Windows Concepts

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Using Word: Level 2

12 Sessions

Learn advanced features of Word such as formatting, footnotes, and tables.

Prerequisite: Understanding Windows Concepts, Exploring Windows, Word 1 or CCVIP staff approval.

Day Date Time
Mondays & Wednesdays 3/19 - 4/25 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

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Using Outlook

4 sessions

Microsoft’s Personal Information Manager includes an email application, a calendar, task manager, contact manager and has note taking, journal and web browsing capabilities. In this class, students will learn the accessible parts of Outlook:  Customizing the window, composing new messages; spell-checking/proofreading; replying, forwarding, adding contacts, working with attachments; changing views; creating message rules; creating a contact group; and working with the calendar.  Prerequisite: Word 2 or CCVIP staff approval.

Day Date Time
Tuesdays & Thursdays 5/8 - 5/17 1:30 - 4:30 pm

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Using the Internet

12 Sessions

Use Internet Explorer to browse the Web, Gmail to send e-mail, and take advantage of multiple Web-based resources.

Day Date Time
Mondays & Wednesdays 5/7 - 6/18 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

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Intro to Excel

Cost: $60 | 1 session  

Learn the fundamentals of creating worksheets and explore business, home, and school setting applications for Excel.

Prerequisite: Exploring Windows, Word 2, or CCVIP staff approval.

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Using Excel

12 Sessions

Learn to format spreadsheets, create formulas, and perform functions for use at home, school, and work.

Prerequisite: Intro to Excel

Day Date Time
Tuesdays & Thursdays 3/6-4/12 9:30am-12:30pm

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Using PowerPoint

10 Sessions

Create and edit presentations, make and edit slides, import pictures and data to enhance presentations.

Prerequisite: Exploring Windows, Word 2, or CCVIP staff approval.

Day Date Time
Tuesdays & Thursdays 5/22-6/21 1:30-4:30pm

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Intro to Access

Cost: $60 | 1 Session

This seminar will cover the fundamentals of compiling and managing information using forms, tables, and reports. Prerequisite: Word 2 or CCVIP staff approval.

Day Date Time
Wednesday 4/25 5:30 - 7:30 pm

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Using Access

Learn to create a database, work with tables, enter and modify data, query a database and design and format reports. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Intro to Access.

Day Date Time
Tuesdays & Thursdays 5/22-6/28 5:30 - 8:30pm

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Career Exploration and Job Search

4 Sessions

Participants will examine the major elements of a career search: assessing themselves, identifying and accessing the market. Using NYJobZone and other websites, students will create an effective resume and cover letter; prepare and deliver a 30 second pitch; plan and prepare for an effective interview; and acquire a host of other job readiness skills.

Prerequisite: keyboarding and Internet skills a must.

Day Date Time
Tuesdays 4/17-5/8 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

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Using the MAC

Students will learn to navigate the MAC environment using built-in assistive technology - Voiceover screen reader or Zoom screen magnifier; do basic text editing; change system preferences; surf the internet using Safari; use the Mail program for email; and learn to use iTunes. Prerequisite: Exploring the MAC seminar.

Day Date Time
Tuesdays & Thursdays 3/13 - 4/19 1:30 - 4:30 pm

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Media on-the-Go

4 sessions

This course will familiarize students with the process of translating files of various media types into mp3 formats and then transferring them onto portable devices. Students will be able to perform these activities independently. Using many portable devices, they will be able to access podcasts, accessible books, and documents helpful for job search and personal/vocational needs.

Prerequisite: Good knowledge of Windows and the Internet using Assistive Technology.

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