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MS Office Applications with Spanish Support Level I   -Section 4400  

MS Office Applications with Spanish Support Level I   -Section 4400  

This is the first course in the Microsoft Office 2021 series. Prepare to get a new job and learn the software skills that are required today in an office or company. We show you how to handle productivity applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel. We will create professional documents, flyers, spreadsheets, and charts in the new Office 2021 suite. The basics of Google Drive and Docs will be covered. Pre-Requisite: Basic computer knowledge is expected.
 
Prepárese para obtener un nuevo trabajo y aprenda las destrezas de software que se requieren hoy en día en una oficina o empresa. Le mostramos cómo manejar las aplicaciones de productividad como son el Microsoft Word y Excel en un nivel básico e intermedio. Vamos a crear documentos profesionales y hojas de cálculo Office 2021 y también en Google Apps. Pre-Requisitos: Uso básico de la computadora.
 
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Tue &Thu/ Mar& Jue 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.  Solorio

Session 1: Jan 10 - Feb 16  $40 
(Spanish Support)

Section 4400  
 

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REGISTER REGISTRARSEMS Office Applications with Spanish Support Level II  Section 4400
This is the second course int the MS Office 2021 series. This course covers the intermediate features of Microsoft Word 2021 necessary to produce professional quality documents including Word Art, Smart Art, Mail Merge, Reports and Newsletters. It also covers intermediate features of Microsoft Excel including conditional formatting, formulas, advanced conditional and financial functions. We will work on medium to advanced exercises in Google Docs and Google Sheets. Pre-Requisite: Must have been enrolled in basic MS Office course or equivalent computer experience.
 
 Este curso es la continuación de la clase básica de Microsoft Office 2021. En esta clase se trabaja a un nivel intermedio y también se ven algunas funciones avanzadas de Microsoft Word como el Word Art, Smart Art, Mail Merge, Newsletters y reportes las cuales son necesarias para crear documentos de calidad profesional. También se cubre el Excel lo que es la cereación de spreadsheets, conditional formatting, formulas, conditional and financial functions. También trabajaremos con Google Docs y Google Sheets. Pre-Requisitos: Debe haberse inscrito en un curso básico de Office o tener la experiencia básica manejando estos programas.
 
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Tue&Thu/ Mar & Jue 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.  Solorio

Session 1: Feb 21 - May 25th - Dec 1 , 2023   $40  (Spanish Support)
Section 4301    
 
REGISTER REGISTRARSEComputer Skills and typing with Spanish Support  Section 9995
Learn the basic computer skills needed to create basic documents, navigate the internet, manage files and create emails. The class will introduce students to basic computer skills and prepare them for more advanced computer classes. The course will cover typing, mouse skills, and computer software like Windows 10 and Word. We will cover the basics of Google Drive and Google Docs.
 
Aprenda los conocimientos básicos que se requieren para manejar una computadora, crear documentos, navegar en internet y crear emails. Esta clase le prepara para otras clases de computadoras más avanzadas. Este curso cubre cómo manejar el teclado, el mouse y el manejo de programas para crear documentos y también Windows 10. Cubriremos los conceptos básicos de Google Drive y Google Docs.

Green Valley Center (GVC), Room 8, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Tue & Thu / Mar y Jue   9:00 am -12:00 pm                                                  B. Skeel        Section 9991
Jan 17 - May 25
 
Institute of Launguage and Culture (ilc)                                                  V. Garcia      Section 9992
Mon & Wed/Lun y Mie                        6:00 - 9:00PM                                       
 Jan 9 - May 31
 
Santa Cruz Center (SCC) , Room 1, 319 La Fonda Ave, Santa Cruz        Staff            Section 9993                        
Tue & Thu / Mar y Jue   6:00 am - 8:30 pm               Jan 17 - May 25
 
REGISTER REGISTRARSEIntuit QuickBooks Online 2020-2021 Sections 4010, 4011
 
QuickBooks Online meets all the objectives of the QuickBooks Certified User exam.  It includes setting up a new company and chart of accounts; recording transactions with customers, vendors and employees; managing lists; running and customizing  reports and much more!

Location: Distance Learning , Remote
Tue/Thu 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.   G. Guzman

Session 1: Jan 18 - May  18
     -Section 4010 (fees $100)
have fun learning how to do more
QuickBooks Online
REGISTER REGISTRARSECosmetology  Section 10001
                                                                    Cosmetology Program
This accredited cosmetology program will offer the required 1000 hour training to obtain a California Cosmetology license. This program encompasses the study and beautification of hair, skin and nails. Students will obtain the necessary knowledge needed passing their California State Board exam. We also start the exploration and understanding in
the vast opportunities or the cosmetology field and all it has to offer.

Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Location: Institute of Language and Culture (ILC), Room 6, 320 Rodriguez Street, Watsonville

Tuesday - Thursday                9:30AM - 5:30 PM                      Harrington      
Friday                                        8:00AM - 4:30PM                                                
Section 10001                                                 $7500
Pre-Apprenticeship Program  Section 4220

Pre-Apprenticeship Program  Section 4220

This pre-apprenticeship course (Building Trades Program) is a basic introduction to the essential fundamentals of the crafts in the construction industry. This is a lecture-lab type of course where students are introduced to Orientation and Industry Awareness, Tool and Materials, Construction Health and Safety, Blueprint Reading, Basic Math for Construction, Heritage of the American Worker, Diversity in the Construction Industry, Green Construction, Financial Literacy. Students will gain and overview of the construction industry, attitudes and behaviors, the role of an apprentice, union membership, motivation and code of conduct, getting along at work, interview skills, and the building trades. The objective of this course is to prepare pre-apprentices toward the pathway of the Building Trades Apprenticeship programs by exposing students to the fundamentals of the construction industry.
 
Minimum Requirements:
•Must be interested in a career in construction
•Must be 18 years old or older
•Must possess a High School Diploma/GED/HiSET or completed higher education
•Must possess a valid Driver’s License
•Must be able to work legally in the USA
•Must be able to pass a drug screening
 
Successful graduates of this 144 hour class
(2 evening/week plus 4 Saturdays over 4 months) receive:
  • The Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC3) certificate, recognized nationwide by the Building and Construction Trades
  • An OSHA-10 certificate that you have successfully completed basic safety training
  • First Aid/CPR certificate
  • A tool bag, Red Wing work boots, and basic set of tools
 
Must pre-register to verify minimum requirements
Location: Institute of Language and Culture 320 Rodriguez Street, Watsonville, CA 95076
Dates and Times TBD
Mon   5:00PM-9:00PM       Wed   5:00PM-9:00PM       Sat   8:00AM-4:00PM
Section 4220
                                                                          Cake Decoration Level 1-6
Cake Decoration Classes will not be available on Spring 2023
Learn how to mix colors, decorate cakes with equipment bags and tips, edges, tissues and figures of flowers and much more. At every level, recipe information and tips will be shared on homemade pastries and fillings for cakes with seasonal fresh fruit. Each level is more advanced and intense. This class needs to be started from the first level. The first day of every level will be an overview and orientation. It is required that each student bake their cake before class. At the end of each level, you will receive a certificate of completion. Any questions please call the office at (831) 786-2160.

                                                                          Decoración de Pasteles Nivel 1-6 
Aprenda cómo mezclar colores, decorar pasteles con equipo de puntas y bolsas, bordes, tejidos y figuras de flores y mucho más. En cada nivel se comparten recetas y tips sobre reposteria, panes caseros, y se enseñan a hacer rellenos de pastel con fruta fresca de temporada. Cada nivel es más avanzado e intenso. Se requiere iniciar desde el primer nivel. El primer dia de cada nivel será un repaso y orientación. Se requiere que cada estudiante hornee su pastel antes de clase. Al final de cada nivel, usted recibirá un certificado de completacion del nivel. Cualquier pregunta llamar a la oficina al (831) 786-2160.
Decoraci n de Pasteles
Green Valley Center, Room/Salón 6, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Thu/Jue                                5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.                              Martinez
Registration Section 7010 Level/Nivel 1: Basic Steps/Pasos Básicos                                        No avail      
RegistrationSection 7011 Level/Nivel 2: Flowers and Paste/Flores de Pasta                          No avail       
RegistrationSection 7012 Level/Nivel 3: Two Tier Dec./Decoración de dos pisos y más.     No avail       
RegistrationSection 7013 Level/Nivel 4: Basic Fondant/Crema Fondant Básica                    No avail       

Green Valley Center, Salón/Room 6, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Fri/Vie                                5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.                                 Martinez
RegistrationSection 7016 Level/Nivel 4: Basic Fondant/Crema Fondant Básica                   No avail         
RegistrationSection 7014 Level/Nivel 5: Inter. Fondant/Crema Fondant Intermedio          No avail        
RegistrationSection 7015 Level/Nivel 6: Advan. Fondant/Crema Fondant Advanzado        No avail     
WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certificate Section 440

WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certificate Section 440

WorkKeys is the leading job skills assessment system in the nation, measuring real world
fundamental skills that are critical to job success. Some employers use the system to determine hiring qualifications. Pre-registration required due to limited seating. Please call 831-786-2160 for more information. There will be a $10 No Show fee.
 
Location:  Green Valley Center (GVC) , Room 8, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Every Friday                                 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.                                                       Staff
Section 440                                                                                                                                   $75       
 
Location:  Santa Cruz Center (SCC) , Room 2, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Every Wednesday                            12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.                                                  Staff
Section 440                                                                                                                                   $75     
   
WorkKeys Curriculum Section 441-
ACT WorkKeys Curriculum helps individuals build the essential career-relevant skills needed for learning, personal development and effective job performance. It’s the only curriculum built from the ground up to align with the WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certificate® assessments. The courses are delivered via a personalized, mobile-based learning management system. The platform delivers a meaningful learning experience and provides users with a customized study schedule and detailed instructional content.

Location: Green Valley Center (GVC) , Room 5, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville                                     Fine
Mon - Fri                                                   9:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m. 
Mon - Thu                                                 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Section 441,442                                            Jan 10 - Jun 2
 
Location:  Santa Cruz Center (SCC) , Room 8, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville                                   Shirley
Mon -Fri                                                    9:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m. 
Mon - Thu                                                 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Section 443,444                                          Jan 10 - Jun 2       
      
Jobs 101 -Section 409-
Students now registered at Watsonville/Aptos/Santa Cruz Adult Education in combination with your present academic goals (high school diploma, GED or HiSET) are invited to attend our 21st Century Careers learning lab. Get the help, guidance and career coaching you’ve been waiting for.

Location: Room 5, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Thu                                               1:00PM - 4:00PM                                                 Madrona
                                                       Jan 12 - Jun 1                                                      Free for current students
Section 409
 
 Topics Include:
• Understanding the people at work
• Who’s hiring now
• Get ready for that interview
• How to ask for more money
• Am I a good employee?
• Interest Inventory
• Goal setting/time management • Internships
• Transferable skills
• Career assessments
• Career planning activities • Job search
• Resume
• Letter of Introduction
• Mastering soft skills for workplace success
• Build your resume vocabulary
• Changing jobs
• Keeping Jobs
• Clear decision making techniques • I want to be the boss
 
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Jobs 101