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Attention!
Interested in starting or enhancing your career in business?
Follow the simple steps noted below: |
STEP 1
Come to or call the Sutter County One Stop or call 530.822.5120 and one of our friendly staff will sign you up for the next mandatory ROP Business Course Information Meeting.
STEP 2
Attend the ROP Business Course Information Meeting. At the Information Meeting, you will be provided with information about the various business courses offered at Sutter County One Stop.
You will learn:
- What courses are offered
- The prerequisites
- About the course requirements, attendance policy, dress code, etc.
- What kind of Business Standard Based certifications are offered
- Costs involved
- Registration fee
- Copy fee
- Estimation of cost of books
- Date and hours of the bookstore
- Procedure for purchasing books and paying relevant fees
- If our program is a match for your needs, you will be required to take an assessment test that will establish your basic skills literacy grade levels.
STEP 3
You will be tested in six areas: Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Spelling, Language, Number Operations and Problem Solving.
- You must be at a minimum of 7th grade level for the Office Technology and Microsoft Office Computer Applications courses. Eight-grade level is required to enroll in the Accounting course.
- When you have met the prerequisites you will be invited to attend the Registration Meeting in which an instructor will assist you in determining which course best meets your needs.
- You will be provided with the time and date to attend the Registration Meeting. At the registration meeting you will be given a book list that will list fees that need to be paid (registration and copy fee) and also the books/materials you will need to get started in the class.
STEP 3
Attend the ROP Business Course Registration Meeting. At the Registration meeting you will accomplish the following:
- Complete registration forms
- Obtain in depth information regarding course requirements
- Learn about the internship program
- Meet with the instructor to determine your training plan, set your start date, and determine which books you will need
- Answers to any questions you might have about the program
- A WIA (Workforce Investment Act) representative will also be available to discuss eligibility requirements for those interested in financial assistance with books, and other materials
- Receive your booklist which provides relevant fees that need to be paid before your first day of class, the booklist will also list the books/materials you will need to get started in the course
STEP 4
Start the ROP Business Course of your choice! Congratulations, you are off to learning new and exciting things.
YOU MUST PRESENT YOUR RECEIPT ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS SHOWING THAT YOU HAVE PAID THE COPY FEE AND REGISTRATION FEE BEFORE YOU CAN ATTEND THE CLASSES.
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ROP Business Course Descriptions
Accounting Principles & Practices
- Manual accounting (accounts payable & receivable, payroll, 10-key, financial statements, and more) and computerized accounting, Excel and QuickBooks
- Internet and computer literacy
- Day classes, 8:00 to 11:00 A.M., Monday - Friday, nine month course
- New classes start monthly
- Articulated with Yuba College
- Offers internship
Office Technology (Office Education Lab)
- Office training, filing, machine calculation, typing, business letters/reports, telephone,
- Computer training for beginner, intermediate and advanced computer users
- Word Processing
- Desktop Publishing
- Spreadsheet and much more
- Learn and apply the qualities of an Excellent Support Person
- Customized training
- Sharpen existing skills, update skills, learn new skills
- Gain Professional Communication Skills
- Professional Telephone Etiquette
- Prepare professional business documents
- Day classes are 8:00 to 11:00 A.M. or 11:30 to 2:30 P.M., Monday – Friday
- New classes start monthly
- Some subjects are articulated with Yuba College
- Offers internship
- Gain valuable work experience in the business field
Microsoft Office Computer Applications
- Learn cutting edge Microsoft Office computer applications. You may choose one or more of the following applications: Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, or Word
- For the beginner to the advanced computer user
- Create fliers, spreadsheets, charts, or design a Web Page
- Windows
- Internet
- Gain Microsoft Office Certification
- Certification that is recognized worldwide
- Gain Business Standard Certification in Computer Literacy
- Classes are 11:30 A.M. to 2:30 P.M., Monday through Friday, semester course
- New classes start monthly
- Articulated with Yuba College
ROP Computer Courses Available at the Sutter County One Stop
Click here to see the catalog for a complete description of each ROP course offered through the One-Stop.
LEARN CUTTING EDGE MICROSOFT OFFICE APPLICATIONS
Welcome to the Information Age! Are you ready?
ROP classes at the Sutter County One Stop provide training
For the beginner to the advanced computer user.
- Produce professional documents
- Learn mail merge
- Create spreadsheets and chart
- Create newsletters, brochures, and fliers for home and office.
- Design a Web Page
- Learn to effectively use the Internet
- Learn to utilize Outlook to setup your business contacts and calendar appointments
- Create a database
- Collaboration/sharing your work with others by utilizing other office applications
EARN GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED CERTIFICATION
• IC3, Internet and Computing Core Certification
Successful completion of IC3 ensures you have the knowledge and skills required for basic use of computer hardware, software, networks, and the Internet.
- Computer fundamentals
- Internet
- Computer Applications
- IC3 Certification training is available by enrolling in::
• Accounting
• Office Technology (Office Education Lab)
• Microsoft Office Computer Applications
• Microsoft Certified Application Specialist
Discover the benefits of Microsoft Business Certification.
Ready to get the most out of the 2007 Microsoft Office system? Individuals
who successfully complete a Microsoft Business Certification exam have
the demonstrated skills to work faster and smarter while contributing to
organizational performance.
The Microsoft Business Certification advantage:
• Individuals: differentiate your skills and be more competitive in the job
market.
• Corporations: maximize your technology investment; identify and retain
the best employees.
• Hiring managers: find the most skilled workers and simplify and shorten
the hiring process.
Thousands of Microsoft Certified Application Specialist has demonstrated increased productivity and proven ability to utilize the advanced features of MS Office Professional.
- Training in Microsoft Office Professional
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Microsoft Certification training is available by enrolling in:
• Word Processing
• Office Technology (Office Education Lab)
• Accounting courses
• Day classes are Monday through Friday
Computer Class FAQ
How can I register for the Computer Classes?
Come to the Sutter County One Stop or call (530) 822-5120 and sign-up for the ROP Business Courses Information Meeting. The information meeting will provide all the information you need to decide which course is right for you. Complete the assessment testing, next attend the Registration Meeting to complete the necessary forms, make sure to pay relevant fees and have your materials ready for the first day of class.
Are there evening classes available?
No, not at this time through the ROP program. However, an evening course is being offered through the Adult Education program. You may call (530) 822-5120 for more information.
Do I have to know how to use a computer before I start class?
No. Courses are available for beginner, intermediate and advanced computer users.
How often do the classes start?
Bi-weekly. Call the Sutter One-Stop, (530) 822-5120, to sign up for the ROP Business Courses Information Meeting.
What is the fee for taking the computer classes?
There is a mandatory copy fee of $15.00 for each course you enroll in and a $50 registration fee for each course you enroll in. Books and supplies must be purchased by the student. There is a fee for the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification exams and the IC3 Certification exams should you chose to pursue certification.
Will I receive college credit for these courses?
Introduction to Word, Advanced Word, Introduction to Excel, Advanced Excel, Beginning Business Computers, and PowerPoint are articulated with Yuba College.
Do I need know how to type to take computer classes?
It is best if you know the keyboard by touch.
Are classes open entry/open exit, or are there specific start dates?
Classes are open entry/open exit with specific registration dates.
The student then works at their own pace but needs to finish the course in a timely manner (with the course hours.)
Is there a waiting list or can I enroll in classes right away?
Start dates are ongoing. Call (530) 822-5120 for specific dates.
Do I need a referral to take classes or are they open to the public?
You do not need a referral. Classes are open to the public.
Do I need to purchase textbooks and supplies right away? Will the instructor let us know where to purchase the textbooks and supplies?
Books should be purchased before the class start date. The instructor will advise where to purchase books and supplies.
What financial resources are available?
WIA (Workforce Investment Act) counselors are available for eligibility evaluation. Students may apply for assistance in purchasing Microsoft Certification exams through the Student Body Microsoft Certification fund.
Will I have home work?
Yes.
Do I have to have a computer at home to take these classes?
No, however, it would be to your advantage to have a computer with the appropriate software. We do have a vendor that offers the software at a discounted price.
Do I receive a certificate upon completion of the course?
ROP Certification is awarded to students completing with a 90% average or greater. Microsoft Office Specialist Certification is awarded to those who take and pass the Microsoft exam. IC3 Certification is awarded to students who take and pass the IC3 exams. |
