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    E-Centre Computer Training | Service Sector Programs | Online Computer Training

    E-Centre Computer Training

    For more information or to register, please call Ashland Training Centre:
    1-888-552-5263 / 365-0966

    Microsoft Office 2000

    More than just a single program, Office 2000 enables you to perform the most common computing tasks.

    • Word is probably the most versatile program that comes with Office 2000. It’s a word processor that lets you type letters and other printed documents.
    • Excel is a spreadsheet program that helps you keep track of important numbers and data. Excel can be used as a simple expense ledger, or it can graph data and perform complicated calculations.
    • PowerPoint is another useful tool that is included in the Office 2000 Suite. PowerPoint helps you prepare presentations for meetings, forums, and other gatherings where professionalism is paramount.
    • Access is a database where you can keep track of important records and information.
    • Although not included in the Office 2000 Suite, Publisher is an easy to use desktop publishing program that offers flexibility in combining text, pictures, and tables to create high-impact publications and web sites.

    Supported Self-Directed Training

    Training 9:00 am—3:00 pm Each Day

    Introduction to Computers

    The Introduction to Computers is offered with an instructor

    A prerequisite prior to acceptance for the Office 2000 Applications. Students must take this training in order to participate in self directed training.

    Cost/each: $20.00
    Time: 9:00 am — 10:00 am
    Duration: 1 hour Class Instruction + 1 hour e-centre access
    Training Dates: Every 2nd Wednesday Morning

    Independent Computer Use

    Computer Rental Cost/each:
    • Per day: $10.00
    • 1/2 day: $5.00
    • 1 hour: $2.00
    • 30 min: $1.50
    • 15 min: $1.00
    Computers are on a first come first serve basis.
    E-Centre Services

    Scanner $.50 per scan & print
    Fax $1.00 for the first page ($.050 for each extra page)
    Photocopy $0.10 per page
    Printing $0.10 per page

    Supported Self -Directed Training Course Choices

    Choose From One or More Applications

    Office 2000 Level One Applications
    • Word
    • Excel
    • PowerPoint
    • Publisher,
    Cost/each: $199
    Materials Cost/each: $39
    Time: 9:00 am — 3:00 pm
    Duration: 3 1/2 days per application
    Office 2000 Level Two Applications
    • Word
    • Excel


    Cost/each: $199
    Materials Cost/each: $39
    Time: 9:00 am—3:00 pm
    Duration: 31/2 days per application
    Simply Accounting Version 7.0
    • Level One
    • Level Two


    Cost/each: $199
    Materials Cost/each: $39
    Time: 9:00 am-3:00 pm
    Duration: 3 1/2 days per application

    Training Dates:

    We offer continuous intake, as space is available in the e-centre.
    Participants who successfully complete the above programs will receive a certificate.

    Individual Instructor time available

    Cost/each: Available Upon Request

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    Service Sector Programs

    For further information on, or to register for, certification in Construction Worker Safety, Transportation of Dangerous Goods and WHMIS, please call or inquire at our front desk at (250) 365-0966 or, toll free, at 1-888-552-5263.

    Foodsafe Level 1

    Duration: 1 day 9:00 am to 6:00 pm (1 hour lunch)
    To register, please call 365-0966 or
    toll free, 1-888-552-5263
    For further information - atcadmin@ashlandtrn.com

    Castlegar Course Dates:
    • February 28, 2007
    • April 4, 2007
    Nelson Course Dates:
    • March 14, 2007
    Trail Course Dates:
    • February 21, 2007
    Topics:
    • Introduction to FoodSafe
    • Food Service Illness and Injury
    • Receiving and Storing Food
    • Preparing Food
    • Serving Food
    • Cleaning
    Cost: $60, includes Manual.
    Payment required upon registration. Prices subject to change without notice.
    Foodsafe Level 2

    FoodSafe Level 2 is a two-day course designed to be delivered to managers, supervisors and operators in the foodservice industry.

    NOTE: registrants must have successfully completed FoodSafe Level 1 beforehand and are required to bring documentation for Level 1 confirmation.

    Duration: 2 days 9:00 am to 4:30 pm (1 hour lunch)
    To register, please call 365-0966 or
    toll free, 1-888-552-5263
    For further information - atcadmin@ashlandtrn.com

    Castlegar Course Dates:
    • August 21 & 22, 2006
    Topics:
    • Foodborne Illness Organisms
    • Introduction to HACCP
    • Managing for Food Safety
    • Design and Maintenance
    Cost: $119, includes Manual.
    Payment required upon registration. Prices subject to change without notice.

    Quality Customer Service

    Duration: 4 weeks

    Course Dates:
    • TBA
    Topics:
    • Interacting with Customers
    • Dealing with Difficult Customers
    • Selling Techniques
    • Steps of the Sales Process
    • Meeting Customer Needs
    • Who are Your Customers and What do They Buy?
    • Building Permanent Customer Relationships
    • Developing a Winning Service Strategy
    • Customers and the Telephone
    • Using the Electronic Sales Register
    • Customer Service Work Experience
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    Online Computer Training

    Ashland Training Centre's Online Learning Centre Our new On-line Learning Centre provides the following to maximize your computer learning experience ...
    • On-line self directed training
    • Instructor assistance with courses
    • Computer training manuals for training and future reference
    Current on-line training programs available include ...
    • Windows 98 / Windows XP
    • MS Office 2000 applications - Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint
    • MS Publisher
    • WHMIS
    • Money Basics
    • Workplace Development
    Cost: All courses are available for the cost of independent computer use alone (see costs above)

    We invite you to learn in a comfortable environment with an experienced instructor.

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    Open Mon to Fri 8:30 - 4:30 (closed at noon)
    1414 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar, BC, V1N 3K3
    Telephone: (250) 365-0966
    Toll Free: 1-888-552-5263
    Facsimile: (250) 365-3342