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Computer Technology / Online LearningCERTIFICATION PREP COURSESComputer Technician Program (CompTIA A+ Certification Prep)As computers play a larger role in every aspect of society, technology is becoming more important in our daily lives and is driving the increasing demand for skilled computer technicians. Computer Technicians can be found working in a variety of industries and the US Department of Labor expects this career field to grow by 18% by 2020. Train affordably online at your own pace in this in-demand field without sacrificing quality! Developed by industry experts, this program includes training on everything you’ll need to earn your A+ Certification through the Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA). The online training format allows you to start at any time, train on your own schedule, and move through the training as quickly as you wish - but you’re never alone. Our Student and Graduate Support Advisors are available by phone, email, and online chat every step of the way. The course cost includes six-month access to the training portal and electronic material. Students additionally will receive the two certification exam vouchers needed to sit for CompTIA’s A+ Certification exam if they complete the course and pass the program’s final exam (a $422 value). AND, with a new promotional agreement, students can now select an HP Windows 10 laptop OR an iPad Air 2 for only a shipping and handling fee of $29!

Online CourseStart date: Anytime with 6 months’ access!182 hoursCourse Cost: $1,999.00 + $29 for electronic deviceMaryland Senior Course Cost: $1,899.00 + $29 for electronic deviceCall (301)784-5281 or www.careerstep.com/alleganycollege$1,500 scholarships available to Allegany County residents! (3 or more years residency)

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Be prepared for a new IT Career in 6 months or less!With our online Computer Technician course you can:

• Study on the schedule and at the pace that works for you.

• Graduate debt-free with affordable tuition you can earn back in just a few paychecks.

• Receive vouchers to take the employer-trusted CompTIA A+ certification upon graduation.

• Be prepared for a field that reports average salaries of over $50,000/yr.

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ITIL Foundations Training (ITC104)This dynamic 3-day course introduces learners to the lifecycle of managing IT services to deliver to business expectations. As well as an engaging, case study based approach to learning the core disciplines of the ITIL best practice, this course also positions the student to successfully complete the associated exam, required for entry into the future ITIL intermediate level training courses. The ITIL Lifecycle best practice is composed of five core disciplines: Service Strategy, Service Design, Service Transition, Service Operations and Continual Service Improvement. These disciplines represent a service life cycle framework that further enhances alignment to the business while demonstrating business value, ROI and enabling IT to solve specific operational needs. This training is best suited for: IT Management, IT Support Staff, IT Consultants, Business Managers, Business Process Owners, IT Developers, Service Providers, and System Integrators. The one-hour certification exam is delivered on the final day of the course. Course cost includes lunch each day, course materials, and the certification exam costs.

8/26- 8/28, Monday- Wednesday (3 sessions)8:30 AM- 5:00 PMOR10/21- 10/23, Monday- Wednesday (3 sessions)8:30 AM- 5:00 PMACM: CE BuildingInstructor: Joe SinenoCourse Cost: $1,100.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $1,000.00$800 scholarships available to Allegany County residents! (3 or more years residency)

CompTIA Network+ Training (ITC106)This training course prepares you for better comprehension of foundational network best practices and procedures endorsed by CompTIA, the IT industry’s premier certification vendor. You will cover critical Network+ certification test objectives, which have received the CompTIA Approved Quality Content symbol assuring accurate preparation for the exam. You will learn the theory behind and practical application of the following areas: network theory, network communication methods, network implementations, networking models, TCP/IP addressing and data delivery, TCP/IP services, LAN infrastructure, WAN infrastructure, remote networking, system security, network security, network attacks, network management, and

network troubleshooting. You will be given access to reading plans, study guides, and practice exams to ground your knowledge and better prepare for the exam. This training course will be administered through a comprehensive, theory based platform. Upon completion of this course, you will be prepared to sit for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam and earn their industry certification. Course cost includes the Network + Certification exam voucher (valid for one year) and lunch every day of training.

9/23- 9/27, Monday- Friday (5 sessions)8:30 AM- 4:30 PMACM: CE15Instructor: Gerald PriceCourse Cost: $1,600.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $1,500.00$1,200 scholarships available to Allegany County residents! (3 or more years residency)

CompTIA Security+ Training (ITC107)This training course will prepare you for better comprehension of security concepts, tools and procedures endorsed by CompTIA, the IT industry’s premier certification vendor. You will learn to react to security incidents and validate their skill in anticipating security risks and guarding against them. You will cover critical Security+ certification test objectives, which have received the CompTIA Approved Quality Content symbol assuring accurate preparation for the exam. Throughout this course, you will review mitigating threats, cryptography, authentication, user and role-based security, peripheral security, public key infrastructure, ports and protocols, network security, wireless security, remote access security, vulnerability testing and monitoring, organizational security, and business continuity. You will be given access to reading plans, study guides, and practice exams to ground your knowledge and better prepare for the exam. This training course will be administered through a comprehensive, theory based platform. Upon completion of this course, you will be prepared to sit for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam and earn their industry certification. Course cost includes a Security+ Certification exam voucher (valid for one year) and lunch every day of training.

11/11- 11/15, Monday- Friday (5 sessions)8:30 AM- 4:30 PMACM: CE15Instructor: Gerald PriceCourse Cost: $1,600.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $1,500.00$1,200 scholarships available to Allegany County residents! (3 or more years residency)

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Visit itexcellence.org for more information or call Autumn Becker at 301-784-5434STARTS SEPTEMBER 2019!

An innovative pathway training program that prepares you for entry level employment in the regional IT fieldComplete five flexible and accessible training modules to propel you into the IT workforce.

Successful completion of each course allows you to take your learning to the next level and articulate your coursework into as many as 12 college credits. This opportunity puts you one step closer to a one-year Certificate or two-year Associate’s degree in Computer Technology at Allegany College of Maryland!

Program Module Format & Dates InstructorEXCELerate Orientation September 4, 2019 Autumn Becker, 6:00-8:00pm Western MD IT Center for Excellence Director & EXCELerate Instructors

CompTIA A+ Preparation ONLINE Dr. Derek Jones September 9-December 6, 2019

Cisco Networking 1 September 16-December 4, 2019 Leonard Bridges, 6:00-8:00 pm Network Administrator, Mondays & Wednesdays CCNA 22 sessions (No class 11/25 & 11/27)

Workplace & College Ready January 8-May 20, 2020 Marissa Miller, IBMEssentials Wednesdays Public Sector 6:00-8:00 pm Recruiting Partner 15 sessions

Cybersecurity Basics ONLINE Dick Soderman, February 5-May 8, 2020 Certified Ethical Hacker

Cisco Networking 2 February 18-May 7, 2020 Leonard Bridges, 6:00-8:00 pm Network Administrator, Tuesdays & Thursdays CCNA 22 sessions (No class 4/7 & 4/9)

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COMPUTER APPLICATIONS Computer Basics- Introduction (EDP930)Are you a new computer user or owner? This course will introduce you to the world of PC computing. Using the Microsoft Windows 10 operating system you will become familiar with computer terminology, explore the fundamentals of computer functions, and survey Microsoft software applications. You will also work with the basics of a PC’s file structure, folders, online help menus, and much more. This course will also teach you the basics of the most commonly used Microsoft applications: Word and Internet Explorer. In this hands-on class you will “learn by doing!” After completing this class, you can continue your Windows education by enrolling in the course EDP931, Computer Basics Intermediate.

9/12-10/10, Thursday (5 sessions)6:00-8:00 PMACM: CE16Instructor: Richard SodermanCourse Cost: $110.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $100.00

Computer Basics- Intermediate (EDP931)This course increases your understanding of computers using the Windows 10 operating system as well as several software applications. You will explore a wide range of computer skill topics as this course is designed to build on and enhance the skills learned in EDP930, Computer Basics Introduction. You will learn to conduct Internet searches, format text using a word processor, create basic formulas using spreadsheet software, and backup data files to a flash drive or CD. The course also will build on your knowledge of managing a PC. You should have mastery of the skills taught in EDP930 to enroll in this class.

10/24-11/21, Thursday (5 sessions)6:00-8:00 PMACM: CE16Instructor: Richard SodermanCourse Cost: $110.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $100.00

Computer Skills for the WorkplaceMost jobs today require a working knowledge of certain computer skills. Employers seek and reward employees with the skills and knowledge to send messages across the country via e-mail; use a spreadsheet to create a graph and paste it into a report; add and edit data in a database; understand the implications of file sizes, memory limitations, and network arrangements; and recognize the function and features of modern computer components. This course is a great introduction to Windows 10 and Office 2016 and is designed to provide the fundamental computer competencies you need to survive and prosper in today’s fast-changing workplace. Focus on practical applications for software most common to the workplace to work faster and more efficiently. When you finish this course, you will have learned why employers consider technological literacy so critical to the success of any organization.

Online CourseStart dates: 8/14, 9/11, 10/16, 11/13, 12/11, 1/156 weeks in lengthInstructor: Dave PaquinCourse Cost: $110.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $110.00Call (301)784-5281 or visit www.ed2go.com/allegany

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Computer Basics - The Complete Series

(EDP932) $170 (MD SR- $160)$100 scholarships available to

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Excel 2016 (EDP978)Become a pro in Excel 2016 with this information packed course! Use this powerful software to create workbooks and worksheets and discover how easy it is to format cells and create formulas to make your life easier at work or at home. Learn how to use the editing and formatting tools and explore the mathematical functions in Excel that allow you to manipulate your numerical data to create a unique spreadsheet that does all the work for you! Learn how to operate the date and time functions, create embedded charts, and use the AutoCalculate and conditional formatting features as well. Gain the knowledge you need from an instructor who holds a Master Certification in MS Office to create successful, useful spreadsheets that will save you time and impress your peers! Please note: While this course is for a beginner Excel user, you must have a basic computer background to enroll in this course.

9/9-10/7, Monday (5 sessions)5:30-7:30 PMACM: CE16Instructor: Patricia BrayCourse Cost: $100.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $95.00

Excel 2016 - Advanced (EDP979)Put your beginner skills into practice and advance to a mastery skill level with this Advanced Excel course. Students will first revisit several Excel basic exercises as a starting point. Then, students will quickly dive into advanced practices like automating workflow by implementing function commands and making use of advanced charting and Sparkline charts. Additional course topics include mastery of Relative vs. Absolute, Linking, Data Lookups, IF statements, SUMIF and PivotTables. Gain the knowledge you need from a veteran CE instructor who holds a Master Certification in MS Office from Microsoft Corporation!

10/21-11/18, Monday (5 sessions)5:30-7:30 PMACM: CE16Instructor: Patricia BrayCourse Cost: $100.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $95.00

Microsoft Excel 2019/Office 365 SeriesThis course bundle will introduce you to Microsoft Office Excel 2019 and teach you its intermediate and advanced features. Whether you’re new to Excel or need a refresher, the Microsoft Excel 2019 Series (bundle of 3 courses) will help you master this longstanding spreadsheet software. The introductory course focuses on the fundamentals as you learn how to quickly and efficiently create fully formatted worksheets as well as common formulas and functions, sorting and analyzing data, custom charts and graphs, and creating three-dimensional workbooks. The intermediate course builds on the fundamental techniques you learned in the introductory Excel 2019 course. Use Excel’s data analysis tools and AutoFilter commands to create macros that eliminate repetitive tasks and features of VLOOKUP, INDEX & the MATCH tools. In the advanced Excel course, you will master advanced techniques for PivotTables, conditional formatting to highlight duplicate entries, and importing external data using Excel’s built-in Power Query tool. By the time you finish this course series, you will know all the possible features and function of Microsoft’s powerful spreadsheet software.

Online CourseThree classes, each 6 weeks in lengthStart dates: 8/14, 9/11, 10/16, 11/13, 12/11, 1/15Instructor: Chad WamboltCourse Cost: $299.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $299.00Call (301)784-5281 or visit www.ed2go.com/allegany

Take BOTH Courses & SAVE 25%!

Excel 2016 Series(EDP980) $150 (MD SR- $140)

$100 scholarships available to Allegany County residents!

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Introduction to Microsoft Word 2019/Office 365Across all industries, the ability to create documents in a word processor is essential in day-to-day functions. From writing reports to knowing how to use Microsoft Word, the most widely-used word processing program, adds an important skill set to your professional profile. This course will introduce you to the 2019 version of Microsoft Word, available through the Office 365 online platform. You will learn the basics of Word 2019 needed to write and edit text and to create, format, and organize documents. By the time you’re done with these hands-on activities, you will be able to use Word confidently at home or on the job.

Online CourseStart dates: 8/14, 9/11, 10/16, 11/13, 12/11, 1/156 weeks in lengthInstructor: Wallace WangCourse Cost: $110.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $110.00Call (301)784-5281 or visit www.ed2go.com/allegany

Office 365 Introduction (EDP988)Have you recently subscribed to Office365 on your PC and you’re not sure where to start? This course will give you a better understanding of Microsoft’s newest cloud based product and the many new features it offers the end user. Learn how Office 365 can be accessed from any device- not just your PC but also on your smartphone or tablet (Apple or Android). You will learn how to harness the power of OneDrive and how to create, edit, manage, and sync your files and folders on the cloud. You will also explore new tips and operations in the 2016 versions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint along with the often overlooked OneNote. Gain the knowledge you need from a veteran CE instructor who holds a Master Certification in MS Office from Microsoft Corporation! Please note: Students must have their own personal Office365 account to utilize throughout this course.

10/1- 10/22, Tuesdays (4 sessions)5:30-7:30 PMACM: CE16Instructor: Patricia BrayCourse Cost: $70.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $65.00

SPECIAL INTEREST COURSES Introduction to SQLLearn the key concepts of Structured Query Language (SQL), and gain a solid working knowledge of this powerful and universal database programming language. By the end of this course, you’ll have a solid working knowledge of structured query language. Topics include sorting and filtering data, calculated fields and functions, summarizing and grouping data, working with subqueries, and transaction processing, constraints and indexes just to name a few. You’ll feel confident in your ability to write SQL queries to create tables; retrieve data from single or multiple tables; delete, insert, and update data in a database; and gather significant statistics from data stored in a database.

Online CourseStart dates: 8/14, 9/11, 10/16, 11/13, 12/11, 1/156 weeks in lengthInstructor: Dr. Cecelia AllisonCourse Cost: $110.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $110.00Call (301)784-5281 or visit www.ed2go.com/allegany

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QuickBooks 2019 SeriesQuickBooks is a powerful tool designed to help small and medium-sized business owners quickly and effectively manage their financials. This course series includes Introduction to QuickBooks 2019 and Intermediate QuickBooks 2019 which is intended to teach you the ins and outs of this program and gain the knowledge necessary to use this well-designed program to its fullest potential – ultimately streamlining your operations and managing all financial aspects of your business on a single platform. As you explore the fundamentals of QuickBooks and features unique to the 2019 Premier Edition, you will gain hands-on experience using the program to simplify your business’ finances—from managing common accounting tasks to creating customized invoices to tracking discounts, credits, and complex transactions. Whether you’re completely new to QuickBooks or merely need a refresher, these courses will empower you to take control of your business finances with a convenient, user-friendly accounting solution. Please Note* QuickBooks software not included in enrollment.

Online CourseStart dates: 8/14, 9/11, 10/16, 11/13, 12/11, 1/15Two classes, each 6 weeks in lengthInstructor: Scott PaxtonCourse Cost: $199.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $199.00Call (301)784-5281 or visit www.ed2go.com/allegany

Introduction to Photoshop CCPhotoshop is the world’s most popular photo-editing program. Artists, photographers, designers, and hobbyists all rely on Adobe Photoshop for image creation and editing. Discover the fastest and most effective ways to use Photoshop from an expert and former columnist for Photoshop User magazine. You’ll learn how to use Photoshop while accessing it from the Creative Cloud (CC). The course provides detailed, step-by-step instructions that you’ll have no trouble following—even if you’ve never used a computer graphics program before! Edit your own photographs to get rid of dust and scratches, fix the color, and correct image exposure, then master techniques for switching the backgrounds on images and removing wrinkles and blemishes from photos, just like they do in magazines. By the time you finish this hands-on, project-oriented course, you’ll be well on your way to expressing yourself with the most exciting graphics program ever developed.

Online CourseStart dates: 8/14, 9/11, 10/16, 11/13, 12/11, 1/156 weeks in lengthInstructor: Sherry LondonCourse Cost: $110.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $110.00Call (301)784-5281 or visit www.ed2go.com/allegany

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