Course Descriptions:
All courses are open to all students but we encourage you to honor prerequisite recommendations for the sake of other students.

Check the calendar for current listings of dates and times of all courses. Classes start the first full week of the month unless otherwise indicated. Registration closes the last Monday of every month. Each class has a minimum of three students.

If you need a class and cannot find it on our schedule please contact us about the possibility of arranging something for you.

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Computer Applications for
Small Businesses and New Users

The QVCDC understands that small business owners and new computer users need to make the most of their tools in order to succeed. If you are looking to broaden your knowledge about your home or office PC, then these are the courses for you! Put your computer to work for you!  

Windows-Internet for Beginners
3 Classes, 6 hours  $135   text included
An introductory course for persons who are unfamiliar with computers, Windows or the Internet. This class explains how to open and close programs, how to install/remove software or hardware and how to customize your computer. You will also learn to send, receive and organize your email and how to send attachments. Learn about search engines and how to download off the Web. You'll also learn to set up protective anti-virus programs. This course prepares the student for other applications. 
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**NEW** Advanced Windows/Internet
3 Classes - 6 hours  $135     Textbook - call for price

This comprehensive course will teach you elements of internet safety & preventive maintenance, such as preventive actions for computer hardware and media - what does Scan Disk and Disk Defragmenter really do?; Why it's important to have virus and firewall protection; preventive actions during computer use, such as saving files regularly and what to do when your computer crashes; and troubleshooting techniques which will cover how to tell when your computer crashes and helpful reference web sites. Students should be familiar with Windows.    
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Word Basic (Office 2003 or 2007)
3 Classes - 6 hours $135     Textbook - call for price
An introductory word processing course. Learn how to use the file, edit, view, insert and format menus, create letters and lists. Students should be familiar with Windows.    
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Word Intermediate (Office 2003 or 2007)
3 Classes - 6 hours $135     Textbook - call for price
This more advanced word processing course teaches how to perform mail merges using Word, how to use advanced formatting options, and how to create/format tables.  Students should be familiar with Windows and Word Basic.
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Word Advanced (Office 2007)
3 Classes - 6 hours $135     Textbook - $26
This advanced level of Word introduces advanced table techniques, excel integration, mail merges, macros and forms.   Students should be familiar with Word Intermediate
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Excel Basic (Office 2003 or 2007)
3 Classes - 6 hours $135     Textbook - call for price
This course introduces the student to spreadsheets. The basic course teaches how to format and edit cells, use the drop down menus and create simple formulas. Students should be familiar with Windows.   
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Excel Intermediate (Office 2003 or 2007)
3 Classes - 6 hours $135     Textbook - call for price
This advanced course teaches how to set up workbooks, create charts, use advanced formulas and additional formatting tools. Students should be familiar with Excel Basic.   
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Excel Advanced (Office 2007)
3 Classes - 6 hours $135     Textbook - $26
This advanced level of Excel course teaches how to work with macros, PivotTables and databases.  Students should be familiar with Excel Intermediate
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PowerPoint - Presentations and more...(Office 2007)
3 Classes - 6 hours $135     Textbook - $26
This course will cover the basics of creating powerful presentations. Topics covered will include, how to insert text and graphics, change colors and select slide schemes. Students will develop sample presentations as well as have time to create their own. Students should be familiar with Windows.   
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Outlook (Office 2007)
2 Classes - 4 hours $75     Text - $26
Take advantage of some of the custom and time-saving features in this email and personal information management system. Topics covered include: Setting-up Multiple Accounts, Custom Signatures and Stationery and Using the Calendar. Students should be familiar with Windows/Internet
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QuickBooks for Small Businesses-owners (QuickBooks Pro 2008)
4 Classes - 8 hours       Textbook - $35
This course will cover the essential topics needed to implement QuickBooks. Start with understanding Basic Accounting, setting up the chart of accounts, creating service items list, and much more. Students should be familiar with Windows. 
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QuickBooks for Small Businesses-employees (QuickBooks Pro 2008)
3 Classes, 6 hours $135     Textbook - $35
This class, designed for employees, is an introductory to the popular QuickBooks Pro accounting software.  Topics covered include: Creating Invoices, Receiving Payments, Entering Sales Receipts, Making Deposits, Writing Checks and Reports. Students should be familiar with Windows
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Résumé Writing
3 Session - 6 hours  $135  text included         
This class covers organizing, writing and formatting your Résumé using templates and other documents created in class. Submitting résumés on-line, basic information on writing a business letter and how to determine what the employer is looking for, various ways to seek employment and the basics of preparing for and going to a job interview will also be covered. Students must be familiar with Windows & Word.  
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Off-Site Computer Training
The Quaboag Valley CDC offers off-site, customized computer skills training for Quaboag Hills Region employers. Any of our computer training courses are available.

Please call 413-967-3001 for more information
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The Quaboag Valley CDC is an Equal Opportunity provider