Business & Technology Training
Computer Classes
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We offer a variety of multi-session classroom courses, scheduled evenings or Saturdays at various locations in Alexander and Catawba counties. Registration cost is typically $65 per person + $5 Technology fee. Scroll down this page to see a description of the classes offered and the schedule of availability.
General Information
- Courses are twelve (12) hours long and are taught on IBM compatible computers using Windows XP.
- Classes are designed for:
- Home computer users
- Small business owners
- Persons preparing for employment
- Those who need upgrade training to stay current at their worksite
- People who are just interested in computers
- Each student will have access to a computer without having to share with another student.
- Reserving a space and payment of fees.
- Courses fill up quickly and space can only be reserved by PRE-PAYING the Registration Fee and completing the Registration Form on a first come basis.
- There is a fee waiver for persons at least 65 years old unless otherwise stated. The $5 Technology fee is not waived.
- Registration deadlines are normally one week prior to the class start date.
- A portable flash drive is recommended for all hands-on computer classes. Please purchase prior to first session. Flash drives are available in the campus bookstore or anywhere computer supplies are sold.
- All instruction is presented in English.
- Familiarity with the typewriter keyboard and the ability to type at least 25 words per minute is recommended. A Keyboard Familiarization course is available.
- Please select the class and dates carefully. CLASSES ARE FILLED ON A FIRST-COME FIRST-SERVED BASIS AND THERE IS A LIMITED REFUND POLICY. NO REFUND FOR NO SHOWS AND NO TRANSFERS FOR NO SHOWS.
- No textbooks are required, unless stated otherwise. Handouts may be available at the instructor's choice.
Locations
Catawba County
Unless noted otherwise in the schedule Class sessions are available two ways
- Four Evenings, from 6 - 9 PM once a week or
- Two Saturdays, from 8 AM - 2 PM (No Lunch Break)
All fees must be pre-paid to assure your registration. Pre-payment and pre-registration should be used for all computer application courses.
For further information about Catawba County computer classes please call Janet Lail at (828) 327-7000, ext. 4116 or email at jwlail@cvcc.edu or Susan Killian at (828) 327-7000, ext. 4330 or email at skillian@cvcc.edu
Alexander County
Unless otherwise noted, classes will be at the CVCC Alexander County Center 975 Hwy. 90 East, Taylorsville, NC 28681.
All fees must be pre-paid to assure your registration. Pre-payment and pre-registration should be used for all computer application courses.
For further information about Alexander County computer classes please call (828)632-8221 or email the coordinator at mailto:lgraham@cvcc.edu
For more information, contact Janet Lail at (828) 327-7000, ext. 4116 or jwlail@cvcc.edu
