Google IT Support Professional Certificate: Online This online, self-paced course can be started anytime throughout the semester. Prepare for an entry-level job in IT support. Designed for students who have basic computer skills and an interest in expanding on those skills. This online program with learning support and coaching from an NSCC instructor has the flexibility to fit your schedule. The program includes five courses: Technical Support Fundamentals, The Bits and Bytes of Computer Networking, Operating Systems and You, System Administration and IT Infrastructure Services, and IT Security: Defense Against the Digital Dark Arts. Students should plan on committing 10 to 20 hours a week. Prerequisite: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Excel: Just Pivot Tables Workshop Learn the analysis and consolidation of data using an Excel Pivot Table report. Learn to transform loosely organized lists of data into concise useful interactive summary reports that make it easy to visualize, use, and present your information in various configurations. Visual reports in the form of Pivot Charts will also be included. Flash drive required. Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.

CompTIA A+ Certification Prep

CompTIA A+ Certification is the foundation of your Information Technology Profession and provides you with an industry recognized, valued credential. Learn the essential skills and information needed to install, upgrade, repair, configure, troubleshoot, optimize, and perform preventative maintenance of basic PCs, and the ability to connect users to the data they need to do their jobs regardless of the devices being used. This course prepares you to take the CompTIA A+ Certification Exams Core 1 & Core 2. Cost of the textbook and the exam are included. ONLINE OPTION AVAILABLE. ONLINE COURSES CAN BE STARTED ANYTIME THROUGHOUT THE SEMESTER. COPY THIS LINK INTO YOUR BROWSER TO REGISTER: https://careertraining.ed2go.com/northshorecc/trainingprograms/ a-plus-certification-with-exam

Google Apps: Remote Learning Course This course provides an introduction to Google Productivity Apps, including Docs (Word Processor), Sheets, (Spreadsheet), Slides (Presentation App), Drive (Online file storage), Calendar and Gmail.

Computer: An Introduction An ideal beginner's class from learning computer hardware basics to exploring Windows and Microsoft Office (including Word). Learn through hands-on sessions to open, close, size and switch between windows; create, edit, format, save and print a document. Build the necessary foundation for further study in computers. Knowledge of the keyboard is necessary. Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.

Comptia IT Fundamentals CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification is your launch pad for an IT career. Course provides a strong IT foundation for non-technical professionals and advanced end-users at home, work, college, or high school. Focus on essential IT skills including features and functions of common operating systems and establishing network connectivity, identifying common software applications and their purpose, and using security and web browsing best practices. Prepares you for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals examination (Exam FC0-U61) and is a suggested prerequisite to CompTIA A+. Cost of the textbook and the exam are included. ONLINE OPTION AVAILABLE. COPY THIS LINK INTO YOUR BROWSER TO REGISTER: https://careertraining.ed2go.com/northshorecc/training-programs/comptia-it-fundamentals

CyberSafe- Remote Learning Course Attention all end-users of computers, mobile devices, networks, and the Internet! Time to use technology more securely to minimize digital risks. Learn and understand security compliance considerations, social engineering malware, and various other data security related concepts. Explore the hazards and pitfalls and learn how to use technology safely and securely. Book and CyberSafe Certification Exam included.

File Management Proficiency Create, delete, restore, rename, and copy files and folders. Organize and keep track of your files and folders more efficiently using 'My Computer' and the file manager "Explorer". Become proficient in using a flash drive to store files and folders and transfer to another computer. Use a network drive and hierarchy to locate files and folders. Create shortcuts and perform searches. Prerequisite: Completion of Introduction to the Computer or equivalent computer experience. Flash drive required. Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.