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Attention!
Interested in starting or enhancing your career in business?
Follow the simple steps noted below: |
 STEP 1
Come to the Sutter County One Stop or call 530.822.5120 and one of our friendly staff will sign you up for the next mandatory ROP Business Course Information Meeting.
STEP 2
Attend the ROP Business Course Information Meeting.
At the Information Meeting you will be provided with information about the various business courses offered at Sutter County One Stop.
You will learn:
- What courses are offered
- The prerequisites
- About the course requirements, attendance policy, dress code, etc.
- What kind of Business Standard Based certifications are offered
- Costs involved
- Cost of books
- Date and hours of the bookstore
- Procedure for purchasing books and paying the copy fee
- An instructor will assist you in determining which course best meets your needs
- A WIA (Workforce Investment Act) representative will also be on-hand to discuss eligibility requirements for those interested in financial assistance with books, and other materials
- When you decide which ROP Business Course will best meet your need, you will sign-up for the Registration Meeting. You will be provided with the time and date to attend the Registration Meeting and a book list authorizing the purchase of the copy fee ($15.00) required for Registration. All students interested in taking ROP business courses must pay this mandatory fee for each course enrolled in.
- The answers to any questions you might have about the ROP Business Program
STEP 3
Attend the ROP Business Course Registration Meeting.
At the Registration meeting you will accomplish the following:
- Present your receipt for the copy fee.
- Complete registration forms
- Obtain in depth information regarding course requirements
- Learn about the internship program
- Meet with the instructor to determine your training plan, set your start date, and determine which books you will need
- Answers to any questions you might have about the program
STEP 4
Start the ROP Business Course of your choice.
After you purchase your book(s) you will begin attending classes.
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ROP Business Course Descriptions
Accounting Principles & Practices
- Manual accounting (accounts payable & receivable, payroll, 10-key, financial statements, and more) and computerized accounting, Excel and QuickBooks
- Internet and computer literacy
- Day classes, 8:00 to 11:00 A.M., Monday - Friday, nine month course
- New classes start monthly
- Articulated with Yuba College
- Offers internship
 Office Technology (Office Education Lab)
- Office training, filing, machine calculation, typing, business letters/reports, telephone,
- Computer training for beginner, intermediate and advanced computer users
- Word Processing
- Desktop Publishing
- Spreadsheet and much more
- Learn and apply the qualities of an Excellent Support Person
- Customized training
- Sharpen existing skills, update skills, learn new skills
- Gain Professional Communication Skills
- Professional Telephone Etiquette
- Prepare professional business documents
- Day classes are 8:00 to 11:00 A.M. or 11:30 to 2:30 P.M., Monday – Friday
- New classes start monthly
- Some subjects are articulated with Yuba College
- Offers internship
- Gain valuable work experience in the business field
 Microsoft Office Computer Applications
- Learn cutting edge Microsoft Office computer applications. You may choose one or more of the following applications: Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, or Word
- For the beginner to the advanced computer user
- Create fliers, spreadsheets, charts, or design a Web Page
- Windows
- Internet
- Gain Microsoft Office Certification
- Certification that is recognized worldwide
- Gain Business Standard Certification in Computer Literacy
- Classes are 11:30 A.M. to 2:30 P.M., Monday through Friday, semester course
- New classes start monthly
- Articulated with Yuba College
ROP Computer Courses Available at the Sutter County One Stop
Click here to see the catalog for a complete description of each ROP course offered through the One-Stop.
LEARN CUTTING EDGE MICROSOFT OFFICE APPLICATIONS
Welcome to the Information Age! Are you ready?
ROP classes at the Sutter County One Stop provide training
For the beginner to the advanced computer user.
- Produce professional documents
- Create spreadsheets and chart
- Create newsletters, brochures, and fliers for home and office.
- Design a Web Page
- Learn to effectively use the Internet
- Learn to utilize Outlook to setup your business contacts and calendar appointments
- Create a database
EARN GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED CERTIFICATION
• IC3, Internet and Computing Core Certification
Successful completion of IC3 ensures you have the knowledge and skills required for basic use of computer hardware, software, networks, and the Internet.
- Computer fundamentals
- Internet
- Computer Applications
- IC3 Certification training is available by enrolling in::
• Accounting
• Office Technology (Office Education Lab)
• Microsoft Office Computer Applications
• Microsoft Certified Application Specialist
Discover the benefits of Microsoft Business Certification.
Ready to get the most out of the 2007 Microsoft Office system? Individuals
who successfully complete a Microsoft Business Certification exam have
the demonstrated skills to work faster and smarter while contributing to
organizational performance.
The Microsoft Business Certification advantage:
• Individuals: differentiate your skills and be more competitive in the job
market.
• Corporations: maximize your technology investment; identify and retain
the best employees.
• Hiring managers: find the most skilled workers and simplify and shorten
the hiring process.
Thousands of Microsoft Certified Application Specialist has demonstrated increased productivity and proven ability to utilize the advanced features of MS Office Professional.
- Training in Microsoft Office Professional
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Microsoft Certification training is available by enrolling in:
• Word Processing
• Office Technology (Office Education Lab)
• Accounting courses
• Day classes are Monday through Friday
• One or two semester course depending on course of study
Computer Class FAQ
How can I register for the Computer Classes?
Come to the Sutter County One Stop or call (530) 822-5120 and sign-up for the ROP Business Courses Information Meeting. The information meeting will provide all the information you need to decide which course is right for you. Next attend the Registration Meeting to complete the necessary forms and pay the mandatory copy fee ($15.00). Next purchase the book(s) you will need to start your classes. Start attending classes.
Are there evening classes available?
Evening classes are offered on Tuesday and Thursday, from 6:00 to 8:30 P.M. Call 822-5120 and ask to be placed on the list for the Evening ROP Computer Applications Class, taught by Dave Moore.
Do I have to know how to use a computer before I start class?
No. Courses are available for beginner, intermediate and advanced computer users.
How often do the classes start?
Bi-weekly., Call the Sutter One-Stop, (530) 822-5120, to sign up for the ROP Business Courses Information Meeting.
What is the fee for taking the computer classes?
Classes are free. There is a mandatory copy fee of $15.00 for each course you enroll in. Books and supplies must be purchased by the student. There is a fee for the Microsoft Specialist Certification exams and the IC3 Certification exams.
Will I receive college credit for these courses?
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access are articulated with Yuba College.
Do I need know how to type to take computer classes?
It is best if you know the keyboard by touch.
Are classes open entry/open exit, or are there specific start dates?
Classes are open entry/open exit with specific Registration dates.
The student then works at their own pace.
Is there a waiting list or can I enroll in classes right away?
Start dates are on going. Call (530) 822-5120 for specific dates.
Do I need a referral to take classes or are they open to the public?
You do not need a referral. Classes are open to the public.
Do I need to purchase textbooks and supplies right away? Will the instructor let us know where to purchase the textbooks and supplies?
Books should be purchased before the class start date. The instructor will advise where to purchase books and supplies.
What financial resources are available?
WIA (Workforce Investment Act) counselors are available for eligibility evaluation. Students may apply for assistance in purchasing Microsoft Certification exams through the Student Body Microsoft Certification fund.
Will I have home work?
Yes.
Do I have to have a computer at home to take these classes?
No, however, it would be to your advantage to have a computer with the appropriate software.
Do I receive a certificate upon completion of the course?
ROP Certification is awarded to students completing with a 90% average or greater. Microsoft Office Specialist Certification is awarded to those who take and pass the Microsoft exam. IC3 Certification is awarded to students who take and pass the IC3 exams. |
