Knowledge Network’s Empowerment Through Technology includes Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) training and Certification, Advanced Web Design and Graphic Design training, and Basic Computer Literacy training. The objective of the program is to empower individuals with the technical skill-set, and certifications, necessary to compete in today’s highly competitive labor and academic market. To see if you qualify for free training click here to view the Eligibility Requirements.

Program Components:
1. Microsoft Office Specialist Certification
2. Advanced Information Technology Training: Web Design, Graphic Arts, and Networking
3. Basic Computer Literacy
4. Online Job Search and Resume

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification:

BENEFITS OF CERTIFICATION Earning the MOS certification will enable program participants to be more competitive in school and in the workplace. While the average Microsoft Office user utilizes only 20% of its features, the MOS certification will train program participants to use 85% or more of its features.

“Research shows not only do Microsoft Office Specialists find work faster, they also earn up to 12% more than individuals who are not certified…71% of supervisors use Microsoft Office Specialist in hiring, promotion, and advancement decisions. This is because 89% of supervisors believe that Office Specialists are more proficient than none certified users, and 85% of all supervisors surveyed believe that certified individuals are significantly more productive.”

Advanced IT Training WEB DESIGN, GRAPHIC ARTS, & NETWORKING

The objective of Advance training is to teach students specialized high-tech skills that cover a wide range of IT specialization areas. Students will learn and develop the skill-set necessary to perform specific IT job functions that relate to careers in web design, networking, and Technical Support. The Web and Graphic Design training course will teach students to use professional web and graphics software like Adobe: Flash, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, PhotoShop, and Illustrator. Students will also be introduced to computer programming and markup languages like Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML) and Cascading Styles Sheet (CSS). This phase of training is hands-on and focuses on developing a professional portfolio that will later aid students in their employment search and placement.

Introduction to Computer Applications

Our computer literacy course was designed for individuals with little to no computer experience. This course is an important prerequisite for any individual working towards the attainment of the Microsoft Office Specialist credential.

Program Components:
1. Email Basics: Email your resume as an attachment
2. Word: Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Office Word
3. Excel: Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Office Excel
4. Internet Explorer: Online Job Search Tips and Tricks / Finding information online
5. Windows XP and Typing: Acquire the fundamental skills necessary to operate and maintain a PC

Eligibility Requirements:

(If you are 18-21 apply for our Youth Program)
>> Ages 21 and older
>> Unemployed
>> Underemployed
>> Currently not receiving cash assistance

KNOWLEDGE NETWORK Computer Training Next Step:

contact CT Works (by calling 203.624.1493, and dial 0. Let them know that you would like to participate in computer training at Knowledge Network and ask to be scheduled for the next available "One Stop Services Orientation" for tuition assistance.