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February 27, 2008

MS Office Skills Training: Carroll Center - Newton, MA

Over 70% of the consumers who completed the Carroll Center's MS Office Skills Training Program are employed or returned to college. Although many persons think this training is reserved for those seeking jobs in an office, being computer literate and confident is critical for any job seeker or self-employed individual.

As one graduate said:

"A person can learn all the basic things about the software in a few weeks of training, but the intensity of the Office Skills program - every day for 10 weeks - was what was I needed to really hone my skills."

Graduates typically do internships after completing the program while job searching. All attendees indicated that the training directly impacted their confidence and ability to secure employment. Here is a sampling of some of their jobs:

  • Director of Services, Metro West Independent Living Center
  • Merchants Loan Officer;
  • Saxophone Player, playing in the orchestra for pop stars, recording own CD with Alycia Keys;
  • Vision Rehab. Therapist;
  • Legal Counsel;
  • Spanish-English Medical Translator;
  • Yoga Instructor, front desk staff at Health facility;
  • DJ--self employed;
  • Receptionist/Assistant in Real Estate Office; and
  • Customer Service at Mass. Secretary of State Office

The next class is scheduled to begin on March 24th. Do you have a client/consumer who needs the skills to get ahead? Ensure your consumers have the skills to be successfully employed. Refer them today!

Orientation for MS Office Skills Training March 11, 1:30 pm To attend contact: Dina Rosenbaum at 800-852-3131.

Carroll Center for the Blind 770 Centre St Newton, MA 02459

Posted by Nancy at February 27, 2008 12:14 PM

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