Bring your own camera and master the elementary aspects of digital photography in this hands-on class. Basic computer skills and a digital camera are required. To preregister, please call 718-990-8625 or visit the Job Information Center, or preregister online.

Participants will do a project and learn the. fundamentals of Microsoft Excel. For details and to preregister please call 718-752-3700

Learn the key points of marketing, advertising, sales and promotion to facilitate the opening and growth of your business.

March 21, 6:30-8:00 p.m.: Is a restaurant the right business for you? April 18, 6:30-8:00 p.m.: Choosing the menu; May 16, 6:30-8:00 p.m.: Finding new customers online.

So you have a big interview scheduled. Now what? This workshop will cover what to wear and when to arrive, researching your potential employer, frequently asked interview questions, general guidelines for success and following up after an interview. Preregistration is required. Please call 718-752-3700 for details.

Need more time for your job search or to update your resume? Do you just want to brush up on Microsoft Office applications that you learned in class or practice Metrix Learning? Join us Every Monday and Friday in the Cyber Center Training Room from 2:00 to 5:00 pm for open lab practice. No registration necessary. For more information, visit the Job Information Center.

This 10-hour OSHA course leads to certification in construction safety and health. Preregistration is required. For more information call the branch and ask for Shakira, MarcArthur or Denise.

Build upon your basic knowledge of Microsoft Word in this intermediate-level workshop. Learn how to format your Word document; insert tables, charts and SmartArt; format bibliographies; create envelopes and labels and insert headers and footers. Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Word are required. To preregister, call 718-990-8625 or visit the Job Information Center, or preregister online.

Learn about free online training through Metrix Learning, including certifications in Microsoft Office, QuickBooks and Adobe. Metrix Learning is a self-directed, online learning program offering multiple learning tracks in a single platform. Preregistration is required. For details and to preregister, call 718-752-3700.

Make your job search easier. This class covers: how to get started; general and career-specific websites; finding and applying for jobs online; creating an account at a job search website; creating a resume; avoiding common errors; posting, emailing and mailing a resume; and writing a strong cover letter.

Improve your productivity and boost your basic knowledge in this intermediate-level workshop, where you will learn how to generate formulas and functions, create a home budget and store your personal and professional data. To preregister, please call 718-990-8625 or visit the Job Information Center, or preregister online. Basic computer skills and knowledge of Excel are required.

Learn the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint 2010: create a slide presentation, add photos and images and create handouts for your audience. To preregister, please call 718-990-8625 or visit the Job Information Center, or preregister online.

Participants will plan and create online videos and develop a website after being introduced to various platforms. For details and to preregister please call 718-752-3700.

Learn the basics of Apple computers on MacBook Pro laptops in our monthly Mac labs. This week's topic is Garageband, a digital audio workstation and music sequencer. Preregister online, in person at the Job Information Center or by calling 718-990-8625.

In this four-week course for adults, you will learn basic aspects of the Excel program, including spreadsheets, charts and more. Basic computer skills and preregistration are required. For details and to preregister please call 718-752-3700.

Are you ready for your next federal job application? Participants in this workshop will learn about the nature of federal employment, how and where to search for a federal jo,; how to find and understand federal job advertisements, how to apply for a federal job and how to properly format a resume for a federal job. For more information, please call 718-327-2549 and ask for Brittney or Sara.

Attend this three part series to learn how to harness the power of online marketing to connect with your target audience and successfully market your small business.
The Power of Email Marketing, Tuesday, April 30, 2013 from 5:30 to 6:45 pm
Getting Started With Constant Contact, Tuesday, May 21, 2013 from 5:30 to 6:45 pm
Social Media Marketing Made Simple, Tuesday, May 21, 2013 from 5:30 to 6:45 pm

Do you have an idea for a business? This workshop will teach you how to develop a business plan, create a demand for a product or service, set goals and objectives, create budgets and timelines, identify resources and prepare to open your "doors." Visit the Job Information Center or call 718-990-8625 for more information.

Learn how to navigate online job application websites. This workshop covers how to register and build an employment profile, apply for jobs and upload your resume. You need basic computer skills and an email account. Preregistration is required. Call 718-990-8625, visit the Job Information Center or preregister online.

Learn about Google Docs, an online word processor, spreadsheet and presentation editor that lets you create, store and share documents and collaborate online in real time. Basic computer skills and a Gmail account are required. Call 718-990-8625 or visit the Job Information Center to preregister, or preregister online.

Participants will construct a resume and further expand on the fundamentals of Microsoft Word. For details and to preregister please call 718-752-3700.

A business card can be a great way to stay in a new contact’s mind. In this workshop, participants will learn how to create business cards using Microsoft Publisher. Basic computer skills are required.

Participants will create digital multimedia slideshows out of still photos and online videos using Movie Maker. For details and to preregister, please call 718-752-3700.

Are you applying for jobs? Does your resume stand out from the crowd? Make it as good as it can be! This workshop will cover how to get started, types of resumes, what to include and exclude and tips for making your resume look great! Preregistration is required. Please call 718-752-3700 for more information.

Learn the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint 2010. This workshop will cover how to create a slide presentation, add photos and images, and create handouts. Preregistration is required. Please call 718-990-8625, visit the Job Information Center or preregister online.

If you have never used a computer, this class is for you. Learn the components of a computer, begin to understand terminology and basic functions.

Do your resume and cover letter stand out from the crowd? Make them the best they can be. This workshop will cover how to get started, types of resumes, what to include and exclude, and tips for making your resume and cover letter stronger. Visit the Job Information Center or call 718-990-8625 for more information.

Social networking site LinkedIn allows you to manage your professional identity, build and engage with your professional network and access knowledge, insights and opportunities. In this workshop you will learn how to use LinkedIn to look for employment, network, and keep up with colleagues. Basic computer skills and knowledge of the Internet are required. To preregister call 718-990-8625 or visit the Job Information Center, or preregister online.

Codecademy is a free, easy online learning platform you can use to teach yourself computer languages like Python, HTML, CSS and Ruby. Use lab time to practice coding and collaborate with other learners. Preregistration is required. Please call 718-990-8625, visit the Job Information Center or preregister online.

Learn about free online training through Metrix Learning, including certifications in Microsoft Office, Quickbooks and Adobe. Metrix Learning is a self-directed online learning program offering multiple learning tracks in a single platform. Call 718-661-1200 to preregister for this orientation session.

Participants will plan and create an e-portfolio on their choice of platform. For details and to preregister please call 718-752-3700.