Online computer training at no cost!

Have you been thinking about upgrading your computer skills?

How about learning Excel or Power Point or Access or other Microsoft programs online at no cost, all done in the cool comfort of your own home.

The Center for Business Excellence is offering online information technology training provided by the Microsoft® Elevate America program.

This training includes general, self-paced, beginning and intermediate E-Learning online courses in Microsoft Windows and Office. There also are IT Professional online courses tailored for individuals on a technical professional career track in areas such as web development or database management. To see the entire Microsoft course selection visit https://www.microsoftelearning.com/catalog/default.aspx

To access this training, you must apply for a voucher for each course you wish to take. The application for vouchers is located at http://elevateamerica.floridajobs.org. Other details are also there, including an on-line assessment to determine your basic computer literacy.

Vouchers are available through Aug. 21 or while supplies last. All vouchers must be activated by Aug. 21. Vouchers for general E-Learning and IT courses are good for 12 months after the date of activation.

If you are interested in becoming certified in one of the five areas of Microsoft certification, exam vouchers also are available at no cost. Exams are administered at Certiport testing locations: a list of sites may be viewed at http://www.certiport.com/portal/pages/locatorview.aspx.

Exam sites in Volusia and Flagler Counties require a $20 sitting fee per exam. Certification Exam vouchers must be activated and used by August 21.

Questions? E-mail us at elevateamerica@cbe-fvc.org.