Getting Started on Computers

Nowadays computer skills are often a 'must' when looking for a job. There are several organizations that offer computer classes for free, or for a very minimal charge. So if you're looking to get started in your computer training or brush up on skills you already have, check out the following sites.

Osborne Village Resource Centre

107½ Osborne Street
989-6503
www.ovrc.ca
Free public access to computers for self-directed job search.

Computer training for a very small charge:

• Basic Microsoft Word
• Basic Microsoft Excel
• One-on-one tutoring
  Please note that there is a small cost for their 3 day courses.

Neeginan Institute

421-181 Higgins Avenue
989-8860

Free computer training for Aboriginal adults

• 5 day course
• receive a free computer at the end of course
• small and large group instruction

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Opportunities for Employment

2nd Floor, 352 Donald Street
925-3490

Computer Literacy Program

• available free minimal criteria may apply

BUILT Network

403-83 Garry Street
942-7459

Customer Service Representative Program

• Open to anyone
• computer courses start every 8 weeks
• read and write English
• 18 years or older

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