Continuing Education Courses Winter 2011
Bitterroot College Program of The University of Montana in partnership with
Ravalli County Economic Development Authority (RCEDA) and Bitterroot Job Service
All classes meet at the Bitterroot College Program, co-located with
the Bitterroot Job Service and RCEDA at 274 Old Corvallis Road, Hamilton
 TO REGISTER, COMPLETE REGISTRATION FORM ON BACK 
COMPUTERS
PACKAGE DEAL
PACKAGE DEAL
QuickBooks and Excel
TAKE BOTH CLASSES FOR ONLY $82
Computer Navigation, Computer Basics,
and Word Processing
TAKE ALL 3 CLASSES FOR ONLY $30
COMPUTER NAVIGATION – $10
9:00am–noon; Fri, Feb 11
1 class meeting
Left click? Right click? Windows? Icons? Desktop? Have computer
phobia? Been trying to avoid computers for years? Just plain lost
when it comes to basic computer terms and basic computer knowhow? This class provides a single hands-on session on how to use a
computer mouse and move through computer screens. This class is
the place to start.
COMPUTER BASICS
includes Computer Navigation course – $20
9:00am–noon; Fri, Feb 11
5 class meetings
8:45am–10:15am; Mon & Wed; Feb 14, 16, 21, & 23
What do you need to know about computers to get a job in today’s
world? What do you need to know about computers to start college?
What can a computer do for you at home? This class is a hands-on
basic computer operations course, covering: creating and managing
files, sending and receiving emails, attaching files to emails, basic
Internet searching, and attaching printers. Course fee includes
enrollment in Computer Navigation class (required).
WORD PROCESSING BASICS
includes Computer Navigation course – $20
9:00am–noon; Fri, Feb 11
5 class meetings
10:30am–12:00pm; Mon & Wed; Feb 14, 16, 21, & 23
Need to produce documents at work? Need to type college papers?
Need to format a resume? This course teaches basic word
processing skills and the fundamentals of computer keyboarding by
touch. Topics include text & page formatting, learning the keyboard,
and building keyboarding accuracy and speed. The availability of
home practice is strongly recommended. Course fee includes
enrollment in Computer Navigation class (required).
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
PROVIDED FOR ALL COURSES
QUICKBOOKS – $42
9:00am–noon; Mon, Jan 31 & Feb 7
2 class meetings
A complete overview for setting up your business—chart of
accounts, accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank reconciliation,
memorizing reports/transactions. Taught on QB 2008 but content
applies to earlier versions; instructor can speak on any version.
EXCEL – $42
9:00am–noon; Wed, Feb 2 & 9
2 class meetings
Explore the basics of spreadsheet functions. Learn short cuts to
assist in data entry, how to create formulas, and basic formatting.
Learn to print in Excel & how to manage an Excel workbook, crosssheet formulas & viewing multiple sheets. Prerequisite: experience in
basic Windows functions or some experience with Excel.
BUSINESSES & WORKERS
PACKAGE DEAL
Business Basics Series
TAKE ALL 5 CLASSES FOR ONLY $70
BUSINESS BASICS – $15 per class meeting
9:00am–11:00am
Fri, Jan 28 & Feb 4, 11, 18, & 25
5 class meetings
A five-part business planning and operating series featuring:
1) Business Planning , 2) Business Planning−Financials, 3) Marketing
4) Human Resources & Incorporation, and 5) Obtaining Financing.
PACKAGE DEAL FOR BUSINESSES
Send More Than One Employee to
Worker Strategies for Success
EACH ADDITIONAL EMPLOYEE ONLY $5
WORKER STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS – $10
9:00am–4:00pm; Thurs, Jan 27
9:00am–noon; Fri, Jan 28
2 class meetings
Learn the secrets of getting a job, keeping a job, and advancing in a
job—understand what employers are looking for in an applicant and
employee. Topics covered: workplace culture, attitudes & behavior,
values & ethics, communication, motivation, problem solving, time
management, and more! Concludes with an employer panel.
The University of Montana is an equal opportunity educator and employer. To request an alternative format or
disability accommodations, please contact Victoria Clark at (406) 375-0100 or victoria.clark@umontana.edu