We offer a streamlined curriculum to a well rounded training program whether you are changing careers, reentering the work force or wish to become employed in your first professional position. You will be trained in the Principals of Business, Computer Operations, Bookkeeping, Computerized Accounting and much more!
$50 (Book included in class fee) (6 Weeks Class)
This course is a basic introduction to the applications of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint in a Microsoft environment. You will learn the basics of creating a Word document, an introduction to the power of Excel spreadsheets, and PowerPoint for creating presentations.
Blended Online
$75 (Book included in class fee - 6 weeks class)
This is a comprehensive course providing real life, business, and office skills in Microsoft Word. Though the use of personal computers students will use Word to create business letters, professional documents, and reports. In addition, they will learn navigating around Word, formatting, printing, creating tables and forms, and an introduction to applying fields.
Note: Students will need to use the purchased version of Microsoft Office 365 (MO 365) on a Windows computer. Alternatively, they may complete their work at our school computer lab.
Blended Online
$75 (Book Required)
This is a comprehensive course providing real life, business, and office skills in Microsoft Word. Through the use of personal computers students will secure documents with passwords and digital signatures, create and use custom forms. You will be able to create PowerPoint presentations from outlines and much more.
Prerequisite: This course assumes that students have completed Microsoft Word 2021/365 Level 2 or have equivalent knowledge in the core skills of using Microsoft Word.
Note: Students will need to use the purchased version of Microsoft Office 365 (MO 365) on a Windows computer. Alternatively, they may complete their work at our school computer lab.
Blended Online
$75 (Book included in class fee). (6 weeks class)
This is a comprehensive course providing real life, business, and office skills in Microsoft Excel. Though the use of personal computers students will use Word to create business letters, professional documents, and reports. In addition, they will learn navigating around Excel to enter information, cut, copy and paste information, format worksheets, create spreadsheets, produce charts and graphs, work with formulas, explore relative, mixed and absolute references, produce financial reports, and print workbooks.
Note: Students will need to use the purchased version of Microsoft Office 365 (MO 365) on a Windows computer. Alternatively, they may complete their work at our school computer lab.
Blended Online
Registration Fee: $75 (Book included in class fee). (6 weeks class)
This is a comprehensive course providing real life, business, and office skills in Microsoft Excel. Advanced Conditional Formatting using functions, or formulas. Get more accurate data entry using Data Validation. View another part of your worksheet simultaneously with Watch Window. Easily manage various levels of data in a hierarchical structure using Group and Outline. Summarize large amounts of data using Excel’s Consolidating Data feature. Set criteria to color, add text and, or symbols to your cells with Advanced Custom Number Formats.
Prerequisite: This course assumes that students have completed Microsoft Excel 2021/365 Level 2 or have equivalent knowledge in the core skills of using Microsoft Excel.
Note: Students will need to use the purchased version of Microsoft Office 365 (MO 365) on a Windows computer. Alternatively, they may complete their work at our school computer lab.
Aprenda conceptos b sicos del ordenador en el entorno de Windows utilizando aplicaciones de Windows y Microsoft para principiantes. En este curso los s bados, presentado en espa ol, aprender vocabulario y c mo navegar por el ordenador, y practicar las habilidades. Algunos temas tratados incluyen Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Paint, Nota, fecha, hora, calculadora, correo electr nico, sitios web en el internet, y m s. A trav s de ejercicios guiados por la maestra, crear proyectos y los guardar en archivos, y los organizar en carpetas. Hablaremos sobre las funciones de la impresora que ahorran dinero y productos inform ticos recomendados. La clase es divertida y le ense ar habilidades similares a las que puede usar para el trabajo y el uso personal.
$50 (6 weeks class)
If you want to master the keyboard, but have not done so yet, this is the course for you. Keyboarding skills are a must have for personal use and career development; or just for fun. This course focuses on helping students gain data entry skills, accuracy, speed, and correct use of keyboarding techniques.
Join our Professional Business Program and become job ready in our specialized fast pace classes where “Your Success” is our bottom line! Whether you are changing careers, reentering the work force, or wish to become employed in your first professional position, this is the program for you. You will be trained to utilize the computer as the tool it is meant to be, and be given an important perspective of Accounting for Business. You will study terminology, which is the language of business, principals and processes that occur in the Accounting Cycle for a Proprietorship (Level 1) and for a Corporation (Level 2) as well as an overview of QuickBooks that will allow you to work on basically all computer based accounting programs.
This Certificated Program will provide the necessary training to prepare you for a variety of entry level financial positions such as; Administrative Assistant, Office Assistant, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivables/Billing, and Payroll as well as learning everything for working in QuickBooks that will allow you to compete in today's job market.
$100 (Book included in class fee)
Accounting is the language of business; understanding accounting gives you a competitive edge! This introductory course will prepare students to learn the principals and practices involved in manual double-entry accounting systems and important business terminology. The entire accounting cycle will be covered for a Sole Proprietorship and students will understand the foundation for ALL accounting processes to include: analyzing transactions into its debit/credit parts, journaling, posting, creating financial reports and closing a monthly cycle to prepare for the next fiscal period. Utilizing Excel for accounting will be introduced.
Pre-requisite: Intermediate Level Excel.
$95 (Book included in fee)
Students will learn how to apply accounting practices and business transactions using accounting software Quickbooks Online through the use of simulated businesses. Students will be trained in setting up companies, entering, modifying and correcting transactions, creating financial reports and exporting them to Excel files, making payroll and sales tax calculations, and making end-of-year adjustments and reports. It is highly recommended that the student first completes Fundamentals of Accounting 1 before taking this course or have a working knowledge of accounting principles.
Note: This course is completely cloud-based and the Quickbooks Online Application and exercises can be accessed using a browser on a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Prerequisite: Intermediate Level Excel.
$100 (Same book as part 1)
Accounting is the language of business; understanding accounting gives you a competitive edge! This introductory course will prepare students to learn the principals and practices involved in manual double-entry accounting systems and important business terminology. The entire accounting cycle will be covered for a Sole Proprietorship and students will understand the foundation for ALL accounting processes to include: analyzing transactions into its debit/credit parts, journaling, posting, creating financial reports and closing a monthly cycle to prepare for the next fiscal period. Utilizing Excel for accounting will be introduced.
Prerequisite: Intermediate Level Excel.
$75 (Book included in class fee)
This class expands on the Human Resource Management principles introduced in Part A, addressing strategic planning, employment law, diversity, compliance, performance management, compensation, and additional key topics. This course is ideal for individuals aiming to become effective HR practitioners or those looking to apply HRM skills as line managers or employees.
$75 (Book included in class fee)
This class will be an introduction to the basic elements of human resources. Topics covered will include on overview of 21st century human resource management process, strategic planning, legal issues, diversity management, job analysis and recruitment an employment.
No Cost
Technology has become an indispensable tool for job seekers and those seeking career advancement. Whether you're just starting your career journey or looking to upskill, developing technological skills is crucial. In this workshop, you'll gain practical strategies for leveraging technology to supercharge your job search and future-proof your career. We'll start by exploring free online resources and apps that can streamline your job search process, including AI tools and basic productivity suites, such as Google. We'll explore the latest online tools and platforms to find job opportunities, create a compelling resume, and build interview skills. This workshop will empower you to continually use these technology tools, even after you are hired, making you a more valuable employee and opening pathways for career growth within your chosen field.
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Embarking on a new career journey can be both exciting and daunting. Join us as we guide you through identifying your transferable skills, exploring further education and training options, and rebranding for your desired role. Additionally, we'll take a look at updating resumes to reflect new career directions more effectively.
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San Diego County employers agree that soft skills are the best indicator of success in a new position. This workshop will cover the top soft skills you need in order to get hired in today's market. You will learn about what employers are looking for in a candidate, how you can assess your own skills and improve upon them. You will also find out how to demonstrate your soft skills throughout the hiring process. You will leave with beneficial resources to continue your job search on your own.
I’m happy to have a wonderful teacher and a high-quality learning environment. All students, teachers and staff are very helpful and respectful.
Anita M
I love this class. It has opened many opportunities in business for me. Thank you, Vista Adult School.
Sheri J: Accounting 2
I am grateful for Vista Adult School! The flexibility of the schedule, the variety of teaching resources and, most importantly, the knowledge of the instructor made my experience unique. I am confident that what I learned in the class will be key to my success in my job search.
Also, kudos to our instructor who was always encouraging students to seek different ways to obtain extra income with the tools we learned in class.
Vivian G: Accounting 2
I am having a lot of fun learning how to do payroll, bank reconciliation and journaling petty cash. The teacher is very helpful.
Sheri J: Accounting 1
This class is great! It has given me knowledge and confidence about the rental industry. The professor is very knowledgeable about the subject. Thank you, Mrs. Villagrana!
Catalina: Property Management
I’m so happy to learn all the most up to date laws and skills needed to manage properties in California. After only a few weeks, I already feel confident enough to apply for a job as a Property Manager for a medium or large residential complex.
Nina R: Property Management
Great class, material is set up in a way that is easy to understand. Instructor (Nina DeRochemont) was very knowledgeable.
Josh C: Accounting 1
Having been out of school for some time, I was nervous about returning. Ms. Lupe Villagrana eased my worries. Her class has been amazing, comprehensive, and interactive. It has been a great experience.
Elizabeth B: Property Management
Mrs. Lupe Villagrana brings her career as a professional property manager into the classroom and shares her practical knowledge, experiences, and educational training in an interactive classroom setting. She provides students an understanding of what knowledge and skills are essential to become an effective professional property manager.
Doris C: Property Management
I appreciate the opportunities to learn more about word and excel. The program helped me with skills needed for my job. It also gave me confidence to search for a job that I will like!
I love this class! The teacher, Nina, is very knowledgeable. She makes class interesting.
I am taking this accounting class because I will want to use it in the future to open my own business.