Welcome
What We Do
We teach students computers on computers. Our courses begin with a student at a keyboard in front of a monitor, not only watching and listening to experts, but also responding to their instruction with hands-on lab simulations. Students can learn at home, in a school computer lab, or anywhere with a compatible computer and wherever and whenever they choose to work, students can always contact a certified instructor for assistance through our 24/7 online live-chat Learning Zone. We empower students to use technology to learn better, to build more, and to explore a future of their own making.
How We Do It
The curriculum for each of our classes contains an instructor and a classroom. Students learn directly from industry experts who appear on their computer desktop in full motion video and audio, taking them through each step of a given task with detailed explanations. Every session is like learning one-on-one as the instructor leads the student through hands-on lab simulations, administers tests, and opens the class for online questions and discussion. In addition, students can then print out essential lessons and information for review and independent work, consulting online with instructors as necessary.
Why We Do It
It is now widely accepted that every high school graduate needs to be computer literate in order to succeed in college and the job market. Oak Meadow and Career Academy have forged this partnership because we believe every student deserves the chance to build a technological foundation for success, regardless of academic setting or the immediate availability of certified instructors.
Microsoft Office Suite
Two Semester Course - $500 per semester
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Microsoft Office is the most popular suite of office productivity applications on the market. Skills in these applications are critical to almost anyone that will work with personal computers in almost any type of organization. The Office Specialist Program is designed for students with no prior computer experience who are interested in pursuing a career in an administrative, office support role of virtually any career where basis computer skills are required. Learning Microsoft Office 2003 skills will help you succeed in today's business, academic, and government environments. These courses teach effective communication skills and provide a comprehensive understanding of word processing, spreadsheets and presentations.
The most frequently used Office applications are Internet Explorer (web browser), Word (word processing), Excel (spreadsheets), Outlook (email, calendar), PowerPoint (presentations), and Access (database).
Web Design & Graphics
Two Semester Course - $500 per semester
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These individual courses include training on several of the most common software applications used for the design and deployment of content such as text, photos, graphics, video, and animations on web sites. Today's web content is often media rich and highly engaging. Web designers need unique skills and knowledge to create online experiences that provide dynamic, useful content. For students who seek to blend their personal creativity with computer skills, these courses may be of strong interest. Courses include introductions to:
- Adobe PhotoShop CS2
- Adobe Illustrator CS2
- Adobe PhotoShop Web CS2
- Macromedia Dreamweaver
- Macromedia ColdFusion MX 7
- Macromedia Flash 8
CompTIA Certifications
One Semester Course - $750
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This course combines three types of CompTIA certification into a single semester of study, preparing students to take CompTIA Certification examinations and enter the workforce or post-secondary school as a fully credentialed IT professional.
A+
A+ Certification is the computer industry recognized credential that certifies the competency of PC Service Specialists. It is sponsored by CompTIA - the Computing Technology Industry Association. This certification program is backed by over 50 major computer hardware and software manufacturers, vendors, distributors, resellers, and publications. Certification provides a wealth of benefits to any person seeking a job in the computer industry.
This course has two areas of focus: Hardware and Operating Systems. Subject areas include: installation configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and basic networking. Your successful computer career can start with this one course, or it can serve as proof of your computer hardware and operating system knowledge. Many computer services organizations require A+ certification for their technicians.
Network+ 2005
The Network+ certification covering the 2005 objectives, certifies that the successful candidates can describe the features and functions of network components and has the skills needed to install, configure, and troubleshoot basic networking hardware peripherals and protocols. This certification is sponsored by CompTIA - Computing Technology Industry Association. A typical candidate should have CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent knowledge, though A+ certification is not required.Security+
Information security has become one of the most important aspects of IT management. Government and corporations must protect information form many threats. The Security+ certification is recognized around the world as the benchmark for foundation-level security professionals. Incorporating a comprehensive range of security knowledge areas, Security+ was developed with input from industry, government, academia, and front-line practitioners, so you can be assured of its relevance.Network Engineering
MCSA (Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator)
Two Semesters (One Year Course) - $750 per semester
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Microsoft Certified Systems Administrators (MCSA) administer network and systems environments based on the Microsoft Windows operating systems. Specializations include MCSA Messaging and MCSA Security. This certification is closely associated with the MCSE. The MCSA is focused more on administration of networked environments as opposed to MCSE's focus on design and implementation.
MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer)
Three or Four Semester (One & One-Half to Two Year Course) - $750 per semester
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The Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) is one of the popular and commonly held IT industry certifications. Microsoft Certified Systems Engineers (MCSE) design and implement an infrastructure solution that is based on the Windows operating system and Microsoft Windows Server System software. Specializations include MCSE Messages and MCSE Security. This certification is closely associated with the MCSA (Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator). The MCSA certification focuses more on system administration whereas MCSE focuses on design and implementation of networked environments.
CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
Two Semester (One Year Course) - $750 per semester
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Cisco is a major provider of computer network hardware and software. The CCNA certification (Cisco Certified Network Associate) indicates foundation in and apprentice knowledge of networking. CCNA certified professionals can install, configure, and operate Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), and dial-up access services for small networks (100 nodes/devices or fewer).
Most of the courses offered are designed to prepare students for specific IT industry certifications. Many students go on to become certified by passing exams designed and managed by the certifying body. The certifying body can be an industry association such as CompTIA or a specific company such as Microsoft or Cisco. While these certifications can help students prove their credentials, they are not required by many hiring organizations. Becoming certified is a personal choice individuals make based on their career goals and related factors. Many organizations are satisfied if a job candidate can demonstrate equivalent knowledge or experience. Many others prefer certified candidates. Much more information on certifications is available on the web via the certifying organizations and companies such as Microsoft, Cisco and CompTIA. Many non-affiliated, independent web sites offer information, opinion and blogs related to certification as well.
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