Business Service Technologies Cluster

Microsoft Office Certification Online Program Description - One- or Two-Semester Program The Microsoft Office Certification Online course will provide students with the knowledge and skills to use Microsoft Office software for business and school applications. The software versions to be included in the program are: Windows 95/98/2000, Word XP, Excel XP, Access XP, PowerPoint XP, and FrontPage XP. Students will use PCs to learn the elements of Windows software and apply their skills to business settings. Upon satisfactory completion of the class, the students may take a Microsoft "proficiency" and "expert" certification test developed by the Microsoft Corporation. Certification tests must be taken at KC/TC. Students will work from home or home school, but will be required to attend KC/TC a minimum of two times during the semester. Students may opt to remain in the program an additional semester. All software is provided by KC/TC via the Internet. Content Areas Windows 95/98/2000 Word XP Excel XP Access XP PowerPoint XP FrontPage XP Communicating Online Experience in attending an online classroom Online classroom discussions with topics such as customer service and business management through the use of case studies Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes Home / High School Computer Requirements Intel-based Pentium PC 16 MB or more RAM (32 MB recommended) 28.8 or faster modem (56K recommended) Connection to the Internet with an Internet Service Provider Netscape 6.0 or higher or Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher Windows 95, 98, NT, or 2000 operating system KC/TC will provide Microsoft Office XP through the use of Citrix Career Entry Opportunities Computer literacy Proficiency in keyboarding Aptitude for computer software and applications Desire to master in-depth software features efficiently Ability to learn and work independently Benefits for the College Bound Microsoft Office Certification provides students with skills to use while financing a college education. Students may be eligible for advanced placement or articulation credit from area colleges and universities such as Davenport University, Grand Rapids Community College, Ferris State University, and Northwood University.