Computer Training

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Software instruction for the Chicago Northwest Suburbs. Training on-site in your home or business for the Fox Valley and Kane County area.

Serving Elgin and surrounding areas, such as: Algonquin, Barrington, Dundee, Carpentersville, Saint Charles, and Schaumberg. Don't see your town listed? Contact me and just ask.

Fees are a flat $50/per hour. Classes typically run for 2 hour stretches for 6 weeks. However, customized instruction is available if you only need an hour or so to ask questions instead of obtaining formal training. Or, let me know your needs and we can arrange a custom class schedule and training program.

I have been a software instructor since 1999. In addition to teaching in private homes and busineses, I have also taught at:

- University of Texas at Austin Adult Education on behalf of The Wizard of Austin
- Kerrville Independent School District Adult Continuing Education
- Deitert Senior Center, Kerrville, TX

I have worked with many different levels of experience, small groups, and individuals. I have a passion for teaching and sharing knowledge. Computer skills are vital in the world today and my job is to help you succeed!

Instruction is available for:

Microsoft Products

  • Windows
  • Word
  • Excel
  • Powerpoint
  • Outlook
  • Outlook Express

Those looking to learn Access: I will teach this, but only the basic wizards and templates installed. This is a program primarily used by database developers. Who, frankly, prefer to work with any database but Access.

Web Design

  • HTML
  • XHTML
  • CSS
  • Dreamweaver
  • Web design concepts
  • Web site optimization
  • Web site accessibility
  • Increasing web site traffic

Graphic Art

  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator

Miscellaneous

  • Computering 101 (a.k.a. "I got my first computer. Now what do I do?")
  • Surfing the web
  • Sending email
  • Computer maintenance 101

Don't see your subject listed? Contact me and just ask.