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Computer Skills Class

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We offer one-on-one computer skills classes to our DKA clients. Ask your DKA job developer or PDE/ESC instructor about signing up for computer classes.

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Our Class Offers:

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced user who just needs a refresher, our computer class can enhance your skills and make you more marketable in today's digital world. 

Our one-on-one instruction gives you the personalized assistance you need to improve your understanding of how you can use technology such as computers and the internet to help you gain employment. 
 

One-on-One

Classes are personalized and tailored to meet you where you taking into consideration your learning style, computer experience, physical and mental barriers, and abilities.

 

You are given the opportunity to ask your instructor questions and receive direct support during your class.

Overcoming Barriers

Your instructor will work with you to determine your technological barriers and assist you in finding ways to overcome them. This includes but is not limited to learning about speech to text, which website and search engines will be good references, etc

Basics and Fundamentals

Since classes are catered to each individual client, the lessons taught will greatly vary.

 

In most cases the instructor will begin with the basics and fundamentals including but not limited to typing practice and exercises, explanation of important computer functions, keyboard shortcuts, cut/copy/paste, how to create an email, attach files to and send a professional email vs an informal email,

Job-Searching Skills

Computer use is now so common in the world of work that many job applications are done entirely online. Your computer instructor will work with you to develop crucial skills to look for employment online including but not limited to, how to search for and fill out applications online, which online job-finding websites are the best one to use and how to navigate them, using VLOOKUP and Pivot Charts in Excel.

Microsoft Office Programs

Once you have mastered the basics and fundamentals, you will learn how to use Microsoft office programs with confidence and ease. Programs include but aren't limited to Word, Powerpoint, and Excel.

Increase your Marketability

Through DKA's computer classes, you will learn many valuable technological skills that top employers are seeking in our community. These skills can be added to your resume to boost your chances of getting hired.

I'm taking computer classes at DKA twice a week and it's going very good. I learn everything from the basic computer to whatever needs I need. It's help unbelievable. I sometimes think if I even deserve this place. It's a really nice and pleasant place to be and learn.

- L.I.

DKA is an Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) Specialty Provider. 

*Potential clients MUST either be referred by DES Vocational Rehabilitation, or be receiving AHCCCS health benefits with either Arizona Complete Health (AZCH), Banner Health, American Indian, or United Health Care. Once they submit a self-referral form, we will reach out to schedule a clinical assessment with our staff to determine eligibility. These requirements do not apply to clients enrolled in our Grant programs including Working with Women, Justice, and our Dress for Success Men's clothing closet. Specific requirements for these programs can be found on their corresponding pages. 

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DKA, Inc. complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. DKA provides culturally and linguistically appropriate services and reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you believe your rights have been violated you may file a grievance in person or by mail, fax, or email to DKA, Inc., 1502 E. Broadway, Tucson AZ 85719 or Phone: 520 790-7677; Fax: 790-7786; or Email: Receptionist@Dkajobs.com

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You can also file a civil rights complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights, electronically through the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Portal, available at https://ocrportal.hhs.gov/ocr/portal/lobby.jsf or by mail or phone at: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, SW Room 509F, HHH Building Washington, D.C. 20201 1-800-368-1019, 800-537-7697 (TDD) Complaint forms are available at http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/office/file/index.html

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