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SUMMARY:Excel Must Have Functions: Explore powerful IF family of Logical Functions (VIRTUAL CLASS)
DESCRIPTION:Learn about this powerful group of condition-based widely-used Excel Functions. We’ll look at IF\, IFS\, AND\, OR and expand into the exceptionally useful IF variations such as SUMIF\, COUNTIF\, and IFERROR\nExcel has a powerful group of conditional functions that automate decisions and calculations\, allowing you to analyze and summarize data based on specific criteria.\nImproving your EXCEL skills can give you that competitive edge in today’s job market – whether for a promotion or a new job. \nPre-registration is required to attend. Registration ends by 24 hours the day prior to the Class. \n \n\nIf you need to cancel\, please cancel 48 hours prior so someone else on the waiting list can use your seat.\n\n\nPLEASE do not register and then no show.\n\nThe American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: \nhttps://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL: contact@bcsillinois.org
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/excel-must-have-functions-explore-powerful-if-family-of-logical-functions-virtual-class-10/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop,Job Search Workshop
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SUMMARY:Excel Focus on Functions- Work with Text and Dates (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION:Excel Focus on Functions- Work with Text and Dates: CONCATENATE\, TODAY\, Flash Fill and Delimited Text\nText strings and dates can cause big problems in a spreadsheet if you’re not aware of how to identify and manipulate them! In this 90-minute webinar we’ll talk about basic text functions like CONCATENATE and date functions like TODAY. We’ll also explore tools like Flash Fill\, Text to Columns\, and delimited text.\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class.\n \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is limited space for this virtual class.\n\n\nLog in 10 minutes prior to class. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time to log in.\n\n\nClasses are for individuals age 18+.\n\n\nIf you need to cancel\, please let us know a minimum of 48 hours prior to class so someone else on the waiting list can use your seat.\n\n\nPlease DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.\n\nThis American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL: contact@bcsillinois.org
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/excel-focus-on-functions-work-with-text-and-dates-virtual-class-12/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop,Job Search Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T093000
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SUMMARY:Excel Pivot Tables Level 1 (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of Pivot Table construction in Excel. We’ll discuss data organization\, define what a pivot table does\, and create several examples of this need-to-know Excel feature. Familiarity with the Sorting and Filtering tools in Excel is recommended.\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS!  Registration closes 24 hours prior to class. \n \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is limited space for this virtual class.\nLog in 10 minutes prior to class. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. \nClasses are for individuals age 18+.\nIf you need to cancel\, please let us know a minimum of 48 hours prior to class so someone else on the waiting list can use your seat. \nPlease DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.\n\nThis American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL: contact@bcsillinois.org
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/excel-pivot-tables-level-1-virtual-class-10/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop,Job Search Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org
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SUMMARY:Excel Advanced Concepts – Get Started with Excel Tables (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard of Excel tables but never had a chance to use them? Learn how to structure Excel tables\, understand the differences between normal ranges and tables\, and the advantages of using tables to create more complex pivot tables and use the Power Query Feature.\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS!\n \nRegistration closes 24 hours prior to class. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is limited space for this virtual class.\n\n\nLog in 15 minutes prior to class. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time to log in.\n\n\nClasses are for individuals age 18+.\n\n\nIf you need to cancel\, please let us know a minimum of 48 hours prior to class so someone else on the waiting list can use your seat.\n\n\nPlease DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.\n\nThis American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL: contact@bcsillinois.org
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/excel-advanced-concepts-get-started-with-excel-tables-virtual-class-12/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop,Job Search Workshop
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SUMMARY:Excel Pivot Tables Level II (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION:In this 90-minute webinar we’ll dive deeper into Pivot Tables exploring Pivot Charts\, Slicers\, Timelines\, Calculated Fields and Custom Grouping. Familiarity with basic pivot tables recommended.\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS!\n \nRegistration closes 24 hours prior to class. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is limited space for this virtual class.\n\n\nLog in 10 minutes prior to class. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time to log in.\n\n\nClasses are for individuals age 18+.\n\n\nIf you need to cancel\, please let us know a minimum of 48 hours prior to class so someone else on the waiting list can use your seat.\n\n\nPlease DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.\n\nThis American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL: contact@bcsillinois.org
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/excel-pivot-tables-level-ii-virtual-class-12/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop,Job Search Workshop
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SUMMARY:Excel Advanced Concepts: Additional Data Analysis tools (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION:Excel Advanced Concepts: Additional Data Analysis tools – Data validation\, Subtotal and What-Ifs\nThis 90-minute webinar focuses on some additional data tools available in Excel that are very useful but often overlooked. We’ll talk about data validation\, the Subtotal feature (an alternative to pivot tables)\, and the What-If tools.\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class.\n \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is limited space for this virtual class.\n\n\nLog in 10 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time to log in.\n\n\nClasses are for individuals age 18+.\n\n\nIf you need to cancel\, please let us know a minimum of 48 hours prior to class so someone else on the waiting list can use your seat.\n\n\nPlease DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.\n\nThis American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL: contact@bcsillinois.org
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/excel-advanced-concepts-additional-data-analysis-tools-virtual-class-12/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop,Job Search Workshop
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SUMMARY:Job Search and Career Services Drop-in Assistance (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Location: Chicago Ridge Library 10400 Oxford Ave.\, Chicago Ridge \nJoin us on Wednesday\, Sept 2\,  2026 at 10am – 11:30am (Chicago time)\, for an in-person event that will transform your job search game! \nBusiness and Career Services employment specialists are available for in-person assistance with career counseling and job search support. Bring your questions about navigating the job search and a copy of your resume or cover letter if you have one. Employers with questions about staffing and recruitment are also welcome. Drop-in sessions: may be limited to 15 minutes when others are waiting. \nDon’t miss this chance to gain a competitive edge in your job search. Register now and unlock the potential of your resume! \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \nIMPORTANT: For additional job fairs\, free workshops and free computer classes\, visit https://www.ajcwheeling.com/events/ \nBCS is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources (in person or virtual) implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct (see attached Code of Conduct)\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nOur agency is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Funding for this program is made possible through a grant provided by the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership. This workforce product was funded by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration. For more information please visit ChiCookWorks.org/DOL-Funding \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org \nSubject to change without notice.
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/job-search-and-career-services-drop-in-assistance-in-person-5/
LOCATION:Chicago Ridge Library\, 10400 Oxford Ave.\, Chicago Ridge\, United States
CATEGORIES:Job Search Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org
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UID:10000390-1788948000-1788953400@bcsillinois.org
SUMMARY:Organize Your Job Search workshop
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URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/organize-your-job-search-workshop/
LOCATION:Markham Public Library\, 16640 Kedzie Avenue\, Markham\, IL\, 60428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Job Search Workshop
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