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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-11/
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-Transform and Manipulate Data with Power Query (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION:Excel Advanced Concepts – Transform and Manipulate Data with Power Query\nIn this online webinar: Get started with Excel’s amazing data management tool that allows you to manipulate and transform data quickly and easily. Learn how to create\, edit\, load and refresh basic queries that will allow you to more easily solve everyday dataset issues. To get the most out of this session it’s helpful to have a good understanding of how to organize\, sort\, and filter data in Excel. \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 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. \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-transform-and-manipulate-data-with-power-query-virtual-class-5/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org
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SUMMARY:Excel Basics Part 1 (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION:How spreadsheets work\, basic formulas\, functions\, and formatting.\nThis webinar is part 1 of a 3-part webinar series designed to introduce key concepts crucial to building a working knowledge of MS Excel. In this webinar we’ll talk about the Excel environment\, explore basic formulas and functions\, and discuss spreadsheet formatting options.\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is limited space for this virtual class.\n\n\nCheck in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. \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\n  \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL: contact@bcsillinois.org \nSubject to change without notice.
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/excel-basics-part-1-virtual-class-9/
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 Basics Part 2 (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION:Sort and filter data\, work with columns\, rows\, sheets\, and copy/paste\nThis webinar is part 2 of a 3-part webinar series designed to introduce key concepts crucial to building a working knowledge of MS Excel. In this 90-minute webinar we’ll learn to sort and filter\, work with columns\, rows and sheets\, and explore different ways to use copy and paste in Excel.\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS!\n \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is limited space for this virtual class.\n\n\nCheck in 15 minutes prior to class. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. \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-basics-part-2-virtual-class-9/
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 Basics Part 3 (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION:Function overview & troubleshooting\, Comments\, and printing in Excel\nThis webinar is part 3 of a 3-part webinar series designed to introduce key concepts crucial to building a working knowledge of MS Excel. In this 90-minute webinar we’ll explore additional functions\, look at how functions behave in the Excel environment\, add Comments\, and discuss printing options in Excel.\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS!\n \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. \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-basics-part-3-virtual-class-9/
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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UID:10000362-1786010400-1786015800@bcsillinois.org
SUMMARY:Organize Your Job Search! A Step-by-Step Guide  (In Person workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Organize Your Job Search! A Step-by-Step Guide – Organize your Job Search – Get Results! Get Help! Get Hired!\nGet tips on what makes an effective job search and how to target your resume\, develop a crisp “elevator speech\,” practice successful interview techniques\, and more. How do you start? Where do you start? What do you do? \nThis workshop provides those answers and more – and the best part – it is free. You can ask as many questions as you want. \nGet the help you need. \n \nPresented by a workforce professional from Business and Career Services\, Inc\,  This center is one of more than 3\,000 federally funded American Job Centers nationwide that provide services for both job seekers and employers. \nIn this workshop you’ll learn: \n\nHow to streamline your job search strategy.\nWhy it is important to tailor your resume to job applications.\nHow to craft a compelling elevator speech.\nImportant preparation before an interview and how to follow-up after an interview.\nBest practices to stay organized and persistent.\n\nRegister today! Space is limited. Walk-ins accepted on a space available basis only. Pre-registration is strongly recommended.  \nQUESTIONS: contact@bcsillinois.org \nIMPORTANT: For additional virtual 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 \nSubject to change without notice. \n  \n 
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/organize-your-job-search-a-step-by-step-guide-in-person-workshop-6/
LOCATION:Palatine Library District\, 700 N North Ct\,\, Palatine\, IL\, 60067
CATEGORIES: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:20260806T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T143000
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UID:10000366-1786021200-1786026600@bcsillinois.org
SUMMARY:Optimize Your New MS Outlook Experience (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION:In this 90-minute webinar\, we will explore practical strategies to organize and streamline your workflow using the new version of Microsoft Outlook. Learn how to effectively manage folders\, create rules\, apply categories\, and use shortcuts and built-in time-saving tools—all within the updated Outlook interface. \nDesigned to help you work smarter\, this session focuses specifically on features and navigation unique to the new Outlook experience (not the Classic version). \nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class. \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/optimize-your-new-ms-outlook-experience-virtual-class-3/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T153000
DTSTAMP:20260713T181540Z
CREATED:20260713T181540Z
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UID:10000368-1786539600-1786548600@bcsillinois.org
SUMMARY:MS Word – Formatting Your Resume for Applicant Tracking Systems (In Person Class)
DESCRIPTION:Learn to format a standard applicant tracking system\, compliant resume including how to set tabs correctly\, insert stored text\, and track changes.  \nMany companies use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to manage resumes and applications. If the ATS can’t read or understand the information on your resume\, your application might not be evaluated or considered. For the best chance of a job interview\, your resume needs to be formatted in an “ATS-friendly” format.\n\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Walk-ins accepted on a space available basis. Registration closes 24 hours prior to class.\n  \n \nWorkshop Location:\n\nAmerican Job Center in Wheeling\n1400 S Wolf Road\, Building 200\, Suite 200\, Wheeling\, IL 60090\n(One block south of Palatine/Willow Road & Wolf Road – west side of Wolf Rd. Ample free parking in front.) \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is only space for 15 people per workshop.\nCheck in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time for traffic\, construction & weather.\nClasses are for individuals age 18+.\nEach person has their own computer for learning.\nIf you need to cancel\, please let us know a minimum of 48 hours prior to class so someone else can use your seat. We will have an extensive waiting list – so if you cannot come – PLEASE CANCEL.\nPlease do NOT REGISTER MULTIPLE TIMES.\n\nThe American Job Center in Wheeling 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 \nsubject to change without notice.
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/ms-word-formatting-your-resume-for-applicant-tracking-systems-in-person-class-9/
LOCATION:American Job Center in Wheeling\, 1400 South Wolf Road\, Building 200\, Suite 200\, Wheeling\, IL\, 60090\, United States
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:20260812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T160000
DTSTAMP:20260713T181534Z
CREATED:20260713T181534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T181534Z
UID:10000367-1786539600-1786550400@bcsillinois.org
SUMMARY:AJC On the Move – Mobile Resources
DESCRIPTION:The American Job Center in Wheeling is on the move!\nStaff will be on-site offering free employment and career services. Stop by for free job search assistance\, resume reviews\, interview preparation\, and access to employment and training resources. Open to all job seekers and NO appointment necessary. \nLocation and Dates:\nSchaumburg Township District Library Locations:\n\nHoffman Estates Branch – 8/7 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm\nCentral Library – 8/12 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm\nHanover Park Branch – 8/24 from 9:30am to 12:00pm\n\n  \n\n 
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/ajc-on-the-move-mobile-resources-23/
LOCATION:Schaumburg Township District Library\, 130 S Roselle Rd\, Schaumburg\, IL 60193\, 130 S Roselle Rd\, Schaumburg\, IL\, 60193\, United States
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