This class is intended for the person who has had little practice using Microsoft Products, but with basic digital competency. We will use MS Word to create and edit documents containing images, graphs and hyperlinks. We will use Excel to create and edit basic spreadsheets, using it to calculate and organize data. Everyone will create presentations in PowerPoint, learning to animate text and images and incorporate media like video, music and voice recording. Each student will learn how to use skills they learn about effective presentations to deliver one to the class. We will learn to navigate screens between Google and Microsoft Office. We will learn about Office 365, One Drive file sharing and Teams. 

Prerequisites: Completion of Digital Skills for the Workplace or completion of basic computer skills test, CASAS score of 238+

The deadline to register in this class is August 19.

Need assistance paying for this class? We have scholarship money available to those that qualify! Email paeworkforce@portlandadulted.org for the application.

This course uses Quickbooks accounting software in an office environment. Areas covered include setting up an accounting system, accounts receivable and payable, reconciliation, adjusting journal entries, and financial statement generation.

Prerequisites: Accounting 1 or instructor approval, CASAS score of 238+

The deadline to register for this class is August 19.

Need assistance paying for this course? Email paeworkforce@portlandadulted.org to request a scholarship application form.

A 22 week program, offered in partnership with ProsperityME, which prepares English language learners for entry level careers in the banking world. Students complete two core courses in the first term of the program, Digital Skills for Learning and the Workplace and Foundational Skills for Professional Careers. After their successful completion, then students complete a national bank teller curriculum called Today’s Teller, co-taught by representatives from local financial institutions. Students also complete Writing, Communication, and Workplace Culture class and a Career Planning Capstone course. Students leave the program with a Today's Teller certificate from the Center for Financial Training and Education Association (CFTEA).

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Prerequisites: CASAS score 228+, high school diploma or equivalency, approved application, interview, US work authorization preferred

To apply: There is an application process to enroll in this program. Click here to begin your application. The deadline to submit an application is August 19.

Financial assistance is available to those who qualify.

Building from Introduction to Accounting, this course emphasizes the use of special journals, subsidiary ledgers, proving ledgers, payroll activites, uncollectible accounts receivables, aging of accounts, notes and interest, accrued revenue and expenses, distribution of dividends needed for a Merchandise Corporation. 

In the second half of the class, this course introduces other accounting processes and concepts for completing the accounting cycle. Worksheets are introduced that assist in the recording of year-end adjustments, closing the company’s books for a reporting period, calculating federal income taxes and the final preparation of financial statements. Other topics include distributing dividends for a merchandising business, interpreting a company’s results of operations through various financial analysis methodologies, internal and external auditing procedures and career options in the accounting field. 

Prerequisite: Intro to Accounting or approval from instructor

The deadline to register is August 19.

Need assistance paying for this class? We have scholarship money available to those that qualify! Email paeworkforce@portlandadulted.org for the application.

Designed for students experienced with QuickBooks, this course covers such functions as inventory, payroll, customizing forms and reports, and fiscal end preparation. Students will build upon their QuickBooks knowledge.

Prerequisite: completion of QuickBooks

Need assistance paying for this class? We have scholarship money available to those that qualify! Email davenm@portlandschools.org for the application.

Google Suite for the Office introduces students to Google Apps including but not limited to Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Calendar, and Google Meet. It explores the uses of these Apps and their basic functions which will allow the users to increase their productivity and collaboration. Students in this class will learn how to utilize these cloud computing tools to increase productivity, communication and collaboration at school and in the workplace.

Prerequisite: CASAS score of 238+

Please note: the first and last day of this class will be in person at Portland Adult Education.

The deadline to register for this class is August 19. 

Need assistance paying for this course? Scholarship money is available to those who qualify. Email paeworkforce@portlandadulted.org for more information.

Excel is a necessary skill to have in the work place. Students will learn how to create, edit and manage spreadsheets. Then, increase your efficiency by learning how to organize, display and calculate your data into useful information using sorts, filter, and charting. Use Excel's most powerful features to analyze data quickly and easily with confidence.

Prerequisites: Completion of Microsoft Office class or permission from instructor, CASAS score of 238+

Please note: the first and last day of this class will be in person at Portland Adult Education.

The deadline to register for this class is August 19. 

Need assistance paying for this class? We have scholarship money available to those that qualify! Email paeworkforce@portlandadulted.org for the application.