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“font-size: 9pt; font-family:”>After after meeting with a career counselor, she chose to pursue the office information coordinator associate degree.
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“font-size: 9pt; font-family:”>Returning to school as a full-time student at age 50 is challenging enough, but Webster also needed to work part time to ease the financial strain on her family. She is working in the Counseling and Career Center at Florissant Valley while striving to complete her degree requirements in December.
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“font-size: 9pt; font-family:”>Webster believes her classroom experiences will prepare her for any office situation she will encounter.
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“mso-spacerun: yes;”> office environments for the past 32 years, the courses I have taken really have sharpened my skills,” Webster said. “It’s a real advantage to have experienced professionals teaching the courses.”
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“mso-spacerun: yes;”> systems: office information coordinator prepares students to use office technology, including current computer hardware, operating and application software, and equipment such as personal digital assistants, voice recognition technology and scanners. Students also learn to supervise and train others in their use. Courses are offered at Florissant Valley, Forest Park and Meramec.
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“mso-spacerun: yes;”> certificate in microcomputer applications. Students learn a variety of end-user applications for personal computers. Applications include operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets and databases. It prepares graduates to perform most computer-related tasks in today’s offices. Courses are offered at Florissant Valley, Forest Park and Meramec.
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“mso-spacerun: yes;”> an information session related to these programs 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21, in the Multipurpose Room in the Student Center at the Florissant Valley campus, 3400 Pershall Road. Prospective students will:
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“font-size: 9pt; font-family:”>Learn about academic requirements
and career options for these programs.
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“font-size: 9pt; font-family:”>Hear from current students about
their experiences in the programs.
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“font-size: 9pt; font-family:”>Participate in interactive
sessions.
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“font-size: 9pt; font-family:”>Find out how to get started at
STLCC.
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“mso-spacerun: yes;”> 314-539-5002 or visit www.stlcc.edu/CareerInfoSessions. For more information, call 314-539-5002 or e-mail AskUs@stlcc.edu. Individuals with disabilities who have accommodation needs should call 314-539-5002.