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QuickBooks (Online Version)-Basics & Intermediate

with Teresa Johnson

Feb

8

February 8th to March 21st, 2024

$98 More Info

This live, instructor-led Intuit-approved course, using Windows OS is geared for beginning/intermediate users. Students will learn to navigate one of the most widely used accounting software applications for small businesses. QuickBooks is an enormous aid in paying bills, invoicing, tracking expenses, paying sales tax and creating reports to better manage a small business or company. This course provides the MOS certification pathway (no expiration) for interested students, and they may elect to take the official exam when ready. Call the Adult Ed office for separate purchase details of the required printed textbook/eBook which accompanies this course. PLEASE NOTE: In class, students will use MCST provided laptops, but all students will need Windows OS operating computers at home in order to do homework assignments. Prior to class, please complete the 2-part form at this link.

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Google Drive – January 2024

with Teresa Johnson

Jan

30

January 30th to February 1st, 2024

$48 More Info

This course will cover the use of Google Docs, Sharing files, Google Sheets, and Google Slides. Students will need a (free) Gmail account to participate in this class. The first night covers Docs & Sharing Files: How to navigate the Doc toolbar, design, save and recall your documents, all geared to optimal organization and communication, plus Sharing Files: what the options are for sharing of documents as well as good protocol for sharing. We will cover how you and your team (of 2 to 100) can all work from one document. Google Sheets (the spreadsheet piece in Google Drive) and Google Slides (the feature that allows users to make slideshows for presentations) will be covered in the second class. We will cover the basics as well as copyright permissions; as time permits, other advanced features will be covered.

Excel 2019 – Basics & Intermediate – February 2024

with Teresa Johnson

Feb

6

February 6th to March 19th, 2024

$98 More Info

The official course material approved by Intuit & Microsoft is used in this live, instructor-led certification course using Windows 10 Desktop. Widely used in office settings, knowledge of Excel 2019 will enhance employment possibilities. New users will learn the basic setup and use of spreadsheets and Excel users may use it to refresh their skills. Included are editing and formatting of cells, basic use of formulas, as well as other tools. This course provides the MOS certification pathway (no expiration) for interested students, and students may elect to take the official exam when ready. Call the Adult Ed office for separate purchase details of the required eBook which accompanies this course. Please note: Students will need Excel 2019 installed on their home computers in order to practice at home. If you have not previously taken a QuickBooks course at MCST please be sure to complete the 2-part form at this link before the first class.

Document & File Management

with Teresa Johnson

May

1

May 1st, 2024

$22 More Info

This class is designed to aid you in saving, filing and retrieving your documents. This is recommended for all user levels, is needed for most office applications, and is not exclusive to the Google Drive. If necessary, this class can be presented via Zoom.

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AirBnB-Type Rental Part II

with Dee Peppe

Apr

23

April 23rd to May 7th, 2024

$72 More Info

This course is designed for those of you who have decided to take the plunge and try their hand at short-term rentals. Let’s get you up and running. Practical ‘how to’ information, along with individual student’s needs, will steer this course. We’ll go through the process of setting up everyone’s profile and account, as well as talk about the best way to take photos, get those uploaded and placed in the profile. We’ll take a close look at nightly rates based on each facility, amenities, location, and time of year. We’ll discuss insurance options and any other factors that should be considered.

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AirBnB Intro

with Dee Peppe

Mar

5

March 5th to 12th, 2024

$58 More Info

The short-term vacation rental community is growing worldwide and in Midcoast Maine. Are you wondering if your property has the potential for some extra income? This will be general information to help you decide if short-term renting is the right fit for you, your family, and your home. Discussion specifics will be generated by your questions, and the ins-and-outs revealed by an 8-year veteran of short-term vacation rental success. Considerations for discussion include lodging taxes, local permits, navigating the website, security and expectations.