American Job Center in Wheeling

Excel Advanced Concepts - Get Started with Excel Tables (Virtual Class)
2025-02-11 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-01-16 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | IL
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.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP!

Registration closes 24 hours prior to class.
Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>

PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.

Log in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time to log in.

Workshops are for individuals age 18+.

If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org

LinkedIn Beginners-FREE- In Person Tuesday February 11, 2025 POSTPONED!
2025-02-11 09:30 - 11:30 | American Job Center in Wheeling, 1400 South Wolf Road, Building 200, Suite 200, Wheeling, IL, 60090, United States
Due to an uncontrollable issue – this event will be rescheduled for Feb. 25, 2025.

Take the LinkedIn Beginners workshop to create your profile. You must have access to an email address to confirm account.

LinkedIn Beginners-FREE- In Person
Come join us on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at the American Job Center in Wheeling for a hands-on workshop on how to kickstart your LinkedIn profile! This event is perfect for beginners.

Instructor Dee Reinhardt leads this highly interactive session. Participants must have access to an email address to confrim their account as we set up the LinkedIn profile.
“Get Started with LinkedIn”
The very basics of setting up a LinkedIn profile. In class, we will create a profile and fill in the base items needed to have a profile. As time permits, we will discuss the About section and adding contacts properly.
Workshop Location: 1400 S Wolf Road, Building 200, Wheeling, IL 60090 (American Job Center in Wheeling). ONE block south of Palatine-Willow Road & Wolf Road. WEST side of Wolf Road. Ample free parking in front.
PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is only space for 15 people per workshop.
Check in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time for traffic, construction & weather.
Workshops are for individuals age 18+.
Each person has their own computer for learning.
If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MULTIPLE TIMES.

IMPORTANT: For additional job fairs, free workshops and free computer classes, visit northcookjobcenter.com/events/
BCS 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
Our 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
Questions? Email: contact@bcsillinois.org

Excel Basics Part 3 (Virtual Workshop)
2025-02-11 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-01-16 09:30 - 11:00 | IL
Function overview & troubleshooting, Comments, and printing in Excel
This 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.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP!

Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>
PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.

Log in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time for traffic, construction & weather.

Workshops are for individuals age 18+.

If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org

PowerPoint Basics (Virtual Workshop)
2025-02-06 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-01-15 13:00 - 14:30 | IL
Create a slide presentation using themes, graphics, and transitions:
In this 90-minute webinar you’ll learn how to create PowerPoint slides and explore how to take advantage of PowerPoint’s many built-in template and style features to help streamline your PowerPoint process!
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP!

Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>
PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.

Check in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time for traffic, construction & weather.

Workshops are for individuals age 18+.

If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org

Excel Basics Part 2 (Virtual Workshop)
2025-02-06 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-01-15 09:30 - 11:00 | IL
Sort and filter data, work with columns, rows, sheets, and copy/paste
This 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.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP!

Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>
PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.

Check in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time for traffic, construction & weather.

Workshops are for individuals age 18+.

If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org

Job Search Strategy 101 (In Person)
2025-02-05 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-05 10:00 - 11:00 | American Job Center in Wheeling, 1400 South Wolf Road, Building 200, Suite 200, Wheeling, IL, 60090, United States
Location: 1400 S Wolf Road, Building 200, Wheeling, IL 60090
Learn from someone who understands the job search journey and the challenges you are facing. During this in-person and interactive session, participants will learn how to organize their job search with guidance through a Peer Counselor.
This sessions will include:

An introduction to job search tools and platforms, job boards or company websites
Tips on how to organize your job search, track applications, set goals and manage time to stay motivated and efficient
Instructions on how to refine your job search approach

Workshop Location: 1400 S Wolf Road, Building 200, Wheeling, IL 60090 (American Job Center in Wheeling). ONE block south of Palatine-Willow Road & Wolf Road. WEST side of Wolf Road. Ample free parking in front.

IMPORTANT: For additional job fairs, free workshops and free computer classes, visit northcookjobcenter.com/events/
BCS 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
Our 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
Questions? Email: contact@bcsillinois.org

MS Word Basics (Virtual Workshop)
2025-02-05 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-01-14 13:00 - 14:30 | IL
Basic editing and formatting: fonts, bulleted lists, indentation, and line spacing
This 90-minute webinar is designed to introduce key concepts crucial to building a working knowledge of MS Word. In this webinar we’ll talk about the Word environment, and explore the essential editing/formatting tools necessary to create basic documents.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP!

Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>
PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.

Check in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts.

Workshops are for individuals age 18+.

If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org
Subject to change without notice

Excel Basics Part 1 (Virtual Workshop)
2025-02-05 09:30 - 11:00 | IL
How spreadsheets work, basic formulas, functions, and formatting
This 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.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class.

Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from

North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>

PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.

Check in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time for traffic, construction & weather.

Workshops are for individuals age 18+.

If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org
subject to change without notice.

Elevator Speech and Interview Secrets (In Person)
2025-02-04 14:00 - 15:00 | American Job Center in Wheeling, 1400 South Wolf Road, Building 200, Suite 200, Wheeling, IL, 60090, United States
Location: 1400 S Wolf Road, Building 200, Wheeling, IL 60090
Learn from someone who understands the job search journey and the challenges you are facing. During this in-person session, participants will learn methods to prepare for interviews with guidance through a Peer Counselor.
Topics will include:

Preparation of an Elevator Speech
Knowing your audience and researching techniques
Applying the SARS interviewing method
Top interview blunders

Workshop Location: 1400 S Wolf Road, Building 200, Wheeling, IL 60090 (American Job Center in Wheeling). ONE block south of Palatine-Willow Road & Wolf Road. WEST side of Wolf Road. Ample free parking in front.

IMPORTANT: For additional job fairs, free workshops and free computer classes, visit northcookjobcenter.com/events/
BCS 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
Our 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
Questions? Email: contact@bcsillinois.org

Target Your Resume (In Person)
2025-02-04 10:00 - 11:00 | American Job Center in Wheeling, 1400 South Wolf Road, Building 200, Suite 200, Wheeling, IL, 60090, United States
Location: American Job Center, 1400 S Wolf Road, Building 200, Wheeling, IL 60090
Learn from someone who understands the job search journey and the challenges you are facing. During this in-person session, participants will learn methods to improve their resumes with guidance through a Peer Counselor.
Topics will include:

Tips and tricks to target your resume
Tailoring content with keywords and formatting strategies
Learning how to highlight skills, experiences and success’s effectively
Getting tips on how to make the resume stand out to employers or applicant tracking systems (ATS)

Workshop Location: 1400 S Wolf Road, Building 200, Wheeling, IL 60090 (American Job Center in Wheeling). ONE block south of Palatine-Willow Road & Wolf Road. WEST side of Wolf Road. Ample free parking in front.

IMPORTANT: For additional job fairs, free workshops and free computer classes, visit northcookjobcenter.com/events/
BCS 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
Our 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
Questions? Email contact@bcsillinois.org

Canva Basics - Create content for print, presentations and social media (Virtual Class)
2025-01-30 13:00 - 14:30 | IL
Canva Basics – Create content for print, presentations and social media with this free online graphic design app
You don’t need to be a graphic designer to produce professional looking designs! By utilizing Canva’s built-in templates, photo and font options anyone can create exciting content to be shared online, posted on social media site, or even professionally printed on paper, tee-shirts or mugs.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class.

Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>

PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.

Log in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time to log in.

Workshops are for individuals age 18+.

If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org

Excel Advanced Concepts - Dashboards: Use PivotTables, Sparklines, Charts, VLOOKUP (Virtual Class)
2025-01-30 09:30 - 11:00 | IL
Excel Advanced Concepts – Dashboards: Use PivotTables, Sparklines, Charts, VLOOKUP to create Excel Dashboards
Dashboards are at-a-glance summaries that use graphics to illustrate progress towards a goal. Excel has a number of features like PivotTables, PivotCharts, Sparklines, and Functions that can be combined to create surprisingly robust dashboards. We highly recommend you have some familiarity with PivotTables before participating in this workshop.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class.

Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>

PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.

Log in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time to log in.

Workshops are for individuals age 18+.

If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org

Excel Advanced Concepts-Transform and Manipulate Data with Power Query (Virtual Class)
2025-01-29 13:00 - 14:30 | IL
Excel Advanced Concepts – Transform and Manipulate Data with Power Query
In 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.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class.

Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from: North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>
PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.

Log in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts.

Workshops are for individuals age 18+.

If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org

Excel Advanced Concepts: Additional Data Analysis tools (Virtual Class)
2025-01-29 09:30 - 11:00 | IL
Excel Advanced Concepts: Additional Data Analysis tools – Data validation, Subtotal and What-Ifs
This 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.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class.

Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>

PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.

Log in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time to log in.

Workshops are for individuals age 18+.

If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org

ICash Days (In Person )
2025-01-28 13:30 - 15:00 | American Job Center in Wheeling, 1400 South Wolf Road, Building 200, Suite 200, Wheeling, IL, 60090, United States
I-Cash Location:
American Job Center in Wheeling
1400 S Wolf Road, Building 200, Suite 200, Wheeling, IL 60090
One block south of Palatine-Willow Road & Wolf Road. West side of Wolf Road.
Ample free parking

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org

Excel Focus on Functions- Work with Text and Dates (Virtual Class)
2025-01-23 13:00 - 14:30 | IL
Excel Focus on Functions- Work with Text and Dates: CONCATENATE, TODAY, Flash Fill and Delimited Text
Text 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.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class.

Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>

PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.

Log in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time to log in.

Workshops are for individuals age 18+.

If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org

Excel Pivot Tables Level II (Virtual Class)
2025-01-23 09:30 - 11:00 | IL
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.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP!

Registration closes 24 hours prior to class.
Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>

PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.

Log in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time to log in.

Workshops are for individuals age 18+.

If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org

Excel Charts - Graphically visualize and communicate data (Virtual Class)
2025-01-22 13:00 - 14:30 | IL
Excel Charts – Graphically visualize and communicate data using Excel’s robust chart tools
In this 90-minute session you’ll learn to make your data more understandable and accessible using Excel’s robust chart feature. Learn how to choose the right chart type (column, line, pie, etc.), and explore formatting and layout options. We’ll also explore some of Excel’s lesser known chart types like Sparklines and Forecasting charts.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class.

Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>
PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.
Log in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time to log in.
Workshops are for individuals age 18+.

If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org

Excel Pivot Tables Level 1 (Virtual Class)
2025-01-22 09:30 - 11:00 | IL
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.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class.

Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from:
North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>

PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.
Log in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time for traffic, construction & weather.
Workshops are for individuals age 18+.
If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org

Organize Your Job Search and Get Results
2025-01-21 14:30 - 16:00 | Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St, Skokie, IL, 60077, United States
Organize Your Job Search and Get Results
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Business and Community Center
Skokie Public Library 5215 Oakton St, Skokie, IL 60077 (847) 673-7774
Get 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.
Presented by a workforce professional from Business and Career Services, Inc, located at the North Cook County American Job Center. This center, located in Wheeling, is one of more than 3,000 federally funded American Job Centers nationwide that provide services for both job seekers and employers.

Registration begins January 2.

How to "work" a Job Fair and get an offer (In Person Workshop)
2025-01-21 14:00 - 15:30 | Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193, 130 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL, 60193, United States
Join us on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 2:00 (Chicago time), for an in-person event that will transform your job search game!
Located at the Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193.
Turn your next Hiring Event or Job Fair into a tool to get noticed, and get hired.
Are you tired of attending job fairs without any success? Do you want to learn the secrets of standing out from the crowd and securing a job offer? Look no further!
Learn how find virtual and in-person hiring events, job fairs and how to interact effectively with recruiters:

Review employer job postings ─before the Job Fair
Customize your resume ─to the skills and experience the employer wants
Sell yourself to recruiters ─ discuss how your skills and experience match the job
Follow up — get the recruiter’s contact information and send a thank you note afterwards

It’s your choice to learn how to turn your next Job Fair into a tool to get noticed, called back and hired. Remember, it’s not just about attending the job fair, but about “working” it to secure that coveted job offer. See you there!
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Walk-ins accepted on a space available basis.

Workshop Location: Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193.
PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is only space for 24 people per workshop.
Registration closes 24 hours prior to workshop.
Check in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time for traffic, construction & weather.
Workshops are for individuals age 18+.
Each person has their own computer for learning.
Subject to change without notice.
If you need to cancel, please let us know 48 hours prior to the workshop, so someone else can use your seat.

IMPORTANT: For additional job fairs, free workshops and free computer classes, visit northcookjobcenter.com/events/
BCS 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
Our 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org

Excel Focus on Functions - Lookup and Reference: explore VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP and alternatives like INDEX and MATCH (virtual class)
2025-01-21 13:00 - 14:30 | IL
VLOOKUP is a must-have Excel function that’s used to manipulate data. In this 90-minute webinar we’ll explore VLOOKUP and the additional options that make it such a useful tool. We’ll also look at some alternatives to VLOOKUP like INDEX/MATCH.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class.

Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>
PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.

Log in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time to log in.

Workshops are for individuals age 18+.

If 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.
Please DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.

This 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org

Excel Conditional Tools: IF functions, Data Validation (VIRTUAL CLASS)
2025-01-21 09:30 - 11:00 | IL
Learn how to use IF and other logical functions to add conditions to Excel tasks

This virtual class meets on January 21st at 9:30am Chicago time.
Add power and complexity to your Excel spreadsheets! In this 90-minute webinar we’ll talk about about one of the most powerful functions in Excel – the IF function. We’ll also talk about other logical functions like AND/OR as well as functions like SUMIF and AVERAGEIF. Many tools in Excel are condition-based. So what is a condition??? We’ll look at several areas of Excel that serve different purposes, but use the same underlying concept of condition. Understanding how conditions are used in Excel not only extends your knowledge of different tools in Excel, but adds to your overall understanding of Excel.
Improving your EXCEL skills can give you that competitive edge in today’s job market – whether for a promotion or a new job.
Pre-registration is required to attend.

Registration ends by 24 hours the day prior to the Webinar.
Once you register, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from North Cook Job Center <customercare@GoToWebinar.com>
FOR OPTIMAL USER EXPERIENCE:

It is recommended that you register with an email address from GMAIL or OUTLOOK.
Join the webinar using the GOOGLE CHROME browser.
You will receive an email from North Cook Job Center with your access link.

If you need to cancel, please cancel 48 hours prior so someone else on the waiting list can use your seat.

PLEASE do not register and then no show.

The 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL: contact@bcsillinois.org

Getting the interview – but not the job? Interview Success Secrets (In Person Workshop)
2025-01-14 14:00 - 15:30 | Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193, 130 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL, 60193, United States
Join us on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 2:00 (Chicago time), for an in-person event that will transform your job search game!
Located at the Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193
Are you tired of acing interviews only to be left empty-handed? If you’ve been struggling to land a job after making it past the interview stage, don’t give up just yet.
Learn sneaky secrets to interview success by understanding why you’re not getting the job offers, and get the guidance you need to sharpen your interview skills. We’ll teach you how to effectively answer different types of interview questions using the S-A-R method, and give you valuable insight into the interview process.
Discover how to make a lasting impression, answer tough questions, and stand out from the competition.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Walk-ins accepted on a space available basis.

Workshop Location: Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193
PLEASE NOTE:

You must register as there is only space for 24 people per workshop.
Registration closes 24 hours prior to workshop.
Check in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time for traffic, construction & weather.
Workshops are for individuals age 18+.
Each person has their own computer for learning.
Subject to change without notice.
If you need to cancel, please let us know 48 hours prior to the workshop, so someone else can use your seat.

IMPORTANT: For additional job fairs, free workshops and free computer classes, visit northcookjobcenter.com/events/
BCS 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
Our 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
QUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org
