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MS Excel: Advanced Functions & Data Tools - Speed Class

$219

with Elaine Moore

Calendar Next available session starts Jun 12, 2025 at 10 am

This virtual, interactive, and hands-on course is designed for users ready to deepen their Excel skills. Ideal for those who need to customize worksheets, create long-range spreadsheets, or present data visually, this session focuses on expanding your knowledge of formulas and functions, as well as working with multiple sheets and advanced data tools.

Topics will include:

  • Advanced Functions in Excel
  • Understanding Absolute vs. Relative Cell Referencing
  • Creating and Linking Multiple Sheets in a Workbook
  • Building and Customizing Charts
  • Sorting and Filtering Data
  • Inserting and Using Pivot Tables

Attendees are encouraged to bring current spreadsheet projects to work on in real-time with private support from the instructor.

Note: To get the most out of this Zoom-based session, it is recommended that participants use a second monitor, iPad, or tablet to view the training while working hands-on on their own computer.

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at 508-375-5017 or ebrown@capecod.edu. 

Equity Leaders Program-Info Session

Free

with Melissa Michal Slocum

Calendar Next available session starts Jun 13, 2025 at 5 pm

Equity Leaders Program Info Session – Friday, June 13, 2025 from 5:00pm to 6:00pm

Are you applying to the Equity Leaders Program? Please rgister for the Zoom Information Session on Friday, June 13, 2025 at 5:00pm:00 PM to:

  • Meet the Equity Leaders Implementation Team
  • Get to know your Instructor
  • Learn about the Program Overview
  • Participate in a Q&A Session

As a pre-requisite to the course, we ask that applicants from all sectors attend a session.

We’ve received a large number of applications, and this session is your chance to connect with our team, hear more details about the program, and get your questions answered before the cohort kicks off.

Zoom link to follow upon RSVP.

Questions: Contact Val Duffy, Administrative Assistant, at 508-375-5018 or email vduffy@capecod.edu

2025 Express Fund & Grant Application Information Sessions

Free

with Michelle Constantino

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 1, 2025

Ready to providing valuable professional development program to your employees? 

Ready to learn how to make it easier, more affordable and more accessible than ever? 

In the first part of this live virtual information-packed session, we will share with you the training options available to your staff through CCAPE, explain how eligible employers can tap into the Express Program to fund part, if not all, of your training costs and help you evaluate how training can best meet your organization’s needs.

During the second part of the program, you will be guided step-by-step through your application process.  By the end of the hour, you can have your first application completed and submitted!

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JUST CURIOUS ABOUT THE EXPRESS PROGRAM?

Join us for the first 30 minutes.

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WANT TO LEARN HOW TO COMPLETE THE APPLICATION?

Stay with us for the last 30 minutes.

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READY TO GET STARTED? 

Spend the whole hour with us or just join us for the second half, BUT COME PREPARED!

If you have the following ready to go, you will be able to submit your application during the session.  Yes, it really is this easy!

  • Your organization's Legal Name (and d.b.a. if applicable).
  • Your organization's Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN)
  • Current number of Massachusetts employees in your organization (full-time & part-time)
  • Contact info of an individual in your organization authorized to sign a contract to accept a grant
  • A signed copy of your business's Form W-9 verifying your full legal business name and FEIN
  • A Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue issued within the last six months. You may request a COGS at  https://www.mass.gov/how-to/request-a-certificate-of-good-standing-tax-compliance-or-a-corporate-tax-lien-waiver

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DON'T WANT TO WAIT? 

These links will get you on your way!

Overview of Express Programs through CCAPE including both Group and Individual Training Options https://www.capecod.edu/ccape/community-education/employer-resources/employer-training-reimbursement/

Commonwealth Corporation Express Program Page https://commcorp.org/subprogram/wtfp-express-program/

Beginner Brazilian Portuguese

$229

with Poliana Bellan Wilson

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 8, 2025 at 9 am, runs for 6 weeks

Our Brazilian-Portuguese courses go beyond traditional teaching methods, offering meaningful, real-life experiences that build confidence and deepen cultural understanding.

Through engaging conversations, reflective discussions, and a supportive learning environment, participants embrace the richness of Brazilian culture while developing their language skills. Every session becomes a journey of discovery—where language is not just learned but lived.

Our program builds bridges and embraces our differences, recognizing that our greatest strengths and growth come from our differences.

Language is more than grammar and vocabulary; it’s about building confidence, connections, and community.

Let’s explore how this program can benefit you and your team!

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at 508-375-5017 or ebrown@capecod.edu. 

Excel at Lunch: Getting Started with Spreadsheets

$49

with Elaine Moore

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 8, 2025 at 12 pm

Join us mid-day for a quick and practical overview of Microsoft Excel!

Designed for beginners or anyone needing a quick refresher, this 1-hour lunchtime session will guide you through the basics of creating spreadsheets and introduce a few essential keyboard commands to boost your efficiency.

Whether you prefer to watch or follow along, you'll pick up helpful tips to get started with confidence. Stick around after the session for a brief Q&A—perfect for getting your questions answered in real-time.

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at 508-375-5017 or ebrown@capecod.edu. 

Core Confidence: Essential Skills for Today's Manager

$349

with Angela Ackerman

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 9, 2025 at 9 am, runs for 4 weeks
1 additional session on Jul 11, 2025

Whether you're stepping into management for the first time or looking to refresh your approach, this training equips you with the essential tools to lead effectively in today’s dynamic workplace. Through a blend of foundational learning and practical application, you'll gain the confidence to:

  • Motivate and engage employees
  • Delegate with clarity and accountability
  • Solve problems and resolve conflict proactively
  • Boost individual and team performance

The program closes with actionable strategies for sustaining best practices long after the training ends—ensuring your leadership continues to grow with you.

Questions? 
Contact Elaine Brown at 508-375-5017, or ebrown@capecod.edu.

MS Excel Beginner Basics
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MS Excel Beginner Basics

$219

with Elaine Moore

This beginner-friendly seminar is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of Microsoft Excel. Participants will explore the Tabs and Ribbons to become familiar with the layout and location of key commands. The course will also cover essential keyboard shortcuts and basic tools used for formatting spreadsheets. Students will learn how to create simple formulas using the Order of Operations, build basic worksheets, and generate charts to visually represent data.

No prior experience with Excel is required—just a willingness to learn and explore!

Microsoft Mash Basics: Getting Started with Word, Excel & PowerPoint

$219

with Elaine Moore

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 10, 2025 at 3 pm, runs for 3 weeks

New to Microsoft Office or need a refresher?

Microsoft Mash Basics is a beginner-friendly course designed to walk you through the essential functions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. You’ll learn how to navigate each program, perform common tasks, and build a solid foundation that helps you work more confidently and efficiently. Whether you're starting from scratch or brushing up on basic skills, this course will give you the tools you need to succeed.

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at 508-375-5017 or ebrown@capecod.edu. 





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