Computer Technology Training Specifically Designed for Early Childhood Administrators
National Louis University, Lisle Campus (Map and Directions)
June 1, 8, 15, 22 and Online

Administering an effective and efficient early childhood program in today's world requires expertise in computer technology. Let us help you improve your computer skills and integrate technology into the management of your child care program. This June the McCormick Tribune Center for Early Childhood Leadership will be offering a computer technology course in which the content and activities have been specifically designed for early childhood administrators. Topics include:

• Maximizing the potential of the Internet as a tool for research on online communication
• Creating memos, flyers, newsletters, and forms with Microsoft® Word
• Developing slide show presentations with Microsoft® PowerPoint®
• Constructing spreadsheets with Microsoft® Excel

The course consists of four class sessions for a total of 16 hours of hands-on instruction. Classes will meet on Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at National-Louis University's Lisle Campus (850 Warrenville Road). The dates are June 1, 8, 15, 22, 2007. There is also an online component that provides additional content and the opportunity to communicate with the instructor and other participants outside the traditional classroom. Those successfully finishing the course will receive a Certificate of Completion. For Illinois Director Credential (IDC) purposes, this training equals 28 contact hours or two IDC management competency points.

Funding for this training is provided by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS). Participants' portion is only $50. This includes instruction, a copy of Microsoft® Office XP: A Training Manual for Early Childhood Administrators, a flash drive, and all other training materials. Enrollment is limited to 12 participants and priority will be given to early childhood administrators whose programs serve IDHS-funded children. Participants may also earn two semester hours of graduate credit (ECE534, Technology in Child Care Administration I) by paying an additional fee. The course is applicable to the core requirements for National-Louis University's graduate degree program in Early Childhood Administration.

For more information or to register immediately, please contact Debra Trude-Suter, Director of Training at (800) 443-5522, ext. 5056 or debra.trudesuter@nl.edu. You can also download a flyer which includes a registration form. Don't miss out on this fantastic professional development opportunity!