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Training Program Informaonal Catalog 2015 WWW.STRIDECENTER.ORG
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Dear Partner,
The Stride Center takes pride in partnering with you to empower the community by providing relevant workforce
training that will help individuals become financially self-sufficient.
We have open enrollment throughout the year. In this document you will find information about course schedules and
course descriptions along with relevant information. Our enrollment team is standing by to help assess candidates
and answer any questions you may have about our program.
We hope to hear from you soon. Thank you for your partnership and we look
forward to continue serving you and the community.
Truly,
Isaias Leiva
Director of Training
The Stride Center
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Joshua Buckley, a resident of El Sobrante, California, was referred to The Stride Center by the Richmond department of rehabilitation on his 18th birthday. He had just completed high school. Josh embarked on a career track with Stride and quickly realized how much income potential there is in the information and communication technology field (ICT).
Josh had to overcome many personal challenges but was able to gain the confidence he needed through the curriculum Stride had to offer. In addition to taking courses at Stride Josh was offered a paid internship at Reliatech, Stride’s social venture, where computers are refurbished and distributed back into the community at low cost. This internship allowed him to get much of the hands-on experience he needed to launch his career.
The computer skills he gained at Stride allowed him to land a position as a sound and audio technician in a company in San Francisco where he worked for about seven months. With his Stride background and the industry certifications he obtained he landed a job at the Graduate Theological Union where he currently works as a Lead Help Desk / Network Technician. He earns $20.00 per hour and works full time. On a typical day Josh provides technical support to various staff members. As of February 2014 he has worked at GTU for 3 1/2 years. Josh is now 24 years old.
Josh is IC3 certified, CompTiA A+ certified, CompTiA Network+ certified, Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician certified. Joshua obtained his CCNA certification in May 2014.
“Stride Center helped me by giving me the knowledge I needed in the areas of technical skills, life skills and professional skills which have been key to my current success. “ Joshua Buckley — Feb 2014.
Joshua Buckley
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MISSION STATEMENT
The Stride Center’s mission is to empower men and women
facing barriers to employment achieve economic self-
sufficiency.
VISION
All men and women in our community, regardless of barriers
to success will achieve economic self-sufficiency through
prosperous, vibrant, meaningful careers.
TRAINING DEPARTMENT VISION
To offer hope for a brighter future by providing quality
technical education and workforce relevant life and
professional skills in a structured environment that will
ensure success for every student in our program.
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Jobs
In the age of information, computers and the technology that make it possible for them to communicate with each other
is everywhere. Jobs for those with information and communication technology skills are in every sector of the economy.
Job Title Average Salaries
PC Technician $38,000
Help Desk Technician $44,211
Desktop Support Specialist $49,093
Technical Support $51,791
Network Support $68,347
Security Analyst $83,410
Database Administrator $94,430
Network Engineer $78,389
Source: Robert Half Technology Salary Report
Internships Available
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CAREER TRACKS
With cloud computing and mobile devices leading the current technology environment, the Stride Center offers career
tracks that form the foundation of these technologies with stackable industry certificates that lead to jobs. There are
many technical positions that can be held by an individual with these skills and certifications such as: PC technician
desktop support specialist, helpdesk technician, security engineer, database administrator, quality assurance tester
network administrator, network engineer, security analyst and many other similar positions.
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To qualify for The Stride Center workforce development program an applicant must:
Be 18 years of age or older.
Be a resident of California.
Provide proof of age, residence, and income.
Provide proof of previous education (GED, HS Diploma or college transcripts with graduation date).
Attend a program orientation ( Call 510-234-1300 ext.105 to make an appointment).
Candidates will be assessed in the following areas:
Reading level (8th grade minimum)
Language skills
Math
Candidate must submit a 250 word essay to Stride describing the level of commitment to the program.
Fill out an application at www.stridecenter.org or in person at a branch location
If applicable, any previously earned industry certifications will be reviewed for eligibility to advance courses.
ADMISSION INFORMATION
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COMPUTER LITERACY BASICS
Computer Fundamentals
COURSE OVERVIEW
Certification name: IC3—Internet & Computing Core
Certification issued by: Certiport (www.certiport.org)
Modules covered: Computer fundamentals, Microsoft Office applications and Internet technology
Exam format: Linear and performance based
Classes start: March & September
Class times: Mon-Thurs
Class Hours: 12-5pm
Class duration: 12 weeks (240 hours)
This computer fundamentals course helps candidates learn and demonstrate Internet and digital literacy through a
worldwide industry standard. To become IC3 Certified, candidates must pass exams in each of the mentioned modules.
This course covers the following detailed topics:
Lecture 25%
In class work 50%
Test Preparation 25%
Computer Hardware
Computer Software
Operating Systems
Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Networks
Browsing
Oakland & San Pablo
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COMPUTER TECHNICIAN A+ CERTIFICATION
COURSE OVERVIEW
Certification name: CompTIA A+ Certification
Certification issued by: CompTIA (www.comptia.org)
Exam format: Linear and performance based
Classes start: January & July
Class times: Mon-Friday
Class Hours: 6-9pm
Class duration: 22 weeks (330 hours)
This course is designed for individuals seeking to launch their career in the information and telecommunication
technology field. It is recommended that applicants for this course have some foundational knowledge of computer
technologies and the aptitude to learn a large volume of information in a relatively short period of time. Candidates
are expected to obtain the industry certification and go to work as measurement of success for this course.
This course covers the following detailed topics:
Technical Skills 75%
Life Skills 10%
Professional Skills 15%
Troubleshooting Hardware and
Software in Desktops and Laptops
Fundamentals of Networks
Fundamentals of Security
Troubleshooting Printers
Installation and Configuration of
Operating Systems
Configuration of Mobile Devices
Customer Service in ICT
Professional Practices
Life Skills in the Workplace
Morning classes also
available in Oakland
9AM-12PM
Job
placement
assistance
800 Series
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MICROSOFT CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL (MCP)
WINDOWS 7 INSTALLATION & CONFIGURATION
COURSE OVERVIEW
Certification name: Windows 7 installation & configuration 70-680
Certification issued by: Microsoft (www.microsoft.com)
Exam format: Linear
Classes start: March & September
Class times: Mon-Wed
Class Hours: 6-9pm
Class duration: 11 weeks (99 hours)
This course is designed for individuals seeking an ICT position in desktop support. By earning this certification candidates
can prove you ability to employers in the workings of Windows 7. This certification is recognized worldwide.
This certification counts toward a MCSA certification.
This course covers the following detailed topics:
Lecture 40%
Labs 50%
Test Preparation 10%
Installing, Upgrading
Windows 7
Deploying Windows 7
Configuring Hardware
Applications
Configuring Network
Connectivity
Maintaining Systems
that Run Windows 7
Backup and Recovery
Options
Job
placement
assistance
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MICROSOFT CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL (MCP)
SERVER 2012 INSTALLATION & CONFIGURATION
COURSE OVERVIEW
Certification name: Server 2012 installation & configuration 70-410
Certification issued by: Microsoft (www.microsoft.com)
Exam format: Linear
Classes start: January & July
Class times: Saturdays
Class Hours: 12PM - 5PM
Class duration: 11 weeks (99 hours)
This course is designed for individuals seeking an ICT position in server administration. By earning this certification
you can prove you ability to employers in the workings of Server 2012. This certification is recognized worldwide.
This exam is part one of a series of three exams that test the skills and knowledge necessary to implement a core
Windows Server 2012 infrastructure. This certification counts toward a MCSA certification.
This course covers the following detailed topics:
Lecture 20%
Labs 70%
Test Preparation 10%
Installing and Configuring
Servers
Configure Server Roles and
Features
Configure Hyper-V
Deploy and Configure Core
Network Services
Active Directory
Group Policy
Job
placement
assistance
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NETWORK+ CERTIFICATION
COURSE OVERVIEW
Certification name: CompTIA Network + Certification
Certification issued by: CompTIA (www.comptia.org)
Exam format: Linear and performance based
Classes start: January & July
Class times: Mon-Wed
Class Hours: 6-9pm
Class duration: 11 weeks (99 hours)
This course is designed to launch your career as a network and security specialist. The topics covered here build on
the skills learned in Stride’s A+ program and is the launching path for a Cisco CCNA certification. This certification
leads to jobs such as Jr. Network Security Administrator and other related positions.
This course covers the following detailed topics:
Lecture 40%
Labs 30%
Test prep 10%
Media and Topologies
Protocols and Standards
Network Implementation
Network Support
Wide area Networks
Cabling
Subnetting
Network Hardware
Job
placement
assistance
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SECURITY+ CERTIFICATION
COURSE OVERVIEW
Certification name: CompTIA Security + Certification
Certification issued by: CompTIA (www.comptia.org)
Exam format: Linear and performance based
Classes start: March & September
Class times: Saturdays
Class Hours: 10AM— 12PM
Class duration: 11 weeks (99 hours)
This course and certification designates knowledgeable professionals in the field of security, one of the fastest
growing fields in information technology. Candidate job roles include security architect, security engineer, security
consultant/specialist, security administrator, wireless administrator among other. The U.S Department of Defense
recognizes CompTIA Security+ as a requisite to work in their IT team.
This course covers the following detailed topics:
Lecture 40%
Labs 50%
Test prep 10%
System Security
Network Infrastructure
Access Control
Assessments and Audits
Cryptography
Organizational Security
Job
placement
assistance
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CISCO CERTIFIED NETWORK ASSOCIATE (CCNA)
COURSE OVERVIEW
Certification name: Cisco CCNA Certification
Certification issued by: Cisco (cisco.netacad.net)
Exam format: Linear and performance based
Classes start: Feb, June, August, November
Class times: Saturdays
Class Hours: 10AM— 5PM
Class duration: 28 weeks (448hours)
Knowledge of Cisco systems is a skill that will take your career to the next level of potential income. Statistics show
that an entry-level network engineer can earn an average of $72,000 per year. The CCNA is the first step to getting
your career headed that direction. CCNA was one of the top five certifications sought by employers in 2013. CCNA is
an entry level certification for network engineers. We use state of the art equipment to allow candidates to get the
hands-on they need to be confident.
This course covers the following detailed topics:
Operations of IP Data Networks
LAN Switching Technologies
IP Addressing (IPv4 & IPv6
Routing Technologies
Network Services
Troubleshooting WANs
Job
placement
assistance
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Are the course transferable for college credits?
No - but we are currently articulating with community colleges to provide credits in the near future
Do you offer Web design or computer programing courses?
No
What if I cannot afford the tuition cost?
We have some scholarships available for qualifying candidates. There are other funding sources in the community that we will
help candidates explore
Do I have to pay back any of the funding I get?
No
Do you have job placement assistance?
Yes
How much can I expect to earn?
Ranges from $14.00— $18.00 entry level
Is there a dress code?
Yes, business casual
How do I enroll?
Call and make an appointment or simply come see us in our headquarters in Oakland Mon-Fri 10AM—5PM
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Call us to make an
appointment
1-877-285-0489 Ext 105
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Course Certifications
code
Starting Month Time
commitment
ETPL Price
List
Notes
Computer Literacy Basics Internet Core
Module 1, 2 & 3
September & April
12 Weeks $2995 Instructor Led
A+ PC Technician 220-801 & 220-802 January & July 22 Weeks $3995 Instructor Led
MCP—Windows 7 70-680 March &
September
11 Weeks $2995 Instructor Led
MCP—Windows Server 2012 70-410 January & June 11 Weeks $2995 Instructor Led
Network+ N10-005 January & June 11 Weeks $2995 Instructor Led
Security + SYO-201, JK0-015 March &
September
11 Weeks $2995 Instructor Led
Cisco CCNA Certification 100-101 ICND1
200-102 ICND2
February, June & August
28 Weeks $7999 Instructor Led
The Stride Center 2015 ETPL Course Price List
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2015 Class Schedule
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LOCATION INFORMATION
MAIN BRANCH
HEADQUARTERS
OAKLAND
1212 Broadway Suite 400
Oakland, California. 94612
510-234-1300 ext. 105
SAN PABLO
2300 El Portal Dr. Suite C
San Pablo, California. 94806
510-234-1300 ext. 105
CONCORD
Monument Impact
2699 Monument Blvd
Concord, California. 94520
925-682-8248 ext. 2240
BRANCH
SACRAMENTO
Goodwill Industries
4207 Norwood Ave
Sacramento, California. 95838
1-877-285-0489 ext. 126
Fax:
510-234-1330
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