2016 Course Catalog

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The Stride Center wishes to thank all our supporters, staff, students, and friends for helping us 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 that about enrollment, and the courses we offer to qualified students. We hope that the information will provide clear reasons why your continued support is necessary and very much appreciated by the entire Stride Family. Our course offerings is challenging and demanding for our students. We here at Stride push our students for success through hard work and excellent performance. We have an outstanding enrollment staff ready to assess student-candidates and provide the requisite case management necessary to facilitate entry into our program. After admittance we provide seasoned instructors to guide the students through the challenging and rewarding training required to become an IT professional. Also during and after training we have an excellent employment services department that work one-on one with the newly minted certified graduate to provide job coaching, job counseling and job placement. Finally we make sure our graduates stay in the Stride network by providing leadership guidance through our Stride Alumni Leadership Council. From all of us here at The Stride Center we want to thank you for your support and partnership as we all work together to build communities one graduate at a time.

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Clinton  Rice

Clinton RIce, a resident of Richmond California started taking classes at the stride center in July 2014. He was 27 years of age. Although he had completed high school, he had no college training and was working at a job making $12.78 per hour. Clinton wanted more for his life and decided to put his best efforts into the Stride Center’s program. Utilizing all of the resources available at the Stride Center and not allowing anything to stop him, Clinton embarked on his new career.

Clinton like many young men, had many personal challenges to overcome while attending the Stride Center. But allowing himself to completely embrace and use the skills he learned at the Stride Center, Clinton was able to push through the program. In addition to taking courses at Stride Clinton 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 social, professional and technical skills he gained at Stride allowed him to land a position as a Network Technician with the County of Alameda. He earns $20.00 per hour and works full time. He is also now considering continuing his education by enrolling in the IT program at a local college. Clinton is CompTiA A+ certified, CompTiA Network+ certified, CompTiA Security+ certified and also has obtained through The Stride Center his Cisco Certified Network Associate in Routing and Switching (CCNA).

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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 can 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

Internships Available

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. CompTiA A+ CompTiA Security+ CompTiA Network +

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CAREER TRACKS

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 INFORMATION

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 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.

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Classes  Start:  Tentative                                                                                                                          

Class  Times:  Monday  through  Friday  

Class  Hours:  1PM  -­‐  4PM  

Class  Duration:  22  weeks  (330  hours)  

This  course  is designed to give students practical, employable, coding skills to help prepare them for entry-level position in the growing field of web application development.  The curriculum includes fundamental learning in HTML5, CSS, Ruby, Rails, SQL, PHP, and other web development technologies. The course will include lecture, class discussion, labs and projects, guest speakers and portfolio building. The portfolio will be used to demonstrate to prospective employers, the students’ proficiency in coding, and their ability to develop useful web applications.

                                                             

Life  Skills  

Technology  Skills  

Professional  Skills  

Employment  Services  

Successfuly  Employed    

• HTML5/CSS3  • Java  Script  

Front  End  Web  Site  Development  

• Ruby  on  Rails  • PHP  

Linking  Code  • SQL  • Database  Schema  

Backend  Web  Development  

Lecture   25%  

Labs  and  Projects   65%  

Career  Navigation   10%  

Course  Outline  

CODING  –  99  

WEB  APPL  DEVELOPMENT  FUNDAMENTALS  

COURSE  OVERVIEW  

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: Throughout the year

Class times: Mon-Friday Morning classes also

available in Oakland

Class Hours: 6-9pm 9AM-12PM

Class duration: 22 weeks (330 hours)

Job

placement 800  Series assistance

Technical Skills 75%

Life Skills 10%

Professional Skills 15%

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:

• Troubleshooting Hardware and • Troubleshooting Printers • Customer Service in ICT

Software in Desktops and Laptops • Installation and Configuration of • Professional Practices

• Fundamentals of Networks Operating Systems • Life Skills in the Workplace

• Fundamentals of Security • Configuration of Mobile Devices

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MICROSOFT CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL (MCP)

WINDOWS 7 INSTALLATION & CONFIGURATION

COURSE OVERVIEW

Certification name: Windows 7 installation & configuration 70-680 Job

Certification issued by: Microsoft (www.microsoft.com) placement

Exam format: Linear assistance

Classes start: Throughout the year

Lecture 40%

Class times: Saturdays

Labs 50%

Class Hours: 10-4pm

Test Preparation 10%

Class duration: 11 weeks (66 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:

• Installing, Upgrading • Configuring Hardware • Maintaining Systems Windows 7 Applications that Run Windows 7

• Deploying Windows 7 • Configuring Network • Backup and Recovery Connectivity Options

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MICROSOFT CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL (MCP)

WINDOWS 7 ENTERPRISE DESKTOP SUPPORT

COURSE OVERVIEW Certification name: Server 2012 installation & configuration 70-685 Job

Certification issued by: Microsoft (www.microsoft.com) placement

Exam format: Linear assistance

Classes start: Throughout The Year

Lecture 20%

Class times: Saturdays

Labs 70%

Class Hours: 10PM - 4PM

Test Preparation 10%

Class duration: 11 weeks (66 hours)

This course is designed for individuals seeking an ICT position in server administration. By earning this certification you can prove you ability to support end users who run Microsoft Windows 7 in a corporate environment. This certification is recognized worldwide. This exam is the second of two certifications required, (70-680 and the 70-685) which are required for the candidate to be awarded the Microsoft MCSA (Microsoft Certified Solution Associate). This course covers the following detailed topics: maintaining windows 7 · Maintaining Windows 7 • Support mobile users • Managing the Windows 7 client

• Resolve network issues • Identify and resolve desktop applications

• Identify and resolve security issues

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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: Throughout the year Class times: Mon-Wed Class Hours: 6-9pm Class duration: 11 weeks (99 hours)

Job placement assistance

Lecture 40%

Labs 30%

Test prep 10%

This course is designed to launch your career as a network and security specialist. The subject matter covered by the course builds on the skills previously learned in Stride’s A+ program. The course also prepares the student for the more in-depth Cisco CCNA certification. This certification leads to jobs such as Jr. Network Administrator and other related positions. This course covers the following detailed topics: • Media and Topologies • Network Support • Subnetting

• Protocols and Standards • Wide area Networks • Network Hardware

• Network Implementation • Cabling

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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: Throughout the year Class times: Mon - Wed Class Hours: 6-9PM Class duration: 11 weeks (99 hours)

Job placement assistance

Lecture 40%

Labs 50%

Test prep 10%

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:

• System Security • Assessments and Audits

• Network Infrastructure • Cryptography

• Access Control • Organizational Security

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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: Throughout the year Class times: Saturdays Class Hours: 10AM— 5PM Class duration: 28 weeks (448hours)

Job placement assistance

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 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 • IP Addressing (IPv4 & IPv6 • Network Services

• LAN Switching Technologies • Routing Technologies • Troubleshooting WANs

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Are any of the courses transferable for college credits? Yes - Both the Stride Center A+ program and the CCNA program are transferable to Ohlone Community College Do you offer Web design or computer programming courses? Yes - We offer Coding 99. The course covers several languages including Html5, Java, CSS3, PHP, Ruby and SQL. 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— $25.00 entry level Is there a dress code? Yes. The Stride shirt which is part of the dress code will be provided at start of class. How do I enroll?

Call us to make an appointment

(510) 234-1300 Ext 105

Call and make an appointment or simply come see us in our headquarters in Oakland Mon-Fri 10AM—5PM

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The Stride Center 2015 ETPL Course Price List

Course Certifications Code Starting Month Time

commitment Price List Notes

Coding 99 CIW Site Development Associate

Throughout the year 22 Weeks $3995 Instructor Led

A+ PC Technician 220-801 & 220-802 January & July 22 Weeks $3995 Instructor Led

MCP—Windows 7 70-680 March & 11 Weeks $2995 Instructor Led

September

MCP—Windows 7 Part 2 70-685 January & June 11 Weeks $2995 Instructor Led

Network+ N10-005 January & June 11 Weeks $2995 Instructor Led

Security + SYO-201, JK0-015 March & 11 Weeks $2995 Instructor Led

September

Cisco CCNA Certification 100-101 ICND1 February, June 28 Weeks $7999 Instructor Led

200-102 ICND2 & August

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2015 Class Schedule

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Class Start Date End Date Days Times Weeks

Concord Campus A+ PC Technician 2/1/16 7/1/16 M-F 6pm-9pm 22 A+ PC Technician 7/11/16 12/10/16 M-F 6pm-9pm 22

Oakland Campus Pre-A+ Boot Camp 1/16/16, 1/23/16 and 1/30/16 Saturdays 10am-3pm 3 A+ PC Technician 2/1/16 7/1/16 M-F 9am-12pm 22 A+ PC Technician 2/1/16 7/1/16 M-F 6pm-9pm 22

Network + 2/1/16 4/15/16 M-W 6pm-9pm 11 Security + 4/18/16 7/1/16 M-W 6pm-9pm 11

CCNA 6/4/16 12/10/16 Saturday 10am-5pm 28 A+ PC Technician 7/11/16 12/10/16 M-F 9am-12pm 22 A+ PC Technician 7/11/16 12/10/16 M-F 6pm-9pm 22

Network + 7/11/16 9/23/16 M-W 6pm-9pm 11 Code99 7/11/16 12/10/16 M-F 1pm-4pm 22

Security + 9/26/16 12/10/16 M-W 6pm-9pm 11 MCSA 10/1/16 3/11/17 Saturday 10am-4pm 22 CCNA 6/4/16 12/10/16 Saturday 10am-5pm 28

San Jose Campus A+ PC Technician 4/4/16 9/9/16 M-F 6pm-9pm 22 A+ PC Technician 10/3/16 3/22/17 M-F 6pm-9pm 22

San Pablo Campus A+ PC Technician 2/1/16 7/1/16 M-F 6pm-9pm 22

Network + 2/6/16 4/16/16 Saturday 10am-5pm 11

LOCATION INFORMATION

BRANCH SAN JOSE

Goodwill Industries 1080 North 7th Street

San Jose, California. 95112

1-510 234-1300

Fax 510-234-1330

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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

Call us to make an appointment

1-510 235-1300 Ext 105

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