Ka Ni Kanichihk IOAA Program Information Session
- 1. INFORMATION & OFFICE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT IOAA INFORMATION SESSION JULY 29, 2015
- 3. IOAA Program Description The Information & Office Administrative Assistant (IOAA) Program provides training in computer software applications and business communication skills in preparation for a career in the administrative field. The goals of the program are to support students on their personal and professional journey, by developing strengths and overcoming barriers for the students to follow their chosen paths. IOAA
- 4. IOAA Partnerships IOAA The Information & Office Administration Assistant (IOAA) course is a community-based training program of the Neeginan Institute of Technology, which is accredited through Red River College. The program activities takes place at Ka Ni Kanichihk.
- 5. IOAA Program Design IOAA All Educational Programs are designed to create a safe environment that provides culturally authentic opportunities for the women to become connected to their history, themselves, their community and nation. Traditional knowledge is woven throughout the content; based on principles of belonging, generosity, independence, and mastery as described by Dr. Martin Brokenleg in the Circle of Courage.
- 6. IOAA Program Information • Time Frame: September 2015–July 2016 • Weekly Schedule: Monday–Friday • Class Hours: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM • Session Length: 1–1 ½ hours each • Location: Large Classroom • Class-size: 20-23 students IOAA
- 7. IOAA Eligibility Criteria • Females with Aboriginal ancestry • Age 18 years and over • Senior 4 (Grade 12) or equivalency (GED) is recommended through a combination of formal, informal and/or work experience • Successful completion of reading and Math skills test at required competency level IOAA
- 8. IOAA Staff Introductions Leslie Spillett, Executive Director of Ka Ni Kanichihk Dodie Jordaan, Associate Executive Director Dana Connolly, Team Lead of Employment & Training Programs Pih Ha Voon, Business Instructor Frederick Edwards, Computer Instructor/Program Supports Dianne Barron, Aboriginal Cultures and Issues Instructor IOAA
- 9. IOAA Class of 2015 Highlights IOAA
- 10. IOAA Courses TERM 1 • Aboriginal Culture & Issues • Basic Business Math • Basic Business Writing Techniques • Basic English Language Skills • Computer Orientation • Introduction to College Studies • Keyboarding • Microsoft Word • Microsoft PowerPoint TERM 2 • Aboriginal Culture & Issues • Basic Business Math • Keyboarding • Microsoft Access • Microsoft Excel • Office Procedures • Writing Business Documents • Employment Development IOAA
- 11. IOAA Courses (Term 1) IOAA Basic English Language Skills – 48 Course Hours (LANG-1325): Basic English Language Skills begins with grammar, spelling and punctuation. Students will be re-introduced to nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, punctuation and convention. Students will be able to identify the basic parts and use proper English language in a business context. Basic Business Writing Techniques – 48 Course Hours (COMM-1999): Basic Business Writing Techniques builds on the Basic English Language Skills course. This course guides participants through the writing process, incorporating audience orientation, efficiency and focus, and applying techniques to achieve clear and appropriate style in a business context.
- 12. IOAA Courses (Term 1) IOAA Intro to College Studies – 45 Course Hours (ABOR-1030): In this Computer Application for Business (CAB) job search techniques course, we will undertake several units of study skills including a series of topics focusing on success in school: • Assessing and building strengths • Time management • Note-taking and studying • Goal-setting and planning • Preparing for a work placement experience • Assembling a basic job search portfolio
- 13. IOAA Courses (Term 1) IOAA Microsoft Word 2013 – 48 Course Hours (BUSA-1016): Microsoft Office Word 2013 Introductory is a hands-on course in which students are introduced word processing software. Students will utilize the word’s processing program to develop business and personal documents. Students will work with documents that include formatting and organizing text, preparing special document formats, columns and tables. Students will add emphasis to word processing documents by adding pictures, borders and hyperlinks. Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 – 48 Course Hours (BUSA-1113): This course provides extensive hands-on experience using Microsoft PowerPoint 2013. Emphasis is on developing competencies by systematically working through the projects in the textbook and doing related assignments.
- 14. IOAA Courses (Term 1) IOAA Computer Orientation – 96 Course Hours (COMP -1980): This course covers basic computer concepts with major emphasis on the personal computer and its practical use including hardware, application and system software, the Internet and World Wide Web, internal Email system. Operating system software is also include in this course.
- 15. IOAA Courses (Term 1 + Term 2) IOAA Exploring Aboriginal Culture & Issues 1 & 2– 93 Course Hours (ABOR-1015): Students will have the opportunity to explore and become aware of the Aboriginal culture within Manitoba Regions. The course will also examine and identify the lifestyles and issues facing Aboriginal people today. This course accommodates a holistic approach and blending with the traditional & contemporary teachings of the Aboriginal community.
- 16. IOAA Courses (Term 1 + Term 2) IOAA Basic Business Math Concepts – 48 Course Hours (MATH-1187): This course begins with a review of basic arithmetic and algebraic operations. This is followed by a study of the application of ratio, proportion, and percent. The concept of banking will also be covered. Keyboarding – 48 Course Hours (BUSA-1104): The keyboarding course is conducted through computer lab times, with every participant working at their own pace using the typing.com curriculum. An instructor will oversee time tests, and will be available for questions and support.
- 17. IOAA Courses (Term 2) IOAA Office Procedures – 96 Course Hours (BUSA-1108): Acquire the knowledge, understanding and skills to effectively work in an office environment. This course will teach current office procedures, on-the-job situations, production challenges and articles with varying perspectives. Some of the topics to be covered include Human Relations, self-management with time, resources and work, information and mail management, travel arrangements, and professional development. Writing Business Documents – 96 Course Hours (COMM-1100): The Writing Business Documents course will allow students to understand, create and use various business documents. Students will learn how to effectively write emails, memos, letters and messages in a business context.
- 18. IOAA Courses (Term 2) IOAA Microsoft Excel 2013 – 48 Course Hours (BUSA-1011): Microsoft Office Excel 2013 is a hands-on course in which students will create, analyze and perform calculations with complex data on a spreadsheet. Students will learn techniques in Excel that will help manage, manipulate, and enhance data in the form of tables and charts. Microsoft Access 2013 – 48 Course Hours (BUSA-1013): Become familiar with Access design objects: create tables: gain knowledge of field types: become familiar with formatting table fields and objects in forms and reports: create forms and reports based on tables and queries: enter and change data directly in tables, or through forms; and know how to design an Access database structure with related tables.
- 19. How to Apply • Complete and return an application form • Call Irene Daniels at the Centre for Aboriginal Human Resource Development (CARHD) at (204) 989-7110 to book appointments for: 1. An orientation date 2. Writing the Level Placement Test (LPT) • After you have the LPT result you can update Dana Connolly, the Team Lead of Education & Training Programs at (204) 953-5820 • Meet with the Funding Officer at Neeginan College to discuss your funding IOAA
- 20. CAHRD Orientation Location: 181 Higgins Avenue Day: Tuesday & Thursday Time: 1 pm IOAA CAHRD Level Placement Testing Location: 181 Higgins Avenue Day: Monday & Wednesday Time: 1 pm
- 21. Supports & Student Services • Students will receive personal supports in life skills, study skills and computer skills • Students will have the opportunity to participate in deciding on special interest speakers • Students will get a Red River College Student Card • Access to the Red River College computer lab and library • Access to discounted Winnipeg Transit student bus passes • Access to Red River College Fitness Centre • Access to RRC workshops, seminars and activities IOAA
- 22. Your opportunities • Graduating with Red River College with an accredited Certificate in Computer Applications for Business (IOAA) • Eight-week work experience placement with professional mentorship • Work contacts & networking that will be good for life • Friendship and fun! • Continuing with the second year Red River College program for a Diploma in Computer Applications for Business IOAA
- 23. Taking the Lead for Your Future IOAA