If you’re interested in learning about various user applications for personal computers and operating systems, the Personal Computer Applications program at Johnson County Community College may be for you.
What Will I Learn in JCCC’s Personal Computer Applications Program?
The Personal Computer Applications program at JCCC will give you a strong understanding of the fundamentals of word processing, spreadsheets, database design, and project management on both Windows and Macintosh platforms.
Learn how to create engaging, data-driven reports, presentations, and spreadsheets by using the full suite of Microsoft Office products. Gain in-depth knowledge of operating systems and software applications for technical support positions. You will also develop the knowledge and skills to:
- Produce all sorts of document types, including reports, tables, and memos
- Use editing, proofreading, and keyboarding techniques, as well as word processing software, to create documents with proper business formatting
- Create, edit, and print both database files and spreadsheets
- Apply software knowledge to produce professional presentations
Enroll in JCCC’s Personal Computer Applications Program today to earn your certificate and become an applications expert!
Why JCCC for Personal Computer Applications Courses?
Earning a Personal Computer Applications certificate at JCCC can be done in one of two formats to best suit your schedule, including:
- Attending courses part-time for two semesters
- Attending courses full-time and completing the entire certificate course in one semester
JCCC also provides small class sizes, allowing you to get more one-on-one attention from our skilled instructors.
Our PC Applications Advisory Committee provides expert advice on a variety of issues to ensure that students earning degrees or certificates from JCCC are prepared to enter the workforce with a higher level of productivity.
Businesses will always need specialists to guide and train employees each time they need to upgrade their computer equipment and software. Personal computer application skills will continue to be in demand for many years to come; in fact, the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates a nine percent job growth for support services between 2020 and 2030, and a 13 perfect job growth for specialists in computer systems and web design.
Apply the skills you’ll learn in JCCC’s Personal Computer Applications program to work in positions such as:
- Information Technology Specialist
- Technical Support Analyst
- Computer Office Technician
- Computer Support Consultant
The cost of going to college can be a huge burden for some students. At JCCC, we never want our students to feel hindered academically because they are struggling financially. That’s why our community college is always working to make tuition affordable for you.
At JCCC, we offer:
- Lower tuition
- Metro Rate(for Missouri residents in ZIP codes 640- and 641-)
- Cav Guarantee Scholarship (for Johnson County high school graduates)
- Easy scholarship application
- Financial aid experts and Free FAFSA advice
Additional fees may be required for textbooks and other supplies, which will vary in price depending on which Personal Computer Applications courses at JCCC you enroll in.
There are several things to consider when budgeting for college. Visit our Cost of Attendance page for detailed information.
Resources and Tools at JCCC
Several resources and tools are available for students at Johnson County Community College. JCCC offers professional tutoring, smaller class sizes, and personalized one-on-one learning. All these resources can help to make your time at JCCC memorable and educational.
Our counselors in the Financial Aid Office are here to help if you’re looking for loan and/or scholarship options. Many financial aid options are available to students to help lower the cost of tuition and other expenses each semester.
Our Academic Counseling and Career Development Center are both great tools for students who are unsure about their plans post-graduation. At JCCC, we are committed to helping you find a future career you love.
If you’re thinking about transferring to a four-year school, we make the transfer process easy for you!